Marrakech to Fes desert tour 2 days is one of the best short desert experiences in Morocco, perfect for travelers with limited time who still want to explore the magic of the Sahara. This desert tour from Marrakech connects two imperial cities while taking you through some of the country’s most breathtaking landscapes, from the High Atlas Mountains to the golden dunes of the desert.

Along the way, you will cross the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, and pass through the cinematic landscapes around Ouarzazate. The journey continues through the dramatic valleys and gorges of southern Morocco before reaching the Sahara in Merzouga, where this Marrakech to Fes desert tour rewards you with a magical camel trek across the famous Erg Chebbi dunes.

This unforgettable Marrakech to Fes desert tour includes a night in a traditional desert camp, where you can admire a breathtaking sunset, sleep under a sky full of stars, and enjoy authentic Moroccan hospitality. The second day of this 2 day desert tour from Marrakech takes you through the lush Ziz Valley, the Middle Atlas Mountains, and the charming town of Ifrane, before arriving in Fes.

Whether you are a couple, a solo traveler, or a small group, this fes to marrakech desert tour offers the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and unforgettable scenery in a short time — one of the most popular desert tours from Marrakech for travelers heading between the two cities.

• Marrakech to Fes desert tour 2 days, perfect for travelers with limited time
• Scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass
• Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
• Discover the stunning landscapes of the Dades Valley
• Optional stop at the dramatic Todra Gorge canyon
• Camel trek across the golden dunes of Merzouga
• Sunset & sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes
• Overnight stay in a traditional Sahara desert camp
• Experience authentic Berber music, food, and hospitality
• Drive through the lush Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains

Day 1: Marrakech – Telouet – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley – Merzouga

We will pick you up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech early in the morning to begin this Marrakech to Fes desert tour. The journey starts by crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest mountain pass in North Africa, offering sweeping panoramic views over the valleys and traditional Berber villages below.

Along the way, we’ll make scenic stops for photos, tea, or coffee, with time to relax and take in the mountain scenery before continuing toward Ouarzazate. We’ll visit Kasbah Taourirt, one of the most impressive fortified kasbahs in southern Morocco, and stop at the famous Atlas Film Studios, where many Hollywood blockbusters and historical epics have been filmed. Lunch will be served in Ouarzazate, often called the “Door of the Desert” and the gateway to this Marrakech to Fes desert tour.

From there, we continue through the Valley of Roses and the Dades Valley, with its dramatic rock formations and lush palm groves. We’ll pass through Tinghir, with the option to visit the breathtaking Todra Gorge if time allows, then continue through Tinjdad and Jorf, where we’ll stop to see the region’s traditional underground irrigation system (khettara) — an ancient engineering feat still used by local farmers today.

Continuing on, we reach Erfoud, where the landscape begins to shift into the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, before arriving at our hotel in Merzouga. After a short break to freshen up, you’ll pack a small overnight bag with the essentials for the desert (leaving the rest of your luggage safely at the hotel), and set off on camelback across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi — one of the most iconic experiences of any Marrakech to Fes desert tour.

The camel trek offers incredible opportunities to photograph the sunset over the dunes. On arrival at the desert camp, you’ll have free time to climb the highest dunes nearby and try sandboarding before dinner. As night falls, you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner served beside your tent, followed by Berber music around the campfire under one of the clearest starry skies in the world. The camp offers comfortable private tents, clean facilities, and warm Berber hospitality, ensuring a memorable and peaceful overnight stay in the Sahara.

Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz Valley – Azrou Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fez

Before sunrise, you’ll be woken to climb the dunes once more for unforgettable views of the sun rising over the Sahara. Afterward, we return to the hotel in Merzouga for a shower and breakfast before setting off on the final leg of this fes to marrakech desert tour, now heading toward Fez.

En route, we pass through Rissani, Erfoud, and Errachidia, then enter the stunning Ziz Valley, known for its vast palm groves and dramatic canyon landscapes carved by the Ziz River. We’ll make several stops along the way to enjoy panoramic viewpoints and stretch our legs.

Continuing through Midelt and into the Middle Atlas Mountains, the scenery shifts dramatically from desert terrain to green forests and crisp mountain air. Near Azrou, we pass through the famous cedar forests, home to Morocco’s wild Barbary macaques — with a good chance to spot them in their natural habitat.

We then continue to Ifrane, often nicknamed the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style architecture, gabled rooftops, and clean, leafy streets — a striking contrast to the Sahara landscapes of the previous day. From Ifrane, the final stretch of the drive takes us through forested hills and small towns before arriving in Fez in the late afternoon or early evening.

On arrival, we’ll drop you off comfortably at your riad or hotel in Fez, marking the end of an unforgettable desert trip from Marrakech to Fes filled with mountain passes, oasis valleys, a night under the Sahara stars, and the diverse landscapes that make this one of Morocco’s most rewarding desert tours from Marrakech.