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This 3-day private tour from Marrakech to Fes offers a once-in-a-lifetime desert adventure. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs like Ait Ben Haddou, ride camels through golden dunes, and sleep under the stars in a Sahara camp. With a private guide, customizable stops, and authentic cultural experiences, this journey blends comfort, adventure, and Moroccan tradition in one unforgettable trip.
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
The private tour from Marrakech to Fes takes around 3 days. We offer pick-up from their riad or hotel in Marrakech
Itinerary
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1Ait Ben Haddou
Your desert adventure begins with a morning departure from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. You’ll travel across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass—offering spectacular panoramic views of Berber villages perched on the hillsides. Stop to explore the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its appearance in Hollywood films like Gladiator and The Mummy. After lunch in Ouarzazate, often called the "Hollywood of Africa" for its famous film studios, we continue to the palm-filled Skoura Oasis and then follow the picturesque Valley of Roses. Arrive in Boumalne Dades by late afternoon, where dramatic rock formations welcome you to the stunning Dades Gorges.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Todra Gorge
After breakfast, the journey continues through Tinghir, a traditional Berber town known for its lush palm groves. Explore the breathtaking Todra Gorge, a dramatic canyon with 300-meter-high cliffs—ideal for photos or a short walk. Continue to Erfoud, famous for its marble fossil workshops, where you’ll discover ancient treasures carved from stone. In the afternoon, we reach Merzouga, where your camel awaits for a trek across the rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Marvel at the changing colors of the desert as the sun sets. Arrive at your desert camp in the heart of the dunes. Enjoy traditional music, dinner around the campfire, and a night under the stars in a fully-equipped tent.
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Azrou Cedar Forest
Start your day early to witness a magical sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Ride your camel back to the village where your driver awaits. Travel north through the impressive Ziz Valley, with panoramic views over thousands of palm trees and dramatic gorges. Stop for photos and enjoy the beauty of the region near Errachidia. Lunch in Midelt, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains, known for its apple orchards and mineral mining. Continue through cedar forests and Berber villages, where you may spot Barbary macaques living freely among the trees. Make a stop in Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” known for its European-style architecture and cleanliness. You’ll also visit the iconic stone lion monument. Arrive in Fes by evening, where we drop you off at your riad or hotel—marking the end of an epic 3-day desert journey.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Boumalne Dades
Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert Camp
Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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