4 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes

In the morning, we will pick you up at your accommodation, or the airport in Marrakech and then head toward Dades Gorges, crossing the amazing High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we will then stop at Tizi N’Tichka Pass, which stands at 2,260 meters. Following that, we will continue our trip through the breathtaking Ounila Valley before arriving at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for being the backdrop of films such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and The Mummy. After lunch, we will head to Ouarzazate, often known as “Hollywood of Africa,” where you will visit Taourirt Kasbah and the famous Film Studio of Ouarzazate.

Our trip then continues toward Dades Gorges, enjoying the breathtaking sceneries along the way. Stopping in Skoura Oasis to explore one of the region’s ancient Kasbahs before continuing to Kalaat M’gouna, known as “The Rose City.” where you’ll visit a local cooperative for rose cosmetic products (optional stop) then proceed to Dades gorges where you will spend the first night of your 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.

In the morning, we’ll then travel to Tinghir passing through beautiful palm groves on our way to the spectacular Todra Gorges. The towering limestone cliffs form a amazing path across the Todra Massif before falling into the riverbed. The gorge’s peaks rise to 320 meters, a spectacular passage through the High Atlas Mountains. Following that, explore the gorges and the palm groves at your own. Following a hearty lunch, we will then continue our journey through Tinjdad and Erfoud, both famous for their gorgeous palm oasis.

We will then proceed to Merzouga’ Sahara desert.  Upon arrival in Merzouga desert, join a camel ride across the rolling dunes of Erg Chebbi. Afterward, stop to witness a breathtaking sunset over the golden sands dunes their colors changing with the light, reaching an impressive height of 140 meters. Arriving at your desert camp where you’ll spend the night with a drumming party around the campfire. 

Wake early to watch a breathtaking sunrise over the desert before returning to the camp for breakfast. Following that, join on a full-day tour of Merzouga, starting with a visit to the nomadic families living behind the dunes of Merzouga, where you’ll get a glimpse into their traditional way of life. Afterward, continue to Khamlia, where you’ll meet a local African music group, listen to their captivating rhythms, and learn about their culture.

Afterward, return to Merzouga for lunch before exploring Hassi Lbeid oasis. Following that, take a leisurely walk through the palm groves of Hassi Lbeid, free time to try Quad or Buggy ride through the dunes of Merzouga then transfer you to your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.

In the morning, we will leave toward Fes, enjoying the breathtaking sceneries along the way. We’ll then drive through the beautiful Ziz Valley, where you’ll visit one of Morocco’s largest oasis. After that, we’ll continue toward Midelt, which is known as “The Apple Capital,” Stopping for lunch. Following that, we’ll continue through the Cedar Forest, Morocco’s largest forest then drive toward Ifrane, known as ”Morocco’s Little Switzerland”, visit the Atlas Lion Statue and then continue toward Fes where you’ll be finally dropped off at your accommodation or the airport.