Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour: 2 Days

Your driver-guide collects you early from your accommodation in Marrakech, or an agreed nearby meeting point. The road climbs through the High Atlas Mountains to Tizi n’Tichka, with short stops where the day’s schedule allows. Confirm the departure time with our team before booking: reaching Merzouga requires a full day on the road.

At Ait Ben Haddou, pause for a panoramic view of the earthen ksar across the valley. This is a viewpoint stop, without a walking tour through the village. Continue through Ouarzazate toward the Sahara, with a lunch break along the route. The express itinerary does not include an Atlas Film Studios visit or a Todra Gorge detour.

Arrive near Merzouga for your camel trek into Erg Chebbi, planned around sunset subject to arrival and conditions. A 4x4 transfer can replace the camel trek, and your luggage travels separately to the desert camp. Settle into your private tent, with an en-suite bathroom, hot shower, AC and heating, before dinner. In winter, arrival may be around or after sunset; our team will agree the camp transfer and any alternative camel-trek timing with you before booking.

Watch the sunrise over Erg Chebbi before breakfast at camp if you wish. Return to the vehicle by camel or 4x4 as arranged, with luggage transfer included. The journey north passes through the Tafilalet region toward the Ziz Valley, where a viewpoint gives you a look over date palms and villages beneath the road.

Continue toward Midelt for a lunch break, then cross the Middle Atlas Mountains. Near Azrou, a short cedar-forest stop breaks up the drive. Barbary macaques may be seen; sightings are not guaranteed, and wildlife should not be fed. Ifrane provides another change of scenery before the descent toward Fes.

Reach Fes in the evening, subject to traffic, weather and stops. Your private tour ends at your hotel or riad, or the nearest vehicle-accessible point to your accommodation. Keep this evening free of a tightly timed flight or train connection. An overnight stay in Fes gives you time to settle in after the drive; Fes accommodation is not included in this two-day package.

This is a private tour: your vehicle and driver-guide are reserved for your booking. You choose your travel dates and accommodation category, and the price depends on the travelers in your own party. Your desert tent is private; the camp may host other guests.

The indicative rate is €452 per person for two travelers, or €904 for your party. Solo travel costs €823. The lowest published rate is €199 per person for private groups of 10–17, not for couples. Your dates, camp category and availability affect the final quote.

The package includes private transport and an English-speaking driver-guide for both days, Marrakech pickup, Fes drop-off, one en-suite camp night, dinner, breakfast, a planned camel trek or alternative 4x4 camp transfer, luggage transfer to and from camp and sandboards. Lunches, additional drinks, entrance fees, local monument guides, optional activities, tips and travel insurance are excluded.

Choose two days if you have a fixed short travel window and accept driving directly to Merzouga on Day 1. The three-day tour adds a Dades Valley night, a walking visit at Ait Ben Haddou and Todra Gorge. It divides the journey south over two days; the Merzouga-to-Fes leg remains around 470 km and 7–8 hours of driving.

The route totals approximately 1,030 km: 560 km and 9–10 hours of driving on Day 1, then 470 km and 7–8 hours on Day 2. Stops and camp transfers are additional. Subject to availability, 2–3 travelers generally use a 4x4 such as a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado TX; 4–8 use a Mercedes Vito or Ford Tourneo minivan; larger groups use a minibus. We confirm the vehicle arrangement for your party.

Pickup is from your Marrakech hotel or riad early on Day 1; our team confirms the meeting point and departure time before the tour. Drop-off is at your Fes accommodation on the second evening. For pedestrian-only streets, we agree the nearest vehicle-accessible point to your accommodation. Share both addresses and any onward travel plans when requesting a quote.

The trek is planned around sunset, subject to arrival and conditions. Day 1 is a long drive, so sunset arrival is not guaranteed. In winter, you may reach Merzouga around or after sunset. Our team will agree the camp-transfer arrangements and any alternative camel-trek timing before booking; the next morning may be an option if the onward schedule allows.

The camel ride takes approximately one hour each way, depending on camp location and dune conditions. The exact timing also depends on your arrival and the agreed return plan. If you prefer not to ride, an included 4x4 transfer can take you to and from camp instead. Tell us in advance; your luggage is transferred separately in either case.

Yes. All accommodation we arrange for this tour, including the desert camp, has a private en-suite bathroom, a hot shower, air conditioning and heating. Your one included night is in a private tent. Choose Standard Comfort, Mid-Range or Premium, and we confirm the camp and tent arrangement in your quote.

Yes. The indicative solo rate is €823 for the complete two-day private tour. Your vehicle and driver-guide are reserved for your booking, and you have a private camp tent. Travel dates and accommodation category can affect the final quote.

Both days involve long periods in a vehicle, so the express route can be demanding for younger children or anyone who needs frequent breaks. Send children’s ages, seating needs and any mobility requirements before booking. A 4x4 can replace camel riding, but sand, tent access and uneven surfaces still need to be considered. A three-day or longer route gives more time for stops.

We recommend staying in Fes that night. Arrival is normally in the evening, and traffic, mountain weather and stops can change the timing. A fixed flight or train connection on the same evening leaves little margin. Share any existing booking before confirming the tour.

Spring and autumn generally offer more comfortable temperatures for the Sahara and mountain sections. Summer can be very hot in Merzouga. Winter brings cold nights, shorter daylight and possible disruption on mountain roads, which makes camp-arrival planning especially important. We review the schedule for your dates when preparing your quote.

Wear comfortable trousers for camel riding, a breathable top and closed shoes with a secure grip. Bring a hat, sunglasses and a scarf for sun or wind, plus warmer layers for the mountains and evening. In winter, pack a warm jacket. Loose clothing that covers shoulders and knees is a practical choice for village and town stops.

Bring sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, personal essentials, a phone charger or power bank and a small overnight bag. Keep valuables and items you need during the day with you. Your main luggage is transferred to and from the desert camp, so you do not need to carry it on the camel. Tell us about oversized luggage before departure.

No. Ait Ben Haddou is a brief panoramic stop, and this itinerary has no Todra Gorge visit, Dades overnight or dedicated Merzouga exploration day. For Khamlia, Mifis, a nomad-family visit and Dayet Srji when conditions allow, compare the four-day Marrakech to Fes tour and confirm the planned desert stops with our team.

Send your dates, group size, pickup and drop-off details, and preferred camp category through the enquiry form. Our team checks availability and sends a written quote with the camp, itinerary, total and payment arrangements. Review those details and review our cancellation policy before paying the agreed deposit. Last-minute requests depend on vehicle and camp availability.

Neither. This is a two-day, one-night private tour ending in Fes, with approximately 1,030 km of road travel via Merzouga. There is no return to Marrakech in this package. If you need a round trip, compare our two-day Marrakech desert tour and its driving commitments before booking.