From Fes to Marrakesh 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour with Camel Trek, Berber Camp, Ait Ben Haddou & Todra Gorge
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Link Morocco's cities on an unhurried journey, as the scenery slowly shifts from valleys to oases to broad desert plains under open skies.
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Begin in Fes and head out toward the desert, leaving busy streets behind as your route climbs into Morocco's high country and quieter small towns.
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Follow an overland route via the Merzouga dunes, Todra Gorge, and Ait Ben Haddou, with time at each stop to walk, explore, and take photos.
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Balance travel and downtime with regular stops, giving you chances to stretch, explore on foot, chat with fellow travelers, or simply switch off.
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Upgrade to a luxury desert camp stay with a shared/private tent and a private bathroom for added convenience during your stay.
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Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
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Camel rides at sunset and sunrise
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Sandboarding
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1 night in a standard or luxury desert camp (as per option selected)
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1 night in a standard hotel
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Breakfast & dinner
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Lunch for 3 days
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Drinks
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Tips
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Personal expenses
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Monument entrance fees
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Jun 20265/5Literally had the time of my life! Booked solo, but felt like a big family by end of day one. The dunes at sunset—honestly, speechless. Our guide, Hamid, kept making us laugh with his stories. Food was delish (tagine for days). I was worried about camel riding but turns out, not THAT scary... just a bit bumpy! Nights in the tents were super cozy. If you can, try the mint tea at every stop. It’s a vibe.Jun 20265/5Just wow. Did not expect to actually sleep so well in a tent but the beds were surprisingly comfy. Food was good, and our guide, Samir, kept us entertained with local stories. My partner and I felt like we really got to see a different side of Morocco. Bring a jacket for the nights!Jun 20265/5Went with my bf and we both LOVED the desert camp. Stars at night = unreal. Only downside was the looong drive from Marrakech, but the frequent stops helped. Guides were friendly, cracked jokes, and even played music at the campfire. Pro tip: bring a scarf for the sand, trust me.Jun 20265/5Family trip with our teens. Was a bit nervous they’d complain but they actually put their phones down for once! The camel ride was a HIT. Food was way better than I’d expected (shoutout to the veggie couscous). Bit crowded at lunch stops but worth it for that desert night sky.Jun 20265/5We did this as a girls’ trip (4 of us) and laughed pretty much the whole way. The desert tents were actually cuter than some hostels I’ve stayed at in Europe. Don’t skip the sunrise ride, even if ur tired. Guides made sure we felt safe the whole time. Would do again.
Travel from Fes to Marrakesh on a multi-day route that links Merzouga desert, Todra Gorge, and Ait Ben Haddou with overnight stays.
Getting started
Your multi-day journey begins with departure from Fes and the drive toward the Merzouga region on the edge of the Sahara. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle as you leave the city behind and head toward the desert landscapes. On arrival in the Merzouga area, you prepare to continue into the dunes for the first part of your desert stay.
Merzouga desert and camel rides
What to expect
This section of the tour brings you into the sand dunes near Merzouga, where you experience the desert environment at different times of day.
Features
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Camel rides at sunset and sunrise are included as per the option you select, giving you time on the camels when the light in the desert changes most clearly between day and night.
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Sandboarding is available according to the option you choose, so you can use a board on suitable dunes during your desert time.
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During this desert segment you stay 1 night in a standard camp as per the option selected, which keeps you overnight within the desert area rather than returning to town.
Todra Gorge and hotel stay
What to expect
After leaving the desert, the route continues toward Todra Gorge, a valley area known for its steep rock walls and riverbed.
Features
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You travel by road between Merzouga and Todra Gorge, so you can observe how the terrain shifts from open desert to rock formations and tighter canyon-style scenery.
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On this part of the tour you spend 1 night in a standard hotel as per the option you select, which provides a base between driving segments.
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Breakfast is provided according to the option you choose, so you start your morning at the hotel before continuing toward Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakesh.
Ait Ben Haddou and road to Marrakesh
What to expect
The final stage of the journey passes Ait Ben Haddou before continuing toward Marrakesh, completing the overland crossing between the two cities.
Features
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As you travel past or through Ait Ben Haddou, you see how this fortified village sits within the surrounding landscape on the route between the desert and Marrakesh.
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Dinner is included as per the option selected, served during the tour so you do not need to arrange this meal separately while on the road.
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The tour concludes with your arrival in Marrakesh after covering the key waypoints of Merzouga desert, Todra Gorge, and Ait Ben Haddou along the route from Fes.
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Additional information
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Meal plan: Breakfast and dinner are included on the tour.
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Overnights: Your tour includes 1 night in a standard or luxury desert camp and 1 night in a standard hotel, as per the option selected.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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