3 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech

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

Start your adventure early with a private transfer from your accommodation in Fes.

Head south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping at Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland” for its alpine charm.

Continue to the cedar forests of Azrou, where you might see wild Barbary macaques.

After lunch in Midelt, drive through the lush Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and scenic views.

Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon. Prepare for a camel trek at sunset across the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes.

Spend the night in a traditional Sahara desert camp, enjoying a Moroccan dinner and Berber music under the stars.

Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration – Khamlia Village – Nomads – Rissani

Wake early to watch the sunrise over the golden dunes.

After breakfast, embark on a 4×4 desert tour visiting Khamlia Village, where you will experience traditional Gnaoua music.

Meet local nomadic families and explore fossil-rich areas and desert oases.

Visit Rissani, a historic town and former capital of the Tafilalet region.

Return to Merzouga for dinner and overnight in a hotel or riad.

Day 3: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Depart early and journey west through the scenic Todra Gorges, known for their towering red cliffs.

Continue through the breathtaking Dades Valley, passing ancient kasbahs and dramatic rock formations.

Stop in Ouarzazate, the “Gateway to the Desert,” and explore the famous Kasbah Taourirt.

Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to arrive in Marrakech by evening.

Your tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or riad, filled with memories of Morocco’s diverse landscapes.

What’s Included

• Private air-conditioned transport with an experienced driver

• Camel trek in the Sahara at sunset

• One night in a desert camp and one night in Merzouga hotel/riad

• Breakfasts and dinners during the tour

• Hotel/riad pickup and drop-off in Fes and Marrakech

Tour Highlights

• Traverse the Middle and High Atlas Mountains

• Explore the Sahara Desert and Erg Chebbi dunes

• Discover traditional Berber villages and music in Khamlia

• Visit the stunning Todra Gorges and Dades Valley

• Experience ancient kasbahs and the film studios of Ouarzazate

Book your 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech today and experience the best of Morocco’s desert landscapes and cultural treasures!