Close view of colourful dye pits and hides at the Chouara tannery in Fes
Shared tour · small group

Shared 3-Day Agadir to Fes Desert Tour

From Agadir to Fes by way of the Sahara, in a small group.

3 days · 2 nightsDaily 07:00 from AgadirAgadir → Fes
From €170 per person· pay 30 % now, free cancellation 24 h
Departs every day at 07:00
Overview

Three days, two nights

Three days from Agadir to Fes by way of the Sahara, in a small group with a driver-guide.

Visit the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, walk in the Todra Gorge, ride a camel into Erg Chebbi and sleep in the dunes, then cross the Ziz Valley and the cedar forest of the Middle Atlas to Fes.

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

What you will remember

  • Aït Ben HaddouThe UNESCO kasbah and film location, with a lunch stop.
  • The Road of a Thousand KasbahsThe Valley of the Roses and the Dades Valley.
  • A night in Erg ChebbiCamel ride to the camp at sunset, Berber music by the fire, a sky full of stars.
  • The Ziz Valley and the cedar forestDate palms, then the Middle Atlas and its wild macaques.
Your days

The road, day by day

Fixed programme. Times are approximate and depend on the road.

High AtlasMiddle AtlasSaharaAtlanticNDay 1Day 2Day 3AgadirDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2FesAït Ben HaddouKelaat M'GounaTinjdadErfoudZiz ValleyAzrouHigh AtlasSaharaAtlanticNDay 1Day 3AgadirDadesNIGHT 1Erg ChebbiNIGHT 2FesAït Ben HaddouAzrou
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Day 1 of 3 · Pick-up 07:00

Agadir to Dades Valley

About 550 km · 9 h on the road

  1. 07:00Pick-up in AgadirAt your hotel or riad. The road leaves the Souss valley for the Anti-Atlas.
  2. 09:30Taroudant and TaliouineOver the Anti-Atlas, through saffron and carpet country.
  3. 13:30Aït Ben HaddouLunch (not included) and a visit of the UNESCO kasbah. Entrance and local guide paid on site, if you want them.
  4. 15:30OuarzazateThe film-studio town, where the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs begins.
  5. 17:00Kelaat M'GounaThe Valley of the Roses, between kasbahs and palm groves.
  6. EveningDades ValleyDinner and the night at Hôtel Rose Mgouna or similar.

Hotels used: Hôtel Rose Mgouna, Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer, Kasbah Oued Dades or Hotel Restaurant Bio Palace

A 4x4 on a winding road through the Anti-Atlas mountains
The Anti-Atlas road
Tonight · Night 1 · HotelHôtel Rose Mgouna or similarDades Valley
  • Hotel
  • Dinner and breakfast
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Day 2 of 3

Todra Valley to Erg Chebbi

About 280 km · 5 h on the road

  1. 08:00Breakfast and departureBreakfast at the hotel.
  2. 09:30The Todra ValleyPalm groves and Berber villages on the way up to the gorge.
  3. 10:00Todra GorgeTime beneath its high cliffs.
  4. 12:30Tinjdad and MelaabOasis villages on the road east, and a lunch stop (not included).
  5. 14:30ErfoudThe last town before the dunes.
  6. 16:30MerzougaBy camel to the camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, as the sun sets.
  7. EveningAt the campBerber music around the fire, a sky full of stars. Dinner and the night in the dunes at Merzouga Standard Tents, or the luxury camp if you chose it.
The hairpin road climbing out of the Dades Gorge
The Dades hairpins
Two walkers between the towering red cliffs of the Todra Gorge at sunset
The Todra Gorge
Berber guides lighting a fire on the dunes at dusk, Erg Chebbi
The camp at dusk
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Tonight · Night 2 · Desert campMerzouga Standard TentsErg Chebbi
  • Dinner and breakfast
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Day 3 of 3

Sunrise to Fes

About 500 km · 8 h on the road

  1. DawnCamel ride back to the villageTowards the sunrise (quad on request, extra).
  2. 07:30BreakfastThen the road north.
  3. 09:30Ziz ValleyDate palms along the river, and a viewpoint over the oasis.
  4. 12:30MideltLunch stop (not included), at the foot of the high Atlas.
  5. 15:30The cedar forest near AzrouThe Middle Atlas, with a chance to see wild Barbary macaques.
  6. 19:00Drop-off in FesAt your hotel or riad (medina riads: the nearest gate cars can reach). 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 3 days as one story

Day one: Agadir to Ouarzazate by the southern road. Day two: Skoura, the gorges, Merzouga and the camels. Day three: the Ziz Valley, Midelt, the cedars, Ifrane and Fes around 19:00, at your accommodation (medina riads at the nearest gate).

It is the most driving of any shared tour — 6, 7 and 8 hours — and the most to show for it.

Book your Fes riad for night three only.

Where you sleep

Two nights, one of them in the dunes

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

Night 1 · Hotel in Dades ValleyDinner and breakfast.
The pool and earthen-red buildings of Hôtel Rose Mgouna
Hôtel Rose Mgouna
Aerial view of Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer and its pool among the palms
Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer
The pool of Kasbah Oued Dades above the Dades Valley
Kasbah Oued Dades
Hôtel Rose Mgouna above the green valley of Kelaat M'Gouna
Hôtel Rose Mgouna · The valley
The pool and garden of Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer
Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer · The pool
The facade of Kasbah Oued Dades
Kasbah Oued Dades · The kasbah
A double bedroom with balcony at Hôtel Rose Mgouna
Hôtel Rose Mgouna · Double room
The entrance and fountain of Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer
Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer · Entrance
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Night 1

Hôtel Rose Mgouna

Night 1 · Dades Valley

Depending on the date, the night is at Hôtel Rose Mgouna, Hôtel Restaurant Bougafer, Kasbah Oued Dades or Hotel Restaurant Bio Palace: the same standard, the same area.

Hotel
Dinner and breakfast
Dades Valley

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

Night 2 · Standard or luxury camp?Same route and camel ride. Only your tent in the dunes changes. You choose when you book.
Inclusions

What's covered

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

Included in the €170

  • Pick-up in Agadir at 07:00 and drop-off at your hotel or riad in Fes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide, fuel and tolls
  • A night in a hotel in the Dades Valley and a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes, breakfast and dinner both nights
  • Berber music by the fire at the camp
  • The camel ride to the camp and back to the village

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks, about €8 to €12 per meal
  • The entrance fee and a local guide at Aït Ben Haddou
  • The luxury camp, if you choose it
  • A quad instead of the camel in the morning, and buggy rides
  • Tips and travel insurance
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Good to know

Before you pack your bag

Add to your trip

  • 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

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.

Same trip, other ways

  • Shared 3-Day Fes to Agadir (the opposite direction)
FAQ

Questions travellers ask

Answered by our team in Marrakech · updated November 2026.

Yes. The night in Merzouga Standard Tents is included. The luxury camp, Merzouga Dunes Luxury Camps, is an option you can choose when you book.

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Reviews

What travellers say

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

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Google5.0 ★ · 48 reviews
★★★★★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
Tripadvisor
★★★★★

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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