3 Days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes

This 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes offers an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes. You’ll cross the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, and experience the magic of the Sahara. The tour combines cultural discovery with natural wonders, featuring a luxury desert camp stay under starry skies. Perfect for adventurous travelers, it connects Marrakech and Fes while showcasing Morocco’s highlights.

Highlights of Your 3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech:

✔ Scenic Atlas Mountain crossing via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
✔ UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou – famous film location
✔ Ouarzazate – Hollywood of Africa with its film studios
✔ Dades & Todra Gorges – Morocco’s most spectacular canyons
✔ Sunset camel trek across Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes
✔ Luxury desert camp with traditional music & stargazing
✔ Sahara sunrise experience
✔ Ziz Valley’s stunning palm oases
✔ Cedar Forest with wild Barbary macaques
✔ Ifrane – Morocco’s alpine-style town

Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Gorge

We depart early from Marrakech, heading toward the High Atlas Mountains. First, we cross the stunning Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260m). Along the way, we pass traditional Berber villages.

Next, we visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-listed kasbah famous for Hollywood films. After exploring and lunch, we continue to Ouarzazate, Morocco’s film capital. Then, we follow the scenic Route of a Thousand Kasbahs.

Finally, we arrive in Dades Gorge for overnight. Here, dramatic rock formations surround us, including the famous “monkey fingers” cliffs.

Day 2: Dades Gorge to Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we travel to Todra Gorge. Towering 300m cliffs impress visitors, especially rock climbers. The river below adds to the stunning scenery.

Later, we journey toward the Sahara. By afternoon, we reach Merzouga, where camels await. We ride at sunset across Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes.

At camp, we enjoy traditional Moroccan food and Berber music. The night offers incredible stargazing. You’ll sleep in a luxury tent or under the stars.

Day 3: Merzouga to Fes

We wake early for a magical Sahara sunrise. After camel-riding back to Merzouga, we breakfast and refresh. Then, our northward journey begins.

First, we pass through Ziz Valley’s lush palm groves. Next, we stop in Midelt for lunch. Afterward, we visit the Cedar Forest to see Barbary macaques.

Finally, we explore Ifrane, Morocco’s “Little Switzerland.” By evening, we arrive in Fes, completing your 3-day desert tour from Marrakech.