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The 4-day Tour from Marrakech to Fes via the Vast Sahara Desert will allow you to discover Morocco's authenticity and enjoy the different landscapes of the southeast. This perfect option will also take you to visit the popular Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Skoura Oasis, Rose Valley, Boumalne Dades, Todgha Gorges, Erg Chebbi dunes, Ziz Valley, Atlas Mountains, Forest of Azrou, and Ifrane.
Many travelers around the world demand this trip, especially those who want to explore the Merzouga desert, enjoy camel rides, the sunset/sunrise over the golden dunes, visit the local Nomads, spend an unforgettable night in a desert camp under the stars, and experience the best of Morocco's activities.
Explore the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and the Merzouga Desert on this 4-day adventure.
We will depart at 8 am from Marrakech to Dades Valley. We drive via the High Atlas mountains, crossing the Tizi n'Tichka pass. We will have time to enjoy impressive landscapes and Berber villages, and we will also enjoy a break for coffee or mint tea in a nice area.
In the afternoon, we will visit the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (a UNESCO world heritage site). This Berber Kasbah is essential for international filmmakers. It was also one of the most important fortress strongholds on the old Salt Road, where caravans brought enslaved people, gold, ivory, and salt. Then, we'll pass through Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa.
After Ouarzazate, we will continue to Dades Valley, passing through the Skoura palm grove and Rose Valley. We will spend the night at a hotel in Dades Gorges.
After breakfast, we will drive through the valley to see the fantastic rock formations "The Monkey Toes" and the still-standing 19th-century Kasbah of Ait Yul. We will leave the Dades Valley towards Tinghir and the Todra Valley, and you'll see panoramic views of the old mud Berber villages overlooking this valley. In the Gorge, we will walk under the 300 m high red cliff, where many Rock Climbers come to enjoy this sport.
We'll continue to Erfoud and Rissani, where we'll have lunch before leaving for the Merzouga village. You will be welcomed there with a glass of mint tea before checking into our Hotel/Riad.
After breakfast, we will start exploring the area. We will visit the village of the Gnawi people, who were initially enslaved people from Sudan, to experience their music and lifestyle (Khamlia village). You can see the Merzouga lake near this village, which has flamingos. You may also visit the Nomad Wire House, where many Berber handicraft sellers sell their products at reasonable prices.
In the afternoon, you'll be ready for your camel ride. Guided by an experienced camel guide, you'll explore the sand sea of the Erg-Chebbi for one hour and a half and enjoy the sunset over the dunes before you go to the camp, dinner, and Berber music around the camp, night under the stars in a desert luxury camp.
Our camel guide will wake you up early in the morning, and you will have the chance to watch the best sunrise of your life. Then, after breakfast at the camp, you'll enjoy a camel trek or, if you prefer, a car ride back to your hotel/riad, crossing the unique dunes of Erg Chebbi, which will change with the light as the day progresses.
After that, we will travel to Fes via the Middle Atlas Mountains along the magnificent Ziz Valley carved through volcanic rock, and the Tizi Ntalghamt passes to Midelt. We will stop in Zaida to enjoy a barbecue and refresh with a glass of mint tea, then we continue to Azrou, a Berber village in the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Here, we'll stop to see the Barbarian apes in the famous Cedar forest. Then we drive to Ifrane - "the French village," stopping for a picture and drink before we arrive at Fes, where the Tour ends.
Find answers to the most common questions about our 4-day Morocco tour from Marrakech to Fes.
We use comfortable 4×4 vehicles or vans for groups of 7 or fewer people, and a comfortable minibus for groups of 8 or more.
The duration of the camel ride ranges from 1 to 1.5 hours, depending on the season and camp location.
Yes, you can skip the camel ride. In that case, we will take you to the camp in a 4×4 car at no additional cost.
The total driving distance is approximately 1,098 kilometers (683 miles) across the four days.
Yes, all camp options feature private luxury tents with private en-suite bathrooms and hot showers.
The best time of year for the 4-Day Marrakech To Fes Via Sahara Desert is between October and April. During these months, daytime temperatures in the Sahara Desert are pleasant and comfortable. Summer months (June to August) can get extremely hot, with temperatures often exceeding 45°C (113°F).
All our excursions and multi-day tours are 100% private. You will have a modern, air-conditioned vehicle (4×4 or minivan) and a dedicated professional driver/guide solely for your group. This ensures maximum flexibility, privacy, and a customized experience.
There is ample space in our private vehicles for luggage. We recommend one main suitcase or duffel bag and one small daypack per person. If your tour includes a Sahara camel trek, you will leave your main luggage secure in the support vehicle or hotel and carry only a small bag to the desert camp.
Bottled water is included in the vehicle. Breakfasts and dinners are fully included at your hotels and desert camps. Lunches and extra drinks are not included.
We recommend comfortable walking shoes, loose clothing, a sun hat, sunglasses, high-factor sunscreen, a reusable water bottle, and a warm layer for the desert nights, which can get surprisingly cold (especially in autumn/winter). Don't forget your camera!
Real reviews from our happy travelers who experienced the 4-day Morocco tour from Marrakech to Fes.
April 15, 2025
Our 4 Days Marrakech To Fes Via Sahara Desert was an absolutely amazing experience! Riding camels at sunset over the Sahara dunes was definitely the highlight of our trip. Our driver was extremely friendly and made the journey comfortable.
March 10, 2025
Highly recommend this 4 Days Marrakech To Fes Via Sahara Desert! The organization was perfect and sleeping under a sky full of stars in the desert camp was beautiful. We loved every second of it.
February 20, 2025
We had a fantastic time. The guide was so knowledgeable and taught us so much about the culture. Riding camels at sunset over the Sahara dunes is something we will never forget.