Experience the ultimate Sahara journey with our 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour via Merzouga. This private tour is one of the most popular Morocco itineraries, combining breathtaking landscapes, ancient kasbahs, dramatic gorges, authentic Berber villages, and unforgettable moments in the Sahara Desert.
During this Morocco tour of 3 days from Marrakech to Fes, you will cross the Atlas Mountains, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, ride camels into the heart of the desert, and witness magical sunset and sunrise moments over the golden dunes of Merzouga.
Your 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour begins with an early pickup from your accommodation or the airport in Marrakech. We drive through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, crossing the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with several stops to admire panoramic views and capture photos of the stunning landscapes.
We then visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a fortified village listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This historic kasbah has served as a filming location for international movies such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, as well as TV series including Game of Thrones.
Continuing toward Ouarzazate, known as “The Gate of the Desert”, you will have free time for lunch. Afterward, we travel through the palm groves of Skoura and the beautiful Rose Valley. By late afternoon, we arrive in Boumalne Dades, where you will spend the night in a charming riad.
After breakfast, we explore the Dades Valley, stopping at scenic viewpoints overlooking the impressive Dades Gorges. We then continue to the dramatic Todra Gorges, where the Todra River has carved a spectacular canyon with towering red cliffs. Enjoy free time to walk through the gorges and appreciate the natural beauty.
We proceed through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, with a lunch stop along the way. In the afternoon, we reach the magnificent Merzouga Sahara Desert.
Here, you will switch to camels and begin an unforgettable camel trekking experience across the dunes. A stop will be made on a high dune to admire the magical Sahara sunset. Continue to your luxury desert camp, where you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber drum music, and dancing around the campfire under a vast sky full of stars. Overnight in the camp.
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting.
We then depart to Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet and an important trading center. Visit its traditional souk, which is especially lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Continue to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops, where you will visit a local fossilized marble workshop.
Our journey continues along the Ziz River, with a panoramic stop overlooking the lush Ziz Valley. Enjoy free time for lunch in Midelt.
In the afternoon, we visit the Cedar Forest, home to the Barbary macaques. Then continue to Ifrane, famous for its alpine-style architecture, cool climate, and winter snow, earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco”.
Finally, we drop you off at your accommodation or the airport in Fes. End of the 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour via Merzouga.
This tour ends in Fes. If you wish to return to Marrakech, you may consider our 3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour.
The itinerary is also available in reverse: Fes to Marrakech 3 Days Desert Tour.
Please note that this private 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour is a suggested itinerary. If it does not fully match your expectations, feel free to contact us. We offer customized and tailor-made Morocco tours based on your preferences and travel duration.
Tour prices vary depending on the number of travelers and the quality of accommodation. Since transportation costs are fixed, the more people join the tour, the lower the price per person. Contact us to receive an exact and personalized quotation.
