FES TO MARRAKECH DESERT TOUR 4 DAYS

OVERVIEW

Explore the Merzouga Desert on an epic Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days, which offers a great opportunity to meet the locals and experience an authentic desert trip.

By joining the 4-day tour from Fes to Marrakech, you can experience a camel ride over the dunes of Erg Chebbi and enjoy magical Sunsets and Sunrises in the Sahara, and spend an unforgettable night in a Luxury Berber Camp.

Furthermore, you will visit a local nomad family living behind the Erg Chebbi dunes near the borders, as you enjoy a cup of tea in one of their traditional Berber tents. In addition, you will spend an unforgettable night in a Luxury Berber Camp, where you will enjoy the complete silence among the high dunes in Merzouga.

Apart from the camel trekking experience, Sunset & Sunrise, sandboarding, and a night in the desert camp, your Fes to Marrakech 4-day tour will take you across the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga and across the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech.

In addition, you will discover the cedar forests near Azrou, one of the famous old-world monkey species, palm valleys, explore the Todra and Dades canyons, visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and many other attractions in a short period of time.

DURATION: 4 DAYS/ 3 NIGHTS
START: FES
END: MARRAKECH
ACCOMMODATIONS: CHECK BELLOW
TOUR STYLE: PRIVATE & SMALL GROUP
PRICE: CHECK IT BELLOW

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 4 DAYS FES TO MARRAKECH DESERT TOUR

  • Driving through the High Atlas Mountains with photo stops
  • Seeing some traditional Berber villages in the High Atlas Mountains
  • Exploring the historical Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, and Ouarzazate, the 'gateway to the desert'.
  • Driving along the road of 1000 Kasbahs
  • Valley of Roses scenery and overnight stay in the Dades Valley
  • Stroll between towering cliffs in Todra Gorges
  • Merzouga discovery day: Gnawa village, old Mefis mines, tea with Bedouin families
  • Sunset camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes to a Desert camp
  • Dinner, Berber drums music, and starry skies in a Sahara camp
  • Watch and feed Barbary apes in the cedar forests of Azrou

4 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH ITINERARY

Have a look at the itinerary for our Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour 4 days below to get a better idea of what to expect during the journey. If you’d like to customize the itinerary or extend your trip, feel free to contact us using the form below—we’ll be happy to help.

Start your 4 days tour from Fes to Marrakech with a morning pick-up from your accommodation in Fes.
Depart the city and head towards Ifrane, where you can take a brief 20-minute stop and perhaps have a cup of coffee before continuing our desert trip to the Middle Atlas region to explore the cedar forests and observe the Barbary macaques, a unique primate species native to the region.
From here, we continue through Midelt, where we’ll stop for lunch along the way. The timing is flexible, allowing you to enjoy your meal whenever you prefer during the journey.
After that, we head to the Sahara Desert, driving through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass, and a picturesque panorama of the Ziz Valley, full of palm trees, awaits our admiration.
By mid-afternoon, we reach Merzouga and enjoy your stay at a beautiful riad overlooking the golden dunes that surround the village.

Driving distance: Approximately 500 km
Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 min

Your day of exploration in the Merzouga Desert begins with a delicious breakfast at your riad. The first stop is the small village of Khamlia, where you can enjoy traditional Gnaoua music performed by local musicians whose ancestors originated from sub-Saharan Africa.

Next, you will drive off-road to Mefis mines, an abandoned village with Galena mines, a mineral once used to make Mascara. Then, we continue toward the desert to meet Bedouin families living behind the Erg Chebbi dunes near the border. It is a relaxed visit and a chance to learn about their nomadic lifestyle.

In the afternoon, we start our camel ride into the dunes. The camels take us toward the Erg Chebbi dunes for a magical Sunset ride. After sunset, we arrive at the camp for dinner and an overnight stay in your private luxury tent.

Driving distance: Approximately 57 km
Driving time: Approximately 1 hr 30 min

Today, we recommend waking up early to enjoy the beautiful sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, we will depart from the camp to Merzouga by camel or 4×4.

We leave the Merzouga Desert and head to Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. If your visit falls on Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, you will have the opportunity to explore its traditional market.

After a stroll through the Rissani market, we continue to Erfoud, where you can optionally visit a fossilized marble workshop. We then drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinejdad before reaching the spectacular Todra Gorge.

At Todra Gorges, you will enjoy panoramic views of the valley and the old Kasbahs, and then we will head to the Grand Canyon, where we will have free time to walk and explore this natural spot. We will continue on the way towards the Dades Valley.
By evening, we will reach your riad, where you will have dinner and rest for the night.

Driving distance: Approximately 310 km
Driving time: Approximately 5 hr 

Today marks the conclusion of your 4-day tour from Fes to Marrakech. Following a delicious breakfast at your riad, we leave the Dades Valley and drive through the M’gouna Valley, a region known for its rose fields and small Berber villages.

The drive continues to Ouarzazate, where we stop to visit the Kasbah of Taourirt and the Atlas Studio (option). This studio preserves famous film sets and props from numerous internationally renowned movies and TV productions.

A mere 20 Kilometrs from Ouarzazate lies the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed Ksar built from traditional mud-brick structures. Furthermore, the Kasbah has appeared in many movies and TV series, including Gladiator, The Mummy, Game of Thrones…

Following a visit to the Kasbah and a satisfying lunch, our journey crosses the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, a mountain route with wide views of the High Atlas. Along this scenic route, enjoy a few spots to take short breaks or photos.
Your Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days concludes with your arrival in Marrakech, expected in the late afternoon.

Driving distance: Approximately 350 km
Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min

INFO: 4 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH

PRICE INCLUDES

  • 4 Days Transport in a private 4x4 or a Minivan with A/C + Fuel
  • Private Driver / Guide speaking English
  • Pick-up from your Riad or any location in Fes
  • 1 Night in a Luxury Desert Camp, with private bathroom
  • 1 Night in a Riad in Merzouga, with private bathroom
  • 1 Night in a Riad in Dades, with private bathroom
  • Sandboards available at the camp
  • Camel ride (a camel per person) or transfer via a 4WD as an alternative
  • Dinners and Breakfasts
  • Drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Tips

IMPORTANT!

Please note that this private 4 Days from Fes to Marrakech is only a suggested itinerary. If it does not match your preferences, feel free to contact us. We will be happy to create a customized itinerary based on your interests and the duration of your stay.
We specialize in tailor-made tours and desert trips throughout Morocco.

The price varies depending on the number of participants—the more people join the tour, the lower the cost per person. Since transportation costs are fixed, the total price is shared among the group. The final price also depends on the quality of the accommodations.
Contact us for an exact price.

You can also do the tour in reverse:

4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes 

FAQ: FES TO MARRAKECH DESERT TOUR 4 DAYS

The Fes to Marrakech desert tour 4 days is a private experience, ensuring only the travelers who inquire will participate. No additional individuals will join the tour. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality, personalized experiences, which is why we primarily offer private tours.

Yes, the tent at the Luxury camp is private and has a private bathroom with hot running water.

The camel ride is around 45 minutes to 1.5 hours long, depending on which camp you are staying in.

If you prefer not to ride a camel, a 4×4 vehicle is available to transfer you and your luggage to and from the camp.

During the camel ride, you will only take what’s necessary for the ride.
The rest of your luggage will be transported by the camp’s 4×4 and will be waiting for you upon arrival.

The vehicle will be either an SUV 4×4 or a Minivan, both with A/C.
Vehicle details:
4×4: Land Cruiser Prado (up to 4 pax)
Minivans: Mercedes Vito Tourer, Ford Tourneo van or similar (up to 8 pax)
For groups larger than 8, a minibus that takes up to 18 passengers can be provided.

TOUR MAP: 4 DAYS FROM FES TO MARRAKECH