3 days tour from Marrakech to Fes

Overview

Duration:3 days 2 nights
Tour Type:Cultural Tours, Desert Tours
Language:English, Italian, Spanish

Embark on a 3-day journey from Marrakech to Fes through Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes. Travel across the High Atlas Mountains, explore the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, and visit the cinematic city of Ouarzazate. Discover the dramatic Dades and Todra Gorges, experience camel trekking through the golden dunes of the Sahara, and sleep under the stars in a desert camp. The adventure concludes with the lush Ziz Valley, the cedar forests of Azrou, and the alpine charm of Ifrane before arriving in Fes.

Highlights

Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
Ouarzazate
Dades and Todra Gorges
Camel trekking in the Sahara Desert
Sunset and sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes
Rissani souk and Ziz Valley
Cedar forests and Barbary apes in Azrou
Ifrane, the “Little Switzerland” of Morocco

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorges

Your journey begins with an early departure from Marrakech, driving across the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. The scenic drive offers panoramic views of the mountains and traditional Berber villages dotted along the way.

Your first stop is the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its stunning mud-brick architecture. This ancient fortified village has been a backdrop for numerous films, including Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After exploring the kasbah, continue to Ouarzazate, known as Morocco’s “Hollywood,” where you can visit the Taourirt Kasbah or take a brief tour of the local film studios.

Next, head to Dades Gorges, a stunning canyon surrounded by towering cliffs and rock formations. After arriving in Dades, check into your hotel or riad, enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, and relax in the tranquil atmosphere.

Highlights: Tizi n’Tichka Pass, Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, Ouarzazate, Dades Gorges.
Overnight: Hotel in Dades Gorges.

Day 2: Dades Gorges to Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Camel Ride and Night in Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, drive to the stunning Todra Gorges, where the towering cliffs rise dramatically around you. You will have time to walk through the gorge, explore its riverbanks, and admire the landscape before continuing your journey toward Erfoud.

In Erfoud, a town famous for its fossil workshops, you’ll stop briefly before heading to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Upon arrival, mount your camel for a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi Dunes, where you will witness a stunning Sahara sunset as the sun dips below the golden dunes. After your trek, enjoy a traditional Berber dinner at your desert camp, where you’ll also enjoy a night under the stars.

Highlights: Todra Gorges, Erfoud, Camel ride in the Sahara Desert, Sunset over the Erg Chebbi Dunes, Overnight in desert camp.
Overnight: Desert camp near Merzouga.

Day 3: Merzouga to Rissani – Ziz Valley – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes

Wake up early to enjoy the Sahara sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at your desert camp. Afterward, you’ll ride your camel back to Merzouga and continue your journey to Rissani, an ancient town with a vibrant souk and rich history. Here, you can explore the market and experience the local culture.

Next, travel through the Ziz Valley, famous for its vast palm groves and dramatic landscapes. Continue north to Azrou, a charming town in the Middle Atlas Mountains, known for its cedar forests. Stop to see the famous Barbary apes in the forest before continuing to Ifrane, a picturesque town often referred to as “Little Switzerland” due to its European-style architecture and mountain scenery.

Finally, you will arrive in Fes, where the tour concludes. You can explore the city’s old medina or head to your hotel/riad for a relaxing evening.

Highlights: Rissani souk, Ziz Valley, Azrou, Barbary apes, Ifrane, Arrival in Fes.
Overnight: Hotel or riad in Fes.

Includes/Excludes

2 nights in comfortable hotels, riads, and desert camps
Air-conditioned vehicle for all transfers and excursions
Camel trek in the Sahara Desert (sunset and sunrise included)
Breakfast and dinner daily (unless otherwise specified)
Visits to Ait Benhaddou, Todra Gorges, Rissani, Ziz Valley, and more
Driver/guide throughout the tour

Lunches (available along the way)
Drinks (soft and alcoholic beverages)
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff

Check Avaibility

Morocco trip from Marrakech to Fes

A Morocco trip from Marrakech to Fes is a perfect short adventure. This Morocco holidays tour combines mountains, valleys, deserts, and traditional villages. It is ideal for travelers who want culture, nature, and desert experiences in a few days.

The journey starts early in Marrakech. The road climbs the High Atlas Mountains through the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. The views are breathtaking. Green valleys and rocky peaks appear along the way. Small Berber villages dot the mountains. Travelers can stop for photos and short breaks.

The first stop is Ait Ben Haddou, a historic UNESCO site. Its mud-brick architecture is stunning. Many films were shot here. The road then leads to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert. The day ends in the dramatic Dades Gorges with its amazing rock formations.

The second day follows the road to the Todra Gorges. Towering canyon walls create spectacular scenery. Travelers then continue toward Erfoud and finally reach Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara. Here begins a magical camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. The night is spent in a traditional desert camp with dinner, music, and stars overhead.

The final day travels north toward Fes. The road passes through Rissani, the scenic Ziz Valley, and cedar forests near Azrou and Ifrane. Travelers arrive in Fes with unforgettable memories. This Morocco trip is a perfect Morocco holidays tour for desert, mountains, and culture.

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