Experience the best of Morocco on one of the most unforgettable Marrakech to Fes Desert Tours 3 Days. This journey takes you from the vibrant streets of Marrakech across the majestic High Atlas Mountains, through the ancient Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the stunning Dades Valley, and the dramatic Todra Gorges before reaching the golden dunes of Merzouga.
Enjoy a camel trek at sunset, spend a magical night in a traditional Sahara desert camp, and admire breathtaking desert landscapes under a sky full of stars. Continue through the scenic Ziz Valley, cedar forests, and Ifrane before arriving in Fes. This 3 day tour from Marrakech to Fes combines culture, history, adventure, and spectacular scenery into one unforgettable Moroccan experience.
The Marrakech to Fes Desert Tours 3 Days offers an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes, combining scenic mountain roads, historic villages, lush valleys, and the breathtaking Sahara Desert. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with regular stops to relax, take photos, and enjoy the changing scenery along the way.
Experience a peaceful camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi before spending the night in a comfortable desert camp, where you’ll enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine, Berber hospitality, and a star-filled desert sky. Wake up to a beautiful Sahara sunrise before continuing through the spectacular Todra Gorge, the historic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, and the winding roads of the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Fes. With experienced local drivers and a well-planned itinerary, this Marrakech to Fes Desert Tours 3 Days delivers an authentic and memorable travel experience.
7 Hours Drive
314 km / 195 Miles
Your Marrakech to Fes Desert Tours 3 Days begins with an early pick-up from the airport or your accommodation in Marrakech. We’ll drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, stopping for panoramic views of the amazing landscapes.
Next, we’ll visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Kasbah has been featured in many movies, such as Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, as well as the TV series Game of Thrones.
Then, we’ll head to Ouarzazate, known as “The Gate of the Desert,” where you’ll have free time for lunch. Afterward, we’ll visit the Rose Valley, passing through the large palm grove of Skoura. Finally, we’ll drive to Boumalne Dades, where we’ll spend the night; dinner is included tonight, completing the first day of your 3 day tour from Marrakech to Fes.
4 Hours Drive
254 km / 157 Miles
Continue your Marrakech to Fes Desert Tours 3 Days after breakfast as we drive through the Dades Valley and stop at a viewpoint to enjoy the stunning landscape of the Dades Gorges. Then we continue to the Todra Gorges, where the Todra River has carved out a Grand Canyon with high limestone red cliffs. You can wander through the gorges and take in the beautiful scenery.
Next, we drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, with free time for lunch along the way.
In the afternoon, we reach the Sahara Desert of Merzouga during your unforgettable desert trip from Marrakech to Fes. Here, you’ll switch to camels and cross the sandy desert, stopping to enjoy the magical sunset on top of a high dune. Then we continue to the desert luxury camp, where you can enjoy Berber drum music and dance around the campfire under a vast sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the camp.
8 Hours Drive
516 km / 320 Miles
On the final day of your Marrakech to Fes Desert Tours 3 Days, wake up early to watch the beautiful sunrise in the desert. After breakfast, you can return to Merzouga by camel or Toyota SUV, where your tour guide will be waiting.
We then leave the desert and visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, which is still a major trading center with a lively souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. After exploring the souk, we continue to Erfoud to visit a fossilized marble workshop.
Next, we drive along the Ziz River and stop for a panoramic view of the Ziz Valley. After lunch in Midelt, we continue to the cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques, where you can feed them while exploring the forest.
Finally, we visit Ifrane, known for its cool climate, snow, and alpine-style houses, earning it the nickname “the Switzerland of Morocco.” The tour concludes with drop-off at the airport or your accommodation in Fes, ending your memorable Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Trip.
