3 Days tour from Fes to Marrakech
Tour Overview
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Every Day
- Fes
Discover the best of Morocco on our 3-Day Fez to Marrakech Desert Tour! You’ll travel through the spectacular Atlas Mountains and the Moroccan Sahara Desert, admiring the breathtaking scenery along the way. This road trip is a must-do for those seeking an unforgettable and exciting trip.
This private 3-day tour from Fez to Marrakech, led by an experienced English-speaking guide, guarantees personalized attention as you admire some of Morocco’s most famous landscapes. You’ll stay two nights, with dinner and breakfast included: one night under the stars at a camp in Merzouga, nestled in the heart of the Sahara Desert, after a charming sunset camel ride, and another night at your lodge in the picturesque Dades Valley.
Note: If this trip doesn’t suit your needs, you can modify it by sending us your suggestions or travel plans so we can create a similar or different program tailored to your needs and preferences.
3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech itinerary
Day 1: Fes - Ifrane - Erfoud - Merzouga of Erg Chebbi:
In the morning, we will begin our 3-day desert tour from Fez to Marrakech. The journey will take approximately 7 hours, but there will be several stops for entertainment.
First, we will visit the beautiful city of Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland” for its European-style architecture and immaculate streets. Take a stroll through the city and soak up its charming atmosphere. Continue your tour through the Middle Atlas Mountains and stop in the cedar forests of Azrou. Here, you can observe the friendly Barbary macaques and enjoy the scenic beauty of the area. Afterward, we will head to the Ziz Valley, where we will stop to see the palm groves and the villages of the valley. In the afternoon, upon arriving in the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, we will take a camel ride for an hour and a half to admire the breathtaking sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
After dinner at the camp, you’ll have the opportunity to attend a traditional Berber music show by a bonfire while gazing at the starry sky. This concludes our first day of the 3-day Fez to Marrakech desert tour.
Day 2: Merzouga - Rissani - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara Desert. After breakfast at the camp, we’ll depart Merzouga and continue our 3-day desert tour from Fez to Marrakech toward the Dades Valley. We’ll pass through Rissani, an ancient desert town known for its lively souks and historical significance. We’ll take a short walk through this ancient market to explore with our driver or guide. After a traditional lunch en route, we’ll visit the Todra Gorges, a magnificent series of limestone canyons carved by the Todra River. We’ll enjoy a scenic drive through the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs” for its abundance of fortified villages.
We’ll arrive at our accommodation in the Dades Valley, where we’ll have dinner and spend the night. This concludes our second day of the 3-day desert tour from Fez to Marrakech.
Day 3: Dades Valley - Skoura - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
After breakfast, we’ll depart from the Dades Valley and continue our 3-day desert tour from Fez to Marrakech. We’ll stop to explore Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a fortified village that has appeared in numerous films and TV series.
After lunch, we’ll drive through the stunning landscapes of the High Atlas, passing through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, which offers panoramic views. We’ll continue our journey to Marrakech, where we’ll be dropped off at your accommodation or at a pre-arranged drop-off location, marking the end of the 3-day Fez to Marrakech desert tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions of the tour
Included
- Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced driver/guide
- Visit to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
- 1 night in a hotel with a private room and bathroom.
- 1 night camping with a private tent and bathroom.
- Camel ride through the desert to watch the sunset.
- Daily breakfast and dinner (vegetarian and vegan options available).
- Bottled water in the vehicle.
Excluded
- Lunches
- Tips for the driver/guide (optional, but appreciated)
- Admission to monuments or attractions
- Personal expenses, such as souvenirs or snacks
Tour Accommodations
Our 3-day tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga desert includes 2 nights of accommodation, both included in the price. We have carefully selected high-quality hotels and desert camps, considering comfort, service, and budget to ensure a pleasant stay.
Each accommodation offers different rates depending on your preferred category:
We do not offer the “Basic Accommodation” category with shared bathrooms. Instead, we prioritize guest comfort with private tents and private bathrooms, offering higher-quality service.
Medium Accommodation:
- 1st night: Desert Camp Merzouga or similar.
- 2nd night: Babylon Dades or similar.
Luxury Accommodation:
- 1st night: Ideal Desert Camp or similar.
- 2nd night: Dades Paradise or similar.
Note: You can combine accommodations, for example, by choosing Medium Accommodation for the first night and Luxury Accommodation for the second, or vice versa.
We’d be happy to welcome you and organize this 3-day tour from Fez to Marrakech. If you prefer to contact us via WhatsApp or call, please use this phone number: +212637789801