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Fez to Merzouga desert tour 4 days
Discover the best of Morocco on this unforgettable Fez to Merzouga desert tour 4 days. Travel from the cultural heart of Morocco through the Middle Atlas Mountains, scenic valleys, ancient kasbahs, and the golden Sahara Desert before arriving in the vibrant Red City of Marrakech.
Your adventure begins in Fez, heading south through the charming alpine town of Ifrane and the cedar forests near Azrou, home to wild Barbary macaques. Continue through mountain landscapes and oasis towns, with breathtaking views of the palm-filled Ziz Valley.
Arriving in Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek into the spectacular dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset. Spend a magical night in a desert camp with traditional Berber music, Moroccan dinner, and a sky full of stars.
Continue your journey through southern Morocco, visiting dramatic desert landscapes, ancient villages, and the stunning Todra Gorge. Explore the famous Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage ksar known for its beautiful earthen architecture and movie history.
Cross the scenic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass before arriving in lively Marrakech.
This tour is the perfect combination of culture, landscapes, history, and desert adventure—ideal for travelers who want to experience Morocco from Fez to Marrakech in one incredible trip.
Fez to Merzouga desert tour 4 days
Tour starts in Fez and ends in Marrakech
Itineraries
Day 1
Fes – Ifrane – Azrou- Midelt – Merzouga Desert
In the morning after breakfast depart to Merzouga via Ifran Moroccan Swiss style of town and cedar forests. It is where we will stop for a while to enjoy seeing monkeys climbing the trees. The lunch will be in Midelt, “the apple capital”, at the foot of the Ayachi Mountain.
We continue over the Tizi-n-Talghmt pass and through the Ziz Valley, which is particularly well-known for its palm trees and the length of the oasis.
All along the road there are innumerable “ksars”, small villages of individual houses. From here we reach Er Rachidia and then Erfoud. Erfoud is famous for its date festival and fossils.
Arrive Merzouga where Morocco’s unique dunes, the rest of the day will be dedicated to appreciate the evening change over the dunes. The night will be in Desert Hotel just next to the sand dunes.
Day 2
Merzouga – Tour around Erg Chebbi Dunes by 4×4
After breakfast heading to Khamlia village to enjoy live Gnawa music. After that we continue through an off-road to have a tour of sand dunes and stop to have a tea with nomads in their Berber tent. You will discover a new sense of life with the Nomads.
From there back to the hotel to relax before start your camel trip into the middle of the dunes in order to see the sunset then after you will arrive to the camp and spend the night under nomadic tent. The diner will serve in the camp with Berber music.
Day 3
Merzouga – Rissani – Todra gorges – Dades valley
Wake up early to see the spectacle of the sunrise, when the colour of the dunes and the play of shadows are an awesome sight. Arriving to the hotel to have breakfast and shower. Continue to Ouarzazate via Rissani you will stop in Erfoud: famous for its fossilized marbles where you will visit the workshop production of marble fossils. Continue to Todra Gorges an ideal place for walking and exploring in your own. Have lunch then drive to Dades and check in the Hotel.
Day 4
Dades valley – Rose valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After breakfast drive to Marrakech through the valley of Dades and the town of roses, Kelaa Mgouna. We continue through the road of Thousand-Kasbah passing Skoura palm trees untill we arrive to Ouarzazate city. It is named “Hollywood of Morocco” We head to Aït Benhaddou, a ‘fortified village’, a World Heritage site by UNESCO. The Kasbah situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. It is situated on a hill along the Ouarzazate River.
The site had been the setting for many films including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator and Mummy. After stop for lunch then continue to Marrakech over the high Atlas mountains.
Included in this 4 days Marrakech Fes desert trip:
- Transportation service in 4×4 or minibus/vehicles with A.C + Fuel
- Driver guide English speaking.
- Accommodation with dinner and breakfast for 3 nights.
- Camel riding experience, Camel each.
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
- Water for camel trip
Not included in the price:
- Water and drinks during meals.
- Lunches
- Tips
The tour starts in Fez and ends in Marrakech.
The tour lasts 4 days and 3 nights.
Yes, a camel trek through the dunes of Erg Chebbi is usually included.
You will spend one night in a desert camp in Merzouga. Standard and luxury camp options are often available.
Most tours include breakfasts and dinners. Lunches are usually not included.
Both options are available depending on your preference and budget.
Yes, the tour is suitable for most travelers. If needed, a 4x4 vehicle can be arranged instead of camels.
There are several scenic driving days with stops for photos, meals, and sightseeing.
Yes, vegetarian and other dietary requests can usually be arranged with advance notice.
The tour usually ends with drop-off at your accommodation or a central meeting point in Marrakech.