Join on an unforgettable 3 days desert tour Fes to Marrakech and discover the magic of the Sahara Desert. This journey offers a chance to meet locals, experience the desert’s beauty, and enjoy an authentic adventure.
During your Fes desert tour, you will ride a camel across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes and spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp under the starry sky. Enjoy the peaceful silence of the Merzouga Desert, far away from the busy world.
Besides the camel trekking, the breathtaking sunset and sunrise over the dunes, and the night in the desert, this 3-day Sahara desert tour from Fes will take you through incredible landscapes. You will travel across the Middle Atlas Mountains on your way to Merzouga, stopping in a cedar forest near Azrou, where you might spot Barbary macaques, one of the oldest monkey species.
On the second day, explore the stunning Todra Canyon, where high rock cliffs create a beautiful natural sight. Later, visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO-listed fortress known for its ancient architecture and as a filming location for many movies.
Your adventure continues as you cross the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying breathtaking views along the way. By the end of this 3 dayS desert tour Fes to Marrakech, you will arrive in Marrakech, where your incredible journey comes to an end.
Your desert tour from Fes to Marrakech starts in the morning with a pick-up from your hotel or riad. First, we drive to Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” because of its cool weather and European-style buildings.
After that, we pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains and stop in a cedar forest to see the friendly Barbary apes. Then, we head to the beautiful Ziz Valley, full of green palm trees. Here, we take a break to enjoy a wonderful panoramic view.
In the afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga, where your exciting camel trekking begins. You’ll ride a camel through the golden Erg Chebbi dunes and stop on a high dune to watch the amazing sunset.
At the luxury desert camp, you’ll get a warm welcome, enjoy a delicious dinner, and listen to live Berber music around the fire. At night, relax under the stars and sleep in your private desert tent.
Wake up early to see a peaceful sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 vehicle.
We then head toward Rissani, known for its traditional market. If your tour falls on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, you can explore the local souk, where people from nearby villages come to trade goods.
Our next stop is Todra Gorge in Tinghir, a stunning canyon with tall rock walls. Walk along the Todra River and enjoy the fresh air before continuing to Dades Valley. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive to see the unique rock formations known as the “monkey fingers”. Spend the night in a comfortable hotel in Dades Valley.
After breakfast, we continue our Fes to Marrakech desert tour through the Valley of Roses and Ouarzazate. Here, you can choose to visit Atlas Film Studios, where many famous movies were filmed.
A short drive takes us to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient village has been used in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Walk around its narrow streets and learn about its history before enjoying lunch.
In the afternoon, we cross the High Atlas Mountains, driving through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m). Enjoy breathtaking views of Berber villages and mountain landscapes before reaching Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Your 3-day Sahara Desert Tour from Fes ends with drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech.
We offer three accommodation options to suit every traveler’s preference. Our accommodations are cozy and clean and provide essential amenities for a comfortable experience. No matter which option you choose, all our accommodations are carefully selected for their quality, cleanliness, and comfort, ensuring a pleasant stay that meets different needs and budgets. Our accommodations are divided into three categories.
We allow the possibility for our guests to mix and match between the categories, for instance, choosing standard for the first night and choosing luxury or deuxe for the second night, or vice versa.
The price of this 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert tour depends on the number of participants, the type of accommodations, and the season of travel. We invite you to reach out to us by filling out a contact form or sending us a message on WhatsApp. Our expert team shall answer you, providing the best price as possible.
Morocco was one of the most beautiful countries that I visited in my life … My friends and I were there for 3 days from Fez to Marrakech, passing by a group of beautiful and amazing regions like the Sahara and Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou with our wonderful guide Hassan. Thank you all for this wonderful trip.
Qw did the 10 day trip with Hamid, everything about this trip was amazing, every city we visited had something different. Who knew that Morocco was such a diverse country. Hamid our guide was so accommodating and always put our needs first. He gave us tips that were so useful. I cannot recommend him enough, we will definitely be back and use Hamid from culture desert tours again. The whole trip was organised to perfection, thank you so much Hamid.
I went to morocco with my friend, we booked 10 days trip from marrakech to fes by a range of wonderful places , chefchaouen , Tangier , Rabat , Meknes , Fes, essaouira, the sahara desert… we visited all this places with our guide Hamid , he is a good guide all the time with us , if you are going to morocco do not hesitate you will enjoy all time , good people different culture , beautiful places … i recommend
The camel ride to the desert camp takes about 1 hour each way. If you prefer, you can take a 4×4 instead of riding a camel.
You should bring comfortable clothing, walking shoes, warm clothes for the night, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a small backpack for personal items, and a camera or phone to capture the beautiful desert scenery.
If you have back or knee issues, you can skip the camel trek and take a 4×4 vehicle to the desert camp instead. Let us know in advance, and we will arrange a comfortable transfer for you.
Yes, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options are available. Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking.
The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is not too hot or too cold.
Yes, we include photo stops at stunning places like Ziz Valley, Todgha Gorges, and Tizi n’Tichka Pass so you can capture Morocco’s natural beauty.
Yes, we stop at beautiful spots like Ziz Valley, Todgha Gorges, and Tizi n’Tichka Pass so you can enjoy the views and take great photos.
We focus on your comfort with reliable transport options like the Toyota Prado Land Cruiser TX and Mercedes Sprinter for groups of 8 or more, along with other cozy choices.