- ETG 1, 1007 Rte de Safi, 40000 Marrakech , Morocco
From Marrakech to Fes, an unforgettable journey across the Sahara
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey with this unforgettable Marrakech to Fes desert tour. Over three incredible days, you’ll travel through the heart of Morocco — from the bustling souks of Marrakech to the spiritual city of Fes — crossing the majestic Atlas Mountains and the endless dunes of the Sahara. This is not just a transfer; it’s a full desert adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes, ancient kasbahs, camel trekking, and magical nights under the stars.
Your Morocco desert tour begins with an early morning pick-up from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. Travel through the scenic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 meters), where winding roads offer panoramic views of Berber villages clinging to the slopes.
The first major stop is the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a stunning fortified village that has appeared in numerous films like Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and The Mummy. Enjoy a guided walk through the ksar and capture the essence of ancient Morocco.
After lunch in Ait Ben Haddou, continue your desert journey through Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and then into the Dades Valley, known for its dramatic gorges and rock formations. Stop along the way for photos and scenic views before reaching your hotel in Boumalne Dades, such as Kasbah Amazigh, where you’ll enjoy dinner and your first night on the tour.
After breakfast, continue your desert adventure along the Road of 1,001 Kasbahs toward Tinghir. Here, you’ll stop for a relaxing walk through lush palm groves and the impressive Todgha Gorges, where sheer rock walls tower up to 300 meters. It’s a favorite spot for climbers and nature lovers.
After lunch, travel deeper into the desert until you reach the gateway to the Sahara: Merzouga. Here, your camel ride in Merzouga awaits. Mount your camel and trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, a serene and silent landscape that shifts with the wind. The camel caravan will take you to your Sahara desert camp, just in time for a spectacular desert sunset.
Spend the evening immersed in Berber hospitality. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner around the campfire, followed by live music and storytelling under a canopy of stars. Choose between a standard tent (with shared bathrooms and basic comfort) or a luxury tent, which includes private facilities, hot showers, and upgraded amenities in a secluded part of the camp.
This night is the soul of your Sahara desert trip Morocco — peaceful, magical, and unforgettable.
Rise early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, a moment of stillness and beauty that captures the spirit of the Sahara. After breakfast, return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 (depending on your camp option), where your driver awaits.
Begin the journey toward Fes, traveling through the vast Ziz Valley, one of the largest palm oases in Morocco. Admire the ksours (fortified villages) and lush groves lining the valley. Enjoy lunch in Midelt, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains.
As the drive continues north, you’ll witness a dramatic change in landscape. The dry desert terrain gives way to cedar forests, snow-capped peaks, and green pastures. Keep an eye out for Barbary monkeys in the forests near Azrou.
Arrive in Fes in the early evening, where your driver will drop you off at your riad or hotel — marking the end of your epic Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
