Best 4-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech

Driving Time & Distance: 7–8 hours / 550 km

Your 4-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech begins with a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing the charming town of Ifrane, known for its alpine architecture and clean mountain air. We continue to the Cedar Forest of Azrou, where you will have the chance to see the famous Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.

After lunch in Midelt, we cross the impressive Tizi N’Talghomt Pass before descending toward the desert. Along the way, we pass through Errachidia and follow the palm-filled Ziz Valley, stopping at a panoramic viewpoint for beautiful photos.

We reach Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, where you will check in at your hotel.
Dinner and breakfast included.

Driving Time & Distance: 1 hour / 55 km

After breakfast, your day begins with a cultural visit to Khamlia Village, home to the Gnawa people, where you’ll enjoy their traditional spiritual music and learn about their origins from sub-Saharan Africa.

We then go off-road to explore M’Fis, an abandoned mining village known for its old kohl and borax mines. Next, you will visit a local nomadic family living near the dunes. Enjoy Berber tea in their traditional tent while learning about their simple desert lifestyle.

In the afternoon, your camel guide will lead you across the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy the sunset from a high dune, try sandboarding, and take unforgettable photos.

In the evening, enjoy dinner at the desert camp followed by traditional music around the campfire.
Spend the night under the star-filled Sahara sky.

Driving Time & Distance: 5–6 hours / 380 km

Wake up early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, return to Merzouga and continue your journey toward Rissani, known for its authentic traditional market where locals and nomads trade goods.

We then head to the magnificent Todra Gorges, famous for its dramatic cliffs and lush valley. Enjoy free time to walk, take photos, and explore the area at your own pace.

After lunch, we drive through the scenic Dades Valley, Rose Valley, and the palm groves of Skoura, home to several historic kasbahs.

Arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Driving Time & Distance: 4 hours / 215 km

After breakfast, visit the famous Atlas Film Studios, where many international movies and series have been filmed. We then continue to the legendary Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for productions such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, Babel, and more.

Our journey continues across the High Atlas Mountains, passing through traditional Berber villages and scenic viewpoints, including the winding Tizi N’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters.

We arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon or early evening. Your driver will drop you off at your accommodation, marking the end of your unforgettable 4 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech.