2 Days Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
2 Days 1 NightOverview
Set out on a 2-day trip from Marrakech to Fes through some of Morocco’s most striking sights. Leave the busy streets of Marrakech behind and travel through mountain passes, ancient villages, lush valleys, and the vast Sahara, all on your way to Fes. This journey is packed with adventure, local culture, and unforgettable views.
Top Stops and Sights
- High Atlas Mountains
- Ksar Ait Ben Haddou (time permitting)
- Ouarzazate (the “Hollywood” of Morocco)
- Rose and Dades Valleys
- Erg Chebbi Dunes (Merzouga)
- Ziz Valley
- Cedar Forest (see wild monkeys)
- Ifrane (known as Morocco’s “Little Switzerland”)
Itinerary: 2 Days, 1 Night - Marrakech to Fes via Erg Chebbi
Get up close with the Sahara on this short but deep desert experience. You’ll camp in the sand dunes, take a camel trek, and catch amazing sunset and sunrise views.
Pick-up from your Marrakech hotel in a private vehicle. Drive across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, cross the Tizi N’tichka pass (2,260 meters), and visit the famed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Enjoy lunch at a local spot, then continue to Ouarzazate. Stop near the Atlas film studios for photos before exploring the city center and the Kasbah of Taourirt. Take in the views of Kalaa M’gouna and Boumalne Dades including a panoramic stop overlooking the Dades Valley. The road continues to Todra Gorges by way of Imider and Tinghir, with plenty of stops for photos along the way. Explore the towering walls of Todra Gorges, then travel through Tinejdad and Erfoud before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Here, hop on a camel for a sunset ride into the heart of the dunes. Arrive at your desert camp for a night in a traditional or luxury nomad tent, where dinner under the stars awaits.
Wake early to watch the sun rise over the Sahara, then enjoy breakfast at camp. Begin the trip to Errachidia through Erfoud, Aoufous, and the scenic Ziz Valley, stopping to take in the wide views of Aoufous oasis in Tafilalte. Cross the Tizi N’talghamt pass to reach Midelt for lunch. After lunch, continue to Fes by way of the Cedar Forest near Azrou, a great spot to see Barbary monkeys. There’s time to stop in Ifrane, Morocco’s version of Switzerland, before reaching Fes. Drop-off is at your chosen address in the city.
What’s Included:
- • Private air-conditioned van or 4x4, based on group size
- • Fuel
- • English-speaking driver/guide
- • Pick up and drop off at your hotel or riad
- • Stays in authentic hotels, kasbahs, or riads
- • Camel ride to and from camp
- • Camel handler
- • Overnight in a desert camp (luxury or traditional nomad tent)
- • Breakfasts
- • Dinners during the desert part of the trip (vegetarian options available)
- • Stops to visit sights, enjoy walks, snap photos, and take breaks
What’s Not Included:
- • Lunches
- • Drinks
- • Entry tickets to all attractions
- • Tips for drivers and guides
- • Hotels in Marrakech or Fes, unless arranged separately
FAQ
The 2-day tour from Marrakech to Fes is set up as a private trip. Only the people who book together will be on this tour, with no extra guests added. The focus is on a personalized experience with top service, which is why private tours are the main offer.
At the luxury camp, each tent is private and comes with its own bathroom and hot shower.
If you want to skip the camel ride, the camp provides a 4×4 vehicle to bring you and your bags to and from camp. You can also request ATVs for an extra fee.
During your camel ride, you’ll carry only what you need. The camp staff transports all your other bags by 4×4, so your luggage will be waiting for you when you arrive.
Travel happens in either an air-conditioned SUV or a minivan. For small groups, the SUV is usually a Land Cruiser Prado and fits up to 4 people. Minivans like the Mercedes Vito Tourer or Ford Tourneo carry up to 8. For bigger groups, a minibus for up to 18 is available.
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