Are you looking for the most seamless way to travel from the “Hollywood of Africa” to the spiritual heart of Morocco? Our 3 days desert tour from Ouarzazate to Fes is an expertly designed journey that connects the cinematic landscapes of the south with the golden dunes of the Sahara and the medieval charm of the north. This high-impact Ouarzazate to Fes desert tour is the perfect 3 day Ouarzazate to Fes itinerary for travelers who want to skip the long drive back to Marrakech and end their journey in the world’s oldest medina.
Explore the world-famous “Hollywood of Africa” in Ouarzazate.
Visit the 17th-century Kasbah Amridil in the lush Skoura Oasis.
Drive through the fragrant Valley of Roses and the “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs.”
Hike beneath the towering 300-meter cliffs of the spectacular Todra Gorge.
Ride a camel into the sunset and sleep in a luxury desert camp in the Merzouga Sahara.
Spot wild Barbary macaques in the ancient Cedar Forest of the Middle Atlas.
Visit Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco,” on your way to the imperial city of Fes.
We expertly craft our Morocco tours to deliver a truly authentic and unforgettable vacation. Each travel package is completely flexible and can be personalized to fit your exact interests, dates, and travel style. Whether you want to include extra cities, change the daily pace, or focus on specific local activities, our team will adapt the route to match your exact wishes. Enjoy a one of a kind, tailor made trip to Morocco created exclusively for you.
Pick-up from your accommodation or the airport in Ouarzazate early in the morning. Drive through the Todra Valley, where the Todra River has carved a spectacular canyon with towering red cliffs. Take time to explore the gorges and enjoy the scenery. Continue through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, with a stop for lunch along the way.
In the afternoon, arrive at the Merzouga Sahara Desert. Switch to camels for a ride across the dunes, stopping on a high dune to enjoy a magical sunset. Continue to your luxury desert camp, where you can enjoy Berber drumming and music around the campfire beneath a star-filled sky. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
After breakfast, spend the day exploring the Merzouga Desert and Erg Chebbi dunes. The area features sand dunes, a seasonal wild lake, fossil sites, small mines, and palm groves—perfect for light outdoor activities.
Begin with an off-road drive to visit an ancient kohl (eyeliner) mine, then meet nomads in their woven tents and learn about their traditional way of life over a cup of Berber tea. Continue to Khamlia village to enjoy live Gnaoua music and dance, performed by locals with roots in Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Free time for lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, stroll through a palm grove and visit the wild Merzouga lake, often called the flamingo lake. Later, ride camels again across the dunes to watch the sunset before returning to the luxury camp. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the desert dunes. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting. Depart the desert and visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, with its lively souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Continue to Erfoud to see a workshop producing fossilized marble.
Drive along the Ziz River, stopping for panoramic views of the Ziz Valley. Enjoy free time for lunch in Midelt. Continue to the cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques, and spend time observing or feeding them. Next, visit Ifrane, known for its alpine-style houses, snow, and cool climate, earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco.” Finally, arrive in Fes, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation or the airport. End of the 3-day Ouarzazate to Fes desert tour.
