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This 3-day/2-night private tour is the ideal choice for travelers who want more time to explore and relax, allowing for a deeper immersion into Morocco’s diverse landscapes and cultures.
The itinerary is structured to deliver not only the desert experience but also the majestic mountain gorges, breaking up the long drive time:
Fes to the Desert: You’ll travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, including a visit to the Azrou Cedar Forest for a nature walk and the chance to see the Barbary Apes. You’ll pass through the picturesque Ziz Valley’s palm groves en route to Merzouga.
The Merzouga Desert Experience: You’ll spend a night in a luxury desert camp with private tents, enjoying delicious meals and traditional Berber entertainment. You’ll experience the excitement of camel trekking at both sunset and sunrise across the Erg Chebbi dunes and can even try sandboarding.
The Gorges and Canyons: The tour includes time to explore the dramatic scenery of the canyons:
Todra Gorges: Walk through the impressive canyon and its sheer rock walls.
Dades Gorges: Explore the winding roads and unique rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers”.
Cultural Finale: The journey concludes by exploring the historic Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a guided tour to learn about its history and significance before arriving in Marrakech.
The departure and return locations for the 3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour confirm that it is a one-way journey designed to take you from one major city to the other while exploring the desert in between.
Departure Location: Fes (Your accommodation in Fes is where the tour driver will pick you up).
Return Location (Final Drop-off): Marrakech (You will be dropped off at your accommodation or the closest accessible parking/square in Marrakech, such as Jemaa el-Fna).
The first day of the 3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour is the longest driving day, so it requires a very early start to ensure you reach the desert in time for the sunset camel trek.
The typical departure time for this tour from Fes is between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.
Most Common Time: 8:00 AM is frequently listed as the standard departure time.
Early Option: Some operators start as early as 7:00 AM or 7:30 AM, especially during winter months when daylight hours are shorter, to ensure travelers can reach the Erg Chebbi dunes to experience the sunset.
This tour is one of the most famous ways to travel between the two cities and is packed with incredible sights and experiences.
Driving: Expect long driving days, especially Day 1 and Day 3, as you cover a significant distance across diverse geography. Transportation is usually in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle (minivan or 4×4).
Accommodation: You’ll have two nights of accommodation: one night in the desert camp (standard or luxury) and one night in a hotel/riad (usually in the Dades Valley area).
Inclusions: Generally includes transportation, a driver/guide, two dinners, two breakfasts, and the camel trek. Lunches and entrance fees to sites are typically not included.
Vibe: It’s an adventure that offers a chance to see the true diversity of Morocco’s landscapes, from mountains and cedar forests to gorges, oases, and the vast Sahara sand dunes.
Morning/Daytime: A long scenic drive from Fes, often passing through the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Ifrane: A brief stop in the town often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine architecture.
Cedar Forest: A visit to see the Barbary macaque monkeys.
Ziz Valley: Stop for panoramic views of the lush palm groves that mark the beginning of the pre-Sahara region.
Late Afternoon: Arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara.
Evening Highlight: Camel Trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes for sunset. You will ride to a desert camp (standard or luxury).
Night: Dinner, traditional Berber music around a campfire, stargazing, and an overnight stay in a desert tent (private tents are standard in most camps).
Morning: Wake up early to watch the spectacular sunrise over the sand dunes. After breakfast, you will either ride the camels or take a 4×4 back to Merzouga town.
Daytime: Drive through dramatic landscapes toward the Dades Valley.
Todgha Gorges: Explore the massive, towering canyon walls and enjoy a walk through the gorge.
Afternoon/Evening: Drive through the Dades Valley and the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.
Night: Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel or traditional riad in the Dades Valley (or sometimes Ouarzazate).
Morning: Continue the journey, often driving through the Valley of Roses.
Ouarzazate: Stop to see the “Hollywood of Africa,” known for its film studios (some tours offer an optional visit inside).
Aït Benhaddou: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, a stunning fortified village (Kasbah) that has been the backdrop for many major films and TV shows (like Gladiator and Game of Thrones).
Daytime: Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the high mountain pass, Tizi n’Tichka, which offers incredible panoramic views.
Late Afternoon/Evening: Arrive in Marrakech and be dropped off at your accommodation, marking the end of the tour.
