Fes to Marrakech 3 day desert tour
Experience a 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech. all in one incredible getaway!
- Starting location: Fes
- Ending location: Marrakech
- Depart time: 8:00 AM
- Arrival time: 6:00 PM
- Duration: 3 days 2 night
- Tour style: Private and small group
3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech
3-day trip from Fes to Marrakech overview:
With this Fes to Marrakech 3 Day Desert Tour, you will explore Fes, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, and the red city of Marrakech across the high Atlas mountains.
You will visit Ifrane, from Ifrane to Azrou, and stop for a walk in a barbary forest. Arrive in Merzouga late in the afternoon, ride your camel to the Sahara desert, and Spend the best night in a Berber camp in the Sahara desert.
Drive to Todra Canyon, explore the Gorges, drive to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and continue your Fes to Marrakech desert tour driving to Marrakech, arriving in the late afternoon.
HIGHLIGHTS OF 3 days desert from Fes to Marrakech
- Drive across the Middle Atla Mountains.
- Stop at Ifrane, the Moroccan Swiss village.
- Explore the cedar forest between Ifrane and Azrou.
- Ride camels across Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoy a sunset, and try sandboarding.
- Explore the market (open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday).
- Visit Todra Gorges in Tinghir.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou.
- Drive across the High Atlas Mountains.
ITINERARY OF THE 3 day desert tour Fes to Marrakech
Explore our itinerary to discover the amazing sights you’ll experience during the tour. If you have any questions or special requests, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Important note! If this itinerary doesn’t meet your requirements, it can be modified and designed according to your requirements and needs. Feel free to Contact us to customize it.
fes ➙ ifrane ➙ Ziz Valley ➙ Merzouga Desert camp
- Day 1
- 7 Hours drive
- 500 kilometers
We begin our 3 day tour Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga Sahara Desert, from your hotel or riad in Fes in the morning to Merzouga Sahara desert. We will cross the Middle Atlas Mountains to Ifrane, the Morrocan Swiss village.
Continuing to Azrou and going over the Middle Atlas Mountains for a walk in the cedar forest between Ifrane and Azrou, meeting the playful Barbary apes in their natural habitat as you explore the Cedar Forest. Continuing the journey towards Midelt, lunch is prepared in a restaurant along the way.
Travel to Merzouga through the Tizi N’talghamt, Ziz Gorge, and Ziz Valley. Discovering palm trees along the route, as we near Merzouga, we pass by Errachidia, Erfoud, and Rissani. Finally, we arrived in the late afternoon in Merzouga.
At the beginning of our camel trekking, each one rides his camel, and across the Erg Chebbi dunes, we will take you to a high dune for an incredible sunset you will ever notice, get the chance to experience sliding down on a sandboard! When the sun sets down, we head to our desert camp.
Our desert camp welcomes us with a cup of tea. Get ready for tonight’s party! Relax at your private tent, your delicious dinner is prepared. We light a warm fire, and our camel guides play wonderful Berber traditional music with drums. Enjoy the calm night under the starry sky.
merzouga desert ➙ todra gorge ➙ dades valley
- Day 2
- 4 Hours drive
- 275 kilometers
Waking up early is highly recommended for the most wonderful sunrise you will ever see, in a high dune close to the camp, and having breakfast in a breathtaking desert camp view. Later, you’ll choose your transfer from the camp: by camel or in a comfortable 4WD car.
The next visit is to Rissani, where we’ll explore the market. The market is open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, so we’ll visit on one of these days if the opportunity arises. Then we head to Erfoud, where we will visit the manufacturers of fossilized products.
Our journey continues to Boumalne Dades, passing through Tinejdad and the Todra Gorges. We’ll reach Boumalne Dades in the afternoon, where you’ll have free time for a short walk through the gorges and to enjoy the beauty of the landscape. You’ll also visit a famous rock formation known as Monkey Fingers. Dinner and overnight stay will be in Dades Valley.
Todra Gorges ➙ Ait Ben Haddou ➙ High Atlas Mountains ➙ marrakech
- Day 3
- 6 Hours drive
- 350 kilometers
On the third day of our Fes to Marrakech desert tour, after a yummy breakfast at your accommodation, we travel to Ait Ben Haddou and go over the stunning Valley of Roses, Skoura palm grove, and many Berber villages. Explore Taourirt Kasbah and get to Ouarzazate.
In Ouarzazate, we will get the opportunity to explore Atlas Studio, where numerous movies have been filmed, a mere 15 kilometers from Ouarzazate we will have a short time to visit the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, where we will visit the Famous kasbah World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986. We have free time for lunch in the town.
Our journey continues to Marrakech and travels over the stunning High Atlas Mountains with some stops to take some pictures, and the Tizi Ntichka pass. Your Fes to Marrakech 3-day tour ends with your arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon, around 6 PM.
GALLERY
include and exclude
- Here is a list of what’s included in our tour
included
- Pick-up & Drop off at/from your accommodation
- Private Air Conditioner 4WD vehicle or a van
- Experienced English speaking driver and guide
- Vehicle fuel
- 1 Night private room at your preferred room type Hotel/Riad
- Camel ride experience
- Sunset camel ride
- Overnight desert camp "At your preferred tent type"
- Meals: Breakfasts & Dinners x 2
- Your preferred transfer from the camp either by camels or car
Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees if needed
- Tipping (Optional)
Fes to Marrakech 3 day tour price
The price of the 3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech starts from 150€ but keep in mind that it depends on numerous factors including the number of travelers, type of the accommodation you choose (Standard, mixed medium option, or luxury), and the time of the year you plan your trip. As the number of travelers increases, the price decreases. Please contact us to get a price quote for your customized tour.
booking Fes to Marrakech 3 day desert tour
To book your trip, please use the contact form below. You will receive your booking confirmation within 24 hours. We look forward to hearing from you.
things to know before you go
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Vegetarian or vegan options are available, please inform us during the booking process.
- Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase.
- A turban is recommended during the summer months, especially since sandstorms often occur in summer.
- Extra activities are available, please let us know during the booking process.
- In Merzouga your luggage will be transported to the camp by our private 4WD car.
- You can take the 4WD car to get to the camp for free, as an alternative to camels.
road map
Frequently asked questions
If you prefer not to ride a camel, we can arrange a comfortable 4WD vehicle to transport you to and from the desert camp at no extra cost. Just let your guide know your preference.
We use different cars depending on how many people are in the group. We offer a variety of options, including Toyota Prado TX, Renault vans, Ford vans, and Mercedes vans (8-seater), all equipped with air conditioning. This ensures a comfortable journey, whether you’re on a private or shared tour.
To confirm your reservation, a small deposit is required, payable via PayPal or bank transfer. The remaining balance can be paid in cash (euros, dollars, or dirhams) to your guide on the first day of your tour.
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