Highlights
- 3-Day Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga
- Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset & sunrise
- Overnight Sahara desert camp with Berber music
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage site
- Explore Todra Gorges & Atlas Mountains landscapes
Description
3-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Camel Trek • Desert Camp • Atlas Mountains • Kasbahs • Sahara Sunrise & Sunset
Discover one of the most popular Sahara Desert tours from Marrakech to Fes on this unforgettable 3-day journey across Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, explore UNESCO-listed kasbahs, visit dramatic gorges, and experience the magic of the Sahara with a camel trek and overnight desert camp.
Perfect for couples, solo travelers, families, and small groups seeking adventure, culture, and authentic Moroccan experiences.
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Day 1: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Tinghir
Your adventure begins with pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with scenic stops and panoramic views.
Visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historic kasbahs and film locations. Continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses before arriving in Tinghir.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a comfortable hotel with traditional Moroccan hospitality.
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Day 2: Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Merzouga – Sahara Desert
After breakfast, explore the impressive Todra Gorges, where towering canyon cliffs create one of Morocco’s most dramatic natural landscapes.
Continue toward Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara Desert. In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Arrive at your desert camp and enjoy:
• Traditional Moroccan dinner
• Live Berber music around the campfire
• Overnight stay in a Sahara desert tent (standard or luxury option)
Optional activities such as sandboarding or quad biking are available.
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Day 3: Sahara Sunrise – Ziz Valley – Middle Atlas – Fes
Wake early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, return by camel or 4x4 to meet your driver.
Travel through the scenic Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas Mountains, with stops to enjoy panoramic views and spot Barbary monkeys in the cedar forests.
Arrive in the historic city of Fes in the evening with drop-off at your accommodation.
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⭐ Tour Highlights
• 3-Day Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech to Fes
• Camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
• Overnight Sahara desert camp experience
• Visit Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage site
• Explore Todra Gorges & Atlas Mountains landscapes
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Why Choose This Tour?
This Marrakech to Fes desert tour offers the perfect balance of adventure, culture, and comfort in just three days. From camel trekking in the Sahara to discovering Morocco’s most iconic landscapes, it’s one of the best ways to experience the country in a short time.
Book now to secure your place on one of the top-rated Sahara desert tours from Marrakech.
Includes
Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech and Fes
Comfortable air-conditioned transport for the full 3-day journey
Professional licensed driver (English, French & Arabic speaking)
Fuel, tolls, and all transportation-related costs
1-night stay in a hotel in Tinghir (private room & bathroom)
1-night Sahara desert camp (standard or luxury option)
Sunset & sunrise camel trekking in Erg Chebbi dunes
Optional 4x4 transfer to the desert camp (on request)
Traditional Moroccan dinners at the hotel and desert camp
Daily breakfasts (vegetarian/vegan options available)
Berber music and campfire experience in the desert
Sandboarding experience on the Sahara dunes
Guided walk in Todra Gorges
Visit to Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Scenic stops: Atlas Mountains, Ziz Valley, cedar forest & Ifrane
Luggage transport throughout the tour
Excludes
Lunches and drinks throughout the tour
Local guide at Ait Ben Haddou (approx. €2–€3 per person)
Tips and personal expenses
Optional activities (quad biking, buggy, etc. in Merzouga)
Important Information
- Tour starts at 7:00 AM on Day 1 and ends around 8:00 PM on Day 3
- Pickup details are sent by 5:00 PM the day before via WhatsApp/email
- Note: 6:00 PM is info time, not departure time
- For last-minute bookings, details are shared as soon as possible
- Pickup from hotel/riad or nearest meeting point (max 5 min walk)
- Drop-off included under the same conditions
- Accommodation:
– Standard camp: shared bathroom
– Luxury camp: private bathroom
- Included: camel ride, sandboarding, breakfasts & dinners
- Optional activities:
– 4x4 transfer to camp (free, instead of camel)
– Quad biking (€40/person, ~1 hour, min. 2 people)
– Buggy experience (available at camp)
- Weather: hot in summer, cold nights in winter — bring suitable clothing
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
