3 Day Private Tour Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga desert

5.0 (3 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration3 days
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Overview

This 3-day private tour from Marrakech to Fes offers a once-in-a-lifetime desert adventure. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs like Ait Ben Haddou, ride camels through golden dunes, and sleep under the stars in a Sahara camp. With a private guide, customizable stops, and authentic cultural experiences, this journey blends comfort, adventure, and Moroccan tradition in one unforgettable trip.

What's included

  • private transport vehicle with A/C
  • Camel Trekking ( per person )
  • Proffessional driver & English guide
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • pick up from the airport & drop you at the hotel or riad
  • 2 nights (First night Dades gorge, Second Night Merzouga Desert)

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Boumalne Dades
  1. Ait Ben Haddou
    1h
    Your desert adventure begins with a morning departure from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. You’ll travel across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass—offering spectacular panoramic views of Berber villages perched on the hillsides.
    Stop to explore the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its appearance in Hollywood films like Gladiator and The Mummy.
    After lunch in Ouarzazate, often called the "Hollywood of Africa" for its famous film studios, we continue to the palm-filled Skoura Oasis and then follow the picturesque Valley of Roses.
    Arrive in Boumalne Dades by late afternoon, where dramatic rock formations welcome you to the stunning Dades Gorges.
Day 2: Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert Camp
  1. Todra Gorge
    5h
    After breakfast, the journey continues through Tinghir, a traditional Berber town known for its lush palm groves. Explore the breathtaking Todra Gorge, a dramatic canyon with 300-meter-high cliffs—ideal for photos or a short walk.
    Continue to Erfoud, famous for its marble fossil workshops, where you’ll discover ancient treasures carved from stone.
    In the afternoon, we reach Merzouga, where your camel awaits for a trek across the rolling sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Marvel at the changing colors of the desert as the sun sets.
    Arrive at your desert camp in the heart of the dunes. Enjoy traditional music, dinner around the campfire, and a night under the stars in a fully-equipped tent.
Day 3: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes
  1. Azrou Cedar Forest
    7h
    Start your day early to witness a magical sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Ride your camel back to the village where your driver awaits.
    Travel north through the impressive Ziz Valley, with panoramic views over thousands of palm trees and dramatic gorges. Stop for photos and enjoy the beauty of the region near Errachidia.
    Lunch in Midelt, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains, known for its apple orchards and mineral mining.
    Continue through cedar forests and Berber villages, where you may spot Barbary macaques living freely among the trees.
    Make a stop in Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” known for its European-style architecture and cleanliness. You’ll also visit the iconic stone lion monument.
    Arrive in Fes by evening, where we drop you off at your riad or hotel—marking the end of an epic 3-day desert journey.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The private tour from Marrakech to Fes takes around 3 days. We offer pick-up from their riad or hotel in Marrakech

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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