Explore the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert on an unforgettable journey that includes a relaxing day before embarking on a camel trek and spending the night at a traditional Berber desert camp. Travel through scenic gorges, historic kasbahs, and charming villages on your way to Marrakech.
Enjoy a magical evening in the desert with camel trekking, a delicious dinner, and an overnight stay under the starlit Sahara sky. Witness the stunning sunrise and sunset over the golden dunes, capturing the beauty of the desert landscapes.
Travel comfortably in a private vehicle from Fes, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included, making your adventure seamless and stress-free.
Stop in the cedar forests near Ifrane to observe the playful Barbary Apes on the way to Fez
Spend the night at a desert camp in Merzouga, with dinner and traditional entertainment
Enjoy a spectacular sunset camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes
Take a stroll through Todra Oasis along the stream leading to the Todra Gorges
Drive along the Valley of the Roses and the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi Ntichka Pass, enjoying the stunning scenery
Your Fes Desert Trip begins with a 7:00 a.m. pick-up from your hotel or riad, heading into the Middle Atlas Mountains. The first stop is Ifrane, known as Morocco’s “Little Switzerland” for its Alpine-style architecture and winter snow, with the nearby Michliffen ski resort adding to its charm.
Next, explore the cedar forests around Azrou, home to the famous Barbary macaques, who may playfully interact with visitors. Continue south through the scenic Atlas Mountains, passing forested peaks, winding streams, and dramatic rock formations, before reaching Rissani, an important town at the edge of the Sahara.
Travel further south to the Erg Chebbi dunes, where massive golden sands rise up to 50 meters. Enjoy a 90-minute camel trek at sunset, and arrive at a traditional Berber desert camp. Savor a delicious dinner, listen to traditional Berber music, and spend the night in a comfortable tent beneath a sky blanketed with stars.
Wake early to watch the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, then ride your camel back to the hotel for breakfast, observing how the morning light transforms the desert landscape.
Your journey continues toward Ouarzazate, passing through the Todgha Gorges, a canyon carved 300 meters deep into the High Atlas Mountains. Explore the area around Tinghir, with its dramatic cliffs and narrow gorge, considered one of Morocco’s most stunning natural landscapes.
Next, stop in Kelaat M’Gouna, the “Rose City,” famous for its annual Rose Festival and fragrant rose products. Continue through the Skoura oasis, with its lush palm groves and spectacular Atlas Mountain views, before arriving in Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel.
After breakfast, explore Ouarzazate’s film studios, often called Africa’s Hollywood, where you can see props and memorabilia from films like Gladiator, The Mummy, Indiana Jones, and Game of Thrones. Then, visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, an iconic mud-brick fortress that has appeared in many famous films.
Continue your journey through the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, Morocco’s highest mountain pass at over 2,250 meters, with breathtaking views, picturesque Berber villages, and waterfalls along the way.
Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon or evening, where your driver will drop you off at your hotel or riad, marking the end of your unforgettable 3-day Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert tour.
