3-Day / 2-Night Desert Journey from Marrakech to Fes

6-Hour Drive Your adventure begins with a scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains, crossing the famous Tizi n’Tichka pass. Along the way, we will stop at traditional Berber villages where you can immerse yourself in local culture and admire the rugged beauty of the landscape. The highlight of the day is visiting Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-listed kasbah featured in many famous films. After exploring this fascinating site, we continue to the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.” On our way, we pass through El Kelaa M’Gouna, renowned for its annual rose festival and rose cultivation. If you’re visiting during spring, we will stop at a woman cooperative where natural rose-based products are handcrafted. We continue our journey and arrive in the Dades Valley for an overnight stay in a charming hotel. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner to end the day.

4-Hour Drive After a hearty breakfast, we begin our drive through the scenic Dades Valley to the oasis town of Tinghir. Here, enjoy a walk through the lush palm groves, learning about the town’s rich history, including its Jewish heritage. Next, we visit the dramatic Todra Gorge, where towering cliffs create a narrow, lush valley. Take a leisurely walk, soaking in the stunning scenery. In the afternoon, we continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara. Experience a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, where you can enjoy a magnificent sunset from the saddle of your camel. Arriving at your desert camp, you’ll have the opportunity to savor a traditional Moroccan dinner and enjoy live Berber music around the campfire, spending the night under the stars.

8-Hour Drive Wake up early to witness the spectacular sunrise over the Sahara dunes, a moment you’ll never forget. After a hearty breakfast, we begin our journey back to Fes, passing through the scenic Ziz Valley, famous for its expansive date palm groves. We stop in Midelt for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can sample authentic Moroccan cuisine while taking in the serene mountain surroundings. Continuing our journey, we drive through the Berber village of Azrou, known for its ancient cedar forests. Here, you’ll have the chance to meet the playful Barbary apes that inhabit the area, a fun experience for both kids and adults. Next, we head to Ifrane, often called “the Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style architecture and cooler climate. Take a short break to enjoy a coffee at a local café before continuing to Fes. As we drive through the lush Middle Atlas Mountains, we arrive in Fes by late afternoon, where your 3-day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour ends.