3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech
Private 3-day tour from Fes to Marrakech via the desert: camels, a night in desert tents, kasbahs and Sahara landscapes.
About this tour
Live an unforgettable experience crossing the Middle Atlas, the Ziz Valley and the Sahara Desert. A perfect tour to discover Morocco in just a few days, combining nature, Berber culture and unique landscapes.
Day-by-day itinerary
DAY 1Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Ziz Valley → Merzouga (night in the desert)
Departure from Fes at the agreed time. Drive through Ifrane, known as the “Moroccan Switzerland”, to the Azrou cedar forests, home to wild monkeys. Lunch in Midelt, then on through the Middle Atlas via Rich to Erfoud, where the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet begins. Arrival in Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Camel ride of about 1 hour 30 minutes while enjoying the spectacular sunset over the dunes. Typical Berber dinner, traditional music under the stars and a night in nomad tents in the heart of the Sahara.
DAY 2Merzouga → Rissani → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Ouarzazate
Desert sunrise (optional). After breakfast, camel ride back to Merzouga and drive to Ouarzazate. Visit Rissani and continue through Berber villages to the impressive Todra Gorge. Continue through the Dades Valley, the Valley of Roses and the Skoura palm grove, enjoying spectacular southern landscapes. Arrival in Ouarzazate in the evening. Dinner and night at a hotel.
DAY 3Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech
After breakfast, visit the film studios and the famous Aït Ben Haddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for movies such as Gladiator. Continue across the High Atlas over the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass (2,260 m), the highest in Morocco, with stunning views of valleys and Berber villages. Arrival in Marrakech in the late afternoon or evening. End of our services.
What’s included
Included
- Comfortable 4x4 or minibus transport
- Driver in your language
- Fuel
- Camel trek
- Night in desert tents with dinner and breakfast
- Hotels on half board (breakfast and dinner)
Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips
- Flights
Accommodation
During the trip you stay in selected riads and hotels and, in the Merzouga desert, at a desert camp. You can choose standard, boutique or luxury accommodation; we name the exact places in your proposal.
Price
This tour costs from €410 per person, based on 2 travellers in standard accommodation. For larger groups the price per person goes down; in high season or with luxury accommodation it goes up. We send you the exact price for your dates within 24 hours.
What to bring
- Comfortable layers and something warm: desert nights are cool even in summer.
- Comfortable shoes for walking in medinas and on the dunes.
- Sunglasses, a cap or scarf and sunscreen.
- A small backpack for the night at the camp.
- Some cash in dirhams for meals, drinks and tips.
How to book
- Message us on WhatsApp or by email with your dates and number of travellers.
- Within 24 hours you receive your itinerary and final price, with no obligation.
- We adjust whatever you like and you confirm the booking.
Why travel with Turismo a Marruecos
Just you and your group, no crowded coaches.
A driver-guide who speaks your language.
Flexible routes adapted to your interests.
Personalised quote in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is the tour private?
Yes. It is a private trip just for you and your companions, with your own driver and at your own pace.
Can it be customised?
Yes. We adapt the number of days, the starting city, the accommodation and the visits to what you need.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp or email info@marruecosprivado.com with your dates and number of travellers. We will send you a tailor-made proposal within 24 hours, with no obligation.
How much does this tour cost?
From €410 per person for 2 travellers in standard accommodation. The final price depends on the number of travellers, the season and the accommodation you choose.
Can children come?
Yes. Because the trip is private, we adapt the pace, stops and accommodation to families with children.
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Message us today and we will plan your tailor-made trip within 24 hours, free and with no obligation.