4-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
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4-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Explore Morocco on this 4-day, 3-night journey from Fes to Marrakech, visiting some of the country’s most spectacular sites. Begin with Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco, and the nearby cedar forests. Stop in Midelt for lunch and drive along the scenic Ziz River before reaching the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride into the dunes, spend a night in a desert camp, and witness unforgettable sunsets and sunrises. Experience the desert further on a thrilling 4×4 adventure.
Continue your journey with visits to the traditional market of Rissani and the fossil town of Erfoud, then explore the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges and the historic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi nTichka Pass before concluding the tour in Marrakech, completing an unforgettable Moroccan desert adventure.
Duration: 4 days/3 nights
Start: Fes
End: Marrakech
Tour Style: Private
HIGHILGHTES:
- Visiting Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco
- Seeing Barbary Macaques in the cedar forest
- Driving through Midelt and along the Ziz Valley
- Experiencing camel trekking and sunset in Merzouga desert
- Spending a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp
- Exploring nomad villages and enjoying Berber tea
- Listening to Gnaoua music in Khamlia and visiting Merzouga lake
- Walking through Todra Gorges and Dades Valley landscapes
- Touring the Rose Valley, Skoura palm groves, and Ouarzazate studios
- Visiting Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and crossing the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech
TOUR Itinerary
- Day 1: Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Cedars Forest ⇢ Midelt ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga Sahara
The tour begins with an early pickup from your accommodation in Fes, heading south through Imouzzer to Ifrane, famous for its cool climate, snow in winter, and Alpine-style architecture—earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco.” Next, explore the Cedars Forest, home to playful Barbary Macaques, which you can feed while enjoying the serene surroundings.
Stop in Midelt for a relaxing lunch before continuing through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass along the Ziz River, entering the vast Sahara Desert. In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, where you can ride camels across the golden dunes and pause atop a high dune to watch a magical desert sunset. Continue to a luxury desert camp, where traditional Berber hospitality, drums, and music await under a sky full of stars. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.
- Day 2: Merzouga Region ⇢ Nomads ⇢ Khamlia ⇢ Merzouga Lake ⇢ Erg Chebbi ⇢ Palm Grove
Wake early to witness the unforgettable sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast. Return by camel or 4×4 to Merzouga, where your driver awaits. Spend the day exploring the region, full of sand dunes, wild lakes, ancient mines, fossil sites, and lush oases—perfect for outdoor adventures.
Begin with an off-road visit to an ancient eyeliner mine, then meet nomads in their traditional tents and enjoy a cup of Berber tea while learning about their lifestyle. Next, visit Khamlia Village, famous for Gnaoua music and dance, with locals originally from Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before strolling through a palm grove and visiting the wild Merzouga Lake, also known as Flamingos Lake. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Merzouga.
- Day 3: Merzouga Sahara ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Dades Valley
After breakfast, depart the desert for Rissani, the historic capital of Tafilalet, known for its lively souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Continue to Erfoud to explore a workshop specializing in fossilized marble.
Drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad to reach the Todra Gorges, a dramatic canyon with towering red cliffs carved by the Todra River—ideal for hiking and photography. After free time for lunch, continue through Boumalne Dades to the Dades Valley, stopping at the iconic Monkey Fingers rock formations and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the valley. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Dades.
- Day 4: Dades Valley ⇢ Roses Valley ⇢ Palm Groves of Skoura ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Marrakech
On the final day, drive to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Roses Valley, known for its annual Rose Festival in May, where locals offer rose-based products like perfumes, oils, and cosmetics. Continue through the palm groves of Skoura before arriving in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert, visiting local film studios and the historic Taourirt Kasbah.
Next, explore the iconic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in films like Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and series such as Game of Thrones. Continue across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, stopping for lunch and scenic photos along the way. Arrive in Marrakech, where the tour concludes with a drop-off at your accommodation or the airport.
- Includes & Not Includes
- INCLUDES
- Private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
- Pickup from your riad or any location in Fes
- Private English-speaking driver/guide
- 2 nights in excellent hotels or riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathroom
- Sandboarding available at the desert camp
- Camel ride per person (optional 4×4 transfer available)
- Desert excursion in a 4×4
- Dinners and breakfasts
- Drop-off at your riad or any location in Marrakech
- NOT INCLUDES
- Lunches and drinks
- Optional entrance fee to Atlas Studio (approx. 8€ per person)
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- Traveler FAQs
How to pay for the tour?
Our payment process is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your booking, we require a small deposit, which can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver or guide on the first day of the tour, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent amount in Moroccan dirhams.
What currency is used, and how do I get money?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Is it possible to customize the tour itinerary?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Do I ride a camel in the desert?
Absolutely. You can fully customize your tour package to suit your preferences, including adding extra stops, upgrading accommodations, or choosing alternative transport options such as 4×4 transfers.
What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What is the duration of the camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What are the camps in the desert like?
You’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp featuring private tents. The camps offer essential comforts such as comfortable bedding, shared or private bathroom facilities (depending on the camp type), warm blankets, and a communal dining area for meals and relaxation.
What’s your cancellation / refund policy?
This depends on how many days before departure you cancel. We typically require a deposit to hold the booking and partial or full refunds depending on timing.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Yes. Morocco is generally considered safe for travelers
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