3-DAY TOUR- MARRAKECH TO FES – VIA MERZOUGA SAHARA
Marrakech → High Atlas → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades Valley → Merzouga Sahara → Fes
Experience an unforgettable 3-day Morocco desert journey from Marrakech to Fes via the spectacular Merzouga Sahara. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, discover Dades Valley and Todra Gorge, ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoy a Sahara sunset, and spend the night at a desert camp before continuing to Fes through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains.
This private Morocco desert tour is ideal for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups who want to experience the Sahara while connecting Marrakech and Fes.
TOUR DETAILS
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Departure: Marrakech
Finish: Fes
Route: Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades → Merzouga → Fes
Tour Type: Private Morocco Desert Tour
Transport: Air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
Accommodation: Dades hotel/riad and Sahara desert camp
Camel Trek: Included
Meals: Breakfasts and dinners as specified
DAY 1: MARRAKECH TO DADES VALLEY VIA AIT BEN HADDOU
Your tour starts with pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views and traditional Berber villages along the way.
Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, the famous fortified ksar and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through its traditional streets and enjoy the impressive architecture.
Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara, then travel through the Valley of Roses toward the beautiful Dades Valley.
Arrive at your hotel or riad in Dades in the evening.
Overnight: Dades Valley hotel or riad
Meals: Dinner and breakfast
DAY 2: DADES VALLEY TO MERZOUGA SAHARA DESERT
After breakfast, continue through the dramatic Dades Valley toward Todra Gorge.
Stop for a walk between the impressive canyon walls before continuing through Tinghir, Erfoud and Rissani toward Merzouga.
Arrive at the Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert in the afternoon. Meet your camels and begin your camel trek across the golden dunes.
Enjoy the spectacular Sahara sunset from the dunes before continuing to your desert camp.
At the camp, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber music, and a campfire under the stars.
Overnight: Sahara desert camp in Merzouga
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 3: MERZOUGA TO FES VIA ZIZ VALLEY AND MIDDLE ATLAS
Wake early to enjoy the beautiful Sahara sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Return to the camp for breakfast before leaving Merzouga and continuing toward Fes.
Travel through the Ziz Valley, with a panoramic stop to admire the palm-filled valley and surrounding mountains.
Continue through Midelt and the Middle Atlas Mountains toward Ifrane, known for its green landscapes and distinctive architecture.
After a short stop in Ifrane, continue to Fes.
Arrive in Fes in the evening, where your 3-Day Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga Sahara Tour comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga
- High Atlas Mountains
- Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Berber villages
- Ait Ben Haddou
- Ouarzazate
- Valley of Roses
- Dades Valley
- Todra Gorge
- Erfoud and Rissani
- Merzouga and Erg Chebbi
- Sahara camel trekking
- Sahara sunset
- Sahara sunrise
- Desert camp
- Traditional Moroccan dinner
- Berber music
- Ziz Valley
- Midelt
- Middle Atlas Mountains
- Ifrane
- Fes
WHY CHOOSE MOROCCO SAHARA TRIPS?
Local Berber Family Company
Travel with a local Moroccan team with strong knowledge of Morocco, the Sahara Desert, and traditional Berber culture.
Private and Flexible Tours
Enjoy a private journey designed around your travel dates, interests, and accommodation preferences.
Experienced Local Drivers
Travel comfortably with experienced local drivers who know the desert routes and mountain roads.
Authentic Sahara Experience
Experience camel trekking, desert sunsets, traditional food, Berber music and a night under the stars.
Comfortable Transportation
Travel in an air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan according to your group size.
ACCOMMODATION
Night 1: Dades Valley hotel or riad
Night 2: Merzouga Sahara desert camp
Standard and luxury accommodation options are available.
INCLUDED
- Private air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
- Professional local driver-guide
- Pickup from Marrakech
- Transportation to Fes
- Dades Valley hotel or riad
- Sahara desert camp
- Breakfasts
- Dinner in Dades
- Dinner at the desert camp
- Camel trekking
- Sahara sunset
- Sahara sunrise
- Ait Ben Haddou visit
- Todra Gorge visit
- Ziz Valley panoramic stop
- Ifrane stop
NOT INCLUDED
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Optional activities
- Quad biking or buggy
- Fes local guide
- Services not mentioned in the itinerary
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Merzouga quad biking
- Desert buggy
- Sandboarding
- Luxury desert camp
- Private Fes city tour
- Additional nights
- Private airport transfers
MOROCCO DESERT TOUR OPTIONS ENDING IN FES
Choose the duration that best fits your travel plans. All tours include the Sahara Desert and finish in Fes.
- 3-Day Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga Sahara Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades → Merzouga → Fes - 4-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades → Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Fes - 5-Day Marrakech to Fes Morocco Desert Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades → Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Midelt → Fes - 6-Day Marrakech to Fes Sahara Desert Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades → Merzouga → Sahara Desert → Ziz Valley → Midelt → Fes - 7-Day Marrakech to Fes Morocco Desert Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades → Merzouga → Sahara Desert → Ziz Valley → Fes - 8-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades → Merzouga → Zagora → Draa Valley → Midelt → Fes - 9-Day Marrakech to Fes Morocco Desert Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades → Merzouga → Zagora → Draa Valley → Middle Atlas → Fes
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this a private tour?
Yes. This itinerary is available as a private tour for couples, families, solo travelers and groups.
Is camel trekking included?
Yes. A camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes is included.
Will we see the Sahara sunset?
Yes. The camel trek is timed so you can enjoy the sunset from the dunes.
Can we see the sunrise?
Yes. You will have the opportunity to watch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes on the morning of Day 3.
Where do we sleep in the Sahara?
You will spend one night at a desert camp in Merzouga. Luxury camp options are available.
Can we book a luxury camp?
Yes. We offer standard and luxury Sahara camp options.
Can we add quad biking?
Yes. Quad biking and buggy experiences can be added in Merzouga.
Is Ait Ben Haddou included?
Yes. The tour includes a visit to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
Does the tour include Fes?
Yes. The tour finishes in Fes on Day 3.
Can the tour be customized?
Yes. Morocco Sahara Trips can customize the itinerary, accommodation, activities and travel arrangements according to your needs.
CONTACT MOROCCO SAHARA TRIPS
Ready to discover Morocco from Marrakech to Fes through the Merzouga Sahara Desert?
Morocco Sahara Trips
Email: contact@moroccosaharatrips.com
Call / WhatsApp: +212 768 371 570
Contact us to check availability, choose your accommodation, and receive your personalized Morocco desert tour quotation.
