Chouara tannery in Fes with dye pits and hides seen from a terrace above the medina
Private tour · your own car

Private 4-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour

Marrakech to Fes with a whole day in the Sahara, in your own car.

4 days · 3 nightsAny dateMarrakech → Fes
From €1,187 per person· pay 30 % now, free cancellation 7 days
Any date · pick-up 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00
Overview

Four days, three nights

Four days from Marrakech to Fes by way of the Sahara, just you and your driver-guide, with a whole day in the desert.

Cross the High Atlas and visit Aït Ben Haddou, walk beneath the Todra Gorge, ride a camel into Erg Chebbi and sleep in a luxury camp, then spend a day among the dunes: a nomad family, Gnawa music in Khamlia, a riad for the night. On the last day, the Ziz Valley and the cedar forest of the Middle Atlas to Fes.

4 days
3 nights on the way, all included.
30 %deposit
The rest on day 1, in cash or by card.
Any day
Pick-up at 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00, at your hotel.
4.9★
From 221 Tripadvisor reviews.
Highlights

What you will remember

  • Aït Ben HaddouThe UNESCO kasbah of Gladiator, Prince of Persia and Game of Thrones.
  • Dades and TodraThe "Monkey Fingers" rocks and a walk beneath the walls of the Todra Gorge.
  • A full day in the desertSunrise, a nomad family behind the dunes, the abandoned village of Mefis and Gnawa music in Khamlia, by 4x4.
  • The Middle AtlasThe Ziz Valley, the cedar forest and its Barbary macaques, a break in Ifrane.
Your days

The road, day by day

Suggested programme: your driver-guide adapts it to you. Times are approximate.

High AtlasMiddle AtlasNDay 1Day 2Day 4MarrakechDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2MerzougaNIGHT 3FesTizi n'TichkaOuarzazateKelaat M'GounaZiz ValleyMideltAzrouIfraneMiddle AtlasNDay 1Day 2Day 4MarrakechDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2MerzougaNIGHT 3FesOuarzazateZiz ValleyMidelt
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Day 1 of 4 · Pick-up at your time

Marrakech to Dades

About 350 km · 6 h 30 on the road

  1. 07:00–09:00Pick-up in MarrakechAt your riad or hotel, at the time you choose. The times below are for 08:00.
  2. 10:15Tizi n'TichkaOver the High Atlas at 2,260 m, with stops in Berber villages.
  3. 11:45Aït Ben HaddouWith a local guide.
  4. 13:00Lunch in the villageNot included.
  5. 14:30OuarzazateOn the road east.
  6. 16:00Valley of the RosesKelaat M'Gouna and its kasbahs.
  7. EveningDades GorgeThe "Monkey Fingers" rocks. Dinner and the night at Dar Blues or similar.

Hotels used: Dar Blues, Chez Ichou, Riad Dades Paradise or La Perle du Dades

Hairpin bends of the Tizi n'Tichka road over the High Atlas
The Tizi n'Tichka pass
Earthen kasbah towers of Ait Ben Haddou beside the Ounila river, with walkers crossing
The ksar of Aït Ben Haddou
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Tonight · Night 1 · HotelDar Blues or similarDades Valley
  • Hotel
  • Dinner and breakfast
Where you sleep →
Day 2 of 4

Todra Gorge to Erg Chebbi

About 310 km · 5 h on the road

  1. 08:30Breakfast and departureBreakfast at the hotel.
  2. 09:00The Todra RiverPalm groves and Berber villages.
  3. 10:00Todra GorgeNear Tinghir, between the cliffs.
  4. 12:30Lunch on the wayNot included.
  5. 16:00MerzougaA camel ride into the dunes at sunset, and sandboarding.
  6. EveningAt the campThe desert night. Dinner and the night at Sahara Majestic Luxury Camp or similar.

Hotels used: Sahara Majestic Luxury Camp, Dihya Desert Luxury Camp or Royal Luxury Camp

Two walkers between the towering red cliffs of the Todra Gorge at sunset
The Todra Gorge
Berber guide leading a camel caravan of travellers along a dune ridge in Erg Chebbi
Camels into the dunes
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Tonight · Night 2 · Desert campSahara Majestic Luxury Camp or similarErg Chebbi
  • Desert camp
  • Dinner and breakfast
Where you sleep →
Day 3 of 4

A full day in the Sahara

About 60 km · 1 h 15 on the road

  1. DawnSunrise over Erg ChebbiFrom the nearest dune, then breakfast at the camp.
  2. 09:00A nomad Berber familyBy 4x4, behind the dunes.
  3. 10:30MefisThe abandoned village.
  4. 11:30KhamliaGnawa music.
  5. 12:30The Lake of BirdsWhen it has water.
  6. 13:30LunchNot included.
  7. 15:00Check in at your riadRest, or walk to the nearby dunes.
  8. EveningMerzougaDinner and the night at Riad Madu or similar.

Hotels used: Riad Madu or Riad Chebbi

Berber guide leading a camel caravan of travellers along a dune ridge in Erg Chebbi
Camels into the dunes
Breakfast for two at a luxury desert camp in the dunes
A luxury tent
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Tonight · Night 3 · RiadRiad Madu or similarMerzouga
  • Riad
  • Dinner and breakfast
Where you sleep →
Day 4 of 4

Merzouga to Fes

About 500 km · 7 h 30 on the road

  1. 08:00Breakfast and departureBreakfast at the riad.
  2. 09:30Ziz ValleyA viewpoint over the palm groves.
  3. 12:30MideltLunch (not included).
  4. 14:30The cedar forest near AzrouWhere you may see Barbary macaques.
  5. 15:30IfraneA break in the Middle Atlas town.
  6. 17:30Drop-off in FesAt your riad or hotel. End of the trip.
Bab Bou Jeloud gate in Fes with green zellige tilework and a minaret through the arch
Bab Boujloud, Fes
The whole journey · Read the 4 days as one story

Day one ends in Skoura. Day two is the gorges and a family riad. Day three the desert road and the luxury camp. Day four the Ziz Valley and the cedars to your Fes riad's gate.

Same driver throughout, same vehicle, the stops you choose.

Fes riad for night four only.

Where you sleep

Three nights, one of them in the dunes

Every place, with real photos. Look before you book.

Night 1

Dar Blues

Night 1 · Dades Valley

Depending on the date, the night is at Dar Blues, Chez Ichou, Riad Dades Paradise or La Perle du Dades: the same standard, the same area.

Hotel
Dinner and breakfast
Dades Valley

Tell us your room needs (single, twin, family) when you book.

Inclusions

What's covered

No hidden extras. What you see here is the full list, for every traveller.

Included in your price

  • Pick-up at your riad or hotel in Marrakech and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Fes
  • Your own air-conditioned vehicle (4x4, van or minibus, depending on your group) with an English or Spanish-speaking driver-guide, fuel and tolls
  • All local guides on the way, including Aït Ben Haddou
  • Three nights in Luxury staysA hotel in the Dades, a luxury camp in Erg Chebbi and a riad in Merzouga
  • Breakfast and dinner every night
  • The camel ride into the dunes, or the 4x4 if you prefer, and sandboarding
  • The 4x4 day around Erg ChebbiNomads, Mefis, Khamlia and the Lake of Birds

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks, about €8 to €12 per meal
  • Entrance fees, such as Aït Ben Haddou
  • Tips and travel insurance
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Good to know

Before you pack your bag

Your stays

  • We confirm your stays within 24 h of booking. If none of the stays listed is free on your dates, we offer one of the same level or better, or a full refund. Prefer Standard (lower price) or Elite stays? Tell us, we send you a quote within 24 h.

Add to your trip

  • Airport transfer · €25 per person one way, €50 both ways
  • Romantic dinner in the desert · €50 per person
  • Desert photographer · €300 per day
  • Proposal setup in the desert · €700 per person
  • Quad or buggy on the dunes
  • Hot air balloon in Marrakech, before the tour · €100 per person

Why Morocco Tiziri

  • Our own fleet of 21 vehicles, driven by our own drivers
  • Licensed tour operator, N° 2458961, since 2020
  • More than 10,000 travellers hosted
  • Book online with a clear price, instant confirmation and your trip in My trips

Good to know

  • Tell us when you book if you are vegetarian, vegan or have an allergy.
  • On the way we stop at a local shop or cooperative (carpets, argan, fossils…). It is a short stop and buying is entirely up to you.
  • Day 4 is the longest drive, about 7 h 30 with stops.

Same trip, other ways

  • Private 3-Day Marrakech to Fes (shorter)
  • Private 4-Day Fes to Marrakech (the opposite direction)
  • Private 4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga (back to Marrakech)
FAQ

Questions travellers ask

Answered by our team in Marrakech · updated November 2026.

Sunrise, then by 4x4: a nomad family behind the dunes, the abandoned village of Mefis, Gnawa music in Khamlia and the Lake of Birds when it has water. The afternoon is free at your riad.

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Reviews

What travellers say

Real words from travellers who took our tours, as they wrote them.

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★★★★★Highlighted

An Incredible Atlas Mountains & Sahara Adventure with a True Berber Guide

Iddir provided an unforgettable three-day journey through the Atlas Mountains, valleys, gorges, and the Sahara Desert. From the moment our trip began, his deep connection to the land, culture, and people was evident. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, from the unique accommodations and delicious local meals to the knowledgeable local guides who enriched our experience with history, traditions, and personal stories. Iddir struck the perfect balance between flexibility and organization—giving our group freedom to enjoy the adventure while always keeping us informed about what to expect, travel times, and rest stops along the way. His hospitality went far beyond simply driving us from place to place. He took excellent care of our group, handled luggage, ensured everyone was comfortable, and made us feel welcomed throughout the journey. The trip was filled with laughter, music, fascinating conversations, and countless opportunities to stop for photos at breathtaking viewpoints. What made this experience truly special was the atmosphere Iddir created. By the end of the tour, it felt less like a group of travelers and more like friends sharing an adventure together. His warmth, authenticity, and pride in his Berber heritage made Morocco come alive in a way that guidebooks never could. I highly recommend Iddir to anyone looking for an exceptional guide with local roots, genuine hospitality, and a passion for sharing the beauty and culture of Morocco.

Coastal793513June 2026
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★★★★★

Very good experience

Rashed best guide , 10/10 its so funny

marc CSeptember 2026
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★★★★★

An unforgettable experience!

Rashid, a top-notch guide! From the beginning he was very approachable with all of us, always attentive to our comfort. He played awesome music during the trip and was always checking to see if we were okay! Honestly, a 10/10 guide, super nice, we would definitely go with him again!

Elna PSpainSeptember 2026
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★★★★★

experience to the desert

Very happy with the experience. Our guide Rachid was super friendly, attentive, and explained everything great. He made us enjoy the trip a lot. We would definitely do it again!

Paula DAugust 2026
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★★★★★

Best

It was nice and we enjoyed especially in Sahara desert quad bike and camel riding.

MARIYA TAugust 2026
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★★★★★

Excellent

It was very wonderful experience throughout the entire journey , especially the guide very friendly

Sandra JAugust 2026
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A camel caravan on the dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunsetReply within 24 h
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