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3-Day Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga Desert & Sahara Camp

Marrakech, Morocco
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What to expect

Turn the journey from Marrakech to Fes into a three-day Sahara route with Aït Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, an Erg Chebbi camel ride and a desert-camp night.

  • Duration3 days
  • Hotel pickupIncluded
  • Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

  • One-way route from Marrakech to Fes through the south
  • Aït Ben Haddou and Todra Gorge
  • Sunset camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Night in a Sahara desert camp
  • Middle Atlas landscapes on the way to Fes

This one-way tour links two imperial cities through southern Morocco. Cross the Atlas to Aït Ben Haddou and Dades/Tinghir, continue through Todra to Merzouga for a sunset camel ride and camp, then travel north through the Middle Atlas toward Fes.

Choose from 3 available options

  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    Standard

    • Duration · 3 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Standard camp

    From€199per person

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  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    Comfort

    • Duration · 3 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Comfort camp

    From€249per person

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  • Booking type: PrivateMin. 2 people

    Private Desert Tour — Standard Comfort

    Private arrangement for 3-Day Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga Desert & Sahara Camp. Exclusive driver and private ground transport for the complete listed multi-day route, with the original lodging standard unless an upgrade is expressly included.

    • Duration · 3 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Private tour
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later

    Included with this option

    • Exclusive driver and private ground transport for the complete listed multi-day route, with the original lodging standard unless an upgrade is expressly included.

    From€495per person

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What's included

  • One-way transport Marrakech → Fes
  • First night in a hotel/riad
  • Second night in a desert camp
  • 2 breakfasts
  • 2 dinners
  • Sunset camel ride
  • Aït Ben Haddou
  • Todra Gorge
  • Fes drop-off at the nearest accessible point

Not included

  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Local guide fees where not listed
  • Optional quad biking
  • Tips

Itinerary

  1. Approx. 07:00

    Departure from Marrakech

    Pickup at your accommodation or the nearest accessible meeting point in Marrakech.

Day 1

Marrakech → Aït Ben Haddou → Dades/Tinghir

4 stops

  1. High Atlas & Tizi n’Tichka pass

    Scenic drive · Photo stop

    Free admission

    Scenic stop on the mountain road across the High Atlas.

  2. Aït Ben Haddou

    Visit · Walking · Photo stop

    Free admission

    Stop at the UNESCO-listed fortified village and walk among its earthen kasbahs.

  3. Ouarzazate

    Scenic drive

    Continue via Ouarzazate and the Rose Valley area.

  4. Dades Valley

    Scenic drive

    Arrive in the Dades/Tinghir area for the night.

AccommodationHotel/riad in the Dades/Tinghir area
MealsDinner — included
Day 2

Todra Gorge → Merzouga → Erg Chebbi camp

3 stops

  1. Todra Gorge

    Visit · Walking · Photo stop

    Free admission

    Stop between the high rock walls of the gorge.

  2. Camel ride to the desert camp

    Camel ride · Sunset

    Admission included

    Sunset camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes to the camp.

  3. Dinner and night at the desert camp

    Dinner

    Admission included

    Dinner at the camp and a night under desert skies.

AccommodationDesert campCamp comfort depends on the selected option.
MealsBreakfast — includedDinner — included
Day 3

Merzouga → Rissani → Middle Atlas → Fes

3 stops

  1. Rissani

    Scenic drive

    Head north via Rissani.

  2. Middle Atlas

    Scenic drive · Scenic views

    Cross the Middle Atlas toward Fes.

  3. Arrival in Fes

    Drop-off

    Drop-off at your Fes accommodation or the nearest accessible point.

MealsBreakfast — included

  • Luggage suitable for a road journey
  • Warm layers for the evening and night
  • Sun protection
  • Cash for lunches, drinks and extras

  • This is a ONE-WAY tour from Marrakech to Fes.
  • Bring luggage suitable for a road journey.
  • Medina drop-off in Fes may be at the nearest accessible point.
  • Expect long driving days.
  • Camel riding can be uncomfortable for some travelers.
  • Desert nights can be cold in winter; bring warm layers.

  • Your booking request is reviewed and confirmed by our team.
  • The exact pickup time and point are confirmed after booking.
  • Guide/host languages: English, French, Spanish and Arabic.
  • Camp comfort depends on the selected option (Standard or Comfort).
  • Reserve now and pay later; no online card payment is required to book.

Live tour guide available in:

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish
  • Arabic

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts 3 days. Departure from Marrakech is around 07:00 on day 1, and the exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

Where does the tour end?

In Fes. This is a one-way tour; drop-off is at your Fes accommodation or the nearest accessible point for Medina riads.

Which meals and nights are included?

Two nights (a hotel/riad, then a desert camp), two breakfasts and two dinners. Lunches and drinks are at your own expense.

How much luggage can I bring?

Since you travel on to Fes, bring luggage suitable for a road journey; the team can confirm details before departure.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off in Marrakech are included. Riads that vehicles cannot reach are served from the nearest accessible meeting point, confirmed after booking.

Can I cancel or pay later?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start, and you can reserve now and pay later. Our team reviews and confirms every booking request.

From€199per person