3 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour with Camel Trek and Camp

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Day 1: Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka Pass → Ait Ben Haddou → Kalaat M'Gouna → Tinghir
6 stops
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Stop 1: Tizi n'Tichka Pass and Ait Ben Haddou Depart Marrakech and travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains. Enjoy a short break at a mountain café to relax, take in the scenery, and capture memorable photos. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah before driving through Ouarzazate and the Rose Valley to Tinghir. End the day with an overnight stay at a comfortable hotel, including dinner and breakfast.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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Tizi n Tichka
Stop 2: Tizi n'Tichka Pass (30 minutes) Reach the scenic Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest mountain pass in Morocco, at 2,260 meters above sea level. Take in breathtaking views of the High Atlas Mountains, enjoy the fresh mountain air, and stop for memorable photos before continuing toward Ait Ben Haddou.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Stop 3: Argan Oil Cooperative (16 minutes) Visit a local Argan Oil Cooperative to discover how Morocco's famous argan oil is traditionally produced. Learn about its culinary and cosmetic uses, meet local artisans, and enjoy a brief cultural stop before continuing to Ait Ben Haddou.
16 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Ait Ben Haddou
Stop 4: Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (2 hours) Explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah with a local guide and discover its rich history, traditional earthen architecture, and famous film locations. Enjoy free time for lunch at a nearby restaurant before continuing toward Ouarzazate and the Dades Valley.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
5
El Kelaa M'gouna
Stop 5: El Kelaa M'Gouna (20 minutes) Take a short break in El Kelaa M'Gouna, the heart of Morocco's Rose Valley. Relax with a coffee or Moroccan tea, enjoy the surrounding scenery, and refresh before continuing your journey to Tinghir.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
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Stop 6: Tinghir (Overnight) Arrive in Tinghir and check in to your hotel for the night. Relax after a full day of sightseeing and enjoy dinner before preparing for tomorrow's Sahara Desert adventure.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Day 2: Tinghir → Todra Gorge → Tinejdad → Erfoud → Merzouga
7 stops
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Todra Gorge
Stop 1: Todra Gorge (30 minutes) After breakfast, travel to the spectacular Todra Gorge, one of Morocco's most impressive natural attractions. Enjoy a short walk through the canyon, admire its towering cliffs, and take in the beautiful scenery before continuing toward Merzouga.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Todra Gorge
Stop 2: Todra Valley Viewpoint (10 minutes) Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the lush Todra palm grove. Take in the beautiful valley scenery and capture stunning photos before continuing your journey toward the Sahara Desert.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Stop 3: Tinejdad Break (20 minutes) Enjoy a short stop in Tinejdad to stretch your legs, use the restroom, or purchase drinks and snacks before continuing your journey toward Merzouga.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Melaab
Stop 4: Berber Bazaar (1 hour) Visit a traditional Berber bazaar to experience local culture, browse handmade crafts, and try on traditional Berber clothing for memorable photos. You can also enjoy a complimentary henna tattoo before continuing to the Sahara Desert.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
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Stop 5: Ksar Touroug (2 hours) Stop in Ksar Touroug for lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy authentic Moroccan cuisine. Take time to relax before continuing your journey to the Merzouga Desert.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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Erfoud
Stop 6: Erfoud (30 minutes) Make a short stop in Erfoud to buy any last-minute essentials, such as water or snacks, and use the restroom before heading to the Sahara Desert for your camel trek.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Merzouga
Stop 7: Merzouga Desert & Luxury Camp Arrive in the Merzouga Desert and choose between a 1-hour camel trek across the dunes or a 4x4 transfer to your luxury desert camp. Enjoy a spectacular sunset, try sandboarding, savor a traditional dinner, and end the evening with live Berber music under the stars before your overnight stay.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Day 3: Merzouga → Rissani → Azrou → Fes
4 stops
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Wake up early to admire the breathtaking Sahara sunrise before enjoying breakfast at the desert camp. After breakfast, return by camel or 4x4, depending on your selected option, to continue your journey toward Fes.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Maison Tafilalet (Pass by)
Travel through the Tafilalet palm groves and the historic town of Rissani before reaching the scenic Ziz Valley, known for its breathtaking oasis and panoramic views.
15
Azrou Cedar Forest
If conditions allow, stop in the cedar forest near Azrou to see the famous Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
16
Fez
Arrive in Fes in the early evening and enjoy drop-off at your accommodation or the nearest accessible location, marking the end of your unforgettable Sahara Desert journey.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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