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3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech

Fes to Marrakech 3 days Desert tour

Fes to Marrakech 3 days Tour Overview

3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech :captivating 3 days fes to marrakech desert tour , traversing Morocco’s diverse landscapes—from the cool cedar forests of the Middle Atlas to the golden dunes of the Sahara and the cinematic kasbahs of the south.

Price Includes

  • Pick-up from your hotel, riad, the airport, or any location of your choice
  • Private transportation in a 4×4 vehicle or minibus with air conditioning
  • Driver/guide
  • Private tour
  • Drop off at your hotel in Marrakech

Price Excludes

  • Flights or airline tickets
  • Entrance tickets to palaces, museums and other attractions along the route
  • Tips

Highlights of the Fes to Marrakech 3 days desert tour:

  • Driving through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains
  • Watching Barbary apes in the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas
  • Enjoying a camel trek across the Sahara Desert
  • Seeing both sunset and sunrise over the Erg Chebbi sand dunes
  • Spending an unforgettable night in a luxury desert camp
  • Walking beneath the towering cliffs of Todra Gorge in Tinghir
  • Visiting the UNESCO-listed ksar of Ait Ben Haddou
  • Crossing the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka pass with stunning panoramic views

Why choose a private Fes to Marrakech desert tour?

A private Fes to Marrakech desert tour with Morocco Itinerary Days gives you a relaxed, memorable way to cross Morocco. You’ll ride in a private vehicle with your own driver-guide, who stays with you from Fes to Marrakech and shares local stories, culture, and tips along the way.

This 3 day trip from fes to marrakech is made for travelers who want a real local feel without rushing. Our 3 days tour fes to marrakech can be adjusted to match your interests, needs, and budget, so the trip fits your style.

You also get to choose the accommodations you prefer, so your nights feel just right. Take a look at the sample itinerary below to see what your desert trip can include.

3 days Fes to Marrakech itinerary

Authentic fes to marrakech desert trip

Check out the itinerary below for our 3 day trip from fes to marrakech. It’s a quick look at how the 3 days tour fes to marrakech usually goes, day by day. If you’d like to adjust the plan or add more days, send us a message using the contact form below.

DAY 1:Fes to Merzouga Desert via Ifrane and Ziz Valley

Your 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech starts after breakfast with a pickup from your hotel or riad in Fes. You leave the city and head toward the Sahara, with a first stop in Ifrane, often called Morocco’s “Switzerland” for its European-style houses and cool mountain air.

The road continues through the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you stop in the cedar forests to watch Barbary macaques in their natural habitat. These native monkeys are a highlight for many travelers. Lunch is served at a local restaurant along the route, and the timing stays flexible to match your pace.

As you approach Merzouga, the scenery changes and you pass through the green Ziz Valley, known for its long palm groves and traditional villages. In the late afternoon you reach Merzouga, where your camel caravan waits.

You ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunes toward a luxury desert camp. On the way, you pause on a high dune to watch the sunset over the sand. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the camp, listen to traditional drumming around the fire, hear local stories, and take in a clear sky full of stars.

  • Distance: about 500 km

  • Driving time: around 7 hours 30 minutes

DAY 2:Merzouga to Dades Valley via Rissani and Todra Gorge

Wake up early to see the sunrise over the dunes, a highlight of any Sahara trip. After breakfast at the camp, you can return to Merzouga by camel or by 4×4, depending on your preference.

You then travel toward Boumalne Dades, passing through Rissani, Erfoud, and the Todra Gorge. If your travel dates fall on Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, you can visit the busy Rissani market, where locals shop and trade goods. It is a great place to get a feel for daily life in the region.

Next, continue to the Todra Gorge near Tinghir. Walk along the river at the base of the tall cliffs and enjoy the cool air between the high rock walls.

In the afternoon, drive through the Dades Valley. Stop at a viewpoint to see the unusual rock formations often called the “monkey fingers” for their shape. You spend the night in a comfortable hotel in the Dades Valley.

  • Distance: about 310 km

  • Driving time: around 5 hours

DAY 3: Dades Valley to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou and High Atlas Mountains

After breakfast, leave the Dades Valley and travel toward Ait Ben Haddou. Along the way, you pass through the Valley of Roses and continue through Ouarzazate, crossing several scenic Berber villages set against the mountains.

In Ouarzazate, you can visit Atlas Studios, where many well known movies were filmed, or simply stop outside for photos before moving on.

You then arrive at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its ancient mud brick kasbah and its role in films like Gladiator and series like Game of Thrones. After exploring the ksar and having lunch, you continue your drive across the High Atlas Mountains.

The road climbs to the Tizi n’Tichka pass at 2,260 meters, with sweeping views of valleys and peaks. After crossing the pass, you descend toward Marrakech.

You reach Marrakech in the late afternoon, where your driver drops you off at your hotel or riad, marking the end of your 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech.

  • Distance: about 353 km

  • Driving time: around 6 hours 30 minutes

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Accommodations

On this 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, your stay is already covered for both nights, in the peaceful Merzouga desert and the scenic Dades Valley.

We do not work with basic desert camps that use shared bathrooms, since they often fall short on comfort and quality. Our focus is to give you a high-end desert experience, so we only use luxury desert camps. You will stay in a private tent with your own bathroom and shower, which adds comfort and privacy to your desert stay.

During the booking process, please let us know which type of accommodation you prefer for the whole trip. To make your choice easier, we offer three different options for you to pick from.

options night 1 night 2  
first option ideal desert camp Riad Gabsi dades  
       
second option Dihiya desert camp Riad paradise dades  
       
third option desert luxury camp Eden Boutique Hotel  

Know Before You Go

When you book, please let us know about any dietary needs, such as vegetarian or vegan meals.

At lunchtime, your guide will choose clean, well reviewed restaurants that focus on fresh, quality food, so you stay comfortable and healthy during the trip. If you already have a restaurant in mind, just tell your guide, and they’ll happily work it into the plan.

The standard itinerary includes one night in the Merzouga desert. If you’d like more time in the dunes, our 4 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour gives you a longer and deeper desert experience.

If you prefer to end your journey in Fes, you can select our 3 days Fes desert tour instead of the classic 3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech 3 days option.

If a 3-day desert tour feels too long for your schedule, you can still visit the desert in 2 days with our 2 days Fes desert tour. Just keep in mind that the 2 day route includes a lot of driving in a short time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Distance from Fes to Merzouga desert ?

The drive from Fes to the Merzouga desert covers about 500 km (311 miles). It usually takes around 7 hours 30 minutes by road.

Vehicles for the Fes to Marrakech desert tour 3 days ?

We match the vehicle to your group size. Options include:

  • Toyota Prado Land Cruiser TX

  • Ford 8-seater van

  • Hyundai H1

  • Mercedes Benz Sprinter minibus for groups of 8 to 17 people

Other comfortable, well-equipped vehicles are also available for a smooth ride.

How to pay for the tour ?

Booking is simple. To confirm your 3 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech spot, pay a small deposit by PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise. Pay the remaining balance in cash on the first day, directly to your driver or guide. We accept euros, US dollars, or the equivalent in Moroccan dirhams.

Extra activities in the Sahara desert ?

Add more fun to your desert stay with optional activities. Try ATV quad biking, dune buggy rides, horseback riding on the sands, or a hands-on traditional cooking class with locals. The desert offers plenty of ways to make your trip unique.

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