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Join a top-rated 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech and experience the magic of the Sahara at Erg Chebbi. Travel through the Middle Atlas, pass cedar forests home to Barbary macaques, and admire Morocco’s diverse landscapes along the way.
Enjoy a camel trek across golden dunes and spend an unforgettable night in a luxury desert camp beneath the stars. Continue through dramatic scenery, including the towering Todra Gorges and historic kasbahs, before arriving in vibrant Marrakech — making this tour the perfect way to combine desert adventure with seamless travel between the two cities.
After breakfast at your hotel/riad, your private driver/guide will pick you up before heading south towards the majestic Merzouga Desert. Our first stop will be in the charming town of Ifrane, ranked the second cleanest city in the world in 2015. You'll enjoy a short break in the cedar forest, home to a colony of Barbary macaques, then we'll continue our journey towards Midelt where we will have lunch.
Later, cross the spectacular Atlas Mountains, passing through the Ziz Valley and its countless palm trees offering breathtaking panoramas. Arrive in the desert and enjoy a camel ride while admiring the sunset. Reach our luxury desert camp where you will have dinner and relax in your private tent with an en-suite bathroom.
Wake up early, contemplate the magnificent sunrise from the top of the dunes, then enjoy an invigorating breakfast before setting off on your adventure. Drive west passing through Erfoud, where you can visit its date market, then take a stroll in the impressive Todra Gorges.
Spend your second night in an authentic riad/hotel in the lush Dades Valley
After breakfast, we will resume our 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, passing through the lush Valley of Roses where we can visit a local cooperative and learn about the production of roses and their derived products, including rose water, perfumes, lotions, and much more.
Cross the city of Ouarzazate (the Hollywood of Africa), which has served as a backdrop for many Hollywood films such as Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Lawrence of Arabia, Sahara, Prince of Persia, and many others.
Enjoy a guided tour of the superb UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, before continuing your journey to Marrakech, crossing the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260 m).
Included:
- A professional and experienced private driver/guide.
- Pickup from your accommodation in Fes.
- A minibus for transportation, including fuel.
- Driver's fees.
- Overnight accommodation in a standard or luxury desert camp, according to your choice, including dinner and breakfast.
- Overnight stay in the Dades Valley in an authentic riad, including dinner and breakfast.
- A camel ride to admire the sunset.
- Unique experiences.
Not Included:
- Lunches en route.
- A guide for the archaeological visit to the Roman ruins of Volubilis (if applicable).
- Entrance fees to sites, if any.
- Drinks, including water.
- Tips, if any.
- Extras.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - 3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
This highly-rated 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech is a fantastic way to experience the best of Morocco’s diverse landscapes. It takes you deep into the majestic Sahara Desert (Erg Chebbi) for an unforgettable camel trek and an overnight stay in a luxury desert camp, with scenic drives through the Atlas Mountains and visits to iconic kasbahs and valleys.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to journey between Fes and Marrakech without missing the quintessential Moroccan desert experience. It’s a comprehensive private excursion that showcases diverse landscapes, from cedar forests to desert dunes and dramatic gorges, culminating in Marrakech.
Key highlights include encountering Barbary macaques in the Middle Atlas cedar forests, enjoying a camel ride and luxury camping in Erg Chebbi (Merzouga), exploring the impressive Todra Gorges, visiting the cinematic Ouarzazate, and a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah.
The tour includes overnight accommodation in a standard or luxury desert camp in Merzouga, according to your choice, with dinner and breakfast. Your second night will be spent in an authentic riad/hotel in the Dades Valley, also including dinner and breakfast.
Absolutely! A highlight of the tour is an unforgettable camel ride in the Merzouga desert to admire the spectacular sunset over the dunes, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the camp.
Dinners and breakfasts are included for all three days (dinner on Day 1 at the desert camp, breakfast on Day 2 at the camp, dinner on Day 2 at the Dades Valley riad, and breakfast on Day 3 at the riad). Lunches en route, entrance fees to sites, and all drinks (including water) are not included.
We recommend packing comfortable, layered clothing for varying temperatures (hot days, cool nights in the desert and mountains). Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes or sandals, and a camera. A small backpack for your overnight essentials is also useful.
Yes, you’ll pass through Berber villages, visit an argan oil cooperative (optional), and have the chance to see Barbary macaque monkeys in the cedar forests. The tour offers numerous unique cultural experiences along the way.
Pickup is from your accommodation in Fes on Day 1, typically after breakfast. Drop-off is at your accommodation in Marrakech on Day 3 in the late afternoon or early evening.
You will travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus with a professional and experienced private driver/guide, ensuring a pleasant journey across varied terrains.
This is a private 3-day desert excursion, meaning you and your travel companions will have exclusive transportation and a dedicated driver/guide throughout the tour.
No, entrance fees to sites (such as Ait-Ben-Haddou) are not included in the tour price. Your guide will inform you of any applicable costs.
