3 Days from Marrakech To Fez Desert Tour

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley

Leave Marrakech early in the morning. Travel through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass of the High Atlas Mountains. Enjoy sweeping views and traditional Berber villages carved into the cliffs.

Your first major stop is the famous Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed fortress and filming location for movies like Gladiator and The Mummy. Walk the ancient paths and admire the earthen architecture.

Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa.” Visit the Taourirt Kasbah or grab a quick look at a film studio. Head toward the Valley of Roses, then into the stunning Dades Valley. Spend the night in a local guesthouse surrounded by dramatic rock formations.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga – Camel Trek

After breakfast, drive through the Dades Valley’s winding roads. Your next highlight is the Todra Gorges, a deep canyon with towering cliffs on both sides. Perfect for a short walk and stunning pictures.

In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Switch from car to camel and start your ride across the golden sands. The silence of the desert and the changing light at sunset are simply magical.

Reach your desert camp and settle into your tent. After a hearty Moroccan dinner, enjoy traditional music around the fire. Sleep under the stars or inside your cozy desert tent.

Day 3: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes

Wake up early to watch the sun rise over the dunes. After breakfast, ride camels back to Merzouga village. Begin your journey north through the Ziz Valley, a lush corridor of palm trees and oases.

Stop in Midelt for lunch, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains. Then pass through Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its clean streets and alpine vibe.

By late afternoon or evening, arrive in Fes, the country’s oldest imperial city. Your desert journey ends, but your Moroccan adventure continues.

Tour Highlights

• Cross the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’Tichka Pass

• Visit the ancient Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

• Explore Ouarzazate and its film heritage

• Discover the dramatic Todra Gorges

• Ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunes

• Overnight in a traditional Sahara desert camp

• Drive through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas

• Stop in Ifrane, Morocco’s alpine town

Why Choose This Marrakech to Fes Tour?

This route offers a deep dive into Morocco’s natural beauty and rich culture. It’s perfect for travelers who want to explore the Sahara Desert and connect two of Morocco’s most iconic cities—Marrakech and Fes.

You’ll experience everything from historic sites to Berber villages, desert camps to scenic valleys. The journey is comfortable, exciting, and full of unforgettable moments.

Book Your 3-Day Marrakech to Fes Tour Today

This 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is the ultimate Moroccan road trip. From kasbahs to camel rides, gorges to golden dunes—this experience delivers magic at every turn.

Don’t wait. Reserve your tour now and let the Sahara lead you to Fes in style and adventure.