From Marrakech: Unforgettable 3-Day Desert Tour to Fes
Middle Atlas, Marrakech
Explore Morocco's Sahara in a 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fes. Enjoy camel rides, stunning sunsets and luxury camping under the stars.
Sahara Desert and Atlas Mountains 3-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes
This 3-day guided tour suits travelers interested in exploring Morocco’s diverse landscapes, from the High Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert and ending in Fes.
Description
Begin your journey in Marrakech and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, Morocco’s highest mountain road. Stop at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its historic kasbahs and film locations. Continue through the Valley of the Roses before arriving in Tinghir for an overnight stay in a local hotel.
On day two, visit Todra Gorge with its dramatic cliffs and river. Proceed to the Sahara Desert edge for a camel trek across sand dunes, followed by dinner at a traditional desert camp under the stars.
The final day includes a visit to Erfoud, famous for fossils, passing through cedar forests inhabited by Barbary macaques, then crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains before arriving in Fes for drop-off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Camels trek through the Sahara Desert sands
- Overnight in a traditional desert camp with Berber music
- UNESCO World Heritage site visit: Kasbah Ait Benhaddou
- Scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains
- Experience Berber community hospitality
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from hotel/riad (or nearby meeting point)
- Air-conditioned van with onboard Wi-Fi
- Fuel, tolls, and all transportation costs
- Experienced local driver-guide throughout
- Luggage service during the tour
- 1-night hotel or riad accommodation with private room and bathroom
- 1-night stay in Sahara desert camp (standard or luxury)
- Berber drumming and music experience at the camp
- Breakfasts and dinners with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Sunset and sunrise camel rides in the Sahara Desert
- Optional free 4×4 transfer to desert camp instead of camel riding
- Sandboarding experience on Sahara dunes
- Guided walk in Todra Gorge
- Visits to Ait Ben Haddou, Erfoud, Ziz Valley, cedar forest with monkeys, and Ifrane
Excludes
- Lunches and drinks
- Local guide inside Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (approximately €2 per person)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional quad biking or buggy rides at the desert camp
Important Information
- Tour starts at 7:00 AM on day 1 and ends around 8:00 PM on day 3
- Pickup details sent by 5:00 PM the day before via WhatsApp and email
- Pickup from hotel or nearby meeting point (within 5 minutes’ walk)
- Accommodation: private tents at the desert camp (standard with shared bathrooms, luxury with private bathrooms)
- Camel rides, sandboarding, and meals are included
- Optional activities:
- 4×4 transfer to camp instead of camel ride (free of charge)
- Quad biking (€40 per person, 1 hour, minimum 2 people)
- Buggy adventure (price on request)
- Weather varies: hot summers and cold nights in winter; pack clothing accordingly
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For best experience, book in advance to secure your preferred dates. Bring layered clothing for temperature changes and comfortable shoes for walking and camel rides.
