Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour 4 Days via Merzouga

Your 4 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour begins with pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech around 08:00. Meet your private driver-guide and start your journey in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle toward the High Atlas Mountains.

After breakfast, enjoy the peaceful morning views of Dades Valley before continuing your journey through southern Morocco. Travel toward Tinghir and Todra Gorge, one of the most impressive natural canyons in the country.
Take time to walk inside Todra Gorge, admire the high rock walls, and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding palm groves and Berber villages. This stop is perfect for photos, a short walk, and discovering Morocco’s dramatic canyon landscapes.
Continue toward Merzouga, passing through desert towns and changing landscapes as you approach the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Upon arrival, meet your camels and begin a sunset camel trek across the Sahara dunes toward your desert camp.
Arrive at the camp in the heart of the dunes, enjoy dinner, Berber music, and a magical night under the stars. Sleeping in a private desert tent is one of the most memorable experiences of this Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Overnight: Private desert tent in Merzouga
Meals: Dinner and breakfast included

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes, then return by camel or camp transfer to Merzouga for breakfast. This day is dedicated to exploring the desert region and discovering the culture, landscapes, and lifestyle around Merzouga.
Travel around the Erg Chebbi dunes by 4x4 and enjoy panoramic viewpoints over the Sahara. Visit nomad families and learn about their traditional way of life in the desert, including their tents, animals, daily customs, and hospitality.
Continue to Khamlia village, known for its Gnawa music and cultural heritage. Enjoy mint tea and listen to traditional music performed by local musicians, creating a special cultural moment during your desert journey.
In the afternoon, enjoy free time to relax, explore the dunes, try optional sandboarding, or simply admire the sunset over the Sahara. Dinner and overnight will be at your hotel or desert accommodation in Merzouga.
Overnight: Hotel or desert accommodation in Merzouga
Meals: Dinner and breakfast included

After breakfast, leave Merzouga and begin the journey north toward Fes. Travel through the Tafilalet palm grove and the beautiful Ziz Valley, famous for its long oasis, palm trees, and impressive viewpoints.
Continue toward Midelt, where you can stop for lunch, then travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Along the way, pass through cedar forests near Azrou, where you may see Barbary monkeys living among the trees.
Before reaching Fes, stop in Ifrane, often called the “Moroccan Switzerland” because of its clean streets, gardens, and alpine-style architecture. This charming city offers a very different atmosphere from the desert landscapes of the previous days.
Arrive in Fes around the evening, where your driver will drop you off at your hotel, riad, or agreed meeting point. End of your 4 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour via Merzouga.