This 3-day tour from Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert is one of the most popular desert trips in Morocco. It allows you to discover the beauty of the Middle Atlas, ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, spend the night in a traditional desert camp, and explore kasbahs and valleys on the way to Marrakech. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this tour blends culture, adventure, and breathtaking landscapes in just three unforgettable days.

Tour Highlights

• Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and cedar forests.

• Stop at Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and visit the cedar forest of Azrou.

• Cross the Ziz Valley and admire its lush palm groves.

• Camel trekking experience in the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga.

• Overnight stay in a luxury desert camp under the stars.

• Explore the Todra Gorge and Dades Valley.

• Visit the UNESCO site Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and cross the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert

Your journey begins early in the morning from Fes, traveling through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop at Ifrane, known for its Swiss-style architecture, and continue to the cedar forest of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. After lunch in Midelt, drive through the stunning Ziz Valley with its vast palm groves. Arrive at Merzouga Desert in the late afternoon, where you will ride camels across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy the magical desert sunset before reaching your luxury desert camp for dinner, Berber music, and overnight under the stars.

Day 2: Merzouga – Erfoud – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the Sahara dunes, then return by camel to your lodge for breakfast and shower. Depart Merzouga towards Erfoud, known for its fossils and date markets. Continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where you can walk through its towering cliffs. After exploring, drive through the scenic Dades Valley, famous for its rock formations and kasbahs. Dinner and overnight stay in a charming hotel in Dades Valley.

Day 3: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

After breakfast, journey through the Valley of Roses and Skoura Oasis before reaching Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa.” Visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and backdrop for many films. After lunch, cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech by evening, where your 3-day desert tour from Fes ends.

What’s Included

• Private modern vehicle with A/C and English/French/Spanish speaking driver.

• 1 night in a hotel/riad with dinner & breakfast.

• 1 night in a luxury desert camp (dinner & breakfast included).

• Camel trek in Erg Chebbi dunes (one camel per person).

• Sandboarding at the camp.

• Hotel/riad pick-up in Fes and drop-off in Marrakech.

What’s Not Included

• Lunches and drinks.

• Entrance fees to monuments and kasbahs.

• Personal expenses and tips.

This 3-day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour is the best way to travel between the two imperial cities while discovering the authentic beauty of Morocco. From mountain peaks to endless sand dunes and ancient kasbahs, every moment of this journey is filled with adventure and cultural richness.