Sahara Gate Tours

3 Days Desert Excursions From Fes To Marrakesh

Descriptions

This 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara desert will take you from Fes to Marrakech, going through the Atlas Mountains and Morocco’s vast Sahara desert. Our 3-day private Fes to Marrakech Desert tour is great for viewing the finest of Morocco, including cedar woods, a beautiful green oasis, sand dunes, gorges, and ksour Kasbahs in the Middle Atlas highlands.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR:

 

Visit the Azrou Cedar Forest to view the Barbary Apes.
Panoramic views of the Erg Chebbi dunes
Experience Camel riding at Merzouga, Morocco
Enjoy the sunset over the sand dunes.
A hearty supper and a campfire party (Berber Drums)
Merzouga Desert Camp Overnight Camping
Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Views of the Atlas Mountains’ landscapes are truly spectacular.

  • pick-up and drop-off from your Marrakech hotel.
  • Private  vehicle with A/C and fuel for the entire journey.
  • Driver-guide (English speaking)
  • Camel Trek with a guide to an overnight nomad desert bivouac (Private tents)
  • Several photo stops, coffee breaks, and toilet facilities breaks
  • Kasbahs, Oasis, and Valley Exploration
  • 3-day journey from Fes to Marrakech 
  • Alcoholic beverages and fresh drinks,and tips
  • Lunch meal

Proposal details Itinerary of 3 days fes to Marrakech

Day 1: Fes – Ifran – Azrou – Midelt – Er-Rachidia – Erfoud – Merzouga

in this 3 days tour Your driver will meet you at your hotel to transport you to the desert village of Merzouga via Azrou, the cedar forests and Ziz gorge. This is an interesting route and you can stop for lunch in a Berber café. Your excursion will take you deeper south to the Sahara Desert for a camel trek into the beautiful Erg Chebbi dunes ,where you will spend the evening in a bivouac (camp), enjoy a Moroccan dinner, and sleep in a traditional Nomad camel hair tent.

Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Tinejdad – Tineghir – Todra Gorges – Boumalne Dades

Wake-up to a spectacular sunrise in the desert then You will return Back by camel to the hotel where youwill enjoy  your breakfast and shower, then you take the way to  travel to Tinerhir for lunch and to visit the dramatic Todra Gorges. Next you will continue through the Dades Valley to the spectacular “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs” and on to the former French Foreign Legion outpost of Ouarzazate where you will spend the night at your Hotel or Riad in Dades Valley  .

Day 3: Dadès gorges – El-Kelaâ M’Gouna – Ouarzazate – Aït BenHaddou – Tizi N’Tichka Pass – Marrakech

Enjoy breakfast and continue the journey to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Benhaddou that is situated on a hill along the Ouarzazate River. This beautiful example of southern Moroccan architecture has been used as a backdrop for over 20 films including Lawrence of Arabia, Jewel of the Nile, The  Mummy, and Gladiator. You will then continue to Marrakech over the Tizi N’ Tichka Pass while enjoying superb views of the High Atlas Mountains and of the Berber villages. overnight at Marrakech hotel. End of our services.

 

Frequently Asked Questions — 3 Days Fes Desert Tour (Fes to Marrakech via Sahara)

What is the 3-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech?

 

Private tour (recommended for comfort and flexibility)
Small group shared tour (budget-friendly option)

How long is the camel ride in Merzouga?

The camel trek usually lasts 1 to 1.5 hours, timed for sunset or sunrise in the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Can I skip the camel ride?

Yes. A 4×4 transfer to the desert camp is available for those who prefer not to ride camels.

What is the desert camp like?

You can choose between:

Standard desert camp
Luxury desert camp

Luxury camps may include:

Private tents
Comfortable beds
Private bathrooms
Hot showers
Traditional Moroccan dinner
Berber music around the fire
Is 3 days enough for the Sahara Desert?

Yes, it is the most popular short desert tour. It gives you:

One night in the desert
Major landscapes of Morocco
Camel trekking experience
Journey from Fes to Marrakech

However, it is a fast-paced trip with long driving days.

How many hours do we drive each day?

Approximate driving times:

Day 1: 7–8 hours with stops
Day 2: 4–5 hours
Day 3: 7–8 hours to Marrakech

Stops are made for sightseeing, photos, and breaks.

Is the tour suitable for families?

Yes, it is suitable for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups.

What should I pack for the desert tour?

Recommended:

Comfortable walking shoes
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Warm jacket (desert gets cold at night)
Light clothing for daytime
Scarf for wind/sand
Camera or phone charger
Is Morocco safe for tourists?

Yes, Morocco is considered a safe and welcoming destination for travelers.

What is the best time to do this tour?

Best seasons:

Spring (March–May)
Autumn (September–November)

These months offer ideal desert and mountain weather.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. You can customize:

Hotels and desert camp type
Private or group tour
Extra stops or activities
Start/end city adjustments
How do I book this tour?

You can book directly with Sahara Gate Tours via:

Website contact form
WhatsApp
Email

Why choose Sahara Gate Tours?

Travel with Sahara Gate Tours for:

Authentic Sahara Desert experiences
Local experienced drivers and guides
Comfortable private transport
Flexible itineraries
Trusted Moroccan hospitality
Memorable Fes to Marrakech desert journey

 

Tour Map:

3 Days Desert Tour From Fes To Marrakesh

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What They Say

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Beautiful destinations, food to die for and a comfortable ride with AC in the car. Very well organised by Mohaa. Our guide Mostafa was incredible. The trip was amazing especially the Sahara desert. Mostafa took care of us and the food was really good. You will remember this trip for the rest of your life.
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María Teresa R
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Excellent guides and hosts!!!! Excellent Mohamed and his partner Ibrahim.We felt very protected, it was our first trip to Morocco and we were a little afraid with the language and customs but everything was excellent with them.They kept surprising us, the places that took us, the landscapes and with incredible experiences. They speak like 5 languages both so in that sense ... all resolved hahahaha!! Super recommended. Thank you both so much and hopefully it will be repeated!!!
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Tati S
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A wonderful experience, Moha is an excellent guide. He made us the guide in Spanish, we were touring the center of Marrakech shopping and all the places he took us were amazing and with a lot of history. 100% recommended. 🙏
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Rosario B
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It was a trip of friends and you can assure that it was unforgettable, with the attention and dedication to make the Morocco experience unique. A cultural journey 100% , lived with all the senses, from the places where we had lunch, the flavors, the landscapes, the stories of each place, the Riads and the desert!!! Hundreds of photos and beautiful memories
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Heather Michelle
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15 day around Morocco much better than what we imagined. We were 3 women traveling alone for 15 days around the country, we started at casablanca and ended in Marrakech, the whole trip was delightful and we felt safe the whole time, Sahara Gate Tours had perfectly planned our itinerary with excellent timing in each place we visited, all hotels, restaurants and sightseeing were Absolutely amazing! Our guide Moha was the best, everyday with good energy and happy vibes, he made our trip fun the entire time, we felt safe and well guided, his car was perfectly clean and he had organized our tour according to our interests, all other city guides were also nice and very well prepared.Thanks Moha for making our trip so special! We had and amazing time!
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junny
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Best ever 5 Days desert tour from Marrakech It is impossible to express how much we enjoyed our trip to Morocco, which is mostly due to Mohamed. By the end of our trip, our three children, ages seven, nine, and eleven, were all enamored with Moha. On the trip, my daughter turned ten, and he bought gifts for every child! He even managed to procure my kid a cake in the Sahara desert with her name on it! Very safe driving and excellent communication. He was really understanding and listened to what we wanted to do. Definitely going to tell others about Sahara Gate Tours. It really could not have been better in any aspect.
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Jarmila R
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Amazing The trip was amazing. The camel ride to Sahara oasis was unforgetable. Thanks to Mohaa Sahara Aitelcaid our group hot the best guide.
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Francesco
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Da Fes a Merzouga Professonali e amichevolei ci hanno guidato per il lungo tour da Fes a mergouza. Una esperienza bellissima attraverso la catena del atlante sino alle dune sabbiose del Sahara
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NatiMella
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Excelente viaje por marruecos Desde pick up en el aeropuerto, seleccion de hoteleria y transporte terrestre hasta el desierto del sahara, ida y vuelta. Atención personalizada, conocen perfectamente la zona. MUY recomendable, hicieron nuestro viaje excelente.
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miguel r
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Mágica Fue una experiencia increíble. Nos acompaño Moha, un genio de esas personas que la vida te pone en tu camino y parece que la conoces de toda la vida. Marruecos es una tierra de leyendas, es mi segunda vez en el destino lo recomiendo absolutamente. Todos los servicios que nos ofreció la empresa sorprendió nuestras espectativas. Nos dedicamos a la actividad turística en patagonia por eso es que hablo con conocimiento del tema, realmente sorprendente. Párrafo aparte la experiencia en el desierto del Sahara, es una película. Gracias de todo corazón
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