3 Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Merzouga
7 stops
1
Ifrane
Enjoy a scenic stop in Ifrane, known for its Alpine-style architecture, beautiful landscapes, and cool mountain climate. Travelers can take photos and enjoy a short break before continuing through the Middle Atlas Mountains toward the Sahara Desert.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
2
Azrou Cedar Forest
Stop in the beautiful cedar forests near Azrou to enjoy the scenery of the Middle Atlas Mountains and take photos. Travelers may also have the opportunity to see the local Barbary macaques in their natural environment.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Midelt
Stop in Midelt, known as the “Apple City,” for a lunch break and a chance to enjoy the spectacular landscapes of the Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains. Travelers can relax, have lunch, and take in the panoramic mountain views before continuing toward the Sahara Desert.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
Vallee Tours de ziz
Enjoy a scenic stop overlooking the spectacular Ziz Gorge and Valley, with dramatic cliffs, winding roads, and panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. Travelers can take photos and admire the contrast between the rocky mountains and the lush Ziz Valley before continuing toward the Sahara Desert.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
(Pass by)
Travel through Erfoud, known as the gateway to the Sahara and famous for its dates and fossil-rich landscapes. Enjoy views of the surrounding date palm groves and oasis landscapes as you approach the desert region of Merzouga.
5
Merzouga
Arrive in Merzouga and experience the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Enjoy a camel ride through the golden dunes and watch the changing colors of the desert as you make your way to the Sahara camp.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Erg Chebbi
Arrive in the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes and begin your Sahara Desert experience. Enjoy a camel ride through the golden sand dunes before arriving at your luxury desert camp. Settle into your private tent, take a refreshing shower, and relax in the peaceful surroundings of the Sahara. As night falls, enjoy a delicious traditional dinner followed by Berber music, dancing, and entertainment around the campfire under a sky full of stars.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Merzouga - Rissani - jorf - Todra gorge - Dades
5 stops
7
Merzouga
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the golden colors spread across the Sahara before returning to the camp for breakfast and getting ready for the day's journey.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Rissani
Continue through the historic town of Rissani, an important trading center on the edge of the Sahara. Discover its traditional atmosphere and views of the surrounding desert landscapes.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Discover the traditional Khettara irrigation system near El Jorf, an ingenious underground network that has been used for centuries to bring water from underground sources to the oasis and agricultural fields. Explore this fascinating part of Morocco's traditional water heritage and learn how local communities have adapted to life in the desert.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
Todra Gorge
Explore the spectacular Todra Gorge, one of Morocco's most impressive natural landscapes. Walk between towering limestone cliffs and enjoy the dramatic scenery of the Todra Valley before continuing toward the Dades Valley.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
Boumalne Dades
Continue through the beautiful Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations, winding roads, lush oasis, and traditional Berber villages. Enjoy scenic viewpoints and the changing landscapes as you make your way to your accommodation.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Dades Valley → Rose Valley → Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Tizi n'Tichka → Marrakech
4 stops
12
El Kelaa M'gouna
Depart the Dades Valley and enjoy the spectacular landscapes of the High Atlas foothills, with dramatic rock formations, winding roads, and traditional Berber villages along the way. Travel through Morocco's beautiful Rose Valley, famous for its fragrant Damask roses, traditional rose products, and picturesque oasis landscapes. Enjoy a scenic drive through the valley and discover the rural communities and palm-filled landscapes of this unique region
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Ouarzazate
Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and one of Morocco's most famous film locations. Enjoy a short stop and take in the city's distinctive desert landscapes and traditional architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
14
Ait Ben Haddou
Visit Aït Ben Haddou, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco's best-preserved fortified villages. Walk through its narrow lanes and discover the traditional earthen architecture, historic kasbahs, and panoramic views over the surrounding landscape.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
15
Tizi n Tichka
Cross the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains, reaching an altitude of approximately 2,260 meters. Enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery, winding roads, and panoramic views as you make your way toward Marrakech.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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