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Sahara Desert Trip from Fez to Marrakech 3 Days 2 Nights

By Bouaouina Private Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 1,893 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This 3-day Sahara Desert journey from Fes to Marrakech is ideal for adventurous travelers, couples, and small groups seeking an immersive cultural experience. You'll visit iconic destinations including the majestic Middle Atlas Mountains, the lush Ziz Valley, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga, and the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges. What sets this tour apart is the chance to ride camels into the desert at sunset, sleep under the stars in a luxury Berber camp, and explore UNESCO-listed sites like Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Along the way, enjoy meaningful encounters with local Amazigh (Berber) communities, insider insights from your knowledgeable guide, and the comfort of a well-organized, private journey tailored to your pace. This is more than a transfer—it's a rich, authentic experience through the heart of southern Morocco.

Activity location

  • Erg Chebbi
    • Erg Chebbi, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bab Boujeloud
    • Rue Talaa Sghira
    • Fès, Fès-Meknès, Morocco

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Affordable Luxury
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00
Price details
RM 1,892.93 x 2 AdultsRM 3,785.86

Total
Price is RM 3,785.86
Until Fri, 3 Oct
Premium Accommodation
  • Activity duration is 3 days3d
    3d
  • English

Luxury Desert Camp
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Luxury Vehicle

Price details
RM 6,309.75 x 2 AdultsRM 12,619.50

Total
Price is RM 12,619.50
Until Fri, 3 Oct

What's included, what's not

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    Guided visit to Ait Ben Haddou
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    Admission fee
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    Hotel/riad pick-up in Fes and drop-off in Marrakech
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    1 night in Dades Valley hotel (en-suite room)
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    Professional English-speaking driver/guide
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    1 night in a luxury desert camp (private en-suite tent)
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    Private air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan
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    Sandboarding experience
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    Camel trek at sunset & sunrise
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunches & drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Ziz Valley – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi (Camel Trek & Desert Camp)
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Standard Or Luxury Desert Camp
Erg Chebbi
  • 14h
The adventure starts in the morning as you leave the bustling streets of Fes behind and head south. The first stop is Ifrane, often called the "Switzerland of Morocco," where European-style chalets line wide, clean avenues. Then you will pass through Azrou’s cedar forest, where you will meet the famous Barbary macaques and enjoy the crisp mountain air. Continuing through the dramatic landscapes of the Middle Atlas, you will stop to take in the panoramic views of the lush Ziz Valley, dotted with palm trees and traditional kasbahs. By late afternoon, you will reach Merzouga, where camels will be waiting. you will ride across the sweeping Erg Chebbi dunes, catching the golden sunset as it melts into the horizon. At the heart of the desert, you will arrive at a luxury Berber camp, complete with private tents, showers, traditional Moroccan hospitality. As the stars begin to shine, we’ll enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, followed by Berber drumming and storytelling around the campfire.
Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, snacks
  • Accommodation: Charming Kasbah Hotel.
Dades Gorges
  • 14h
  • Admission ticket included
You will wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, a quiet and magical moment you’ll never forget. After breakfast, you will ride the camels back to the village and meet your driver once again. The next stop is Rissani, the spiritual home of Morocco’s ruling dynasty. You will explore the traditional souk, full of spices, dates, and handmade crafts, before heading toward the rugged landscapes of Todra Gorge, a dramatic canyon with 300-meter-high cliffs. You will take time to stretch your legs along the gorge, walk beneath its towering walls, and take stunning photos. Then you will follow the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” where you will settle into a charming guesthouse surrounded by surreal rock formations.
Day 3: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Ait Ben Haddou
  • 8h
After breakfast, you will drive through the Valley of Roses, stopping if you wish to visit a local rose cooperative (especially stunning in spring). Then you will continue to Ouarzazate, often referred to as the Hollywood of Africa, where movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones were filmed. You will explore the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s most photographed landmarks. Your guide will walk us through its narrow clay paths, sharing stories of caravan traders and film crews alike. Then, you will begin your ascent over the High Atlas Mountains, winding through the breathtaking Tizi n’Tichka Pass at over 2,260 meters. You will stop for panoramic views before descending into the vibrant city of Marrakech, where your journey ends in the early evening.

Location

Activity location

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    Erg Chebbi
    • Erg Chebbi, Morocco

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Bab Boujeloud
    • Rue Talaa Sghira
    • Fès, Fès-Meknès, Morocco

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