2 day Marrakech to
Fes desert tour
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- 2 days
- Marrakech
Travel from Marrakech to Fes on a 2-day desert tour. Camel trekking, Erg Chebbi dunes, luxury desert camp, and the Middle Atlas Mountains. Private tour, fully customizable.
↝ Overview Of The Marrakech-to-Fes desert tour
2 Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour — Erg Chebbi, Camel Trek and Middle Atlas Mountains
Do you want to travel from Marrakech to Fes while experiencing the real Sahara along the way? Our 2-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is the smartest way to do exactly that. In just two days, you cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, ride camels through the towering Erg Chebbi dunes, and sleep under a stunning starlit sky at a luxury desert camp. Moreover, on Day 2 you travel through the scenic Ziz Valley and the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas before arriving in Fes.
This tour involves a significant amount of driving. However, every kilometer is filled with extraordinary scenery—from snow-capped mountain passes to golden desert dunes to green Atlantic forests. Furthermore, your private English-speaking driver-guide brings each landscape to life with stories of Berber culture and Moroccan history. As a result, this is not simply a transfer from one city to another — it is a complete two-day Moroccan adventure.
↪ Duration: 2 days / 1 night Start: Marrakech End: Fes Tour Type: 100% Private Desert: Erg Chebbi, Merzouga Included Meals: 1 dinner and 1 breakfast Difficulty: Easy — suitable for all ages
↝ Why Choose a 2-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
Traveling from Marrakech to Fes is one of Morocco’s most popular routes. Instead of taking a bus or train, our 2-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour transforms the journey into an unforgettable Sahara experience.
This tour combines travel and adventure in one seamless trip, saving you time while allowing you to discover the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, Erg Chebbi Desert, Ziz Valley, and the Middle Atlas along the way.
Unlike shared group tours, this is a fully private experience. You’ll travel in a private vehicle with a dedicated local driver-guide, giving you the freedom to stop for photos, take breaks, and enjoy the journey at your own pace.
Perfect for travelers with limited time, this tour offers the highlights of southern Morocco in just two days. If you prefer a slower itinerary, our 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour provides more time to explore the Sahara.
When you book with Morocco Unscripted, you deal directly with a local Marrakech-based team. No hidden fees, no intermediaries—just a smooth, authentic, and well-organized desert journey from Marrakech to Fes.
↝ Tour Highlights
- Crossing the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Stopping at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah viewpoint
- Riding camels through Erg Chebbi’s towering golden Sahara dunes
- Watching a breathtaking orange sunset from the top of a dune
- Sleeping in a private tent at a luxury Merzouga camp
- Enjoying traditional Berber music and drumming around a desert campfire
- Travelling through the scenic Ziz Valley and its stunning palm oasis
- Spotting wild Barbary macaques in the cedar forest near Ifrane
↝ Inclusions & Exclusions
- Included :
- Hotel/riad pickup in Marrakech & drop-off in Fes
- Private air-conditioned 4×4, van, or minibus
- English-speaking driver (other languages on request)
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private ensuite tent
- Moroccan dinner & breakfast
- Sunset camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Sandboarding equipment included
- Bottled water throughout the tour
- All road tolls & parking fees included
- Excluded :
- Lunches
- Beverages
- Tips (optional)
↝ Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Marrakech ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou ⇢ Erg Chebbi
Your 2-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour begins with an early morning pickup from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. Departing early is essential — it ensures you reach Merzouga in time for the camel trek and sunset over Erg Chebbi. As you leave the city, the road climbs steadily into the High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, your guide shares stories of Berber villages and ancient mountain trade routes. Eventually, you reach the Tizi n’Tichka pass at 2,260 meters—the highest paved road in North Africa—where the views are genuinely breathtaking.
After descending through the mountains, you stop at the panoramic viewpoint above Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has been inhabited for over a thousand years and served as a filming location for Gladiator, Babel, and Game of Thrones. From there, the route continues south through pre-Saharan valleys and date palm oases until the golden wall of Erg Chebbi dunes appears on the horizon. Upon arriving in Merzouga, your cameleer leads you into the desert at sunset. Afterwards, the trek continues to your luxury desert camp, where dinner, Berber music, and an extraordinary starlit sky await you.
Day 2 — Merzouga ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Middle Atlas to Fes
Wake up before sunrise on day 2—the dawn light over Erg Chebbi is one of the most beautiful moments of the entire tour. After breakfast at the camp, your 4×4 departs north towards Fes. The route takes you through the spectacular Ziz Valley, where a vast oasis of palm trees stretches along the river below a panoramic viewpoint. Your guide stops here so you can take in the view before continuing north into the Middle Atlas Mountains.
As you climb into the Middle Atlas, the landscape shifts completely—from desert sand to cedar forests filled with cool mountain air. Near Ifrane, you stop roadside where wild Barbary macaques often appear among the cedar trees. It is a surprising and memorable contrast to the golden dunes you left behind that morning. Then, the road descends towards the ancient imperial city of Fes. In the afternoon, your driver drops you at your riad or hotel in the Fes medina. Your 2-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour is complete
↝ Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the Sahara desert from Marrakech?
The Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga are approximately 560 kilometers from Marrakech. The drive takes around 9 hours, including stops along the way. Although the distance is significant, the journey itself is one of the most scenic drives in Morocco — crossing the High Atlas Mountains and passing through ancient kasbah villages and pre-Saharan valleys.
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