3-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Starts inFesEnds inMarrakech
By the first evening, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi replace the historic streets of Fes. This private 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech crosses the Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley to Merzouga for a sunset camel trek and overnight Sahara camp stay. Continue through Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley before visiting Ait Ben Haddou and crossing the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech.
For your own party · Flexible departure dates
01 / Overview
Your tour at a glance
Experience Morocco’s changing landscapes on this private 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech through the Sahara. Depart Fes early, passing Ifrane, the cedar forests near Azrou and the palm groves of the Ziz Valley before reaching Merzouga for a sunset camel trek and dinner at your Erg Chebbi desert camp.
After sunrise, continue through the spectacular Todra Gorges and the kasbah-lined landscapes of southern Morocco to your overnight guesthouse in the Dades Valley. On the final day, travel through Ouarzazate and visit Ait Ben Haddou before crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Marrakech. This one-way itinerary combines a Sahara overnight experience with scenic mountain routes and significant driving on the first and final days..
- Tour type
- Private · your own party
- Departures
- On request, subject to availability
- Transport
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Local guides
- Local sightseeing guides as specified in your quotation
- Accommodation
- Desert camp · Guesthouses
- Included meals
- 3 breakfasts · 2 dinners
Your route
- Fes
- Ifrane & Azrou cedar forest
- Midelt & Ziz Valley
- Merzouga & Erg Chebbi
- Todra Gorges
- Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
- Dades Valley
- Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou
- High Atlas & Tizi n’Tichka
- Marrakech
Tour highlights
- Ifrane & Azrou cedar forests
- Midelt & the Ziz Valley
- Camel trek & Sahara camp
- Todra Gorges & Dades Valley
- Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou
- High Atlas to Marrakech
Like all our private Morocco tours, this journey can be adapted to your interests and preferred pace.
02 / Day by day
Your 3-day itinerary
Open each day for the full program, accommodation and included meals.
Distances & driving times: All driving figures are approximate and refer to time in the vehicle, not the length of the day’s visit. Sightseeing, meals, rest stops, camel rides, and camp transfers take additional time.
Fes → Ifrane → Cedar Forest → Ziz Valley → Merzouga Desert
We arrange an early pickup and breakfast before the long drive from Fes to Merzouga. Stop in Ifrane and the cedar forest near Azrou, where Barbary macaques may be seen, then continue through Midelt and the Ziz Valley’s palm groves. Reach Erg Chebbi for a camel trek timed around sunset, weather, and your arrival. Settle into your tent at your camp near Merzouga and enjoy a Moroccan dinner, with Berber music around the campfire when conditions allow.
- Distance
- Approx. 460–480 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 7–8 hours
- Accommodation
- Sahara Desert Camp or similar · Erg Chebbi, Merzouga
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Merzouga → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley
Watch sunrise over the dunes if the weather is clear, then return from camp to a hotel in Merzouga for breakfast, as arranged in your booking. Continue to Todra Gorge for a walk beneath the limestone cliffs; comfortable shoes are useful on the uneven ground. Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through villages and oasis landscapes to Dades Valley. Check into your guesthouse in Dades Valley and enjoy dinner there.
- Distance
- Approx. 270–300 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 4.5–5.5 hours
- Accommodation
- Dar Ahlam or similar · Dades Valley
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Dades Valley → Ait Ben Haddou → High Atlas Mountains → Marrakech
Leave Dades Valley early after breakfast and travel through Ouarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou. Explore the fortified village’s earthen buildings and lanes before crossing the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Pause for mountain and village views where the road allows, with time for lunch and rest stops. Reach Marrakech in the late afternoon or evening for drop-off at your accommodation or agreed meeting point. Share your onward travel plans before booking so we can check the timing.
- Distance
- Approx. 330–360 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 6–7 hours
- Accommodation
- None — tour ends today
- Included meals
- Breakfast
03 / Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay
Two nights: a Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi, Merzouga, followed by a guesthouse in Dades Valley.
| Nights | Destination | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Erg Chebbi, Merzouga |
Sahara Desert Campor similar |
| 2 |  Dades Valley |
Dar Ahlamor similar |
| Total | 2 NightsCheck-out on day 3. | |
Your written proposal confirms the Sahara camp, Dades guesthouse, room and tent categories before you book. The tour ends with drop-off in Marrakech on day 3; no overnight stay there is included.
Rooms that suit your party
Tell us if you need double, twin, single or family rooms. Connecting rooms and particular room preferences depend on availability. We show any single-room supplement in your quote.
Your Sahara camp stay
We confirm your tent category, bathroom facilities and agreed camp transfers in your proposal. Tell us about your preferred comfort level and ask about heating or air-conditioning for your dates; facilities depend on the selected camp and tent category.
For a journey with upgraded accommodation, explore our Morocco luxury tours and discuss your preferred stays with our team.
04 / What your tour covers
Included & not included
Included
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Fes pickup & Marrakech drop-offPrivate pickup from your Fes accommodation or agreed meeting point on day 1, and drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation or agreed point on day 3.
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Private transport & driverAir-conditioned vehicle with an experienced professional driver for the road journey and panoramic photo stops along the route.
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2 nights’ accommodation1 night at a Sahara desert camp in Merzouga and 1 night in a guesthouse in Dades Valley.
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3 breakfasts & 2 dinnersBreakfast on days 1–3 and dinner on days 1–2. Day 1 breakfast is coordinated with your Fes pickup.
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Sunset camel trekA camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes on day 1, timed around sunset and your camp arrival.
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Sahara camp arrangementsYour camp overnight and the agreed return to Merzouga on day 2, with a Moroccan dinner and a traditional music evening subject to local conditions.
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Licensed local guidesLocal sightseeing guides for the visits specified in your written quotation. Your private driver handles road transport; a stop in a town or city does not by itself include a guided city tour.
Not included
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FlightsInternational and domestic flights.
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Lunches & drinksAll lunches and drinks with meals or during the journey.
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Entrance ticketsPaid monument admission, unless expressly included in your proposal.
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses & tipsIncluding shopping and gratuities.
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Optional activities & extra nightsQuad biking, additional desert excursions, dinner after the tour on day 3, accommodation before day 1 or in Marrakech after the tour, and changes outside the agreed proposal.
Visits & admission tickets. The camel trek and agreed camp transfers are included. Monument admission is extra unless stated in your proposal. Passing through Ouarzazate does not include a film-studio visit. The program ends with your Marrakech drop-off; a guided city tour is not included.
05 / Price & booking
Your price & how to book
Price on request
We price this private tour for your own party. Share your dates, number of adults and children, preferred rooms and accommodation style, and we will prepare an itemized proposal.
- Your price is based on
- Group size, children’s ages, travel season, room occupancy, chosen accommodation and any itinerary changes.
- Single rooms & supplements
- Single-room costs, peak-season supplements and optional extras are shown separately when they apply.
- Before you confirm
- We state the total price, currency, inclusions and any payment fees in writing. Availability is checked for your dates.
Booking in 3 steps
- Tell us your plansSend your dates, number of travelers and room preferences. We prepare your personalized proposal.
- Agree the details & make your paymentReview the itinerary, stays, total price and conditions. Pay a 30% deposit when booking more than 30 days before the tour begins, or 100% when booking within 30 days of arrival. Reservations are subject to availability and our written confirmation after payment.
- Pay the remaining 70%If you paid a deposit, the remaining 70% is due at least 15 days before arrival. Bookings within 30 days of arrival require full payment at confirmation. Your written quotation states the exact payment due dates.
Payment options: credit/debit card, PayPal or bank transfer. See our booking guide for the complete process.
Changes & cancellation
Email us to request a change or cancellation. Changes are subject to availability; we explain additional costs before making changes. Cancellation charges depend on when we receive your email. See our cancellation policy for the rates, refund calculation and group-size changes. If we must cancel your tour, you can choose a full refund or an alternative date, subject to your agreement.
06 / Before you travel
Essential travel information
Airport transfers, vehicle & driver
From Fes to Marrakech
Your driver collects you from your Fes accommodation or agreed meeting point early on day 1. On day 3, the tour ends with drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation or agreed meeting point. Send both addresses and onward travel details so we can confirm the pickup, first-day breakfast and final transfer.
Your vehicle & driver
Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle selected for your party and luggage. Your professional driver handles the road journey, and your proposal confirms the driver’s language and camp transfers. Request child seats or a vehicle alternative to the camel ride before booking. Your written quotation identifies the visits with an included local sightseeing guide.
The daily figures show approximate distances and time in the vehicle, excluding visits and other stops. Day 1 needs an early departure from Fes to allow time for the Middle Atlas stops and the sunset camel trek. Day 2 combines the return from camp with the Todra Gorges and Dades. Day 3 is another longer travel day, with a late-afternoon or evening arrival in Marrakech.
Walking & accessibility
Ait Ben Haddou has steps and uneven lanes, and walking in the gorge or dunes involves uneven ground. Tell us about mobility needs before booking so we can assess the route, stays and camp access together.
Weather & packing
Bring comfortable shoes, sun protection and layers for the Atlas Mountains and desert evenings. Sahara nights can be cold, especially in winter. Discuss your tent facilities with us and check the forecast close to departure.
Meals & special requests
Breakfast is included on days 1–3 and dinner on days 1–2. Day 1 breakfast is arranged around the Fes pickup. Lunches, drinks and dinner after the tour on day 3 are separate. Tell us about allergies or dietary needs before booking.
Visits & local arrangements
Monument admission is extra unless listed in your proposal. Camp music, sunrise, sunset and wildlife sightings depend on local conditions. The first-day stops are planned around the long drive to Merzouga and the camel trek.
Documents & insurance
Check passport, visa and entry requirements with the appropriate official government or consular service. Travel insurance is excluded; consider suitable cancellation, medical and baggage cover.
Help during your tour
Keep our telephone and WhatsApp details with you. Tell your driver and our local team promptly if a problem arises or your travel plans change, so we can review the arrangements with you.
Personalize the route, stays & guide language
Add a night, choose a different riad or slow down the city visits. Tell us your interests and preferred pace so we can explain the options and any price difference.
Local guides can be requested in English, Italian, French or Spanish, subject to availability. We agree language requirements before confirmation.
For a shorter journey focused on the Sahara, browse our Morocco desert tours.
For currency, clothing and connectivity, read our Morocco travel preparation advice.
07 / Frequently asked questions
Questions about this tour
Is this three-day Fes to Marrakech tour private?
Yes. The vehicle and itinerary are arranged for you and your traveling party. You will not join a scheduled shared tour. The guesthouse and desert camp may host other guests. Your driver handles road transport. Your written quotation identifies the visits with an included local sightseeing guide. The Marrakech finish is a transfer; a guided city tour is not included.
Where does the tour start and finish?
It begins with pickup from your Fes accommodation or agreed meeting point on day 1. Day 3 ends with drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation or agreed point. Your proposal confirms both addresses and the transfer arrangements.
How are the two nights arranged?
Night 1 is at a Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi, Merzouga. Night 2 is in a guesthouse in Dades Valley. Your proposal confirms the properties and room or tent categories. No Marrakech overnight is included after the tour.
Do the distances and driving times include visits?
No. They show approximate road distances and time in the vehicle. Sightseeing, walking, meals, rest stops, the camel trek and the return from camp are additional. Timings depend on traffic, road conditions, accommodation locations and your final drop-off point.
Can we reach Merzouga for the sunset camel trek on day 1?
The itinerary is planned around an early departure from Fes and approximately 7–8 hours of road driving, with visits and breaks added. We confirm your pickup time and adjust the stops for the season and sunset. Arrival and outdoor activities remain subject to road and weather conditions.
Which meals and entrance fees are included?
Breakfast on days 1–3 and dinner on days 1–2 are included. Day 1 breakfast is coordinated with pickup. The camel trek and agreed camp transfers are included. Lunches, drinks and monument admission are extra unless your proposal states otherwise.
What is the price of this three-day tour?
The price is on request. We calculate your quote from your dates, number of adults and children, room arrangements, camp category and any changes to the program. Your proposal states the total price, currency and supplements before you confirm.
Can I skip the camel ride?
Yes. Tell us before confirmation if you prefer a vehicle transfer to the camp. We will set out the arrangements and any price difference in your proposal. You can still enjoy the desert scenery, camp overnight and sunrise before leaving Merzouga. Your quotation confirms the approximate camel-riding time, separately from preparation and any vehicle transfers.
What time do we arrive in Marrakech on day 3?
Expect a late-afternoon or evening arrival. The journey from Dades through Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas involves approximately 6–7 hours of driving, with sightseeing, meals and breaks added. Share flight or train details before booking so we can review your onward connection.
How do the deposit and remaining balance work?
For bookings made more than 30 days before the tour begins, a 30% deposit is required; the remaining 70% is due at least 15 days before arrival. Bookings within 30 days of arrival require full payment at confirmation. We accept credit/debit cards, PayPal and bank transfers. Your reservation is subject to availability and is confirmed only after we receive the required payment and issue written confirmation. Your written quotation states the exact payment due dates.
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