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4 Days Desert Tours From Marrakech To Fes

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Overview

The 4-day from Marrakech to Fes desert tour is a great choice for anyone who wants to visit Morocco and enjoy a short holiday. This tour offers a complete itinerary to explore Morocco’s beautiful landscapes, including the imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes. You will travel through the stunning Atlas Mountains and experience the magical Sahara Desert. One of the highlights of the trip is a camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes, where you can admire the breathtaking sunrise and sunset.

During this 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will visit traditional Berber villages, valleys, palm groves, and ancient Kasbahs. The journey takes you through the High Atlas Mountains and the Middle Atlas Mountains, offering amazing scenery along the way. You will also explore Merzouga village and its impressive Sahara dunes, making unforgettable memories in the desert.

At Marrakech Expeditions, we offer 4 days desert tours from Marrakech to Fes with different options, including standard, luxury, and private tours. We also provide shared group tours, where travelers share the transportation but still enjoy a comfortable and well-organized trip.

  • 2 Days
  • Pickup: Marrakech
  • End: Fes

Highlights

  • Travel through the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’Tichka Pass
  • Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site)
  • Explore Ouarzazate and the Rose Valley
  • Discover the stunning Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
  • Ride camels in the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga
  • Enjoy a magical sunset and sunrise in the Sahara
  • Spend a night in a desert camp under the stars
  • Pass through Ziz Valley, Midelt, and the Middle Atlas
  • Stop in Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco"
  • End the tour in Fes, Morocco’s cultural capital

Itinerary

Day 1Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Benhaddou – Boumalne Dades

Your 4 days from Marrakech to Fes desert tour starts in the early morning as we leave Marrakech and drive through the High Atlas Mountains. We will cross the Tizi N’Tichka Pass (2260m), enjoying stunning mountain views. Our first stop is at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site made of clay and stone. This famous kasbah has been used as a backdrop for many movies.

After exploring Ait Benhaddou, we will have lunch at a local Berber restaurant before continuing our journey to Dades Valley. On the way, we will pass through Ouarzazate, where we stop near the Atlas Studios for photos, and then visit the historic Taourirt Kasbah. Next, we continue to Skoura Palm Grove and the Rose Valley before reaching Boumalne Dades, where we will spend the first night in a hotel or riad.

Day 2Day 2: Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Sahara Desert

After breakfast, we continue our 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, heading towards Todra Gorges. Along the way, we will stop for beautiful views of the Todra Valley and palm groves. At Todra Gorges, you will have time to walk through the impressive canyon with its tall rock walls.

We then drive to Tinjdad for lunch before continuing to Erfoud, a town famous for its fossil workshops. From there, we head to the Merzouga Desert. Upon arrival, we meet our camel guide and start an amazing camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes. You will enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the golden sand dunes before arriving at the desert camp. Spend the night in a traditional Berber tent, enjoy a delicious dinner, and experience Berber music around the campfire under the stars.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert Tour – Nomad Families – Gnaoua Music

After breakfast, we start an exciting desert tour around Merzouga. Our first stop is at Khamlia village, home to the Gnaoua people, originally from Sudan. Here, you will enjoy their traditional music and have a cup of mint tea.

Next, we visit Mfis Oasis, a small village near old mines where many locals work. We also stop at Merdane village, where you can meet Berber families and learn about their lifestyle. After exploring the desert, we return to Merzouga for lunch and check into the hotel or riad for the night. Dinner and breakfast are included.

Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes

On the last day of our 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, we wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, we leave the desert and drive to Erfoud, where we visit a fossil workshop.

We continue through the Ziz Valley, stopping for a panoramic view of the palm-filled valley. Then, we drive to Midelt, known as the apple capital, where we have free time for lunch.

After lunch, we visit the cedar forest of Azrou, where you can see and take pictures of Barbary macaques (monkeys). Then, we head to Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” because of its European-style architecture and clean streets. Here, you can take a walk and see the famous Atlas Lion statue.

Finally, we drive to Fes, where we drop you off at your accommodation or the airport, marking the end of your 4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.

Price Includes

  • Private air-conditioned 4×4 or deluxe van
  • Pick up/drop off at your accommodations
  • Experience English speaking driver guide
  • 1 night in Dades Valley (dinner and brekfast included)
  • 1 night in a luxury desert camp (dinner and breakfast included)
  • Camel ride (one camel per person)
  • Sandboard available in the camp
  • 1 night in a hotel in Merzouga area (dinner and breakfast included)
  • Visit all interesting attractions along the road
  • Free time for luches and discovering
  • Flexible stops

Price Excludes

  • Drinks and Lunches
  • Any extra personal expenses or activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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Good to know

  • When you make your reservation, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions, such as being vegetarian or vegan. We will accommodate your meal preferences accordingly.
  • From the start of your journey to its conclusion, your driver guide will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodations, so you can relax without worrying about managing your luggage.
  • For lunches during the trip, your guide will suggest restaurants known for their fresh and safe food to ensure your well-being. However, if you have a specific restaurant in mind, feel free to let your guide know—they will be happy to take you there.
  • For those seeking an exciting experience, we offer optional activities like quad biking and buggy driving in the stunning Erg Chebbi Dunes. If you’re interested in these adventures, please let your guide know, and they will arrange everything to ensure you have a fun and memorable time.

Accommodations

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.

  • Standard 3*
  • Luxury 4*
  • Deluxe 5*

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.

Price

The price of this 4 days Marrakech to Fes 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.

Reviews & Testimonial
  • We did a super 8 days tour with Marrakech Expeditions from Casablanca to Marrakech via Fes, desert, Chefchaouen, Atlas Mountains, it was a life time trip with our guide Hamid, who was excellent provided informatin about his beautiful country and provide as with the best services, including hotels, desert camp and camel riding in the desert. I highly recommed Hamid and Marrakech Expeditions from your Moroccan tour. Thank you Hamid for all.

    yency h
    Best Tour with Hamid in Morocco
  • 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.

    Rozie
    The best travel experience ever!
  • 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

    Triana Dita L
    Marocco trip
FAQ

How long is the camel ride in the desert?

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.

What should I pack for this 4 days Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga desert tour?

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.

Can I ride the camel if I have back or knee problems?

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.

Will there be vegetarian or special meal options?

Yes, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options are available. Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking.

What type of accommodation is provided?

  • 1st night: Hotel or riad in Dades Valley
  • 2nd night: Traditional desert camp in Merzouga (standard or luxury)
  • 3rd night:  hotel in Merzouga Area

What is the best time to take this tour?

The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is not too hot or too cold.

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