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Traditional tanning vats and surrounding buildings in Fes

Fes

3-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga

Cross Morocco from Fes to Marrakech in three days, combining the Middle Atlas, Merzouga dunes, Todra Gorge, Skoura and Ait Ben Haddou.

Duration
3 days
Departure
Fes
Finish
Marrakech

Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga / Erg Chebbi → Todra Gorge → Skoura → Ait Ben Haddou → Telouet → Marrakech

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Overview

Places along the way

  1. Fes
  2. Ifrane
  3. Midelt
  4. Ziz Valley
  5. Merzouga / Erg Chebbi
  6. Todra Gorge
  7. Skoura
  8. Ait Ben Haddou
  9. Telouet
  10. Marrakech

This 3-day Fes to Marrakech desert tour connects the mountain landscapes of the Middle Atlas with the dunes of Erg Chebbi and the earthen architecture of southern Morocco. The route includes Ifrane, the cedar forest area, the Ziz Valley and Merzouga before continuing west through Todra Gorge and Skoura.

Spend the first night in a luxury desert camp and the second in a Skoura hotel. The final day follows Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou and the Ounila Valley towards Telouet and the High Atlas crossing into Marrakech. With long travel days, this itinerary suits visitors who want a one-way Sahara journey within a short stay.

Your route, day by day

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Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga

Meet your driver in Fes and travel south through Ifrane, the Azrou cedar forest area and Midelt. Continue through the Ziz Valley, Erfoud and Rissani towards Merzouga. An optional camel ride can take you towards the Erg Chebbi camp around sunset, depending on your agreed arrangements. Overnight in a luxury desert camp.

Proposed overnight: Luxury desert camp, Erg Chebbi

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Day 2: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Skoura

Rise early for the chance to see sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, travel via Rissani and Erfoud to Tinghir and Todra Gorge. Continue through the Rose Valley and Kelaat M'Gouna to Skoura. Overnight in a hotel with a pool; facilities and seasonal use should be confirmed when booking.

Proposed overnight: Hotel in Skoura

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Day 3: Skoura – Ait Ben Haddou – Telouet – Marrakech

After breakfast, pass through Ouarzazate and visit the ksar of Ait Ben Haddou. Follow the Ounila Valley towards Telouet, with any kasbah access subject to current conditions. Cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka road and finish in Marrakech.

This itinerary includes long road journeys and early starts. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and layers for mountain and desert temperatures. Exact pickup times, accommodation names, meal arrangements, local guides and entry fees are confirmed in your written quote. Sunrise, sunset and wildlife sightings depend on conditions.

Included / what to confirm

  • Transport along the described route
  • One night in a luxury desert camp
  • One hotel night in Skoura
  • Breakfasts described in the itinerary

Your questions, answered

Where does this tour start and finish?

It starts in Fes and finishes in Marrakech after three days and two nights.

Is the camel ride compulsory?

No. The itinerary describes the camel ride as optional. Ask us to confirm the alternative transfer and any cost before booking.

Where are the overnight stops?

The itinerary includes a luxury desert camp near Erg Chebbi and a hotel in Skoura. Confirm the named properties and facilities in your quote.

How much driving is involved?

This is a compact cross-country itinerary with long driving days. Tell us about your comfort needs before choosing the three-day route.

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