Best Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 3 Days
A 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour, tailored to your preferences! Experience luxury or authentic Berber desert camp stays while Going on a Marrakech to Fes 3-day desert tour through the Sahara.
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3 Days & 2 Nights
Marrakech
Fes
From 200€
marrakech to Fes desert tour Overview
Join a 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes and experience the beauty of Morocco’s landscapes. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains and visit the ancient Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Discover Ouarzazate and take a camel ride across the golden Sahara Desert dunes. Watch a stunning sunset and enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner.
Spend the night at a desert camp in Merzouga, sleeping under a star-filled sky. On the final day, travel through lush valleys and charming villages before arriving in the historic city of Fes. This 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is filled with breathtaking views and unforgettable moments.
Highlights of Marrakech to Fes desert tour 3 Days
There are several highlights from this 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga; you can check out them below.
- The breathtaking sceneries of the Atlas Mountains.
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Take a walk through the magnificent Todra Gorges.
- Enjoying Camel riding in the Merzouga desert.
- Overnight in the desert camp under the stars.
- Stunning view of the Sunset & sunrise over the dunes.
- Berber drums music around the campfire.
- Panoramic view of Ziz Valley and its palm groves.
- Watch & feed Barbary apes in the cedar forests of Azrou.
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Itinerary of 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour
Check out our itinerary below for 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes. This will give you a general idea of the trip. Be sure to fill out the contact form if you want to discuss any schedule changes or if you would like to go on a longer trip.
1st Day: Marrakech - Ait ben Haddou - Dades Valley
- Driving time & distance: 7 Hrs / 355 km.
Your 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour starts at 8:00 AM, with a pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Leaving the city, you’ll travel southeast through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, passing traditional Berber villages along the way. There will be stops to enjoy the views and take some great photos.
Lunch will be in the historic village of Ait Ben Haddou, where you’ll also visit its famous Kasbah. This UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized since 1987, has been featured in well-known movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Babel, and Gladiator.
Afterward, you’ll stop in Ouarzazate to see Africa’s largest film studio (with an optional tour inside). The journey continues through Boumalne, passing by the Valley of Roses, known for its fragrant rose fields. Before reaching your accommodation, you can visit the Monkey Fingers rock formations in Dades Valley, or you can explore them the next day.
2nd Day: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga desert
- Driving time & distance: 5 Hrs / 310 km.
After enjoying a tasty breakfast, we head to Tinghir, where we will stop at a beautiful viewpoint overlooking a green oasis filled with palm trees and ancient kasbahs. You will also get to explore the impressive Todgha Canyon, shaped by the flowing Todgha River, with cliffs reaching up to 300 meters high.
On the way to Merzouga, your guide may suggest a stop at a Berber shop, where you can try on a traditional Berber outfit and take photos for free. If you wish to buy something, it’s entirely up to you. If you’re not interested, just let your guide know, and this stop can be skipped.
Once you arrive in Merzouga, your luggage will be taken to the desert camp by a 4×4, while you enjoy a scenic camel trek. As the sun sets over the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, painting the sky in shades of orange and red, you’ll experience a breathtaking view. At night, enjoy Saharan traditions, including drumming, storytelling, and gazing at the starlit sky for a truly unforgettable experience.
3rd Day: Merzouga - Ziz Valley - Cedar Forest - Fes
- Driving time & distance: 8 Hrs / 520 km.
Start your day early with a peaceful and breathtaking sunrise over the desert. After enjoying a delicious breakfast at the camp, you can choose to return to Merzouga by camel ride or a 4×4 vehicle for extra comfort. From there, we begin our journey toward Fes.
Along the way, we stop at a stunning viewpoint overlooking the Ziz Valley, known for its green palm groves and traditional villages. As we travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, you may spot Barbary Apes in the Cedar Forest, a rare species that thrives in colder regions.
A short break in Ifrane, often called the ‘Switzerland of Morocco,’ allows you to relax and enjoy a coffee before continuing to Fes. Your 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour ends in the late afternoon with a drop-off at your accommodation.
Tour Map
Map of the 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
Trip Price
Best price of Marrakech to Fes desert tour 3 days
The 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour starts at €200 to 450€ per person. However, the price may change based on different factors, such as the number of people in your group, the type of accommodation you choose, and the season you travel. The larger your group, the lower the price per person will be.
Included:
- Private modern transportation with A/C
- Car Fuel
- Pick-up from your accommodation
- English-speaking driver with prior experience
- A night at a private tent in the desert camp
- 1 Night in a private room in Dades Valley Hotel
- ( Dinner & Breakfast ) x2
- Camel trek in the Sahara desert
- Sandboarding in the dunes
Excluded:
- Beverages
- Lunches
- Entrance to monuments (Optional)
- Leaving a tip (Optional)
Accommodations
Where to stay during the 3 Days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
We offer 3 accommodation levels so travelers can choose the accommodation that suits their needs and budget. check below where you can stay during your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
| OPTIONS | 1st night | 2nd night |
|---|---|---|
Option 1: |
Kasbah Didis or Smilar. |
Acacia Desert Camp or Similar. |
Option 2: |
Panorama Dades, or Smilar. |
Mouhou Desert Camp or Similar. ( Luxury tents ) |
Option 3: |
Ksar Sultan or Similar. |
Mouhou Desert Camp or Similar. ( Luxury tents ) |
- NOTE: We will book this accommodations or others with similar services.
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Good to know
Get ready for a 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes with Mouhou Tours! You will find information that can be good to know before you start your tour.
How far is Merzouga from Marrakech?
The journey from Marrakech to Merzouga takes about 560 kilometers. You will travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, enjoying scenic drives through the diverse landscapes of Morocco.
Food preferences
When booking, please let us know if you have any dietary preferences, such as vegetarian or vegan options.
For lunch, our guide will choose restaurants that offer fresh and high-quality meals to ensure you have a great experience. If you have a preferred restaurant, feel free to inform your guide, and they will be happy to arrange it for you.
Pick-up and Drop-off
The 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes starts at 8:00 a.m. from any location in Marrakech. If your Riad is accessible by car, we will pick you up directly. Otherwise, we will arrange pickup from the nearest accessible road, which will be confirmed after booking.
At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at your Accommodation, or the closest parking area. The tour usually finishes between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., but the exact time depends on how long you spend at each stop.
Your Luggage on the tour
Can I bring my luggage on the tour?
Of course, you can bring your luggage during the 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour. We have enough space for your luggage in the car.
What Happens to my luggage during the camel ride?
For the camel ride, you will only take the necessary for the camel ride on your backpack. The rest of your luggage will be transported to the camp by a 4×4 vehicle and will be waiting for you at the camp.
Camel ride duration & alternative
How long is the camel ride?
The camel ride to the camps takes from 40 minutes to 1 h:30 min.
Can I skip the camel ride?
If you prefer not to ride a camel, the camp provides a 4×4 vehicle to transport guests and luggage.
Alternatively, you can rent an ATV or BUGGY for an extra fee.
Booking & payment method
To book our 3 days trip from Marrakech to Fes, a small deposit is required, which can be paid via PayPal or credit card. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver at pickup, in euros, dollars, or dirhams.
Can the remaining amount be paid by PayPal or credit card?
In some cases, we do accept full payment via PayPal or credit card, but a 5% fee will be added to cover transaction costs.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: You will receive a full refund if you cancel at least 3 days in advance before the trip commences.
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Additional information:
- Please let us know during the booking process about any dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian or vegan.
- Your well-being is guaranteed as our guide selects high-quality and healthy lunch spots. Any preferences you may have, please let your guide know.
- You can also choose to do this journey the other way around With our 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech.
- With the 4-day Desert trip from Marrakech to Fes you can extend your adventure to have more time in the desert.
- You can choose to end this journey in Marrakech by signing up for our 3-day desert tour from Marrakech.