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3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga

Fes, Morocco
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What to expect

Travel one way from Fes to Marrakech through the Sahara, with Ifrane, Ziz Valley, a Merzouga camel ride and camp, Todra Gorge, Dades and Aït Ben Haddou.

  • Duration3 days
  • Hotel pickupIncluded
  • Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

  • Cross Morocco one way from Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara
  • Ride a camel at sunset and sleep at a desert camp near Erg Chebbi
  • See the rock walls of the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley
  • Visit the earthen ksar of Aït Ben Haddou
  • Cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka pass

This one-way route turns the transfer from Fes to Marrakech into a three-day journey across central and southern Morocco. Cross the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley to Merzouga for a camel ride and desert-camp night, continue through Todra and Dades for a second night, then travel through Ouarzazate, Aït Ben Haddou and the High Atlas to Marrakech.

Choose from 3 available options

  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    Standard

    • Duration · 3 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • One-way to Marrakech

    From€179per person

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  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    Comfort Desert

    • Duration · 3 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Upgraded tent & hotel

    From€269per person

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  • Booking type: PrivateMin. 2 people

    Private Desert Tour — Standard Comfort

    Private arrangement for 3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga. Exclusive driver and private ground transport for the complete listed multi-day route, with the original lodging standard unless an upgrade is expressly included.

    • Duration · 3 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Private tour
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later

    Included with this option

    • Exclusive driver and private ground transport for the complete listed multi-day route, with the original lodging standard unless an upgrade is expressly included.

    From€495per person

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What's included

  • One-way transport from Fes to Marrakech
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Driver/host
  • 2 nights accommodation
  • Night 1 desert camp in/near Erg Chebbi
  • Night 2 hotel/riad in Dades or Ouarzazate route area
  • 2 breakfasts
  • 2 dinners
  • Sunset camel ride
  • Sandboarding subject to availability
  • Todra Gorge stop
  • Aït Ben Haddou stop
  • Marrakech final drop-off / nearest vehicle-accessible point

Not included

  • Lunches
  • Drinks not explicitly listed
  • Optional quad/buggy
  • Local guide at Aït Ben Haddou unless explicitly added
  • Monument/museum admission
  • Tips/personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Approx. 07:30

    Departure from Fes

    Pickup at your hotel/riad or the nearest vehicle-accessible point in Fes.

Day 1

Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

6 stops

  1. Ifrane

    Photo stop · Sightseeing

    20 minutes

    Photo and sightseeing stop in the Middle Atlas town of Ifrane.

  2. Cedar forest / Azrou area

    Scenic views

    20 minutes

    Scenic stop in cedar country. Wildlife only if naturally present; never feed the animals.

  3. Midelt

    Lunch

    1 hour Admission not included

    Lunch stop at your own expense.

  4. Ziz Valley

    Scenic views · Photo stop

    15 minutes

    Panoramic stop above the palm-filled Ziz Valley.

  5. Merzouga / Erg Chebbi

    Camel ride · Sunset

    Admission included

    Arrive in the late afternoon and ride a camel into the dunes around sunset.

  6. Desert camp dinner

    Dinner

    Admission included

    Dinner at the camp, with Berber/Sahrawi music where operated.

AccommodationDesert camp
MealsDinner — included
Day 2

Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

4 stops

  1. Sunrise over the dunes

    Sunrise · Breakfast

    Admission included

    Sunrise viewing depends on weather and timing, followed by breakfast and the camel or 4x4 return from camp.

  2. Rissani

    Sightseeing

    Route stop in Rissani when the schedule allows.

  3. Todra Gorge

    Walking · Scenic views

    50 minutes Free admission

  4. Dades / Rose Valley route

    Scenic drive

AccommodationDades Valley or route hotel/riad
MealsBreakfast — includedDinner — included
Day 3

Dades – Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech

5 stops

  1. Ouarzazate

    Photo stop

    Route stop and orientation.

  2. Aït Ben Haddou

    Walking · Sightseeing

    1 hour 45 minutes Admission fee (extra)(Local guiding/attraction fees are separate unless explicitly added.)

  3. Lunch at own expense

    Lunch

    Admission not included

  4. Tizi n’Tichka / Atlas scenic stops

    Scenic drive · Photo stop

  5. Arrival in Marrakech

    Drop-off

    Drop-off at your hotel/riad or the nearest vehicle-accessible point.

MealsBreakfast — included

  • Small overnight bag
  • Warm layers for desert nights outside summer
  • Sunglasses
  • Sun protection
  • Cash/card for lunches and drinks

  • This is a ONE-WAY Tour ending in Marrakech, not Fes.
  • Expect long road distances on all three days.
  • Lunches and most drinks are not included.
  • Desert camp standards depend on the selected option.
  • Camel riding can be replaced by a 4x4 camp transfer where operationally available.
  • Quad/ATV is not included.
  • Bring warm layers for desert nights outside summer.
  • Final Marrakech drop-off may be at the nearest vehicle-accessible point for Medina riads.
  • Aït Ben Haddou local guiding/attraction fees are separate unless explicitly added.

  • Your booking request is reviewed and confirmed by our team.
  • The exact pickup time and point are confirmed after booking.
  • Guide/host languages: English, French, Spanish and Arabic.
  • Reserve now and pay later; no online card payment is required to book.
  • Shared options are operated with other travelers.

  • Guests unable to tolerate long vehicle journeys
  • Guests requiring fully accessible desert/camp facilities

Live tour guide available in:

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Arabic

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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FAQ

Does the tour return to Fes?

No. It starts in Fes and ends in Marrakech on Day 3.

Can I cancel or pay later?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start, and you can reserve now and pay later. Our team reviews and confirms every booking request.

From€179per person