Highlights
Drive through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains and observe Barbary apes in cedar forests
Spend time in the kasbah of Ait Ben Hadou and explore the UNESCO Berber village
Visit the fossil museum in Erfoud
Enjoy a camel ride at sunset in the Erg Chebbi dunes and take selfies with blue turbans
Itinerary
Add to the cultural experience of your Moroccan holiday with this incredible Marrakech to Fez 3-day desert tour. Traverse the Atlas Mountains and surrounding villages by vehicle while enjoying the fantastic scenery en route. This trip is a golden opportunity to see this spectacularly diverse and beautiful part of Berber Morocco.
Cross the majestic Middle Atlas, and stop for a moment to observe the Barbary apes in the cedar forests. Have lunch in the apple capital, Midelt. At Erfoud, the fossil found in the region bears witness to an extraordinary geological history. Once in the desert at the Erg Chebbi dunes, you can board the "desert ship," a camel, that will take you on an unforgettable and exciting ride to the highest dune. From there, you can watch the sun slowly set beyond the horizon. A magical evening is inaugurated with Berber music and drumming around a campfire. Your luxury desert camp will be an unforgettable experience. The desert tour from Fez to Marrakech continues with a wide range of landscapes and visits.
Experience the trip of a lifetime with our 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakesh. Book your trip now and experience the true beauty of authentic Moroccan culture.
day 1Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Starting at 8:00 am in Marrakech, head off for a 7-hour desert tour from Marrakech to the Dades Gorge. Cross the Atlas Mountains and pass through traditional Berber villages.
Visit the UNESCO heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, a village that was established 12,000 years ago and was an important part of the salt route. Today it is famous for being a popular location for Hollywood films and television series. Famous movies filmed here include Lawrence of Arabia, Indiana Jones, Gladiator, and the TV series Game of Thrones Season 3.
Have lunch in the quaint village, where the structures are still in use and are the perfect opportunity to indulge in local cuisine in the middle of an authentic ancient village.
The next stop on your tour from Marrakech to Fez will be visiting Ouarzazate before heading to the Dades Gorges through Skoura and the Rose Valley. Today's journey ends in Dades Gorge, where you will retire to a traditional kasbah.
day 2Rissani – Merzouga: Camel Ride and Desert Camp
day 3Merzouga – Erfoud – Errachidia – Midelt – Fez
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Customer Reviews
Incredible!
Absolutely incredible 3-day journey from Marrakech to Fes! Our guide and driver, Hakim, was the absolute BEST—so knowledgeable, friendly, and made every moment special. From exploring the Atlas Mountains and ancient kasbahs to the unforgettable night under the stars in the Sahara, every detail was perfect. Hakim, made sure we were comfortable and shared fascinating stories about the places we visited. Watching the sunrise in the Merzouga dunes and visiting beautiful Berber villages along the way were highlights. Highly recommend this tour and especially Khalil for an authentic Moroccan adventure!
Marrakech to Fez: Trip of a lifetime
I recently had the incredible opportunity to join the 3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fez, and I can honestly say it was one of the most unforgettable travel experiences I've ever had. From the very beginning, the trip took me on a stunning journey through Morocco's diverse landscapes. We traversed the majestic Atlas Mountains, observed the playful Barbary apes in the cedar forests, and visited the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a true gem with its ancient kasbahs that once served as the backdrop for Hollywood films like Gladiator and series like Game of Thrones. Hakim, our driver, was fantastic—his expert knowledge of the area, combined with his smooth driving, made the long hours in the van enjoyable and relaxing. The highlight of the tour, without a doubt, was the time spent in the Sahara Desert. After an adventurous camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, I arrived at a luxury desert camp where we enjoyed traditional Berber music around the campfire under the starry desert sky. The feeling of being so far from everything, surrounded by the vastness of the desert, was truly magical. Hakim made sure we were comfortable throughout the trip, and his friendly nature made the journey even more enjoyable. On the final day, we made our way to Fez, passing through charming Berber villages and the Middle Atlas Mountains. We even stopped to see the monkeys in the cedar forests. The trip was long but absolutely worth it, filled with breathtaking scenery, fascinating history, and a deep dive into the rich culture of Morocco. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore the heart of Morocco, and I’m so grateful for Hakim’s guidance and expertise throughout the entire journey. It was the trip of a lifetime!
First time in Morocco
Our trip from Marrakech to Fes was magical! Crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains, we were awestruck by diverse landscapes. The highlight was the Erg Chebbi dunes with a sunset camel ride. Stops at Ait Ben Haddou and Erfoud's fossil museum enriched our journey. The luxury desert camp was perfectly integrated.
Journey Through Morocco's Desert Heart
This journey from Marrakech to Fes was nothing short of a magical experience! It has been wonder upon wonder since we crossed the pictorial Middle Atlas Mountains, with varying scenery and cultural stops. The most outstanding was no doubt at Erg Chebbi dunes, where we took an incomparable sunset camel ride-all attired in blue turbans. The setting sun behind the endless stretch of sand, and the Berber music playing around the campsite, almost felt like a dream. These stops in places like Ait Ben Haddou and the fossil museum in Erfoud gave some depth to the trip, giving us a taste of Morocco's rich history and geology. Accommodations were comfortable, most particularly the luxury desert camp, and blended really nicely into the environment, enhancing the whole experience.
A magical experience!
The tour from Marrakech to Fes was unforgettable. Crossing the Atlas Mountains, visiting Berber villages, and watching the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes on camelback felt like a dream come true. The warm hospitality and camping under the stars made it truly exceptional.
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