3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga, featuring camel trekking in the Sahara, overnight desert camp, Atlas Mountains, kasbahs, oases, and stunning valley landscapes.
- 3 Days/ 2 Nights
- Start in Fes
- Ends in Marrakech
3 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH OVERVIEW
The 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech is a scenic journey through Morocco’s most diverse landscapes, combining culture, nature, and adventure. Traveling south from Fes, the tour passes through the Middle Atlas Mountains, cedar forests, and traditional Berber towns before reaching the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Here, you experience a memorable camel trek across the golden dunes and spend the night in a desert camp under the stars. The journey continues through dramatic valleys, palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech, offering a rich and unforgettable overview of Morocco’s desert beauty in just three days.
Tour Highlights:
- Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
- Stop in the cedar forests to see Barbary macaques
- Visit traditional Berber villages and desert towns
- Explore the Ziz Valley with its vast palm groves
- Camel trekking experience in the Merzouga Sahara
- Overnight stay in a desert camp under the stars
- Sunrise over the golden Erg Chebbi dunes
- Walk through dramatic desert and mountain landscapes
- Pass through ancient kasbahs and historic routes
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains en route to Marrakech
3 Days Desert Tour From Fes To Marrakech Itinerary
This 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech is designed to give you a complete Sahara experience in a short time while traveling across some of Morocco’s most iconic landscapes. The itinerary combines long scenic drives with carefully chosen stops, allowing you to explore mountains, valleys, desert dunes, and historic routes before reaching Marrakech. Each day offers a balance of sightseeing, cultural discovery, and unforgettable desert moments.
1st Day: Fes - Ifrane - Cedars forest- Midelt - Ziz valley - Merzouga Sahara ( 7 Hours Drive )
The journey begins early with a departure from Fes, heading south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. The first stop is Ifrane, a clean and peaceful town known for its alpine-style architecture and cool climate. Continuing through the cedar forests near Azrou, you may encounter Barbary macaques among the ancient trees. The drive then passes through mountain landscapes and small Berber villages before reaching Midelt, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas ranges, where there is time for a short break and lunch.
After Midelt, the scenery changes dramatically as you descend toward the desert, following the road through the impressive Ziz Valley. This area is famous for its vast palm groves, traditional villages, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the oasis. In the late afternoon, you arrive in Merzouga, at the edge of the Sahara Desert, where the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi rise on the horizon. The day ends with preparations for your desert experience, setting the stage for an unforgettable night in the Sahara.
2nd Day : Merzouga Sahara - Rissani - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley ( 5 Hours Drive )
After an early morning in the Sahara, you leave Merzouga and travel toward Rissani, an important desert town known as a former trading center and the birthplace of Morocco’s ruling dynasty. The route continues to Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops and desert landscapes, where you can learn about the region’s ancient marine history. Along the way, you pass through small villages and palm-filled oases that reflect daily life in southeastern Morocco.
The journey then leads to the impressive Todra Gorges, a dramatic canyon with towering rock walls rising hundreds of meters on both sides. Here, you have time to walk along the river, enjoy the cool air, and take photos of the striking natural scenery. In the afternoon, the drive continues through the scenic Dades Valley, known for its unique rock formations and lush greenery, before arriving at your accommodation for the night.
3rd Day : Dades Valley - Roses Valley - Palm Groves of Skoura - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah- High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech ( 6 Hours Drive )
After breakfast in the Dades Valley, the journey continues through the scenic Roses Valley, a region famous for its rose fields and traditional products, especially during the spring harvest season. The road then leads to the palm groves of Skoura, an oasis dotted with ancient kasbahs and lush date palms, offering a glimpse into traditional oasis life. Passing through Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Sahara,” you may stop to see its famous film studios or historic kasbahs, depending on time.
The highlight of the day is a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of Morocco’s most iconic fortified villages. After exploring the kasbah, the drive continues across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, with several panoramic stops along the way. In the late afternoon or evening, you arrive in Marrakech, marking the end of your 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech.
Fes Desert Tour To Marrakech 3 Days Price:
The price of the 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech depends on several factors, including the number of travelers, level of accommodation, travel season, and any optional activities you may wish to include. For this reason, prices are not fixed. To receive an exact quote tailored to your preferences and travel dates, please contact us directly, and we will be happy to provide detailed pricing and available options.
Tour Includes & Excludes:
What’s Included in the Price:
Private transportation for 3 days in a comfortable 4×4 or air-conditioned minivan, including fuel
Pick-up and drop-off from your riad or any location in Marrakech
Dedicated private driver/guide who speaks English
One overnight stay in a high-quality hotel or traditional riad
One overnight stay in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga with a private bathroom
Camel trek experience (one camel per person), with a 4WD transfer option available if preferred
Sandboarding equipment provided at the desert camp
Daily dinners and breakfasts
What’s Not Included:
Lunch meals and beverages
Tour Map
Know Before You Go:
- Weather conditions can vary significantly during the 3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech, especially between the mountains and the Sahara Desert. Days can be warm or hot, while nights in the desert may be quite cold, particularly from autumn to early spring. We recommend bringing layered clothing, a warm jacket for the evening, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to stay protected during the journey.
- Please inform us in advance of any dietary requirements, food allergies, or medical conditions so we can make the necessary arrangements. Long driving distances are part of this tour, with several scenic stops along the way, so a flexible attitude and patience are important. It is also advisable to bring some cash for personal expenses, drinks, tips, and souvenirs, as ATMs may not be available in remote areas.