Local agency in Merzouga · Since 2011
3 days Marrakech Fes desert

Private tour from Marrakech

3 Days Marrakech to Fes via the Desert

  • Private transport
  • Professional guide
  • Accommodation included
  • Local experiences
From €170/ person
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Duration3 days / 2 nights
DepartureMarrakech
RouteMarrakech → Dades Gorge → Merzouga → Fes
GroupPrivate
LanguageSpanish / English
PriceFrom €170/person
3days
2nights
1night in the desert
≈ 1,133 kmin a private vehicle

Route map – 3 days Marrakech Fes desert

From Marrakech to Fes. The orange dots show where you sleep each night.

  1. 1
    Marrakech
  2. 2
    Ait Benhaddou
  3. 3
    Ouarzazate
  4. 4
    Dades GorgeNight of day 1
  5. 5
    Todra Gorge
  6. 6
    Erfoud
  7. 7
    MerzougaNight of day 2
  8. 8
    Ziz Valley
  9. 9
    Midelt
  10. 10
    Ifrane
  11. 11
    Fes

Day-by-day itinerary

Indicative itinerary: times and stops adapt to your pace. Approximate distances and driving times, not counting stops.

Day 1Marrakech → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Gorge
≈ 359 km · 7 h drivingHotel or kasbah in the Dades GorgeNo meals included

Pick-up around 8:00 am at your hotel or riad in Marrakech (we can also pick you up at the airport). Departure in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

We cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m), with viewpoints over valleys, adobe Berber villages and peaks that are snow-capped in winter.

Walking visit of the ksar of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the setting for films such as Gladiator and series such as Game of Thrones. We climb up to the fortified granary to see the whole Ounila valley.

Ouarzazate, the “gateway to the desert”: view of the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas film studios, where dozens of international productions have been shot.

The Dades Gorge and its famous mountain bends, with reddish rock formations (“the monkey fingers”) and villages perched above the river.

We stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way (lunch not included) and for photos at the viewpoints you like best.

Arrival at the Dades Gorge in the afternoon and overnight at the accommodation.

Visits and stops
  • Ait Benhaddou
  • Ouarzazate
  • Dades Gorge
Day 2Dades Gorge → Todra Gorge → Erfoud → Merzouga
≈ 283 km · 4 h 30 min drivingCamp in the Erg Chebbi dunes (standard, superior or luxury tent)Breakfast and dinner

Breakfast and departure from the Dades Gorge towards the Todra Gorge.

Walk through the Todra Gorge, a canyon with walls up to 300 metres high and a crystal-clear river, a paradise for climbers.

Erfoud, the capital of dates and fossils: visit to a workshop where they work fossilised marble that is millions of years old.

We stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way (lunch not included) and for photos at the viewpoints you like best.

In the late afternoon we arrive in Merzouga, where the camel caravan is waiting. We leave the big luggage at the guesthouse and, with a small backpack, cross the Erg Chebbi dunes by camel (approx. 1 h 30 min) as the sun sets over the Sahara. Arrival at the camp, welcome tea, Berber dinner and music around the fire under a sky full of stars.

Visits and stops
  • Todra Gorge
  • Erfoud
  • Camel ride and night in the desert
Day 3Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Midelt → Ifrane → Fes
≈ 491 km · 7 h 45 min drivingEnd of tourBreakfast

We get up early to watch the sunrise from the top of the dunes. Breakfast at the camp and return by camel (or 4x4) to the guesthouse, where there are showers and we pick up the luggage. Departure towards the Ziz Valley.

The Ziz Gorges and Valley, a canyon with a vast palm grove considered one of the most beautiful in Morocco.

Midelt, between the Middle and High Atlas, famous for its apples and minerals.

Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco”: an alpine town with red roofs, gardens and lakes in the heart of the Middle Atlas.

Fes, the oldest imperial city and the spiritual capital of Morocco.

We stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the way (lunch not included) and for photos at the viewpoints you like best.

Arrival in Fes in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel, riad or the airport. End of our services. See you soon!

Visits and stops
  • Ziz Valley
  • Midelt
  • Ifrane
  • Fes

Route description

Private 3-day route from Marrakech to Fes via Ait Benhaddou, Dades, Todra, Merzouga, the Ziz Valley and Ifrane. A private, flexible route organised by our local Berber team so you can enjoy Morocco in comfort and authenticity.

Easy booking

How to book this tour

No middlemen: you talk directly to our local team in Merzouga.

  1. 1

    Write to us

    Send us your dates, the number of people and the type of accommodation (standard, superior or luxury) by WhatsApp or email.

  2. 2

    Get your proposal

    We send you the adapted itinerary and the final price per person, with no obligation. We can change stops, nights or the final city.

  3. 3

    Confirm the booking

    When you're happy, we confirm the booking and explain how to pay and the conditions.

  4. 4

    Have a great trip!

    We pick you up on the first day at your hotel, riad or the airport. During the trip you have 24/7 assistance on WhatsApp.

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From €170per person

Frequently asked questions

Questions and answers

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Is this tour from Marrakech private?

Yes. All our routes from Marrakech are private tours, with a vehicle exclusively for your group, a professional driver/guide and flexible schedules.

Can the itinerary be adapted?

Yes. We can adapt the route, accommodation, stops, pace and camp category to your dates, budget and preferences.

What is included in the price?

Usually private air-conditioned transport, driver/guide, fuel, accommodation along the route and WhatsApp assistance are included. We confirm all details before you book.

Can the accommodation be standard or luxury?

Yes. We offer standard, superior and luxury accommodation. We can also book luxury desert camps with a private bathroom if you wish.

When is the best time for desert routes?

The best time is usually from September to May, when temperatures are more pleasant. We also organise routes in summer, adapting times and stops for greater comfort.

What time does the tour start and where do you pick us up?

We usually leave around 8:00 am. We pick you up at your hotel or riad in Marrakech; if you arrive by plane the same day, we can pick you up at the airport and adjust the departure time.

How many hours of driving are there each day?

Approximate driving times, not counting stops: day 1: 7 h; day 2: 4 h 30 min; day 3: 7 h 45 min. We stop whenever you need for photos, a rest or a meal.

Where do we sleep each night?

night 1: Hotel or kasbah in the Dades Gorge; night 2: Camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes (standard, superior or luxury tent). You can choose standard, superior or luxury category.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends in Fes, at your hotel, riad or the airport. If you'd rather finish in another city, we adapt the route.

How do I book?

Write to us on WhatsApp (+212 673 85 10 91) or by email (nomad.berber@gmail.com) with your dates, the number of people and the type of accommodation. We'll send you the proposal with the final price and, when you confirm, explain how to pay.

Does the price depend on the number of people?

Yes. The “from” price is per person and varies with group size, season and accommodation category. The larger the group, the cheaper it is per person.

What should I bring for the night in the desert?

A small backpack with what you need for one night: warm clothes (it gets cool at night, especially from November to March), a torch or charged phone, a power bank, sunglasses, sunscreen, a scarf for the sand and comfortable shoes. Your big luggage stays at the guesthouse or in the vehicle.

Does the camp have a bathroom?

The superior and luxury camps have tents with a private bathroom and shower. At the standard camp the bathrooms are shared. Tell us which you prefer when booking.

Is this tour suitable for children and older people?

Yes. As it's a private tour, we adapt the pace, the stops and the length of the camel ride. We can also replace the camel with a 4x4 if you prefer.

Travellers' comments

Reviews of our routes

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María Rodríguez🇪🇸 Valencia, Spain · 21 contributions
★★★★★

“Perfect organisation from Marrakech”

The trip was very well organised, the driver was punctual and friendly, and the stops were beautiful. They helped us adapt the route to our pace. Highly recommended.

April 2025✔ Verified review
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Andrea López🇲🇽 Mexico City · 14 contributions
★★★★★

“An authentic experience in Morocco”

We loved the mix of landscapes, kasbahs, Berber villages and desert. Communication on WhatsApp was fast and everything went as they had explained.

March 2025✔ Verified review
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Daniel Keller🇩🇪 Berlín, Germany · 32 contributions
★★★★★

“Excellent guide and a very complete route”

The guide knew the route very well and showed us places we would never have found on our own. The vehicle was comfortable and the accommodation exceeded our expectations.

February 2025✔ Verified review

Would you like to adapt this route?

We can change hotels, the pace of the trip, stops and the accommodation category to suit your budget.