Best Desert Tour Marrakech To Fes 2 Days
The Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour 2 Days is a fast-track yet full-bodied introduction to Morocco’s desert majesty. Perfectly planned by Typical Morocco, this express itinerary connects the imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes via the wild beauty of the High Atlas Mountains, ancient kasbahs like Ait Ben Haddou, and the golden dunes of Merzouga. It’s an ideal choice for travelers short on time but big on discovery.
As one of our most popular Private Morocco Tours, this 2-day route includes a camel trek, a night in a luxury desert tent, and scenic drives through valleys, gorges, and traditional Berber villages. It’s designed to give you a rich taste of the Moroccan Sahara in just two epic, unforgettable days.
Overview
After breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech to begin the scenic journey across the High Atlas Mountains, passing through the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, enjoy stunning panoramic views, traditional Berber villages, and the change in terrain as you descend toward the desert. Your first major stop is the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village renowned for its cinematic legacy and mudbrick architecture.
After time to explore the kasbah and enjoy a local lunch, the drive continues through Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” and then onward past palm groves and desert towns like Skoura, Tinghir, and Erfoud. As the sun begins to set, you’ll arrive in Merzouga, where your camel trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes begins. Ride across golden sands and enjoy a breathtaking sunset before reaching your luxury desert camp, where a traditional dinner, Berber drumming, and a star-filled sky complete your unforgettable day.
Highlights
- In the upper Atlas Mountains, classic Upper Atlas Berber communities may be observed above the mountains.
- Sunrise over the highest dunes from the top of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga is one of the most breathtaking desert landscapes.
- The Saharan oasis of Tafilalet
- Wild monkeys in the cedar forests of Azrou
