Your unforgettable 3-day journey from Marrakech to Fes begins with a morning departure from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. As you ascend the Tizi n’Tichka pass, winding through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views and scenic landscapes.

Your first major stop will be the iconic Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987. This ancient fortified village is famous not only for its mud-brick architecture but also as a filming location for epic movies like Gladiator and The Mummy. After exploring the kasbah and visiting the nearby film studios in Ouarzazate, often called the "Hollywood of Africa", you’ll enjoy a local lunch.

In the afternoon, the tour continues toward the lush Oasis of Skoura, a charming palm-filled village. From there, you’ll pass through the Valley of Roses, a region known for its fragrant rosewater and local cooperatives. Finally, you’ll arrive at the striking Dades Gorge, where you’ll spend the night in a traditional hotel or riad. Dinner and breakfast are included.

After breakfast, your desert adventure continues as you leave the Dades Valley and make your way toward Tinghir, a beautiful Berber village whose name comes from the Amazigh word for “shoulder.” Once a military outpost during the French colonial era, Tinghir now serves as the gateway to the awe-inspiring Todra Gorges—one of Morocco’s most dramatic natural sights. The cliffs here tower up to 300 meters and create a narrow canyon that attracts climbers and photographers from around the world.

Following lunch at a local café, the journey proceeds to Erfoud, a town known as the fossil capital of Morocco. You'll have the opportunity to visit a workshop where skilled artisans transform fossil-rich stones into decorative and functional pieces.

From Erfoud, the landscape changes as you head into the vast desert. Arriving in Merzouga, your camels will be waiting to carry you across the mesmerizing dunes of Erg Chebbi. As the sun sets, capture the magic of golden sands and shifting shadows. After this tranquil camel trek, you'll arrive at your desert camp, where a delicious dinner awaits. The evening will be filled with traditional Berber music, drumming around the campfire, and a starlit sky to end your second night on a truly magical note.

Rise early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, ride your camel back to the village, where your driver will be waiting to continue the journey north toward Fes.

The route takes you through the expansive Ziz Valley, one of Morocco's most picturesque oases. You’ll stop at a scenic overlook for panoramic views of the date palm groves and river below, before continuing to Midelt, a town nestled between the High and Middle Atlas Mountains, well-known for its apple orchards and mineral mines. After a relaxing lunch break, the drive continues through cedar forests and Berber towns such as Imouzzar.

In the heart of the Middle Atlas, you'll pause in the cedar woodlands to meet the local Barbary macaques living freely in their natural environment. Then comes a stop in the charming town of Ifrane—nicknamed the “Switzerland of Morocco” thanks to its clean streets, alpine-style architecture, and cool mountain climate. Its name, derived from the Amazigh language, means “caves.” The French founded the modern version of the town in 1929, and today it's celebrated as one of the cleanest cities in the world.

After enjoying Ifrane’s parks, fountains, and the iconic stone lion statue, your journey continues through scenic Berber villages before arriving in the cultural city of Fes. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel or riad, marking the end of this spectacular 3 Days Private Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes.