Explore the Sahara desert of Morocco on an epic 3 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour that offers a great opportunity to meet the locals and experience an authentic desert trip.
By joining the 3 days tour from Fes to Marrakech, you will get to ride camels crossing the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend an unforgettable night in a luxury desert camp, where you will enjoy the complete silence among the high dunes in Merzouga. This place feels like a million miles from civilization.
Apart from the camel trekking experience, sunset & sunrise over Erg Chebbi, and the night in the desert, your Fes to Marrakech 3 day tour will take you across the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga and across the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Get to watch the Barbary macaques in the cedar forest near Azrou, one of the famous old-world monkey species. Explore the Todra Canyon, visit the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and many more.
Driving across the Middle Atlas Mountains
Observing Barbary apes in the cedar forest of the Middle Atlas
Camel trekking excursion through the Sahara desert
Watching the sunset and sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes
Spending a memorable night in a luxury desert camp
Strolling under the Todra Gorge in Tinghir
Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou
Driving through the High Atlas Mountains and its Tizi n’Tichka pass while enjoying beautiful views
Opting for the private Fes to Marrakech desert tour through Morocco Fabulous Travel is your gateway to an unforgettable desert adventure. This personalized journey includes the comfort of a private vehicle, accompanied by our knowledgeable driver/guide, who will accompany you every step of the way from Fes to Marrakech, offering insights into the rich culture of this Moroccan region.
Our private Fes to Marrakech 3 day desert tour is designed to provide an authentic local experience. We offer a fully customizable itinerary tailored to your unique interests, requirements, and budget.
Furthermore, you have the freedom to select your accommodations, ensuring they align perfectly with your preferences. To better understand the possibilities that await you, please explore the suggested itinerary for this tour below.
Participating in our small shared 3-day Sahara tour from Fes to Marrakech provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow travelers worldwide.
Firstly, we limit our group tours to a maximum of 10 participants, ensuring an authentic and intimate desert experience.
Secondly, while transportation is shared, you enjoy the privacy of a private tent in a luxurious desert camp in Merzouga desert and your own room in a charming hotel in Dades Valley.
To understand what to expect from the small shared group trip version, we invite you to explore the details of our Fes to Marrakech shared desert tour.
Take a look at the itinerary for the 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tours below. This will give you an idea of what the trip is like. If you want to change the itinerary or are interested in a more extended excursion, please let us know by filling out the contact form below.
Your Fes to Marrakech desert tour commences right after your morning meal at your hotel or riad. From there, we journey to the captivating Moroccan desert. Our first pause takes us to Ifrane, often called the ‘Switzerland of Morocco.’
Continuing our trip, we traverse the Middle Atlas Mountains, pausing amidst the cedar forests to observe the fascinating Barbary macaques, a unique primate species native to the region.
Lunch is arranged at a restaurant along our route, providing flexibility to dine at your preferred time. As we near Merzouga, a picturesque panorama of the Ziz Valley, full of palm trees, awaits our admiration.
Merzouga greets us in the late afternoon, marking the beginning of an enchanting camel trek. Each traveler embarks on a camel, setting out for a luxury desert camp nestled amidst the sweeping dunes of Erg Chebbi. On the way, we will stop to watch a breathtaking sunset from a high dune. Delight in an unforgettable evening steeped in the Sahara Desert’s local culture. Experience rhythmic drumming, enthralling storytelling, and the amazing starry night sky of the desert.
Driving distance: Approximately 500 km
Driving time: Approximately 7 hr 30 min
An early morning today is highly recommended to watch a peaceful sunrise. After a tasty breakfast at your camp, you can choose your preferred return mode to Merzouga town: a camel trek or a comfortable 4×4 car ride.
Embark on a scenic journey to Boumalne Dades, passing through Rissani, Erfoud, and the stunning Todgha Gorges. Suppose your visit coincides with a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday. In that case, you will have the opportunity to explore a traditional market in Rissani, providing insight into the vibrant culture of southern Morocco. Take a leisurely stroll along the Todra River and beneath the imposing Todgha Gorge in Tinghir.
Reach Boumalne Dades in the afternoon. Prior to settling into your accommodation, embark on a picturesque drive through the Dades Valley to a location offering breathtaking views of the remarkable rock formations famously known as the ‘monkey fingers.’ Your evening will be spent in the comfort of a charming hotel in the heart of the Dades Valley.
Driving distance: Approximately 275 km
Driving time: Approximately 4 hr
Today marks the conclusion of your 3 day Fez to Marrakech desert tour. Following a yummy breakfast at your accommodation, embark on a scenic drive to Ait Ben Haddou, passing through the enchanting Valley of Roses and Ouarzazate. This route takes you through numerous picturesque Berber villages.
In Ouarzazate, you have the option to explore the Atlas Studio. In this studio, various film sets and decorations from numerous movies are preserved. You can also choose to take some memorable photos from outside only, then carry on.
A mere 15 kilometers from Ouarzazate lies the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, recognized for its appearances in Game of Thrones as Yunkai and its roles in numerous other iconic films such as Gladiator.
Following a visit to the Kasbah and a satisfying lunch, your journey continues to Marrakech, leading you through the majestic High Atlas Mountains and the elevated Tizi n’Tichka pass, which stands at 2260 meters above sea level. Along this scenic route, enjoy the breathtaking landscapes that unfold before you. Your day concludes with your arrival in Marrakech, expected in the late afternoon.
Driving distance: Approximately 353 km
Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min
As you embark on our 3 day Fes to Marrakech desert tour, the price includes your accommodations for overnight stays in both the enchanting Merzouga desert and the captivating Dades Valley.
We do not offer standard camps with shared bathing facilities due to their lower quality. Our priority is to provide you with a premium desert experience, so we exclusively offer luxury desert camps. These camps feature individual tents with private bathrooms and showers, ensuring comfort and the best desert experience possible.
During the booking process, kindly specify your preferred accommodation type for the duration of the trip. To assist you in making your choice, we present three options for your consideration:
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To emphasize, it is worth noting that you can choose to, for instance, spend the first night at Caravanserai Luxury Desert Camp and the following night at Hotel Babylon Dades. Should you have specific preferences for accommodations, please feel free to share them with us. Our team is dedicated to assisting you and ensuring all arrangements align with your preferences.
The starting price for our 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour is as low as €150 per person. However, please be aware that the total cost changes based on several variables, including the size of your travel group, your choice of accommodations, and the time of year you intend to travel. The larger your group, the more cost-effective the per-person rate becomes.
For personalized and accurate pricing information that suits your specific group, we encourage you to contact us using the form below. Our expert team will swiftly provide you with pricing details that align perfectly with your preferences.
Please use the below form to email us and we will get back to you as soon as possible. If you do not hear back from us within 24 hours, please send us a WhatsApp message or call us at +212668662320. We are looking forward to hearing from you.
While making your reservation, kindly let us know your dietary preferences, including any specific requirements for vegetarian or vegan diets.
During lunchtime, our guide will carefully choose restaurants known for their freshness and culinary excellence to ensure your utmost satisfaction during the trip. If you have a specific restaurant in mind, do not hesitate to inform your guide, and they will do their best to accommodate your request.
While this tour is typically private, you can join a small group by opting for our shared Fes to Marrakech desert tour.
Initially, your itinerary includes just one night in the Merzouga desert. However, if you choose our 4 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour, you will have additional time for a more comprehensive and immersive desert experience.
Alternatively, you can opt for our Marrakech to Fes desert tour, which follows the opposite route.
If a 3-day desert tour is not feasible for your schedule, consider our 2-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour option. Please be aware that this condensed itinerary involves significant driving.
Besides securing your 3 day Fes to Marrakech desert tour, you can also explore additional activities and excursions available before, during, or after your main tour. If any of these activities align with your preferences, kindly inform us during the booking process, and we will gladly assist in organizing your choices.
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The journey from Fes to the Merzouga desert covers a distance of 500 kilometers, which is approximately equivalent to 310 miles.
Absolutely! We offer you a different choice. If camel riding is not your preference, we are more than happy to transport you to the camp in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle at no additional cost.
Certainly, all the camps we offer are categorized as luxury camps, ensuring your comfort with the convenience of private en-suite bathrooms.
This is a great question! The vehicles we use depend on the number of travelers in your group. We usually use a Toyota Prado Land Cruiser TX, Ford 8 seater van, and Mercedes Benz sprinter minibus that can seat eight to seventeen passengers as well as other comfortable automobiles.
The early bird catches the worm, it is recommended to book the trip as soon as possible.
Our payment procedure is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your reservation, we kindly ask for a small deposit. This deposit can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise when you make your booking. The outstanding balance is due in cash on the first day of your tour directly to our knowledgeable driver/guide. You have the flexibility to pay in euros, US dollars, or an equivalent sum in dirhams.
We will get back to you within 24 hours. However, please send us a WhatsApp message or call us at +212668662320 if you do not hear back from us soon.
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