Marrakech–Fes 3-Day Sahara Tour

Marrakech



Journey from Marrakech to Fes through the Atlas Mountains and Sahara dunes. Enjoy a camel ride, a sunset over Erg Chebbi, and an unforgettable night in a desert camp.

Highlights

  • Sunset camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
  • Overnight stay in a Sahara desert camp with Berber music.
  • Visit Aït Benhaddou and Atlas Mountain landscapes.
  • Explore Todra Gorge and scenic valleys.
  • Journey from Marrakech to Fes through iconic desert routes.

Description

Begin your journey in Marrakech and travel across the stunning High Atlas Mountains, passing Berber villages and dramatic landscapes. Visit the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient architecture and movie locations. Continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of the Roses before heading toward the Dades region. Your first night will be spent in Dades Valley or Tinghir, depending on hotel availability, both offering beautiful scenery, traditional hospitality, and a comfortable night’s stay. On day two, explore the impressive Todra Gorge with its towering limestone cliffs before making your way to Merzouga on the edge of the Sahara. Meet your camel caravan and ride into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets. Arrive at your desert camp for a traditional dinner, Berber drumming, and an unforgettable night under the star-filled sky. Wake early on the final day to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, travel through the Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas region, passing cedar forests, volcanic landscapes, and charming local towns. Your 3-day adventure ends with drop-off in Fes after experiencing Morocco’s most iconic and diverse landscapes.

Includes

Hotel or riad pickup in Marrakech and drop-off in Fes (nearest accessible point). Modern air-conditioned minibus or 4×4 with professional, English/French/Spanish-speaking driver-guide. 1 night in a comfortable hotel/riad in Dades Valley or Tinghir (private ensuite room, dinner & breakfast). 1 night in a traditional or luxury Sahara desert camp in Merzouga/Erg Chebbi (private tent, dinner & breakfast). Sunset and sunrise camel treks in the Erg Chebbi dunes (one camel per person). Sandboarding in the dunes. Henna tattoo experience. Opportunity to wear traditional Berber clothing for photos and cultural immersion. Short guided walk in the Todra Gorge or valley. Scenic photo stops at Aït Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas viewpoints. Breaks in Ifrane and the cedar forest with the chance to see Barbary macaque monkeys.

Excludes

Lunches and drinks. Monument entrance fees and local guides (e.g., Aït Benhaddou approx. €2). Tips and gratuities for driver, guides and camp staff (optional). Optional desert activities such as quad biking or buggy tours.

Important Information

  • The tour begins at 7:00 AM on Day 1 and ends around 7:00 PM on Day 3. Pickup details are sent the day before the tour by 5:00 PM via WhatsApp and email. Pickup is from your hotel or riad if accessible by car, or from a nearby meeting point within a 5-minute walk. Drop-off follows the same rules. Accommodation includes private tents (standard with shared bathrooms or luxury with private bathrooms). Camel rides, sandboarding, dinners, and breakfasts are included. Optional extras: free 4×4 transfer to the camp, quad biking (€40/1h, minimum 2 people), and buggy tours on request. Summer days are hot and winter nights can be cold, so please pack accordingly.

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