3 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Ouarzazate to Fes
3-Days Morocco Desert Tour From Ouarzazate to Fes
Tour Overview
This immersive 3-day tour offers a captivating glimpse into Morocco's rich tapestry of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Traverse the dramatic Todra Gorges, experience camel trekking in the vast Erg Chebbi dunes, and witness the timeless traditions of Rissani's market. The journey continues through the Middle Atlas Mountains, with stops in Ifrane and the cedar forests, before culminating in the historic city of Fes.
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Start: Ouarzazate • End: Fes
Itinerary
Day 1: Ouarzazate → Todra Gorges → Merzouga
Depart from Ouarzazate in the morning
Visit the impressive Todra Gorges
Continue to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops
Arrive in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert
Camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
Dinner and overnight stay in a luxury desert camp
Day 2: Explore Merzouga
Visit nomads in their woven tents and learn about their way of life
Enjoy Gnaoua music and dance in Khamlia (Gnaoua village)
Visit Merzouga Lake, a seasonal wild lake
Explore Erg Chebbi dunes and a palm grove
Return to Merzouga for overnight stay.
Day 3: Merzouga → Rissani → Ifrane → Fes
Optional sunrise camel trek
Return to Merzouga by camel or 4x4
Visit Rissani, a historic town with a vibrant market
Drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
Stop in Ifrane, known as "Morocco's Switzerland"
Continue to Fes, arriving by evening
Drop-off at your accommodation in Fes.
End of tour.
What’s Included
Private A/C vehicle with driver
Camel trek in Merzouga
1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
1 night in a hotel/riad (Dades Valley)
Daily breakfasts and 2 dinners (desert camp & Dades Valley)
English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel and tolls
Not Included
Lunches and drinks
Entrance fees to attractions
Optional activities (e.g., guided tours in Fes, quad biking in Merzouga)
Tips and personal expenses
Note
This itinerary is a suggestion. We can tailor the trip to your interests, add activities (like ATV, extra stops), or adjust the pace. Just contact us for customization.
Why Travel With Morocco Ino Tours?
Comfort & Authenticity: hand-picked Riads and desert camps
Flexibility: private tours with your own driver and car
Local expertise: discover Morocco through the eyes of locals
Unforgettable experiences: camel rides, desert campfire music, Atlas panoramas