3 Days Tour from Marrakech to Fes

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Our Overview

Embarking on a 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fes provides an opportunity to witness Morocco’s stunning landscapes, historic sites, and captivating desert experiences. This journey takes you from the vibrant city of Marrakech to the cultural heart of Fes, passing through the breathtaking Atlas Mountains, ancient kasbahs, and the mesmerizing Sahara Desert. With well-planned stops along the way, this tour showcases some of Morocco’s most famous and beautiful locations.

Why Take a 3-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes?

A 3-day tour from Marrakech to Fes is ideal for travelers wanting to experience both Morocco’s cultural heritage and its natural wonders. This route allows you to explore diverse environments—from lush valleys and mountain landscapes to the vast dunes of the Sahara. Spending the night in the desert and ending in Fes makes this tour a memorable Moroccan adventure.

itinerary :

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Marrakech to Dades Valley ▲

Departure from Marrakech

Begin your journey early in the morning, leaving Marrakech towards the High Atlas Mountains, passing traditional Berber villages and scenic landscapes.

Crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass

Cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest major mountain pass in North Africa, offering breathtaking panoramic views.

Ait Benhaddou Kasbah

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, a well-preserved mudbrick kasbah featured in famous films such as Game of Thrones and Gladiator.

Explore the kasbah and its narrow streets
Learn about local Berber culture

Lunch in Ouarzazate

Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Gateway to the Desert”, with optional visits to Taourirt Kasbah or film studios.

Skoura & Rose Valley

Drive through Skoura oasis and Rose Valley, famous for palm groves and seasonal rose festivals.

Overnight in Dades Valley

Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional guesthouse in the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.

Day 2 – Dades Valley to Merzouga Desert ▲

Dades & Todra Gorges

Visit the dramatic Dades Gorges, then continue to Todra Gorges, a towering canyon popular for hiking and photography.

Walk through Todra Gorges
Admire impressive rock formations

Heading to Merzouga

After lunch, continue towards Merzouga as the landscape transforms into desert scenery.

Camel Trek & Sunset

Ride camels across the Erg Chebbi dunes and enjoy a spectacular sunset over the Sahara.

Overnight in Desert Camp

Traditional Moroccan dinner
Berber music around the campfire
Stargazing under the desert sky

Day 3 – Merzouga to Fes ▲

Sunrise over Erg Chebbi

Wake up early to enjoy sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp and return to Merzouga by camel.

Ziz Valley

Travel through the scenic Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and ancient kasbahs.

Midelt – Lunch Stop

Stop in Midelt for lunch at the foothills of the Middle Atlas Mountains.

Azrou Cedar Forest

Drive through cedar forests, home to Barbary macaque monkeys.

Arrival in Fes

Arrival in Fes in the late afternoon or evening, marking the end of your journey.