Experience the Enchanting Sahara: A 4-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
From Marrakech to Fes, set off on a 4-day expedition to see the mesmerizing beauty of the Moroccan Desert. Go through breathtaking scenery, stop at authentic Berber communities, ride camels through sand dunes, and spend the night in a desert tent beneath the stars. See the vibrant souks and historic kasbahs of Morocco to learn about its rich culture and history. During this once-in-a-lifetime excursion, you’ll make priceless memories with the help of our knowledgeable guides.
About the Tour
4 Days/ 3 Nights
The greatest adventure awaits you on our 4-day private Marrakech to Fes desert excursion. From the twisting Tizi-n-Tichka route to the magnificent Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, we’ll take you on a tour through spectacular scenery. Visit the renowned Ouarzazate film studios and be in awe of Rose Valley and Dades Gorges. A exciting camel trip will take you to the picturesque Todra Gorges, Erfoud, and Merzouga deserts. Take in the breathtaking panoramic vistas of Ziz Valley’s palm tree groves and Cedar Forest’s unspoiled beauty. Ifrane and the historic city of Fes serve as the journey’s high point. Join us on an unique 4-day trip where adventure, nature, and culture collide.
Main Destinations :
Marrakech ~ Ait Ben Haddou ~ Ouarzazate ~ Dades Valley
Dades Valley ~ Todra Gorges ~ Erfoud ~Merzouga Desert
Merzouga's Sahara Desert
Merzouga ~ Rissani ~ Ziz Valley ~ Cedar Forest – Ifrane ~ Fes
Tour Overview
Day 1 : Marrakech to Dades Valley via Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
Your four-day tour will begin in Marrakech, where we will pick you up and drive you to the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. We’ll travel via the magnificent Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2,260m) and stop many times to shoot the scenery. On our trip to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a beautiful example of adobe building design, we will also stop at an Argan oil cooperative. We’ll continue on to Ouarzazate, the Sahara’s entrance and Africa’s Hollywood, where we’ll see the Atlas movie studio.
We’ll next drive down the Thousand Kasbahs Road, seeing Kasbahs on both sides of the road, before arriving at Rose Valley, where we’ll learn about rose products. Lastly, we’ll make our way to Dades Valley, where you’ll spend the night in a traditional Riad.
Day 2 : Dades Valley to Merzouga Desert via Todra Gorges and Erfoud
On the second day, we’ll eat breakfast before heading to the Todra Gorges, a natural paradise with gorges that’s great for rock climbing. After that, we’ll travel via Touroug’s palm orchards to a Berber fabric cooperative before continuing on to Erfoud and Merzouga. You’ll have some free time after settling into your hotel and drinking mint tea. After a camel trekking adventure, you’ll spend the night at a desert camp.
Day 3 : Merzouga Desert Tour and Camel Trekking
This day will be spent enjoying the Merzouga Desert’s natural splendor. You’ll go to Khamlia, a village populated by Black people from Mali who provide traditional life and music that you’ll appreciate. Next you’ll go on an off-road adventure to the black desert, where you’ll see the Mifis mine and watch Berbers at work in shafts that are around 30 meters deep. You’ll also meet nomads, eat Berber pizza, and tour one of the palm grove oasis. Next, you’ll take a camel walk to the camp, where you’ll listen to music around the campfire and spend the night beneath the stars.
Day 4 : Merzouga to Fes through Rissani, Ziz Valley, Cedar Forest, and Ifrane
On the final day, you’ll get up early to see the sunrise over the desert, followed by breakfast. Later we’ll go to Rissani, a town with an ancient and traditional way of life and a souk to explore. We’ll next travel via Ziz Valley to Midelt, pausing for magnificent vistas along the route. Afterwards we’ll go to the Cedar Forest, which is home to the Barbary macaques, and let them run free. Following that, we’ll travel to Ifrane to enjoy its splendor, which resembles alpine architecture and is surrounded by ski slopes and woods. Lastly, we’ll travel to Fes, the imperial city, and leave you off at your Riad or the airport, bringing your 4-day Marrakech to Fes tour to a close.
Included :
* Transportation both with A/C and Fuel
* Accommodation
* Service of pickup and drop-off
* Breakfast and dinner
*English/Spanish/ french speaking driver
* Medina's official guide
* Camel trip and overnight in the Desert Camp(per Person)
Excluded :
*Monument admission costs.
* Lunches and beverages
For More Options :
! Please note that the tour itinerary provided on our website is just a suggestion. We understand that every traveler has unique preferences and interests, so we are happy to work with you to create a custom itinerary tailored to your needs. Simply share your plans and ideas with us, and we will do our best to make it a reality. Contact us today to start planning your dream vacation in Morocco!
