MARRAKECH TO FES DESERT TOUR
The Sahara desert awaits! On the 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
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The Sahara desert awaits! On the 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour, you will travel From the red city of Marrakech to the Athens of Africa Fes, and discover the charms of Southeast Morocco. Enjoy a wonderful desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
During this 3 day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will drive through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas mountains to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Visit the Hollywood of Africa Ouarzazate and spend a night in a beautiful valley in Boumalne Dades. Enjoy breathtaking sights including Todra Canyon and an oasis in Tinghir.
The most exciting thing about your Marrakech to Fes 3 days desert tour is that you will ride a camel in the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend an unforgettable night between the dunes in a luxury desert camp under billions of stars.
The Sahara desert awaits! On the 3 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour, you will travel From the red city of Marrakech to the Athens of Africa Fes, and discover the charms of Southeast Morocco. Enjoy a wonderful desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
During this 3 day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will drive through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas mountains to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Visit the Hollywood of Africa Ouarzazate and spend a night in a beautiful valley in Boumalne Dades. Enjoy breathtaking sights including Todra Canyon and an oasis in Tinghir.
The most exciting thing about your Marrakech to Fes 3 days desert tour is that you will ride a camel in the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend an unforgettable night between the dunes in a luxury desert camp under billions of stars.
About this activity
3 Days
Year round
Group
Flexible group size
Morocco
Meeting point
Highlights
- Driving through the High Atlas Mountains
- Exploring the historical Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
- Driving along the road of 1000 kasbahs
- Experiencing the desert on a camel ride
- Watching a spectacular and glorious sunset & sunrise over Erg Chebbi
- Spending a memorable night under a magnificent and colorful night sky
- Getting to see some Barbary apes at a forest in the Middle Atlas Mountains
What's included
What's not included
Your experience step by step
MARRAKECH → HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS → AIT BEN HADDOU → OUARZAZATE → DADES VALLEY
Your Marrakech to Fes desert tour commences with a prompt 8:00 AM hotel/riad pick-up within Marrakech. Departing the city, your journey takes you southeastward, traversing the awe-inspiring High Atlas mountains that offer picturesque vistas of traditional Berber villages. En route, we make scenic stops for capturing memorable photographs. Lunch is served in the charming village of Ait Ben Haddou, where you will also explore the ancient and iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This “fortified village” has garnered UNESCO World Heritage status since 1987 and served as a backdrop for numerous acclaimed movies, including Lawrence of Arabia, Babel, and Gladiator. Continuing your excursion, a brief halt in Ouarzazate grants you the opportunity to view Africa’s largest film studio (optional inside tour). The journey proceeds through Boumalne, with a scenic drive through the Valley of Roses. Optionally, you may choose to visit the distinctive rock formations known as “monkey fingers” in Dades Valley before proceeding to your accommodation or exploring them on the following day. Driving distance: Approximately 353 km Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min
DADES VALLEY → TINGHIR OASIS → TODGHA CANYON → MERZOUGA DESERT
Following a delicious breakfast, our journey takes us to Tinghir, where we will pause at a picturesque viewpoint overlooking a lush oasis adorned with palm trees and historic kasbahs. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore the dramatic Todgha Canyon, carved by the winding Todgha River, with depths plunging to 300 meters. On the way to Merzouga desert, your guide will recommend a visit to a Berber shop. Here, you will have the opportunity to experience trying on a traditional Berber outfit and capturing memorable photographs, all at no cost. Should you wish to make a purchase, please be aware that it is entirely optional. Feel free to communicate your lack of interest to your guide, and this stop will be bypassed. Upon arrival in Merzouga, your luggage will be transported to the camp via a 4×4 vehicle, allowing you to embark on a captivating camel trek. As the sun sets in vibrant shades of red and orange over the Erg Chebbi dunes, you will witness a truly mesmerizing spectacle. Spend an unforgettable night immersed in the Sahara Desert’s local culture, with drumming sessions, storytelling, and the chance to marvel at the starry night sky. Driving distance: Approximately 310 km Driving time: Approximately 5 hr
MERZOUGA DESERT → ZIZ VALLEY → MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS → IFRANE → FES
Begin your day early and be treated to a serene and captivating sunrise. Following a satisfying camp breakfast, you can opt to return to the town of Merzouga by either camel trek or a comfortable 4×4 vehicle. Depart from Merzouga, heading towards Fez. En route, we will pause at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the picturesque Ziz Valley, characterized by lush palm groves and charming villages. While journeying through the Cedar forest of the Middle Atlas, keep an eye out for Barbary Apes, a unique species adapted to colder climates. A brief stop in Ifrane, often referred to as the ‘Switzerland of Morocco,’ provides an opportunity to refresh and enjoy a coffee break. This Marrakech to Fes desert tour concludes upon your arrival in Fes, with drop-off at your accommodation in the late afternoon. Driving distance: Approximately 500 km Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 min
MARRAKECH → HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS → AIT BEN HADDOU → OUARZAZATE → DADES VALLEY
Your Marrakech to Fes desert tour commences with a prompt 8:00 AM hotel/riad pick-up within Marrakech. Departing the city, your journey takes you southeastward, traversing the awe-inspiring High Atlas mountains that offer picturesque vistas of traditional Berber villages. En route, we make scenic stops for capturing memorable photographs. Lunch is served in the charming village of Ait Ben Haddou, where you will also explore the ancient and iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This “fortified village” has garnered UNESCO World Heritage status since 1987 and served as a backdrop for numerous acclaimed movies, including Lawrence of Arabia, Babel, and Gladiator. Continuing your excursion, a brief halt in Ouarzazate grants you the opportunity to view Africa’s largest film studio (optional inside tour). The journey proceeds through Boumalne, with a scenic drive through the Valley of Roses. Optionally, you may choose to visit the distinctive rock formations known as “monkey fingers” in Dades Valley before proceeding to your accommodation or exploring them on the following day. Driving distance: Approximately 353 km Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min
DADES VALLEY → TINGHIR OASIS → TODGHA CANYON → MERZOUGA DESERT
Following a delicious breakfast, our journey takes us to Tinghir, where we will pause at a picturesque viewpoint overlooking a lush oasis adorned with palm trees and historic kasbahs. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore the dramatic Todgha Canyon, carved by the winding Todgha River, with depths plunging to 300 meters. On the way to Merzouga desert, your guide will recommend a visit to a Berber shop. Here, you will have the opportunity to experience trying on a traditional Berber outfit and capturing memorable photographs, all at no cost. Should you wish to make a purchase, please be aware that it is entirely optional. Feel free to communicate your lack of interest to your guide, and this stop will be bypassed. Upon arrival in Merzouga, your luggage will be transported to the camp via a 4×4 vehicle, allowing you to embark on a captivating camel trek. As the sun sets in vibrant shades of red and orange over the Erg Chebbi dunes, you will witness a truly mesmerizing spectacle. Spend an unforgettable night immersed in the Sahara Desert’s local culture, with drumming sessions, storytelling, and the chance to marvel at the starry night sky. Driving distance: Approximately 310 km Driving time: Approximately 5 hr
MERZOUGA DESERT → ZIZ VALLEY → MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS → IFRANE → FES
Begin your day early and be treated to a serene and captivating sunrise. Following a satisfying camp breakfast, you can opt to return to the town of Merzouga by either camel trek or a comfortable 4×4 vehicle. Depart from Merzouga, heading towards Fez. En route, we will pause at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the picturesque Ziz Valley, characterized by lush palm groves and charming villages. While journeying through the Cedar forest of the Middle Atlas, keep an eye out for Barbary Apes, a unique species adapted to colder climates. A brief stop in Ifrane, often referred to as the ‘Switzerland of Morocco,’ provides an opportunity to refresh and enjoy a coffee break. This Marrakech to Fes desert tour concludes upon your arrival in Fes, with drop-off at your accommodation in the late afternoon. Driving distance: Approximately 500 km Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 min