Discover the beauty of Morocco on this private 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour, one of the country’s most popular travel routes. Over three unforgettable days, you’ll cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, visit the spectacular Todra Gorge, and ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Spend the night in a luxury Sahara desert camp, enjoy traditional Amazigh hospitality, and travel through the scenic Ziz Valley, cedar forests, and Ifrane before arriving in the imperial city of Fes.
Private tours from 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 tour Marrakech to Fes with a convenient pick-up from your accommodation. The route winds through the High Atlas Mountains, reaching the scenic Tizi-N-Tichka Pass. Along the way, stop at charming Berber villages and enjoy 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. Then, we will arrive in the Dades Valley in the afternoon, where you can explore the unique rock formations known as the ‘monkey fingers’ and take stunning photos.
After arriving in Dades Valley, you will spend the night at the hotel, with dinner and breakfast included.
Driving distance: 353 km
Driving time: 6 hr 30 min
The second day of our Marrakech to Fes desert tour begins with a hearty breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, we drive toward Tinghir, stopping along the way to admire the spectacular Todgha Gorges, a majestic canyon with cliffs rising up to 300 meters. Take your time to walk through the gorge and capture stunning photos of this natural wonder
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 Merzouga dunes, where a warm reception awaits with traditional mint tea. You’ll have plenty of free time to relax and enjoy the Sahara Desert.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner with flavorful local dishes. After dinner, the Berber hosts will entertain guests around the campfire with rhythmic drumming and traditional 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 the Morocco desert camp, ensuring a peaceful and memorable overnight in the Sahara Desert.
Driving distance: 275 km
Driving time: 4 hr
Wake up early to enjoy a stunning sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, return to Merzouga town by camel or 4×4.
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.
The driver will stop to observe Barbary apes in the cedar forest, offering a great photo opportunity. You’ll arrive in the city of Fez late that afternoon. 3 day trip 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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The High Atlas Mountains are the highest mountains in North Africa. On this 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert trip, 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 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. It’s one of the cultural gems included in most tour Marrakech to Fes desert itineraries.
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” and is a frequent stop on a Marrakech to Fes Sahara tour.
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 in May. The festival 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 during a Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, offering stunning views and a taste of local culture.
Dades Valley is a beautiful area, 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 valley.
The valley is surrounded by mountains and oases, making it a great place for hiking and taking pictures. And 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, which are often admired during a 3 days Marrakech to Fes journey.
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. The gorges are commonly visited on a route from Marrakech to Merzouga to Fes.
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 a desert experience in the Moroccan desert.
There you will ride camels through the dunes to watch the sunset, spend a night at a desert camp, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
Erg Chebbi offers a true desert experience, with stunning views, starry nights, and a chance to connect with the desert’s magic. This is the heart of every Marrakech Merzouga Fes tour and one of the most unforgettable parts of the Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Ziz Valley is located in the southeast of Morocco, in the Errachidia province. It starts south of Rich in the Middle Atlas and extends approximately 30 kilometers north of Errachidia, reaching the Algerian desert. Ziz Valley is the largest palm tree oasis in Morocco.
On our 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will discover the authentic beauty of Morocco and enjoy panoramic views of Ziz Valley, one of the most scenic parts of the Marrakech to Merzouga to Fes journey.
Cedar Forest:
The Cedar Forest in Azrou is located in the Middle Atlas Mountains, near the town of Azrou, about 60 km east of Fes.
It’s famous for its cedar trees and is home to the Barbary macaque monkeys. The forest offers beautiful landscapes and great photo opportunities.
Cedar Forest is a popular stop for travelers who take a Marrakech to Fes Sahara tour, especially those experiencing a Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
Ifrane is a town in the Middle Atlas Mountains, about 65 km south of Fes. Known as “Little Switzerland,” it features Swiss-style architecture, clean streets, and beautiful gardens. Surrounded by forests and mountains, Ifrane is a peaceful and charming destination.
In winter, it becomes a ski destination for many travelers from all over the world, with the Michlifen Ski Resort. Ifrane also hosts Al Akhawayn University, a well-known liberal arts school.
With this Marrakech to Fes 3 days desert tour, you will have a 20-minute break to explore this beautiful city before concluding your journey from Marrakech to Fes.
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