3-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech

The tour itinerary

The 3-day tour from Fes to Marrakech offers an unforgettable adventure through the Sahara Desert and some of Morocco's most fascinating places. The journey begins in Fes and continues to Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forest. You will cross the Ziz Valley and arrive at the Erg Chebbi Desert, where you will ride camels and spend a night under the stars in a Berber camp. Day two includes a visit to the Todra and Dades Gorges, the Route of 1001 Kasbahs and the Valley of Roses. Finally, you will explore the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and cross the High Atlas Mountains, arriving in Marrakech. This tour offers a complete immersion in the Moroccan landscape and culture.

Day 1

Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Ziz Gorges - Erfoud - Rissani - Merzouga

We will leave for Ifrane and Azrou, crossing the enchanting Middle Atlas Mountains. En route, we will stop in a cedar forest to observe monkeys in their natural habitat. We will then continue through the Tizi Ntalghamt pass, reaching Midelt and the spectacular Ziz Gorges, carved out of volcanic rock. Our next stop will be Erfoud, where we will stop for lunch before continuing on to Merzouga via Rissani. Once we arrive in Merzouga, we will be welcomed with a refreshing mint tea. We will meet the camel driver who will lead us on an exciting dromedary trek lasting about an hour and a half to our desert camp. The tents are equipped with light, mattresses, blankets and pillows to ensure a comfortable stay. Under a starry sky, we will have dinner together and then gather around the fire to listen to the sound of traditional Berber drums. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.

Day 2

Merzouga - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley

We will wake up early to admire a beautiful sunrise over the desert dunes. After having breakfast in the camp, we will resume our trek on the back of a dromedary to Merzouga. Upon arrival, we will have the opportunity to take a refreshing shower and relax. Afterwards, we will set off to explore the Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley. At the end of the day, we will have dinner and stay overnight in a cozy hotel located at the Dades Gorges.

Day 3

Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley

After a hearty breakfast, we will start the day exploring the spectacular Dades Gorges. Afterwards, we will head to Ouarzazate via the famous Thousand Kasbahs road, stopping along the way to take photos of the breathtaking views. We will visit the Valley of Roses and the palm grove of Skoura, famous for its historic Kasbah Amridil. We will continue to the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, where we will have time to have lunch and explore the historic Kasbah of the Glaoui. The journey will continue to Marrakech, crossing the Tizi N’Tichka pass, located at an altitude of 2260 meters. En route, we will stop to admire the breathtaking views of the valley and visit a cooperative that produces argan oil. We are scheduled to arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon. We will thus conclude our service.

Included in the tour

Transport (4×4 Toyota, Land Cruiser – minibus).

Guide – Driver with a good knowledge of your language.

Camel excursion and night in a Berber tent.

Night in a tented camp with dinner and breakfast

Not included in the tour

Airline tickets

Lunches and beverages

Entrance tickets to museums and historical monuments

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WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US

Dinner in the desert

5 days

The real Morocco with Morocco Desert Tour! We traveled nearly 1,500 kilometers, and every single one was amazing thanks to our fantastic driver SAID, who was incredibly professional, always kind, and cheerful.

5-day desert tour

3 days

Everything was perfect, with excellent organization. Our driver Lahcen was very knowledgeable, friendly, and always available to help with any issue or request. The desert was magnificent, the camp was beautiful, and the starry sky at night was absolutely breathtaking.

Camel trek

7 days

What a wonderful trip! A meticulously planned tour with top-notch organization from our arrival in Marrakech to our return. Our driver Lahcen was excellent, both in his driving and as a companion—always very helpful and accommodating.