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Shared Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour

A small group desert tour from Fes to Marrakech — 3 days of magic.

Duration
3 Days / 2 Nights
Departure
Fes
End
Marrakech
Tour type
Shared
Availability
/ person
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01 · Overview

A desert immersion, not a drive-by.

Tour

On our Fes to Marrakech shared desert tour, the magic of the Moroccan desert discover. In a luxury camp in the desert, under a blanket of stars that stretches to infinity, sleep. On this 3 day Fes to Marrakech desert group tour, the beauty and tranquility of the desert enjoy.
The best of Morocco in just 3 days to see, this shared Fes to Marrakech desert tour offers you the opportunity — some Barbary macaques in the Middle Atlas Mountains see, across the Erg Chebbi Dunes by camels cross, the sunset from a high dune watch, Berber music around a campfire listen to, under the stars in a luxury camp sleep, an ancient kasbah in the Atlas Mountains visit, and many more.

02 · Highlights

What you'll remember.

01

Across the Middle Atlas Mountains driving and Barbary monkeys in a cedar forest watching

02

An oasis full of palm trees seeing

03

Across Erg Chebbi Dunes camel trekking

04

A fantastic sunset and sunrise from a high dune watching

05

An evening of Berber music and drumming around a campfire enjoying

06

Under the stars in a luxury camp sleeping

07

In the Todra Canyon walking

08

Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah exploring

09

Over the High Atlas Mountains driving while its splendid views enjoying

03 · Detailed itinerary

Your full itinerary, hour by hour.

Fully customisable. If you'd like to stay longer somewhere, add an activity, or shift the pace — just tell us.

Fes → Ifrane → Ziz Valley → Merzouga Desert

Fes → Ifrane → Ziz Valley → Merzouga Desert

In the morning our 3 days Fes to Marrakech desert group tour starts. The city of Fez behind leaving, south to the desert driving. The city of Ifrane for a quick break our first destination will be, then by the road in a cedar forest in the Middle Atlas Mountains a stop to watch some Barbary apes. In a restaurant somewhere along the way lunch will be. Before reaching Merzouga, along the Ziz Valley driving, known for its oasis full of palm trees. The desert in the afternoon reaching. From here, on an authentic camel caravan across the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi our camels will take us. On the way, to watch a golden sunset from a high dune a stop we will make. Then, to the camp trekking continuing. Upon arrival, your private tent to relax and maybe a shower to take our camp staff will show you. After a delicious dinner, sitting around a bonfire under a sky full of stars while our staff plays drums and sings Berber music enjoying. How to play drums too we will also teach you.

Driving500 km
Drive time 7 hr 30 min
OvernightLuxury Desert Camp
MealsDinner
Merzouga → Todra Canyon → Dades Gorges

Merzouga → Todra Canyon → Dades Gorges

To watch the golden fingers of the sunlight light up the desert scene an early morning today is highly recommended — a moment of peace. After a tasty breakfast in the camp, for the town of Merzouga by 4x4 vehicles we will leave. Our journey to the Dades Gorges starting. If today is Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday, a traditional Moroccan souk in Rissani to reveal the Moroccan culture and the traditional local life we will visit. After that, driving on we carry. In Tinghir, along the Todra River driving until the Todra Canyon we reach. Under these impressive cliffs that reach up to 300m in height a walk taking. In the Dades Gorges, in a place with unique rock formations known as monkey fingers a stop we will make. Once the bottom of the sea this place was! An exceptional view of a zig-zag road also seeing before to your beautiful hotel heading.

Driving310 km
Drive time5 hours
OvernightHotel in Dades Valley
MealsBreakfast, Dinner
Dades Gorges → Aït Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech

Dades Gorges → Aït Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech

After breakfast, through the Valley of Roses in Kalaat M'gouna the trip passes. In Ouarzazate to see the Atlas Studio from outside a stop. The world's largest film studio it is. Not far away from the city, the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou there is. A great example of Moroccan architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site the ancient fortified village is. For filming parts of many famous movies and TV series such as The Mummy, Gladiator, and Game of Thrones it was used. After exploring the historical Kasbah, through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n'Tichka Pass driving. In Marrakech at the end of the afternoon arriving. As we drop you off at the nearest location accessible by car to your Riad your shared Fes to Marrakech desert trip ends.

Driving353 km
Drive time 6 hr 30 min
Overnight
MealsBreakfast
04 · What's included

No hidden costs. No surprises.

What's included

  • A deluxe van or a minibus
  • English-speaking driver or a driver and an English-speaking tour guide
  • Overnight in a luxury desert camp
  • Overnight in a lovely hotel
  • Meals: 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts
  • Camel trekking experience
  • Sandboarding

Not included

  • Lunches
  • Beverages
  • Entrance fees when needed
  • Tips (optional)
07 · Why this tour

Why travellers choose this one.

01

Transparent about accommodations

Before you book with us the accommodations you will stay in we do show you. You will DEFINITELY love them — check them out below.

02

Private tent and private room guaranteed

A private tent with private facilities in a luxury camp in the desert and a private room with private facilities in a beautiful hotel in the Dades Gorges you will have.

03

Like-minded people to travel with

As part of a group of like-minded people you will travel — making friends from around the world while sharing an unforgettable desert experience.

04

Maximum 10 people per departure

A group size of 10 people maximum our small group tour departs with — personalized attention and more significant opportunities to interact with your guide and fellow travelers receiving.

05

A professional guide at Aït Ben Haddou — included

To explore the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou our professional guide will escort you — not finding yourself with another guide that you will have to pay about 3 euros or more.

06

Solo travellers welcome

Solo but never alone travel. As a solo guest, a private tent in the camp and a private room in the hotel at no additional cost we offer you.

08 · Accommodation

Three options — pick your comfort.

Mix-and-match is encouraged. Want option 2 on night one and option 3 on night two? Done.

Night 1

In a luxury desert camp in Erg Chebbi Dunes you will stay. Tastefully decorated and with an en-suite bathroom with a flush toilet and a wash basin each tent has been.

Included in price

Night 2

In a beautiful hotel in the Dades Valley you will stay. Air-conditioned and with en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets and washbasins the rooms are.

Included in price

09 · Traveller reviews

5/5 · 1410 verified reviews.

★★★★★

"An extraordinary experience with their Fes to Marrakech shared desert tour Morocco Fabulous Travel truly delivers. Exceptional the attention to detail, personalized service, and small group setting this journey made. From the Todra Canyon walk to exploring the ancient Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, the blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and relaxation enjoyed. Top-notch the accommodations were, especially the luxury camp under the stars. Valuable insights the tour guide provided, a deeper understanding of the rich Moroccan heritage ensuring. For those seeking a unique and authentic desert adventure a highly recommended tour."

Tayler P. · United States
★★★★★

"An absolute delight my journey on the shared 3 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour was. A personalized experience the small group size ensured, and the transparency in showcasing accommodations before booking appreciated was. From watching Barbary monkeys in the cedar forest to camel trekking across Erg Chebbi Dunes, every moment memorable was. A magical atmosphere the evening campfire with Berber music and drumming created. Truly fabulous the attentive guides, the well-thought-out itinerary, and the high-quality accommodations — especially the luxury camp — this trip made."

Colin H · United States
★★★★★

"An extraordinary experience their Fes to Marrakech shared desert tour truly delivers. Exceptional the attention to detail, personalized service, and small group setting made this journey. From the Todra Canyon walk to exploring the ancient Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, the blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and relaxation enjoyed. Top-notch the accommodations were, especially the luxury camp under the stars. Valuable insights the English-speaking guide provided, a deeper understanding of the rich Moroccan heritage ensuring. For those seeking a unique and authentic desert adventure a highly recommended tour."

Kat C · United States
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10 · FAQ

Questions, answered.

How far is the desert from Fes?

About 310 miles — 500 km — from the desert Fes is.

Can I skip the camel ride to the desert camp?

Of course! Not keen on riding camels if you are, with an alternative covered you we have. In the comfort of a 4x4 vehicle at no extra cost you can relax, and to the camp hassle-free we will transport you.

Is the desert camp tent private?

Yes — a private luxury tent with an en-suite bathroom and toilet you will have.

Is the second night hotel room private?

Yes — a private air-conditioned room at no additional fee you will have.

What vehicles are used for this shared tour?

On how many people are in your group our vehicle type depends. Available are the Ford Tourneo Custom and a Mercedes Benz Sprinter minibus, in addition to other comfortable car options.

How far in advance should I book?

As soon as possible the trip is recommended to be booked.

How to pay for the tour?

Simple and hassle-free our payment procedure is. A small deposit to confirm your reservation is kindly asked for. Via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise this deposit can easily be paid. In cash on the first day of your tour directly to our driver/guide the outstanding balance is due. In euros, US dollars, or an equivalent sum in dirhams the flexibility to pay you have.

What is the cancellation policy?

A cancellation fee of 100% if the booking is cancelled 2 days or less before the event we will charge.

11 · Booking

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