3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

1. Ifrane National Park
   20m
   Discover Ifrane, a picturesque mountain town in Morocco's Middle Atlas known for its alpine-style architecture, clean streets, and cool climate. Often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” Ifrane offers a striking contrast to the historic medina of Fes and marks one of the first scenic stops on the journey toward the Sahara Desert.
2. 20m
   Continue through the Middle Atlas to Azrou, an area known for its extensive cedar forests and native Barbary macaques. Stop among the cedar trees to enjoy the mountain scenery and, when the monkeys are present, observe them in their natural environment before continuing toward Midelt.
3. 1h 15m · Admission ticket not included
   Travel south through the scenic Atlas Mountains toward Midelt, a town located between the Middle Atlas and High Atlas ranges. Stop here for lunch and a short break before continuing toward the dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco and the Ziz Valley.
4. 30m · Admission ticket included
   Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Ziz Valley, one of the most impressive landscapes on the route to Merzouga. Admire the vast palm-filled oasis stretching along the Ziz River, surrounded by arid mountains and desert scenery, and enjoy a short break before continuing toward the Sahara.
5. Merzouga Desert
   12h · Admission ticket included
   Arrive in Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara Desert and begin one of the highlights of the journey. Ride a camel across the desert landscape toward your Berber-style camp, surrounded by the dunes of Merzouga. After arriving at camp, enjoy dinner and the peaceful atmosphere of the Sahara before spending the night beneath the desert sky. This overnight desert experience is one of the signature moments of the 3-day Fes to Marrakech journey.

Day 2: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Kelaat M'Gouna – Ouarzazate

1. Merzouga Desert
   8h · Admission ticket included
   Wake early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes, one of the most memorable moments of the Merzouga desert experience. After sunrise, return by camel from the desert camp and enjoy breakfast. You will also have time to freshen up before departing Merzouga and continuing the journey toward Todra Gorge.
2. 2h · Admission ticket not included
   Continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where towering limestone cliffs rise dramatically above the valley and river. Take time to walk through the gorge, admire the impressive rock formations, and enjoy the scenery before stopping for lunch in the area. Todra Gorge is one of the most famous natural attractions on the route between Merzouga and Ouarzazate.
3. 1h · Admission ticket included
   Travel through Kelaat M'Gouna, known as Morocco's Rose Valley and famous for its fragrant roses and locally produced rose products. Stop to discover the area's scenery and learn about traditional products such as rose water and rose oil before continuing along the Valley of Roses toward Ouarzazate.
4. 10h · Admission ticket included
   Arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening after traveling through the landscapes of southern Morocco. Known as the “Gateway to the Sahara,” Ouarzazate is famous for its kasbahs, desert scenery, and long connection with international film productions. Settle into your hotel, enjoy dinner, and spend the night in Ouarzazate before continuing toward Aït Ben Haddou and Marrakech the following morning.

Day 3: Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – Marrakech

1. 1h · Admission ticket included
   After breakfast, begin the final day of the journey with a short visit in Ouarzazate before traveling toward the historic fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou. Enjoy views of the area's distinctive kasbah architecture and southern Moroccan landscapes as the tour continues toward Marrakech.
2. Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
   1h · Admission ticket included
   Explore the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, one of Morocco's most iconic fortified villages. Wander among its traditional earthen buildings and narrow passages while discovering a remarkable example of southern Moroccan architecture. Aït Ben Haddou has also served as a filming location for numerous international movies and television productions before the journey continues across the Atlas Mountains toward Marrakech.
3. Jemaa el-Fnaa
   Pass by
   Cross the High Atlas Mountains toward Marrakech, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way. Stop at an argan oil cooperative to discover how traditional argan oil is produced before continuing to Marrakech, where the 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert journey concludes.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from hotels and riads in Fes. Please provide your accommodation name and address when booking. If your accommodation is located inside the medina or in an area that is not accessible by vehicle, pickup will be arranged from the nearest accessible meeting point. Please be ready 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels