3-Day Private Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga & Dades Valley

Overview

Embark on a spectacular 3-day luxury journey from Fes to Marrakech, crossing the majestic Middle Atlas Mountains, traversing the golden dunes of the Merzouga Sahara Desert, and ending in the vibrant red city of Marrakech. This private experience is ideal for travelers seeking a perfect blend of adventure, comfort, and cultural depth in a short time. Enjoy a camel trek at sunset, sleep under the stars in a deluxe Sahara desert camp, and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Todra Gorge and Dades Valley — all with the personalized service of your own private driver.

Tour Plan

Day 1: Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Merzouga:

We at Luxury Tours In Morocco, organise private Fes tours to Sahara Desert. Enjoy a private guide while you travel to Atlas and Sahara dunes. Book luxury Tour from Fes as upgrade for this recommended itinerary.

Your private driver will pick you up from your riad or hotel in Fes in the morning. Begin your journey south through the stunning Middle Atlas Mountains, with a stop in Ifrane, a picturesque alpine town, and Azrou’s cedar forest, home to wild Barbary macaques. Continue to Midelt for lunch, then pass through the lush Ziz Valley with its palm groves and mountain vistas. In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, where your camel caravan awaits. Enjoy a scenic camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes during sunset and reach your luxury Sahara desert camp, complete with private tents, traditional Berber dinner, and live desert music under the stars.

Day 2: Merzouga - Rissani - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley :

After an early morning sunrise over the dunes and breakfast at camp, ride camels back to Merzouga. Then travel through the historical desert town of Rissani, once the cradle of the Alaouite dynasty. Continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where towering canyon walls rise over 300 meters high. Enjoy time to walk along the riverbed and explore the dramatic natural scenery. In the afternoon, journey through the Dades Valley, famous for its unique rock formations and fortified villages. Dinner and overnight stay in a luxury boutique kasbah or riad overlooking the valley.

Day 3: Dades Valley - Rose Valley - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech :

Following breakfast, drive through the picturesque Valley of Roses and visit the Skoura Oasis, dotted with ancient kasbahs and palm groves. Reach Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” with optional visits to the Atlas Film Studios or Kasbah Taourirt. Explore the legendary Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has served as the backdrop for films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, cross the dramatic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m) in the High Atlas Mountains, stopping at scenic viewpoints along the way. Arrive in Marrakech by early evening. Drop-off at your riad or hotel.

The private driver will drop you at your hotel and the tour ends. We at Luxury Tours In Morocco offer best Fes Desert tours and excursions from Fes for best experience. Let us organise this experience of a lifetime for you. Airport transfer available. All hotels selected for your unique Morocco trip. Personal service included.


Included / Excluded

  • Pick up from your Fes hotel/ riad.
  • Private Travel in A/C luxury vehicle.
  • Experienced drivers / Local Merzouga guides.
  • Camel ride to Sahara camp.
  • Comfortable hotels / riads / Luxury Desert camp.
  • Dinners and breakfasts included.
  • Drop off at your hotel
  • Airline plane tickets to / from Morocco.
  • No lunches, soft drinks.
  • Entry fees, personal expenses.

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Location

Design Your Own Itinerary

We may customise this itinerary if you require any modification, let us know. This tour is ideal for adults, group of friends, couples, solo travellers, and family with children.

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Departure time

We pick up you from your hotel at any time, usually we start our desert tour at 8 a.m.

Availability and price

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