Discover the stunning beauty of Morocco’s middle and high Atlas Mountains on a 3 Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech. This tour takes you through a diverse landscape, including the alpine-style architecture and ski slopes of Ifrane, the cedar forests of Azrou where wild monkeys roam free, and the second longest river in the country, the Ziz valley.
Experience the thrill of a camel trek and spend a night in a desert camp, where you can witness the breathtaking Sunset & Sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Along the way, you’ll also visit the magnificent Todra valley and gorge, Dades Valley, and the Taourirt Kasbah.
Explore the film studios in Ouarzazate and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ksar Ait Benhaddou, as well as several small Berber villages nestled in the high Atlas mountains. This 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the culture, history, and natural wonders of Morocco.
Fes (at your accommodation)
08:00 AM
≈ 18:00
3 DAYS
The Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour is a popular tour package in Morocco, offering travelers an opportunity to experience the country’s rich culture, stunning landscapes, and the vast Sahara Desert. Here are some highlights of the tour:
Your unforgettable 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour with Sahara Camel Trips starts with a morning pick-up from your Fes hotel at 8:00 a.m. Our expert driver will take you on a scenic drive towards Merzouga, passing through the majestic Middle Atlas mountains and enjoying the breathtaking views of the charming Berber villages along the way.
Our first stop is in the stunning city of Ifrane, famously known as the “Moroccan Switzerland.” After that, we’ll continue to the famous cedar forest of Azrou where you can encounter playful monkeys and interact with them in their natural habitat. We’ll then head to Midelt town where you can enjoy a delicious lunch break.
After lunch, our journey southward will continue through Erfoud, a town renowned for its fossils and annual dates festival. We’ll traverse the picturesque Ziz Valley and stop to admire the panoramic views of the oasis in the afternoon. As the sun sets, we’ll reach the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes, where you will embark on a thrilling camel trekking experience to reach our Berber Camp in Merzouga.
The camel ride takes around 1 to 1:30 hours, and we’ll take a break on top of the dune to capture the unforgettable sunset view, try sandboarding if you’re interested, take photos, and admire the stunning landscape. Upon arrival at the camp, you’ll be greeted with a refreshing glass of tea and have some time to unwind before dinner.
After dinner, you’ll be treated to some traditional Berber drumming music under the starry sky, followed by a restful night’s sleep in a cozy nomadic tent. This is just the beginning of an unforgettable Fes to Marrakech desert tour.
On the second day of your Fes to Marrakech desert tour, you will wake up early in the morning to witness the magical sunrise near the desert camp. After experiencing this breathtaking view, you will have a delicious breakfast and take a refreshing shower at the camp.
You can then choose to either ride a camel or transfer by 4WD back to the starting point where you will meet your driver. From there, you will continue your journey towards Marrakech.
En route, you will have the opportunity to visit the weekly market of Rissani if it happens to be one of the market days (Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday). You will pass through small Berber villages such as Touroug and Tinjdad, before reaching Tinghir.
In Tinghir, you will make a stop to admire the beautiful Todra valley, which is filled with lush palm trees and vegetation. You will also visit the Todra Gorge, located at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains. This famous place is a popular spot for rock climbers and you will have free time to walk through its high canyons.
After exploring Todra Gorge, you will take a break for lunch before continuing your journey to Boumalne Dades. In the afternoon, you will arrive at Dades Valley, where you will spend the night in a comfortable hotel or riad. Here, you will have dinner and can rest for the night, ready for another exciting day of your Fes to Marrakech desert tour.
Today marks the final day of your epic Fes to Marrakech desert tour. We’ll start off by heading towards Marrakech, passing through some of Morocco’s most scenic spots such as Kalaat M’gouna, Rose Valley, and Skoura Palm Grove.
Our first stop will be at the historic Kasbah Taourirte and the nearby film studios in Ouarzazate, an optional visit for those interested. From there, we’ll make our way to Ait Benhaddou, one of the oldest and most famous kasbahs in Morocco. This UNESCO World Heritage site has been featured in many blockbuster movies including Gladiator, Obelix, the Mummy, the Jewel of the Nile, and Sahara with Penélope Cruz. You’ll have free time to grab lunch and explore the area.
After lunch, we’ll embark on the final leg of our journey, crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi N’tichka, the highest road pass in Morocco at 2260 meters above sea level. Along the way, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the valleys, mountains, and nearby Berber villages.
In the late afternoon or early evening, we’ll arrive at your hotel in Marrakech where your private Fes to Marrakech 3-day tour comes to an end. It’s been an unforgettable journey through the heart of Morocco’s desert, and we hope you leave with memories that will last a lifetime.
