Desert expeditions
3 Days Fes to Marrakech Desert Crossing
The ultimate link between Morocco's spiritual and ochre capitals: Traverse the Middle Atlas cedar forests, sleep in Erg Chebbi dunes, and cross the High Atlas to Marrakech
- Duration 3 days · 2 nights
- Starts in Fes
- Destination Merzouga & Marrakech
- Guide languages English, Italian, Spanish, French
Overview
The smartest and most scenic way to connect Morocco's two greatest historical imperial cities. Start from Fes, meet the wild Barbary apes of Azrou cedar forest, cross the Ziz Gorge, spend an unforgettable night in a private luxury desert camp in Erg Chebbi, discover Todra and Dades canyons, explore Ait Benhaddou, and finish in vibrant Marrakech.
Highlights
- Seamless one-way private itinerary connecting Fes directly to Marrakech
- Stop in alpine Ifrane (the "Little Switzerland" of Morocco) and Azrou cedar forest
- Watch wild Barbary macaques in their natural ancient forest habitat
- Private camel caravan across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes
- Five-star luxury desert camp with en-suite shower and king-size beds
- Visit to the majestic UNESCO kasbah of Ait Benhaddou
Day by day
Every day can be adjusted
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Day 1 Fes – Ifrane – Azrou Cedar Forest – Midelt – Merzouga Dunes
Depart Fes, visit Swiss-style Ifrane, see cedar monkeys, cross the Midelt apple plateau and Ziz Gorge, ride camels to Erg Chebbi camp.
- Ifrane alpine town
- Azrou cedar monkeys
- Ziz canyon
- Erg Chebbi luxury camp
- Stay
- Erg Chebbi Luxury Desert Camp
- Meals
- Dinner included
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Day 2 Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Watch the sunrise over the dunes, visit Rissani market, explore the colossal 300m Todra rock canyon, and stay in Dades Valley.
- Sahara sunrise
- Todra limestone canyon
- Dades Kasbah
- Stay
- Boutique Kasbah in Dades
- Meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
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Day 3 Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Travel through the Valley of Roses and Ouarzazate, tour UNESCO Ait Benhaddou, cross Tizi n'Tichka pass to arrive in Marrakech.
- Ait Benhaddou UNESCO
- High Atlas Tizi n'Tichka
- Marrakech riad drop-off
- Stay
- Drop-off at your Marrakech Riad
- Meals
- Breakfast included
What is included
- Private pick-up at your Fes riad and drop-off at your Marrakech riad
- Private luxury 4x4 Land Cruiser with professional driver/guide
- 1 night in Erg Chebbi luxury desert camp (private bathroom)
- 1 night in boutique Kasbah hotel in Dades or Ouarzazate
- Half board dining (2 dinners, 2 breakfasts)
- Camel ride in Erg Chebbi at sunset and sunrise
Not included
- Lunches & drinks
- Tips
Questions about this trip
Is this trip really private?
Yes. Only your group travels in the vehicle with your own driver-guide, so you decide when to leave, where to stop and how long to stay.
Can the route or the dates be changed?
Yes. Itinerary adjustments are free. Tell us about your flights, interests and pace and we will reshape the route around them.
What should I bring?
Comfortable clothes in layers, sun protection and a warm jacket for desert evenings between November and April. Closed shoes help in the medinas.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or through the form. We confirm the itinerary and price in writing, and a small deposit secures the booking.
