Explore the best of Morocco on a 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour. Visit iconic sites like Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Valley, and Tinghir Oasis. Enjoy camel rides across Erg Chebbi sand dunes and stay in a Merzouga Desert camp. See the lively Barbary apes in the Middle Atlas Mountains before arriving in Fes. This Marrakech to Fes desert trip will end with a lot of memories.
Private 3 day desert tour Marrakech to Fes offer a tailored and intimate experience. With personalized attention, flexibility in itinerary, and exclusive desert camp stays, travelers enjoy comfort, privacy, and unique insights into Moroccan culture. Safety, photography opportunities, and the freedom to explore at your own pace further enhance this memorable desert trip.
Start your 3 day desert tour Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga with a pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. We will leave the city and drive to the High Atlas Mountains, reaching the stunning Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, which sits at an elevation of 2,260 meters. On our way, we will make stops to admire and explore charming Berber villages and panoramic views.
Our next stop will be the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. We will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ait Benhaddou, which is the most famous kasbah in Morocco, and many movies were made there, like Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and more.
After lunch, we will continue our journey on the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs,” passing through the towns of Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Rose Valley in Kalaat M’Gouna. We will arrive in the Dades Valley in the afternoon and will have the opportunity to visit the rock formations known as the “monkey fingers” to take beautiful pictures.
After arriving in Dades Valley, you will spend the night at the hotel, dinner and breakfast included.
Driving distance: 353 km
Driving time: 6 hr 30 min
We begin the second day of our 3 days from Marrakech to Fes desert tour with breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, we’ll set off towards Tineghir, making stops at beautiful viewpoints that offer glimpses of charming Berber villages and palm tree-filled oases. One of the highlights along our route is the Todgha Gorges, a majestic canyon soaring 300 meters high. We’ll take a walk through this gorges, marveling at its natural beauty, after continuing our journey towards the Merzouga desert.
When we reach the Merzouga desert in the afternoon, you’ll start a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes. As we traverse the golden sands, you will have a break on a high dune to watch the sunset. After sunset, we’ll continue our camel ride to the campsite, where a warm reception awaits with traditional mint tea. You’ll have plenty of free time to relax and enjoy the desert.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner with flavorful local dishes. After dinner, we can have fire Berber hosts who will entertain us with rhythmic drumming and share their stories under the starry sky. This cultural experience allows us to deeply connect with the rich heritage of the Berber people. You’ll spend the night in the comfort of a luxury desert camp, ensuring a peaceful and memorable overnight in the Sahara Desert.
Driving distance: 275 km
Driving time: 4 hr
After an early wake-up to enjoy a fantastic sunrise over the dunes, after breakfast at camp, you will be back to Merzouga town by camel or 4×4 car of your choice.
In Merzouga, you will meet your driver and depart on a scenic drive to Fes across the Ziz Valley through Errachidia, which is the capital of the Tafilalt region.
Continue to Midelt, where we will have lunch at a restaurant before driving across the Middle Atlas Mountains with their cedar forests and Berber towns of Imouzzar and Ifrane, which are both famous winter ski resorts for many travelers.
Your driver will stop for you in a spot where there are some Barbary apes on their way there and the opportunity to take pictures. You’ll arrive in Fez city late that afternoon. 3 days from Marrakech to Fes will end with a drop-off at your hotel or riad in Fes.
Driving distance: 466 km
Driving time: 8 hr
A 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour typically costs depending on the number of people in your group, the level of service, the type of the accommodations, and the season you plan to travel.
Prices may vary, so please feel free to get in touch with our team. We can tailor the tour to suit your budget and preferences.
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High atlas Mountains :
The High Atlas Mountains is the highest mountains in North Africa. On this 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert trip from, we’ll travel through the famous pass between Marrakech and Ouarzazate (Tizi n’Tichka), where the highest point is 2,260 meters. Along the way, there will be plenty of stops to take pictures and enjoy the beautiful mountain views.
Ait ben Haddou Kasbah:
Ait Benhaddou is a famous UNESCO World Heritage site located just 30 minutes from Ouarzazate. This old Berber village, built by a Berber family in the 11th century, was once a meeting point for commercial caravans traveling across the Sahara Desert to the northern cities of Morocco.
Ait Benhaddou has appeared in many movies and TV shows, including Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Visitors can walk through its narrow alleys, explore the ancient buildings, and enjoy beautiful views.
Atlas Film Studios :
Atlas Film Studios is a large film studio located near Ouarzazate in Morocco. It’s famous for being the filming location of many famous movies like Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones. The studios are set in a beautiful desert landscape, making it a popular place for filmmakers. Visitors can tour the studios, see movie sets, and learn about how films are made. It’s often called the “Hollywood of Africa.”
Rose Valley :
The Rose Valley is a beautiful area in southern Morocco, known for its fragrant Damask roses.
Located near the city of Kelaat M’Gouna, the valley is famous for its rose farms and the annual Rose Festival which is during May, the celebrates the harvest with parades and music.
The roses are used to make products like rose water and perfumes. It’s a popular stop for travelers, offering stunning views.
Dades Valley:
Dades Valley is a beautiful , known for its amazing rock formations and scenic views. It’s near the town of Boumalne Dades and is famous for the Dades Gorge and the Dades River.
The valley is surrounded by mountains and oases, making it a great place for hiking and taking pictures.
Ans It’s a popular stop for travelers on their way to the Merzouga desert.
One of the highlights is the unique “Monkey Fingers” rock formations.
Todgha Gorges:
The Todra Canyon is a highlight of the 3-day desert tour from Marrakech. It’s located near Tinghir and is known for its tall cliffs, which rise up to 300 meters. A river runs through the canyon, making it a great place for hiking, rock climbing, and photography. You can walk along the river and enjoy the beautiful views.
Erg Chebbi desert Merzouga:
Erg Chebbi is one of the most famous sand dunes in Morocco, located near the town of Merzouga in the Sahara Desert.
The dunes rise up to 200 meters high and stretch over 50 kilometers long. It’s a popular destination for travelers looking for desert experience in Sahara.
There you will ride camels through the dunes to watch the sunset, and spend an overnight at desert camp, and enjoy the peaceful.
Erg Chebbi offers a true desert experience, with stunning views, starry nights, and a chance to connect with the desert’s magic.
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