4-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour with 2 Nights in the Sahara
Our 3-day Fes to Marrakech route gives you one night in the dunes; this private 4-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech gives you two. Cross the Middle Atlas to Merzouga, spend a full day in the Sahara exploring Erg Chebbi by 4×4, then head west through the Todra Gorge, the Dades Valley and Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech.
Highlights
- Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forest
- Two nights in a Sahara desert camp
- 4×4 tour of Erg Chebbi and Khamlia
- Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
- Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou
- Tizi n’Tichka pass
Day by day
Fes – Ifrane – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Your driver meets you at the closest point to your riad in Fes that a car can reach. Through Ifrane, the Azrou cedar forest and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. Sunset camel trek and a night in a desert camp.
A full day in the Sahara
A 4×4 tour around Erg Chebbi: nomad families, the Gnawa village of Khamlia, Rissani market and sunset on the dunes. Second night at the camp.
Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Sunrise over the dunes, a walk in the Todra Gorge and the valley of a thousand kasbahs. Overnight in the Dades Valley.
Dades – Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou – Marrakech
Skoura, Ouarzazate and the kasbah of Aït Benhaddou, then over the High Atlas to Marrakech.
Included
- Pick-up near your riad in Fes
- Private A/C vehicle and English-speaking driver
- 3 nights: hotels, riads and desert camp
- Breakfast and dinner each night
- Camel trek and 4×4 tour of Erg Chebbi
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance tickets and local guides unless listed
- Optional activities (sandboarding, quad)
- Tips
Driving times
Day 2 is a full day in the desert with only short 4×4 trips. Times below are driving only. Stops for photos, visits and meals come on top.
| Day | Route | Distance | Driving time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fes to Merzouga | about 470 km | about 8 hours |
| Day 3 | Merzouga to the Dades Valley, via the Todra Gorge | about 270 km | about 5 hours |
| Day 4 | Dades Valley to Marrakech, via Aït Benhaddou | about 320 km | about 6 hours |
Best time to go
The best months for this desert tour are March to May and September to November, when days are warm and nights at the camp are cool. In summer (June to August) midday in the Sahara is very hot, so camel rides are planned for sunset and sunrise. In winter (December to February) days are sunny and mild, but desert nights are cold, so bring a warm jacket.
Related tours: Arriving in Fes a day early? Spend it on our Chefchaouen day trip from Fes or our Volubilis and Meknes day trip from Fes. Short on time? The 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour crosses the Sahara in three days.
Your Fes to Marrakech route
- Fes
- Ifrane
- Merzouga
- Tinghir
- Boumalne Dades
- Ait Benhaddou
- Marrakech
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4-day Fes to Marrakech tour FAQ
What is the difference with the 3-day Fes to Marrakech tour?
The 4-day tour adds a second night in the desert and a full day exploring Erg Chebbi by 4×4, so you are not rushed in the Sahara.
Can you pick us up inside the Fes medina?
Cars cannot enter the old medina, so your driver meets you at the closest point to your riad that a car can reach, usually one of the medina gates.
How long are the driving days?
The longest days are Fes to Merzouga and Dades to Marrakech, around 7 to 8 hours each with stops. The desert day has very little driving.
How do I pay?
Sending a request is free. We confirm availability and your final price on WhatsApp or by email, then you confirm with a secure PayPal deposit and pay the rest on arrival.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. Because the tour is private, we can adjust the pace and add extra stops for children. Tell us their ages when you book so we can plan the day around your family.
What should I pack for the desert?
Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun cream, a hat or scarf for the sun and wind, a small overnight bag for the camp, and a warm layer for the evening, as desert nights can be cool even after a hot day.
