Camel Ride Trips4-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
More time in the desert. Cross the Middle Atlas to Merzouga, spend a full day exploring the Erg Chebbi area by 4x4 with nomad families and Gnawa music, ride a camel to a desert camp at sunset, then continue through the Todra Gorge and Dades Valley to Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakech.
What makes the 4-day Fes to Marrakech tour different?
A full day in the desert. You sleep one night in a hotel by the dunes and one in a desert camp, with a 4x4 day in between to meet nomad families, visit the Gnawa village of Khamlia and share lunch with locals. The 3-day tour is faster; the 5-day tour adds even more time.
- 1 night hotel in Merzouga
- 1 night desert camp in Erg Chebbi
- 1 night Dades Valley
How much driving is there on the 4-day Fes to Marrakech via the Kasbahs tour?
The whole route covers about 1,100 km by road. On this 4-day tour, 1 of the 4 days have little or no driving. Times below are approximate and include short stops for photos, lunch and visits.
| Day | Route | Distance | Driving time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → Merzouga | about 470 km | 7–8 hours with stops |
| Day 2 | Exploring the Merzouga desert | about 60 km | Short drives by 4x4 |
| Day 3 | Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley | about 280 km | 4–5 hours with stops |
| Day 4 | Dades Valley → Valley of Roses → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech | about 330 km | 5–6 hours with stops |
Local desert team
We are based in Rissani, next to Merzouga, so the camels and camp are run by our own people.
Private vehicle
Air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan with your own English-speaking driver-guide.
Your pace
Stop for photos, tea and short walks whenever you like.
Three comfort levels
Basic, Mid-Range or Luxury hotels and desert tents.
4-Day Fes to Marrakech Itinerary
- Day 1
Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → Merzouga
Pickup at 8 am in Fes. Cross the Middle Atlas through Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, stop for lunch in Midelt and continue via Erfoud to Merzouga.
Overnight: Hotel in Merzouga, dinner included
- Day 2
Exploring the Merzouga desert
Explore the area around Erg Chebbi by 4x4: meet nomad families, visit the Gnawa village of Khamlia for music and tea, and share lunch with locals.
In the late afternoon, ride a camel into the dunes for sunset and a night in a desert camp.
Overnight: Desert camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, dinner included
- Day 3
Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Ride back at sunrise, have breakfast and drive through Rissani and Erfoud, known for fossils, and the Ziz palm groves to Tinghir and the Todra Gorge. Continue to the Dades Valley.
Overnight: Hotel in the Dades Valley, dinner included
- Day 4
Dades Valley → Valley of Roses → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech
Drive through the Valley of Roses and Skoura to Ouarzazate, with an optional visit to a film studio and the kasbah. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, then cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Marrakech.
Tour ends at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
Choose Your Comfort Level
Choose the level that suits you. The route and guides stay the same; only the hotels, riads and desert camp change.
Basic
- Clean 2–3 star hotels and guesthouses
- Simple traditional riads
- Standard tent in a desert camp
- Private rooms, breakfast included
Mid-Range
- Selected 3–4 star hotels
- Traditional riads with character
- Comfort desert tent with private bathroom
- Private rooms, breakfast included
Luxury
- Premium 4–5 star hotels and boutique riads
- Suites available on request
- Luxury desert tent with en-suite bathroom
- Breakfast included, selected dinners
Included & Not Included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Hotels in Merzouga and the Dades Valley
- Night in a nomad tent in a desert camp
- Camel ride and 4x4 desert tour
- 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners
- Pickup in Fes and drop-off in Marrakech
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Activities not listed in the itinerary
Questions About the 4-Day Fes to Marrakech Tour
How many nights are in the desert?
Two nights in Merzouga: one in a hotel by the dunes and one in a desert camp.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast and dinner every night. Lunches and drinks are not included.
Can I start in Marrakech instead?
Yes. We run the same route in reverse; see our Marrakech to Fes tours.
Can I choose a different hotel level?
Yes. This tour is available in Basic, Mid-Range and Luxury. The route, driver-guide and local guides stay the same; only the hotels, riads and desert camp change, along with the price.
How much driving is there on the 4-day Fes to Marrakech via the Kasbahs tour?
The whole route covers about 1,100 km by road. On this 4-day tour, 1 of the 4 days have little or no driving. The longest day is Day 1, Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → Merzouga: about 470 km, 7–8 hours with stops. All times are approximate and include short stops.
How much does the 4-Day Fes to Marrakech via the Kasbahs tour cost?
The 4-Day Fes to Marrakech via the Kasbahs tour starts from €555 per person at Mid-Range level, based on 2 travelers sharing. The price depends on your group size and comfort level (Basic, Mid-Range or Luxury). Message us on WhatsApp at +212 669 576 091 for an exact quote.
How do I pay for this tour?
Send a 20% deposit by PayPal, Payoneer or international bank transfer (SWIFT) and your tour is confirmed automatically. Pay the remaining 80% on the first day of the tour, in cash (EUR, USD or MAD) or online. Cancel 11 days or more before the tour for a full refund of your deposit. See our booking terms.
Other tours from Fes: 3-day Fes to Marrakech, 5-day Fes to Marrakech and 8-day Fes to Marrakech.
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