3 Days
Private Tour
Up to 2 days
English, Multilingual
Join a 3-day desert adventure from Marrakech to Fes with two overnight stays—one in the Dades Valley and one in the Sahara Desert.
The tour begins with a drive through the High Atlas Mountains, where you’ll visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then, explore Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa.” Continue the journey through Skoura and the Valley of Roses before arriving in Dades for the night.
Next, travel to the impressive Todra Gorges and pass by traditional Berber villages. From there, head to the desert. In Merzouga, you’ll enjoy a camel ride across the sand dunes and spend the night in a desert camp under the stars.
After a peaceful night in the desert, you’ll wake up early to watch the sunrise. Then, after breakfast, the journey continues toward Fes. Along the way, you’ll pass through Midelt, the Cedar Forest of Azrou (where you might see monkeys), and the scenic town of Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco.”
You can choose a group tour with basic accommodations or a private tour with upgraded options—standard, mid-range, or luxury hotels and desert camps.
This tour is perfect for those looking to explore Morocco’s rich culture, beautiful landscapes, and magical desert!
The 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes costs between 170 and 850 euros. The price depends on how many people join, the season, and the type of accommodation you choose.
| Number Of Travelers | Standard Option Price | Total Price |
| 1 Person | 650 Euros per person | 650 euros |
| 2 People | 335 Euros per person | 670 euros |
| 3 People | 266 Euros per person | 800 euros |
| 4 People | 212 Euros per person | 850 euros |
| 5 People | 180 Euros per person | 900 euros |
| +5 People | Contact us for prices | … |
On the first day, we will pick you up from Marrakech around 8:00 am. From there, we will head south through the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n'Tichka, the highest mountain pass in the area. We will stop to enjoy the stunning views of the Atlas Mountains, the Berber villages, and take a break for coffee or tea.
Next, we will visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. This historic site has been used in many well-known Hollywood movies like Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones. It was an important fortress on the old Salt Road. Caravans brought goods like gold, ivory, salt, and silk from sub-Saharan Africa.
After the Kasbah, we will drive through Ouarzazate, often called the "Gate of the Desert." Next, we will go to Dades Valley. We will pass through Skoura and Mgouna Valley, which is also called the Valley of Roses. We will see several Berber villages along the way. We will spend the night in Dades.
Accommodation:
We will leave Dades Valley in the morning and head to Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most stunning canyons. You’ll have time to walk through the canyon, listen to the river, and enjoy the views. After Todra Gorge, we’ll continue our journey to the desert. Along the way, you’ll see amazing landscapes, Berber villages, and oases.
We’ll pass through Erfoud, a small town famous for its fossil factories, where they create beautiful fossil art. From there, we’ll head to Merzouga, passing through the Saharan Oasis of Rissani. Depending on when we arrive, you may have time to relax. Or, we might start the camel trek right away. We will spend the night in a Berber camp in the desert.
The camel trek usually begins between 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM in the summer. In winter, it starts between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM. After about an hour in the dunes, you’ll reach the desert camp. There, you can enjoy the beautiful Sahara dunes and watch the sunset. You’ll be served mint tea, followed by a local dinner in the restaurant tent. After dinner, you can listen to Berber music played by locals around the campfire.
Don’t forget to take a walk in the dunes and look up at the sky to see countless stars. Please note that the campfire is only available during cold months (at night) and when there’s no wind.
ACCOMMODATION:
On the last day of our 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fes, we will wake you up early. This way, you can enjoy the beautiful sunrise if you want. After breakfast and a shower, you will take a morning camel ride back to Merzouga. There, you will meet your driver/guide and begin the journey to Fes.
Along the way, we will pass through Errachidia, the largest administrative city in the desert region. We will then stop to enjoy a panoramic view of the stunning Ziz Valley. After that, we will head to the city of Midelt, known for its apples, where you can have lunch. Alternatively, we can stop a bit further in the small village of Zaida for lunch.
As we continue to Fes, we will drive through the Cedar Forest of Azrou, home to wild monkeys. This is a great chance to take photos of Morocco’s natural beauty and even feed the monkeys. However, please remember they are wild animals and may not always be there.
Next, we will go to Ifrane, known as the "Moroccan Switzerland." We will arrive in Fes between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM. The exact arrival time depends on how long we stop along the way and when we leave in the morning.
The 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to fes offers two accommodation choices:
Standard: Hotel Kasbah Didis (or similar) in Dades Valley and Mouhou Standard Camp in the desert.
Superior: Hotel Ksar Sultan (or similar) and Mouhou Luxury Desert Camp.
You can pick either option based on your preference.
During the summer months, from June to mid-September, the weather is very hot. Daytime temperatures can reach about 45°C. At night, temperatures remain warm at around 30°C.
Winter lasts from November to March. During this time, daytime temperatures average about 26°C. However, nights can get very cold, dropping to around 0°C.
For the rest of the year, the weather is milder. Temperatures stay stable, between 24°C and 30°C, day and night. It’s important to pack accordingly to stay comfortable in these varying conditions.
The tour begins with a 6-hour drive from Marrakech to Dades Valley, where you’ll spend the first night. On the second day, the journey continues for approximately 5 hours from Dades to the Merzouga Desert. The final day involves traveling from Merzouga to Fes, which takes about 7 to 8 hours, depending on the stops along the way.
The tour starts at approximately 8:00 am, with pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. If you require pick-up from a specific location, such as the airport, bus station, or train station, please let us know in advance.
This is a private tour, meaning only you (or your group) and the driver/guide will be included. We also have a shared 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes. This is great if you want a more social experience.
Here is a list of 2 alternative tours similar to the 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour:
4-Day Sahara Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
4-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes via Sahara
