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2 DAY PRIVATE LUXURY DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO FES

Tour from Marrakech


HIGHLIGHTS

This 2-day desert expedition from Marrakech to Fes is designed specifically for travellers with a tight schedule in Morocco. It offers a fast-paced opportunity to experience a quintessential camel trek, witness a golden sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes, and spend an unforgettable evening with local Berbers under a star-filled Sahara sky.

It is the ultimate express route to travel between Marrakech and Fes while still capturing the magic of the desert in just two days.

Please keep in mind that this specific route requires a substantial amount of driving. If your schedule allows, we highly recommend our 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour for a more relaxed and thoroughly paced adventure.

2 DAY PRIVATE LUXURY DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO FES

  • DURATION: 2 DAYS / 1NIGHTS

  • START: MARRAKECH

  • END: FES

  • TOUR STYLE: PRIVATE

  • ACCOMMODATIONS: VARIOUS OPTIONS

  • TOUR PRICE: Depends on group size

OVERVIEW

  • Navigating the spectacular Tizi-n'Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains

  • Admiring breathtaking, panoramic mountain vistas along the route

  • Viewing the magnificent Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a masterpiece of Moroccan clay architecture

  • Embarking on a camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes

  • Watching a brilliant orange sunset from atop a towering sand dune

  • Enjoying a tranquil overnight stay in a premium luxury desert camp

  • Experiencing a lively evening of traditional Berber drumming and music by the campfire

  • Stargazing into the crystal-clear night skies of the Sahara

  • Traversing the scenic landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains

  • Spotting wild Barbary macaques in the cedar forests near Ifrane

TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1: MARRAKECH → THE HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS → AIT BEN HADDOU → MERZOUGA

Your express desert journey begins with an early morning pick-up from your riad in Marrakech. An early departure is essential to ensure we reach the Sahara in time for your evening camel trek and a spectacular sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Leaving the city, we will head toward Merzouga, ascending into the spectacular High Atlas Mountains. We will pause to take in the breathtaking alpine views before continuing the drive. In Ait Ben Haddou, we will stop at a prime panoramic viewpoint to photograph the ancient kasbah. This remarkable fortified clay village has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and is renowned for its appearances in major films and series like Gladiator, Babel, and Game of Thrones.

From there, the drive presses on toward Merzouga. We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the route, eventually arriving in the desert town by the late afternoon. Your camels will be ready and waiting to carry you deep into the Erg Chebbi dunes. During the trek, you will pause to soak in the peaceful atmosphere as the sun sets over the massive sea of sand.

You will arrive at your luxury desert camp just after dark. The attentive camp staff will guide you to your private luxury tent, where you can freshen up with a shower and relax. Following a mouthwatering dinner, the team will ignite a campfire and entertain you with traditional Berber songs and rhythmic drumming under the stars.

DAY 2: MERZOUGA → ZIZ VALLEY → MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS → IFRANE → FES

Waking up early on your second day rewards you with a truly majestic Sahara sunrise. After a hearty breakfast at the camp, a 4x4 vehicle will transfer you back to the edge of the dunes in Merzouga, where the long journey north to Fes begins.

The route first takes you through the stunning Ziz Valley, where we will pull over at a scenic viewpoint overlooking a massive oasis packed with lush palm trees. Continuing into the Middle Atlas Mountains, we will make a special roadside stop in the dense cedar forests near Ifrane, giving you a chance to spot wild Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.

You will arrive in the imperial city of Fes in the late afternoon. Your express 2-day desert adventure officially concludes with a safe drop-off directly at your riad in the Fes medina.

INCLUDED IN THIS TOUR

NOT INCLUDED

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech

  • Comfortable transportation in a modern, air-conditioned 4x4 SUV, van, or minibus

  • Professional English-speaking driver, or a driver accompanied by an English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)

  • 2 nights of accommodation (first night in a hotel, second night in a luxury desert camp)

  • Meals: 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners

  • Camel trekking experience in Merzouga

  • Sandboarding equipment

  • Midday lunches

  • Drinks and beverages

  • Entrance fees to monuments or attractions (when applicable)

  • Tips and gratuities (optional)

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