Overview of 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
The 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is one of the most popular ways to cross Morocco while experiencing its most iconic landscapes. In just three unforgettable days, you travel from the vibrant streets of Marrakech, across the High Atlas Mountains, through ancient kasbahs and lush valleys, and into the heart of the Sahara Desert before ending in the imperial city of Fes.
This journey is perfect if you want to combine culture, adventure, and desert magic in a short time. You’ll explore famous sites like Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, and enjoy a night in a desert camp near the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, complete with a camel trek and Berber hospitality.
Day-by-Day of 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
Your adventure starts early as you leave Marrakech and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, you stop to admire panoramic views and traditional Berber villages.
You then visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s most famous kasbahs. After lunch, continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses before reaching Dades Valley, where you enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a local hotel or riad.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, you travel to the impressive Todra Gorge, known for its towering canyon walls and beautiful river scenery. You’ll have time to walk through the gorge and take photos.
In the afternoon, you head toward Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara. Here, you switch to camels and ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets. You spend the night in a desert camp, enjoying dinner, Berber music, and a magical star-filled sky.
Day 3: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Fes
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then return by camel or 4×4 to Merzouga village. After breakfast, you begin the journey north, passing through the lush Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and kasbahs.
You stop for lunch in Midelt and continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains, often spotting cedar forests and Barbary macaques. By evening, you arrive in Fes, where your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes comes to an end.
Highlights of 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
- Crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Exploring Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage site
- Visiting Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
- Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Overnight stay in a Sahara desert camp
- Watching sunrise and sunset over the dunes
- Scenic drive through Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas
- Ending the tour in the historic city of Fes
What’s Included
- Private or shared air-conditioned transport
- English-speaking driver/guide
- 1 night in Dades Valley (dinner & breakfast)
- 1 night in a desert camp in Merzouga (dinner & breakfast)
- Camel trek (one camel per person)
- Sunset and sunrise in the Sahara
- Fuel, parking, and all transportation costs
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments (if applicable)
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
Booking
Ready to experience the magic of the Sahara?
You can book your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes with Ifoulki Travel Agency easily. We offer flexible itineraries, private and shared options, comfortable accommodations, and local expertise to make your journey unforgettable.
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