Private 3-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech To Fes — Camel Ride, Sunset Views & Desert Camp Experience
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The 3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes takes you on a varied journey across Morocco’s most iconic landscapes. Starting in Marrakech, you’ll cross the dramatic High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs and lush valleys, and experience the Sahara desert with your own camel trek and overnight camp in the dunes. This itinerary blends cultural heritage, natural beauty, and desert adventure into an unforgettable short trip across Morocco.
Quick Overview: A private 3-day Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, including High Atlas Mountain views, kasbahs, camel trek into the Sahara, and a night in a desert camp.
This short Sahara journey between Marrakech and Fes is ideal for travellers who want to experience Morocco’s desert landscapes without committing to a long itinerary. Over three days, you’ll travel from the vibrant streets of Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains, passing historic kasbahs, scenic valleys, and dramatic gorges before reaching the Sahara.
The itinerary is thoughtfully designed to balance cultural discovery, natural beauty, and desert adventure. From a camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to spending a night under the stars in a traditional desert camp, this route offers a complete Sahara experience before continuing to the imperial city of Fes.
This desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is ideal for travellers seeking an authentic Sahara experience in just three days.
Below is the detailed day-by-day itinerary for your 3-day journey from Marrakech to Fes via the Merzouga Desert, including key stops, overnight locations, and included experiences.
Explore the best of Merzouga with our 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel or Riad in Marrakech and drive across the Tizi n’Tichka pass in the high Atlas Mountains. You will visit the Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage site and after lunch, we will visit Ouarzazate and its Atlas Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. We continue driving via Skoura and Roses Valley. You spend the night in a Riad in Dades Gorges.
After breakfast, our Marrakech to Fes desert tour 3 days continues, and we will drive to Todra Gorges, Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud. We arrive at Merzouga, from where we ride camels to the camp. We watch a majestic sunset, and we reach comfortable private tents. After a delicious dinner, we listen to Berber music and drums.
After an early morning wake up we watch the desert sunrise in Erg Chebbi, then after breakfast, the Marrakech to Fes desert tour drive us through Rissani, Erfoud, and Midelt to explore the cedar forests of Azrou. We arrive in Fes, and we drop you off at your accommodation, and our 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fes ends.
This 3-day desert tour includes all the essentials for a comfortable and worry-free experience:
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If you’re looking for a different duration or itinerary, explore our other desert tours departing from Marrakech, including shorter trips and extended Sahara adventures.
Yes, it’s ideal for travellers who want to experience the Sahara in a short timeframe. The tour combines mountain landscapes, cultural sites, and a night in the desert, offering a complete experience without needing a longer itinerary.
The total driving time is around 9 to 10 hours, divided over two days. The journey includes scenic stops at the Atlas Mountains, valleys, and historic sites, making the drive comfortable and enjoyable.
Camel trekking is safe and suitable for most travellers. The ride is led by experienced local guides, and well-trained camels are used. For those who prefer not to ride camels, a 4×4 transfer to the camp can be arranged.
The overnight stay is in a traditional desert camp located in the Erg Chebbi dunes. The camp offers comfortable tents, dinner, breakfast, and a unique opportunity to enjoy the desert atmosphere under the stars.
Yes, the tour is private, meaning the itinerary, pace, and stops can be customised based on your preferences, making the experience more flexible and personal.
Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are recommended for the daytime. Since desert nights can be cool, especially in winter, warm layers should also be packed.
Our Morocco tours depart from Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca, Tangier, Agadir, Rabat, and Errachidia, offering private and small-group desert tours to Merzouga, Zagora and imperial cities. Designed by local experts, our itineraries combine culture, adventure, and comfort.
