Marrakech to Fes

3 Days, 2 Nights

Explore Morocco on an Unforgettable 3 Day Tour from Marrakech.

Overview

Take a tour from Marrakech to the desert! Our 3 day tour will take you through Morocco’s stunning landscapes, giving you a chance to explore the majestic beauty of the desert. You will have the opportunity to take a camel ride, admire the night sky, and enjoy a traditional dinner in the desert. This tour is the perfect way to experience the beauty of Morocco’s deserts.

Cherratine Madrasa in Fes

Highlights & Options

Visit Kasbah Ait-Ben-Haddou - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Travel through the Ziz Valley
Experience the grandeur of the Atlas Mountains
Marvel at the gorges of Dades Valley
Overnight in a Desert Camp
Ride a Camel in the Erg Chebbi Dunes
Visit the small town of Tinghir

Please notify us of any options or add-ons you would like to be included in your experience on the booking form.

*Included in Royal Booking Option

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Itinerary

Start: Marrakech

Pick up at or near your Riad/hotel.

End: Fes

Drop off at or near your Riad/hotel.

Discover Erg Chebbi

From the bustling city of Marrakech to the rolling dunes of Merzouga Desert, Morocco is a country full of natural beauty and cultural wonders. If you are planning to visit Morocco, then this three-day itinerary is perfect for you! In just three days you can explore some of Morocco’s most stunning attractions—Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou in the High Atlas Mountains, Dades Valley, and Erg Chebbi Sand Dunes in Merzouga Desert. Read on for more details about this exciting journey!

Marrakech – Ait ben haddou – Dades Gorges

Driving Time: 5 hours 55 minutes

On day one of your excursion from Marrakech, you will make your way towards Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou located in the High Atlas Mountains. This historical kasbah was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and is both architecturally impressive and culturally significant. After lunch near the kasbah and discovering the Berber villages located throughout Dades Valley, you will continue your journey to Dades Gorges for dinner before spending the night here.

Boumalne Dades – Tinghir – Merzouga Desert

Driving Time: 4 hours 40 minutes

On day two you will begin with a breakfast before heading towards Tinghir on your way to Merzouga Desert. We will be sure to take time along the way to stop at Todra Gorges for lunch and, if you are interested, explore Erfoud—famous for its fossils! You'll eventually reach Merzouga Desert where you can enjoy an unforgettable camel ride experience across Erg Chebbi dunes. Here you can witness a stunning sunset before settling into nomadic tents around a campfire dinner under starry skies.

Merzouga Desert – Ziz Valley – Ifrane – Fes

Driving Time: 7 hours 5 minutes

The last day of your excursion begins with breakfast before beginning your return journey to Merzouga by camelback. Pass through Rissani and Erfoud toward Errachidia before continuing on Ziz Valley up till Midelt where you can enjoy a delicious lunch amidst cedar forest scenery. From here, take your time driving through Ifrane National Park before winding through Middle Atlas Mountains up until reaching Fes.

Experience all that Morocco has to offer with this three-day itinerary! Explore Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou in the High Atlas Mountains, discover Berber villages in Dades Valley, be mesmerized by Erg Chebbi sand dunes in Merzouga Desert, and so much more! So what are you waiting for? Pack your bags and get ready for an adventure unlike any other! With this itinerary, it will be easy to create lasting memories that will stay with you long after returning home from this incredible journey.

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Inclusions

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Luxury from

€219

/person

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Our Accommodations

Basic: Maison Isabel, Dades Gorge

Basic: Auberge Oued Dades, Dades Gorge

Deluxe: La Perle Du Dades, Dades Gorge

Premier: Eden Boutique Hotel, Dades Gorge

Basic: Miguirne Chez Ali, Dades Gorge

Classic: Kasbah Didis, Dades Gorge

Basic: Hotel Babylon Dades, Dades Gorge

Basic: Auberge Chez Momo II, Dades Gorge

Premier: Chez Ichou, Dades Gorge

Classic: Hotel Panorama Dades, Dades Gorge

These are a few of the accommodations we partner with to provide you with the best experience possible on you 3 Days, 2 Nights excursion from Marrakech to Fes. The final accommodations booked for your excursion with depend on a number of factors including: which package you choose (Standard, Luxury, Royal or Eco), the time of your travel, availability at the locations at the time of your booking, the number of people in your party. If the locations in this list are not available, you will receive accommodations of equal or greater experience.

Image Gallery

Bridge to Ksar Ait Ben Haddou

Traditional Building in Ounila Valley

Ounila Valley

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Tea in Ait Ben Haddou

Window View in Kasbah Telouet

4×4 in Erg Chebbi

Ait Ben Haddou from the River Bed

Winding Road in the Atlas Mountains

Ounila Valley

Entryway of Kasbah Telouet

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Mineral Shop at Tizi N’Tichka

Window in Telouet

Atlas Mountains with Snow

Donkeys in Merzouga Desert

Shops at Tizi N’Tichka

Ounila Valley

Staircase in Kasbah Telouet

Ait Ben Haddou

Luxury Desert Camp at Night

Looking out over the Atlas Mountains

Ounila Valley

Looking Out over the Ounila Valley

Entry Square in Kasbah Telouet

View from Inside Telouet

Asif Ounila

Cafe in the Atlas Mountains

Ait Ben Haddou

Berber Village in the Atlas Mountains

Camel Ride in Erg Chebbi

Inside Ait Ben Haddou

Road into the Atlas Mountains

Erg Chebbi Dunes at Sunrise

Why Travel with Discover Sahara Tours?

Our People

Looking for a truly unique and immersive tour experience? Meet our exceptional full-time local drivers and guides, who don't just show you around - they become your well-connected friend. Accompanying you on each day of the tour, they share their lifelong connections to the region, offering fascinating anecdotes about its history and culture. With their insider knowledge and friendly personalities, you'll feel like a local in no time.

Custom Experience

Experience adventure like never before with our private tours! We are passionate about creating a customized travel experience that is tailored to your preferences. Imagine immersing yourself in the daily life of a nomadic family in the desert or cruising through the Sahara on a quad bike. We'll work with you to build an itinerary that meets your every desire, making sure that your journey is nothing short of amazing.

Local Cuisine

Experience the flavors, stories, and warmth of a place through its cuisine - that's our promise to you. Whether it's a cozy family-owned restaurant or indulging in a gourmet meal in our Sahara desert camps, these expertly curated meals will tantalize your taste buds and give you a glimpse into the heart and soul of the locals. Come travel with us and discover the magic of local Moroccan food traditions.

Sustainable Travel

Indulge in sustainable travel that nurtures the communities you visit. Invest in the local livelihoods by putting your money where your heart is. Discover the magic of authentic and immersive travel experiences that take you beyond the surface level. Our unique personal touch preserves and supports the cultures and traditions of the places you explore. It's a travel experience that will satisfy your curiosity and leave a positive impact on the world.

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Customer Reviews

Great tour of Morocco desert (and more!) - Great experience!
Ismail was a great driver, guide tour and always very friendly.
Highly recommended to live a once in a lifetime experience!

micheledZ8199CN
January 31, 2023

Fun journey to a beautiful starry night in the desert - My two favorite parts of this trip (the five star portions in my opinion) was seeing the gorgeous starry night sky in the desert and the drive to the desert... read more

J7272ILkaylaw
April 10, 2024

Awesome Tour! - We booked 2 private trips, 1 quad biking with a meal in the dessert and the other a trop to Essouria. Both trips were with our amazing driver Mohammed. The... read more

HotelTravelBlogger
June 22, 2023
Highly recommend! - Very well organised tour, with lots of stops so we didn't get tired of driving for too long. Very well thought in terms of getting to toilet breaks, atms, snacks... read more

smly92
April 1, 2024

A great experience with a nice tour guide - The Tour was amazing so many new experiences and our tour guide Hassan was just lovely. He made our tour fantastic and comfortable. Hassan could speak english, Spanish and... read more Arabic fluently.

Gustav G
April 6, 2024

Good trip - Overall a good trip, special shout out to Houssine, the tour guide. It was very cool seeing the sand dunes. Sahara desert is a bucket list destination for sure!

Safari431552
December 23, 2024
Making forever friends in the desert - Simply put, an amazing experience. The stops on our way to Erg Chebbi were beautiful and awe-inspiring. The accommodations were great and all the staff we met along the way... read more

jedifunk
March 3, 2024

Awesome Sahara experience - An amazing experience from start to finish! Along the drive we got to see so much of what Morocco has to offer outside of the city with breathtaking views the... read more

David B
April 1, 2024

Amazing! - Everything was perfect, The tour, guises, placas, view it was all amazing. I totally recomend. Best experience.

F_Alm14
June 25, 2023