Fes Medina Meeting Point

The 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour begins by gathering all travelers at a meeting point located in the Medina of Fes.

Ifrane Short Walk

The first stop is Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco due to its houses with gabled roofs. The city was founded by the French administration in 1928 as a place to escape the Sahara desert heat. Travelers will have a brief walk here.

15 min

Cedar Forest Stop

After departing from Ifrane, the journey proceeds through the Middle Atlas Mountains with a roadside pause in a Cedar forest. There is an opportunity to observe a species of monkey that is indigenous to the Atlas Mountains region.

15 min

Oasis Panoramic View

Following lunch at a restaurant en route, the journey proceeds toward Merzouga with a stop to view an Oasis filled with palm trees from a panoramic point.

15 min

Merzouga Desert Camp

Arriving in Merzouga desert in the afternoon, travelers can ride camels for about one hour and 40 minutes across large sand dunes to reach a luxury desert camp. The camel trek includes a stop on a high dune to watch the sunset over Erg Chebbi dunes. Alternatively, reaching the camp by 4x4 vehicle is included. Upon arrival, guests are shown to their private tents. After dinner, there is an opportunity to sit around a campfire while staff perform traditional Berber music, followed by star gazing before rest.

840 min

Sunrise and Optional Activities

An early wake-up is suggested to watch the sunrise. After breakfast at the camp, travelers may choose to leave by camel or 4x4 vehicle. There is an option to add quad biking or buggy driving for an additional fee, which must be requested the night before.

Rissani Souk Visit

If the day is Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, the tour stops in Rissani to experience a traditional Moroccan souk, which operates only three days per week. Rissani is also the origin of Morocco's current ruling family.

40 min

Todra Canyon Walk

After exploring Rissani, the drive continues to Todra Canyon, Morocco's deepest canyon with cliffs over 300 meters high. A walk is taken beneath the canyon before proceeding to the next destination.

15 min

Dades Gorges Rock Formations

Arriving in Dades Gorges in the afternoon, the group first visits rock formations known as monkey fingers. Then, they proceed to a location offering a panoramic view of the Gorges.

840 min

Kelaat Mgouna Rose Valley

After breakfast at the hotel, the drive heads to Ouarzazate passing through Kelaat Mgouna, known for its roses. If the tour occurs during spring, there is a stop in a valley abundant with roses.

Ouarzazate Studio and Kasbah

In Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Africa and gateway to the Sahara, the tour includes driving to Atlas Studio, the largest studio in the world by land area. Many films and TV series, such as Aladdin, Vikings, and Prison Break, have been produced there. Visitors may take photos from outside. Visiting inside the studio is optional, requires about an hour and a half, and involves an entrance fee not included in the tour price. Afterwards, the group drives to explore the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.

15 min

Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah Visit

The guide leads a visit to the ancient Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, explaining its history. This fortified village exemplifies Moroccan architecture and served as a caravanserai on Sahara caravan routes. The Kasbah has appeared in numerous films and TV series, including Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

90 min

Drive over High Atlas Mountains

After visiting the Kasbah, the journey continues by car to Marrakech crossing the High Atlas Mountains. There will be several stops along the route to observe the views.

15 min

Arrival in Marrakech and drop-off

The group arrives in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Participants will be dropped off at the nearest location accessible by car to their Hotel or Riad. This marks the end of the Fes to Marrakech desert tour.