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Marrakech to Fes desert tour is the most sought-after desert trip. Take the scenic drive through Morocco’s Sahara desert to connect between the two imperial cities. This desert safari requires at least 3 days to enjoy it to the most. The distance between Marrakech and Fes is 530 Km. Drive past ancient Kasbahs, Berber villages, meet the nomads, and spend the night in a camp. To sum it up, Marrakech to Fes desert tour is a can’t miss adventure.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hotel Le Vieux Chateau de Dades or similar.
DINNER
Dinner
Marrakech
Your budget 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes (Via Merzouga) will start early in the morning.
Tizi n Tichka
We depart Marrakech at 07h30 AM to Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou through Tizi Ntichka pass and the high Atlas Mountains. Numerous stops will be made along the way.
Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou
Visit the UNESCO world heritage Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, which was also served as a set for various Hollywood blockbusters.
Dades Gorges
After lunch, we drive to Boumalne Dades via the Valley of the Roses before we reach our hotel Le Chateau Du Dades or Panorama(Depend on availability) located in Dades Valley.
Overnight in Nomad tents (Desert camp)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
Todra Gorge
After breakfast at the hotel, you will then leave to the Todgha Gorges, which are naturally constituted high limestone cliffs that have been hollowed out for millennia. This wonderful site is also the delight of climbing enthusiasts.
Merzouga
After lunch, the journey will continue to the fascinating dunes of Merzouga. It is a village that marks the beginning of the Sahara. At this stage, vehicles will be replaced by camels to enjoy a traditional camel ride for 1hour. You will cross the dunes and admire the sunset and the colours in perpetual evolution. After a traditional dinner with Berber rhythms, you will spend the night under the stars in a nomad tent in the middle of the desert.
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Merzouga Desert
After an early breakfast, and a camel rides back to the main road where you will meet your driver and vehicle, After these joyful moments, You will leave for Errachidia through Erfoud, Aoufous and the Ziz valley and then stop to overlook the Aoufous oasis in the Tafilalte region.
Midelt
We continue to Midelt through the TiziN’talghamt pass and have lunch.
Ifrane
After lunch, you will be taken to Fez (the medieval city) through the cedar forest near Azrou and the Middle Atlas mountain, with the possibility of seeing the Berber apes (monkeys). You can make a stop in Ifrane before reaching Fez.
Fez
Leave in Fes. And don't forget to wish you a safe trip and some good times with us throughout your life. Your 3-days desert tour will end in Fes at about 20h00.
Hotel pickup & drop-off (hotels inside marrakech only)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunches on the way
Personal expenses
Guide at Kasbat Ait Ben Haddou ( 2€ (20MAD) per person – Optional)
Select a pickup point
Luxury Camp & Luxury Riad: 1st night: Chez Pierre/Dades Paradise/Xaluca Dades.
2nd night: Merzouga Luxury Camp.
Camel,sandboarding, Quad/Buggy: Enjoy camel trekking, sandboarding & rent an ATV Quad/Buggy to explore desert dunes with locals.
Deluxe
Duration: 3 days
2x Diners , 2x Breakfasts
Dades, Marzouga, Fes
Private A/C Vehicle: We offer a private air-conditioned vehicle for your transportation needs, ensuring that you travel in comfort and style.
Pickup included
Luxury tent: Includes a private room in Tinghir hotel on 1st night & deluxe camp tent with private bathroom on 2nd night.
Camel,sandboarding, Quad/Buggy: Enjoy camel trekking, sandboarding & rent an ATV Quad/Buggy to explore desert dunes with locals.
Duration: 3 days
2x Breakfasts ,2x Diners: You will be provided with two dinners and two breakfasts.
A/C modern mini-bus max 17pass
Pickup included
Private room and standard camp: Includes a private room in Tinghir hotel on 1st night & deluxe camp tent with private bathroom on 2nd night.
Camel,sandboarding, Quad/Buggy: Enjoy camel trekking, sandboarding & rent an ATV Quad/Buggy to explore desert dunes with locals.
Duration: 3 days
2x Diners, 2x Breakfasts: You will be provided with two dinners and two breakfasts.
tizi n'tichka, Dades, Marzouga
A/C mini-bus max 17 passengers: Get a comfortable minivan with ample space & pickup services included for your convenience.
Pickup included
9 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Byron H,,May 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
The scenery is spectacular and the overall experience is breathtaking. From the stop at the high Atlas mountain pass, to the beautiful valley drive, the Tonga Gorge and the spectacular camel and buggy ride in the desert. My only concern was the washroom/shower facility in the desert camp. Otherwise 100% recommended. Our driver was awesome, stopped for all the top places with sufficient time. Great chatting with him along the way. Again the scenery and overall experience is truly spectacular.










David M,,May 24, 2023
- Review from Viator
This was an amazing once in a lifetime trip. You see such a large swath of Morocco and see such varied landscapes. My guide Abdul and driver Ibrahim were amazing. They were organized, descriptive, and always happy to help. I would recommend anyone that wants to experience Morocco to fo on this trip.



RacB7677XH,,Apr 26, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had three wonderful days. Our driver was very friendly and helpful😍😍. He drove safely and managed to get to all the places on time. He took enough breaks and clearly announced the itinerary for the day. When we arrived at the places for the visits, the guides were waiting for us, which made everything go well. Lunches are organized along the way, but you are free to do whatever you want. We visited Ait Ben Haddou with a personal guide, toured the beautiful and varied landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and had a nice camel in the desert. It was a lot of fun. For the return, Our driver made sure we all made it safely to our riads by keeping in touch with us...


charafh2020,,Mar 30, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
I had just spent 6 days traveling alone in Morocco, where I had completed two smaller tours with different companies before this one.While it is true the others were great but I would dare to say that they do not compare at all with this one.If you are going to spend a week in Morocco, I would advise you this last tour, as it has been the highlight of my trip.It has been full of adventures from start to finish and I have met excellent people along the way.Our driver (guide), Omar, did a remarkable job of taking us safely through the mountains and desert.Omar explained the history of many of the places we had seen during our trip and was always happy to answer any questions.He also helped us learn the important Arabic and Berber words. For me, the best part of the tour was the campfire under the starry sky in the desert.Different groups gather around the fire with beautiful traditional music in the background singing, dancing and playing drums.The Mood is unlike anything I have experienced.Sharing drinks, talking, singing and dancing with strangers.All the guides were great and helped members of other groups, but Omar in particular really brought energy with his dancing and singing.We all got involved and had an extraordinary time.When it calmed down, Omar told us jokes and guesses by the fire.It was a good fun time. Truly I recommend you do not regret a unique and incredible experience.




Terrence Zheng,,Mar 29, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
I just love this trip so much.🙆🏻♀️ I well enjoyed this experience for the very first time in desert🏜️ And our driver and guide - Omar, he was really nice and kind.☺️ I spend a such good time with his accompany. 👀The second day I got up late and I didn’t have enough time to eat my breakfast. He heard that and took me to have a little tea time🍵 He speaks English, French and local languages so u don’t have to worry about any problems of communication.🗣 For sure, I’ll be in Morocco🇲🇦 again!!







crisitnso,,Mar 22, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
Thank you very much to our driver for a memorable trip. It's a long ride, but the scenery is worth it, especially the desert sunrises and sunsets

Chongtong L,,Mar 22, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
We came to Morocco as a group of four at Christmas '19, with beautiful and exotic scenery and a desert that was memorable. Omar, the young man introduced through the agency, is really very professional and responsible! Come to Morocco to play a lot of things without the locals really can't handle it, nonsense without saying, just pick him!


741minz,,Feb 15, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
This little brother of a director is really good, very funny, very steady driving, very good care for us, service attitude is also good, I hope you will report to the desert group in the future, must be sure to find him oh 😀���😀😀, travel really super nice, ride time is inevitable, but you deserve to have a skilled driver 🤔.



DiZhan,,Jan 10, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
A particularly comfortable tour group in Africa. As our driver, Omar is very good and his car skills are very good. He also told us many local stories and jokes on the way. He was very sincere and humorous and made my three-day trip with my boyfriend a very enjoyable and worthwhile tour group. I also thank Omar for his company.



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