Fes to Marrakech desert tour in 3 days
Quick answer: the 3 day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech leaves your riad in Fes, crosses the Middle Atlas and reaches Merzouga for a sunset camel ride and a night in a desert camp. Day 2 goes through Rissani and Todra Gorge to the Dades Valley, and day 3 crosses the Valley of Roses, Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech.
It is the most complete way to travel from Fes to Marrakech through the Sahara: instead of a 7-hour train, you cross southern Morocco with a night in the desert and two of its most famous landscapes, Todra and Dades.
You travel on a private tour with your own driver and an air-conditioned vehicle, stopping wherever you like.
Highlights of the Fes to Marrakech tour
Fes to Marrakech 3 day tour itinerary
Day 1Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga desert
Pick-up at around 8:00 from your accommodation. We pass Ifrane, the “little Switzerland”, have lunch in Midelt and drive down the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. At sunset, a camel ride to the camp in the dunes.
Day 2Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Sunrise over the dunes, camel ride back and breakfast. We pass Rissani and its market, continue through the oases to Todra Gorge and end the day in the Dades Valley.
Day 3Dades – Valley of Roses – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs and Kelaa M’Gouna (Valley of Roses) we reach Ouarzazate. Visit the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah and cross the High Atlas over Tizi n’Tichka to Marrakech.
What the tour price includes
✔ Included in the price
- Pick-up in Fes and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English or Spanish speaking driver
- Fuel
- 1 night in a desert camp and 1 night in a hotel in Dades
- 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Camel ride (one camel per person)
✖ Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Local guides (optional)
- Tips (optional)
- Travel insurance
Photos of the Fes to Marrakech tour
Route map: Fes – Merzouga – Marrakech
Travel with a local agency specialising in the Sahara
FAQ about the 3 day tour from Fes to Marrakech
How much does the 3 day tour from Fes to Marrakech cost?
The price depends on group size, season and accommodation level. As a private tour, the more travellers, the lower the price per person. Message us for a free quote.
How many hours of driving per day?
About 8 hours with stops on day 1, around 5 on day 2 and about 7 on day 3. For a slower pace, see the 4 day tour from Fes to Marrakech.
Can it be done from Marrakech to Fes?
Yes — see our desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
Is a luxury desert camp available?
Yes. We can book a luxury camp in Merzouga with a private bathroom.
When is the best time to go?
March to May and September to November. See our guide on the best time to visit Morocco.