3-Day Shared Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour

Tour Details

• Tour: 3-Day Shared Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
• Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
• Departure: Marrakech
• Arrival: Fes
• Tour Type: Shared group desert tour
• Main Desert Destination: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi
• Transport: Shared air-conditioned minibus
• Accommodation: 1 night in the Dades Valley + 1 night in a desert camp in Erg Chebbi
• Camel Trek: Included
• Desert Camp: Included
• Meals: Breakfasts and dinners included
• Pickup: Marrakech hotel or riad, where accessible
• Best For: Solo travelers, couples, friends, and small groups
• Departure Time: Around 7:00–7:30 AM from Marrakech
• Arrival in Fes: Late afternoon or early evening on Day 3

Highlights of the 3-Day Shared Marrakech to Fes Tour

• Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
• Visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Discover Ouarzazate, known for its kasbahs and film history.
• Travel through the scenic Skoura Oasis and Valley of the Roses.
• Spend a night in the beautiful Dades Valley.
• Explore the dramatic rock walls of Todra Gorge.
• Travel through the landscapes of Tinghir, Erfoud, and Rissani.
• Reach Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi Sahara dunes.
• Enjoy a memorable camel trek at sunset.
• Spend the night at a desert camp in the Sahara.
• Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at the camp.
• Listen to traditional music around the campfire.
• Experience stargazing in the Sahara Desert.
• Wake up early for sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
• Cross the scenic Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains.
• Stop near Azrou to see Barbary macaque monkeys.
• Pass through Ifrane before arriving in Fes.

Detailed 3-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Your 3-day shared Marrakech to Fes desert tour begins in Marrakech at approximately 7:00–7:30 AM.

Meet your driver and fellow travelers before departing toward the spectacular High Atlas Mountains.

Cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, reaching an altitude of approximately 2,260 meters. Along the route, enjoy views of mountain villages, valleys, and changing landscapes.

Continue toward Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous historic ksars and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take time to explore the area and photograph its traditional earthen architecture.

A local guide at Ait Ben Haddou can be arranged as an optional extra.

After the visit, continue toward Ouarzazate, where you can stop for lunch.

The journey then continues through the Skoura Oasis, known for its palm groves and kasbahs, before passing through the scenic Valley of the Roses.

Continue toward the Dades Valley, where you will arrive in the evening.

Enjoy dinner and spend the night at your hotel or riad.

Overnight: Dades Valley
Meals: Dinner
Main highlights: High Atlas Mountains, Tizi n’Tichka Pass, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Skoura Oasis, Valley of the Roses, Dades Valley

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi

After breakfast, leave the Dades Valley and continue toward Tinghir and the famous Todra Gorge.

Stop at Todra Gorge to admire its spectacular limestone cliffs and dramatic landscapes. This is a great opportunity to walk around and take photographs.

Continue through the southern Moroccan landscapes toward Erfoud and Rissani before reaching Merzouga.

As you approach Merzouga, the landscape changes dramatically and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi appear on the horizon.

In the late afternoon, meet the camel team and begin your sunset camel trek through the Sahara dunes.

Ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes while watching the changing colors of the desert as the sun sets.

After reaching the desert camp, settle into your accommodation and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner.

Spend the evening around the campfire listening to traditional music and enjoying the peaceful Sahara night.

You can also spend time stargazing beneath the clear desert sky.

Overnight: Erg Chebbi desert camp
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Main highlights: Todra Gorge, Tinghir, Erfoud, Rissani, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi, camel trek, Sahara sunset, desert camp, dinner, traditional music, stargazing

Day 3: Merzouga – Sahara Sunrise – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes

Wake up early to experience the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes.

After sunrise, return to the desert camp and enjoy breakfast before continuing your journey toward Fes.

Leave the Merzouga area and travel through the scenic Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and dramatic landscapes.

Continue toward Midelt, located between the High Atlas and Middle Atlas Mountains, where you can stop for lunch.

In the afternoon, continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the cedar forests near Azrou.

Depending on the route and conditions, you may have the opportunity to see Barbary macaque monkeys in the forest area.

Continue toward Ifrane, sometimes known for its European-style architecture and mountain setting.

From Ifrane, continue to Fes, where the 3-day shared Marrakech to Fes desert tour comes to an end.

Meals: Breakfast
Main highlights: Sahara sunrise, Erg Chebbi, Ziz Valley, Midelt, Middle Atlas Mountains, Azrou, Barbary macaque monkeys, Ifrane, Fes

What’s Included in the 3-Day Shared Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour

✔️ Shared air-conditioned transportation from Marrakech to Fes

✔️ Pickup from your Marrakech hotel or riad, where accessible

✔️ Experienced English-speaking driver

✔️ One night accommodation in the Dades Valley

✔️ One night at a desert camp in Erg Chebbi

✔️ Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes

✔️ Sunset camel ride

✔️ Sahara desert camp experience

✔️ Breakfast on Day 2 and Day 3

✔️ Dinner on Day 1 and Day 2

✔️ Traditional music around the desert campfire

✔️ Stops at the main attractions included in the itinerary

✔️ Sahara sunrise experience

What’s Not Included

❌ Lunches during the journey

❌ Drinks and personal beverages

❌Tips for the driver, guides, or camp staff

❌ Optional local guide at Ait Ben Haddou

❌ Personal expenses

❌ Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

What to Bring

We recommend bringing:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Hat or cap
• Comfortable clothing
• Warm clothing for the desert evening
• Camera or smartphone
• Small overnight bag
• Personal medication
• Reusable water bottle

Booking and Payment

A 30% deposit is required to confirm your booking.

The remaining balance is paid according to the booking arrangements.

We accept several payment methods, including:

• PayPal
• Bank transfer
• Credit card
• Cash in EUR, USD, GBP, or MAD

Please contact us before booking if you have a special request, dietary requirement, or accommodation preference.

Who Is This 3-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour Best For?

This shared Sahara tour is suitable for:

• Solo travelers
• Couples
• Friends
• Small groups
• Budget-conscious travelers
• First-time visitors to Morocco
• Travelers who want to experience the Sahara between Marrakech and Fes
• Travelers interested in camel trekking and desert camping
• Travelers who want to visit Ait Ben Haddou and Merzouga on the same journey

Why Choose a Shared Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour?

A shared tour allows you to travel between Marrakech and Fes while sharing transportation and parts of the journey with other travelers.

Instead of traveling directly between the two cities, you will discover some of Morocco’s most famous destinations along the way.

The route combines:

Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga → Erg Chebbi → Sahara Camp → Ziz Valley → Azrou → Ifrane → Fes

This makes the journey an opportunity to experience Morocco’s mountains, kasbahs, valleys, gorges, Sahara dunes, and Middle Atlas landscapes in one 3-day trip.