Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara: A 4-Day Desert Adventure
Experience a 4-day private Fes to Marrakech desert tour with RoaMorocco and discover Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes. Travel across the Middle Atlas Mountains to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, enjoy camel trekking, luxury desert camps, ancient kasbahs, and breathtaking scenery along the way.
Overview
This unforgettable 4-day private Fes to Marrakech desert tour takes you through Morocco’s most dramatic and diverse landscapes. Journey across the Middle Atlas Mountains, explore the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, experience authentic Saharan life, and travel ancient caravan routes lined with fortified kasbahs.
From cedar forests and nomadic encounters to camel trekking and a magical night under the Saharan stars, this private desert adventure blends culture, comfort, and unforgettable scenery perfect for travelers seeking a true Moroccan experience.
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Itineraries
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)
Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert and arrive in Merzouga near the golden Erg Chebbi dunes.
Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration – Camel Trek – Luxury Camp
Discover nomadic culture, enjoy a sunset camel trek, and spend the night in a luxury desert camp under the stars.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Ouarzazate
Visit traditional markets, explore the dramatic Todra Gorges, and follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate.
Day 4: Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
Explore the iconic Aït Benhaddou, cross the High Atlas Mountains, and arrive in Marrakech.
This 4-day private Fes to Marrakech desert tour blends adventure, culture, and breathtaking desert landscapes into one unforgettable journey.
Your Sahara journey begins with an early departure from Fes. Travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through Ifrane, known for its alpine-style architecture, and the cedar forests near Azrou, home to Barbary macaques.
After lunch in Midelt, continue toward the desert, crossing ever-changing landscapes until reaching Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops. By late afternoon, arrive in Merzouga at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Dinner and overnight in a hotel near the dunes.
After breakfast, explore the Merzouga region by 4×4. Visit Khamlia village to enjoy traditional Gnawa music, then travel off-road across desert plains to meet nomadic families and share tea in Berber tents.
Enjoy a traditional Berber pizza lunch before relaxing at your hotel. In the late afternoon, begin your camel trek into the dunes, perfectly timed for a breathtaking Sahara sunset.
Arrive at your luxury desert camp where mint tea, dinner, live Berber music, and a magical night under the stars await in your private ensuite tent.
Wake early to witness sunrise over the dunes, then return by camel to your hotel for breakfast and a shower.
Continue toward Rissani, once a major trading center, and visit a fossil marble workshop in Erfoud. Travel onward to the impressive Todra Gorges, where towering canyon walls create a spectacular setting for a walk and lunch break.
In the afternoon, pass through the Valley of Roses and Skoura palm grove along the legendary Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, visit the iconic Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s best-preserved fortified villages.
Continue through the scenic Ounila Valley and cross the High Atlas Mountains via panoramic mountain roads. After lunch along the way, arrive in Marrakech by late afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 4-day private Fes to Marrakech desert tour with RoaMorocco.
FAQ
You’ll stay in a comfortable desert camp with private ensuite tents, hot showers, and traditional Moroccan meals.
Yes, a sunset camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes is included, with a sunrise experience the next morning.
Comfortable clothes, a light jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a small backpack are recommended.
Absolutely. RoaMorocco can adjust accommodations, stops, or add extra nights based on your preferences.
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