Best Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 3 Days

3 Days Luxury Desert Tour From Fes To Marrakech

Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 3 Days

This 3-day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour is one of the most balanced and scenic routes in Morocco, ideal for travelers who want to experience the Sahara while traveling between the two imperial cities. The journey covers the High Atlas Mountains, UNESCO kasbahs, lush oases, dramatic canyons, and finally the golden dunes of Merzouga. It’s the perfect mix of culture, nature, and adventure in a short but well-designed itinerary.

Your adventure begins in Marrakech, where you leave the busy medina and head toward the High Atlas Mountains. The road climbs through traditional Berber villages and panoramic landscapes until reaching the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass—the highest road pass in Morocco. This region is known for its incredible views, twisting roads, and historic caravan routes that once connected Marrakech with the Sahara.

The first major stop is Aït Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most iconic ksar and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its well-preserved clay architecture and Hollywood filming history, it’s one of the most fascinating cultural sites in the country. After exploring the village, you continue toward Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert.” Optional stops include the cinema studios or the Kasbah Taourirt.

From here, the scenery changes again as you drive through the Skoura Oasis and into the Dades Valley. This area is famous for its palm groves, rock formations, and small Berber villages. Your first night is spent in a comfortable hotel overlooking the valley, where a traditional dinner is served.

On day two, the tour reaches the Todra Gorge, a canyon with towering cliffs that rise nearly 300 meters. It’s a perfect place for a short walk before heading toward the Sahara. As you approach Merzouga, the landscapes become more desert-like until the impressive dunes of Erg Chebbi appear. Here, you begin your camel trek at sunset, crossing the dunes until you reach your desert camp. After dinner, enjoy Berber music, a campfire, and a sky full of stars.

The final day takes you from Merzouga to Fes through ever-changing scenery, passing the long Ziz Valley oasis, the Middle Atlas Mountains, and cedar forests home to Barbary macaques. You also stop in Ifrane, known for its unique European-style architecture. You arrive in Fes in the evening, ending a journey filled with culture, landscapes, and unforgettable Sahara moments.

You arrive in Fes in the evening, ending a journey filled with landscapes, culture, and desert magic—perfect for travelers who want to connect Marrakech and Fes in the best possible way.

This is the top-rated and most balanced 3-day Morocco desert tour.