Overview
Explore the Sahara desert of Morocco from Fes to Marrakech on an epic trip that offers a great opportunity to meet the locals and experience an authentic desert trip.
By joining the 3 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour, you will get to ride camels crossing the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, spend an unforgettable night in a desert camp, where you will enjoy the complete silence among the high dunes in Merzouga, a place that feels like a million miles from civilization.
Apart from the camel trekking experience, sunset & sunrise over Erg Chebbi, and the night in the desert, your 3 days Fes desert tour will take you across the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga and across the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Get to watch the Barbary macaques in the cedar forest near Azrou, one of the famous old-world monkey species. Explore the Todra Canyon, visit the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and many more.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Breakfast x 2 Dinner x 2
First night at a Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi (Private tent) At your Preferred type
Sunset & Sunrise Camel Ride + Sand boarding in Erg Chebbi
Drop off at your Marrakech hotel or the closest accessible point to your riad if not car accessible
Second night at Ouarzazate OR Dades Valley (Private A/C ensuite room)
A/C modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide
Tipping (Optional)
Drinks / Lunches
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
All travelers in the medina riad near Hôtel Batha, Avenue de La Liberte, Fes, Morocco, can join us there.
End point
Your driver will drop you off at your accommodation, and if it's not accessible by car, the drop off will be In the nearest accessible place to your riad/hotel.
What to expect
Day 1 FES ⇢ IFRANE ⇢ ZIZ VALLEY ⇢ MERZOUGA DESERT (Night in Desert Camp) (467 Km/7 hr 30 min)
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Fez
30 min
After an early breakfast at your hotel or riad id Fez, your English speaking driver / guide will pick you up as early as possible, 07h00 AM in winter time and 08h00 AM in summer ( that will allow you enough driving time to catch the sunset in Erg Chebbi ).
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Ifrane
10 min
Our journey will commence in Fes and take us through Ifrane, a French-built winter ski resort from the 1930s modeled after a Swiss village.
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Azrou Cedar Forest
15 min Admission ticket included
As you continue your journey, you will traverse the cedar forest in Azrou and have an opportunity to spot monkeys. Your drive will take you through the Middle Atlas Mountains, characterized by scenic winding roads through forests, springs, rocky terrain, and Berber villages. You will then descend towards the Sahara Desert after a full day of navigating the breathtaking Atlas Mountains.
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Midelt
1 hour
During your trip, you will make a stop for lunch in Midelt, a town renowned for its fossils and rocks. Midelt is located halfway to your destination. After lunch, you will continue your journey towards Merzouga along the road.
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15 min
After lunch, you will continue your journey, crossing the Ziz River and passing by towering palm trees and fortified Kasbahs on your way to Erfoud.
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Merzouga
16 hours
Take a break to admire the breathtaking view of a massive palm tree oasis, then proceed to reach Merzouga in the afternoon. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with mint tea and your guide, who will introduce you to your camels. They will then lead you on a 1-hour camel ride across the picturesque sandy dunes of erg-Chebbi, where you will experience the breathtaking sunset. Upon reaching the desert camp, you will spend the night in a traditional Berber tent. Here, your camels will be secured and you will be served with mint tea. After a delicious dinner, spend the night stargazing before retiring to bed.
Day 2 MERZOUGA ⇢ TODRA CANYON ⇢ DADES GORGES (255 km/Around 4 hr)
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1 hour
Admire the sunrise and ride the camel to the camp lodge to enjoy an early breakfast.
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1 hour
Enjoy the stunning views offered by Toudra Gorges and a beautiful walk-in Toudra Valley
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Dades Gorges
16 hours Admission ticket included
Join Dades through the road of Thousand Kasbah and Roses Valley. Overnight, Dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 3 DADES GORGES ⇢ OUARZAZATE ⇢ AIT BEN HADDOU ⇢ HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS ⇢ MARRAKECH (315 Km/6 hr 30 min)
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Dades Gorges
40 min Admission ticket included
Following breakfast, you will embark on a drive through the Valley of the Roses, en route to Kalaa Mgouna.
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15 min Admission ticket not included
As part of this experience, we'll make a special stop at the Atlas Studios. Located on the outskirts of the city, this renowned film studio has been the backdrop for many famous movies and television series. During this brief stop, you'll have the opportunity to capture some stunning photos of the Atlas Studios' exterior. The studio's unique architecture and surroundings offer excellent photographic opportunities. Keep in mind that entrance fees to explore the inside of Atlas Studios are not included in this package, but you can purchase your ticket there if you wish to delve deeper into the magic of the movies.
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Ait Ben Haddou
1 hour
Take the opportunity to visit the renowned Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Tizi n Tichka
15 min Admission ticket included
Journey across the massive Atlas Mountains and admire the stunning landscape from the top of Tizi N'Tichka pass, the highest pass in North Africa.
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Marrakech
30 min
Arrive in Marrakech, the Red City and Morocco's second largest city, in the early evening. Your drop-off will be at your accommodations or the nearest accessible location.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Africa/Casablanca).
Additional Information
- COVID-19 safety measures
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about From Fes: Unforgettable Desert Tour to Marrakech 3-Day
Can I cancel From Fes: Unforgettable Desert Tour to Marrakech 3-Day for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 days.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
All travelers in the medina riad near Hôtel Batha, Avenue de La Liberte, Fes, Morocco, can join us there. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Breakfast x 2 Dinner x 2
- First night at a Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi (Private tent) At your Preferred type
- Sunset & Sunrise Camel Ride + Sand boarding in Erg Chebbi
- Drop off at your Marrakech hotel or the closest accessible point to your riad if not car accessible
- Second night at Ouarzazate OR Dades Valley (Private A/C ensuite room)
- A/C modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide
What's not included?
- Tipping (Optional)
- Drinks / Lunches
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ifrane, Azrou Cedar Forest, Midelt, Merzouga, Dades Gorges, Ait Ben Haddou, Tizi n Tichka, Marrakech.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Arabic, German, Chinese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Morocco Trip
