3 Day Morocco Tour: Fes to Marrakech via Sahara & Atlas

Overview

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72 hours

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Experience the best of Morocco on a 3-day desert tour to Marrakech from Fes.

Ride camels in the Sahara Desert at sunrise and sunset.

Try sandboarding and stay in a traditional Berber tent.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Fes – Ifrane – Cedars forest- Midelt – Ziz valley – Merzouga Sahara

Accommodations

Overnight in Desert Camp

Food and Drinks

DINNER

Dinner

Merzouga Desert

The 3-day desert tour to Marrakech starts with an early pick up from the airport or your accommodation in Fes. Then we drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, famous for its low temperature, snow, and alpine-style houses -No wonder it is called the Switzerland of Morocco. Then we continue to Cedars Forest, where the Barbary Macaques live. Feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest. After that, we continue to Midelt, where lunch will be served. Then we head to the Sahara desert, driving through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass, and along the Ziz river. After that, we reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Where you switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. A stop will be made for you to enjoy the magical sunset on top of a high dune. Finally, we continue to the desert camp, where you can enjoy the Berber drums music while dancing around the campfire, under the vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight in the camp

8 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Merzouga – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley – Roses Valley – Ouarzazate

Accommodations

Overnight in Ouarzazate

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

DINNER

Dinner

Dades Gorges

begins with an early departure from the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. After passing through Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops and dates, the road leads to the dramatic Todra Gorges, where sheer rock walls rise above a crystal-clear river. Take time for a walk and photos before continuing through the spectacular Dades Valley, often called the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” known for its red cliffs and unique rock formations. The journey continues across the fragrant Roses Valley, home to traditional rosewater distilleries and colorful fields in spring. In the late afternoon, you arrive in Ouarzazate, Morocco’s desert gateway and film capital, where legendary movies were shot. This scenic drive combines valleys, gorges, kasbahs, and cultural charm—all in one unforgettable day.

6 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 3

Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah- Marrakech

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Marrakech

After breakfast begins in Ouarzazate, a desert city known as the “Hollywood of Africa” for its film studios and kasbahs. After a short visit to the city highlights, you will continue to the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and Morocco’s most famous ksar. This fortified village, with its earthen clay houses, towers, and narrow alleys, has served as the backdrop for countless films such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones. You will have time to explore the site, learn its history, and enjoy its panoramic views. The journey then takes you across the majestic High Atlas Mountains, following the winding road of the Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters. Along the way, admire spectacular mountain scenery, Berber villages clinging to hillsides, and valleys carved by nature. Stops will be made for photographs and relaxation. By late afternoon, you descend toward the vibrant city of Marrakech, known as the “Red City,” where ancient traditions meet a lively modern spirit.

7 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Camel Trek

One Night in Desert Berber Camp

One Night in Dades Valley

Gratuities

Tips

Lunche's & Drinks

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