Can this 2 days fes to Marrakech desert tour be customized?

Absolutely. Morocco Best Experience can customize your itinerary, upgrade your accommodation, arrange private transportation, or add extra activities such as quad biking, buggy driving, or sandboarding.

How long do we spend driving each day?

The tour involves several hours of driving between destinations, with scenic stops along the way. The journey is broken up with sightseeing, photo stops, lunch, and other breaks.

What happens if we don't want to ride a camel?

The camel ride is optional. You can choose an alternative way to reach the desert camp, depending on the arrangements available that day.

Can children join the desert tour?

Yes, children are welcome on the tour. The private format also makes the experience more comfortable for families.

Is the tour suitable for older travelers?

Yes. Since this is a private tour, the pace can be adapted when possible. Guests who don't want to ride camels can also choose an alternative transfer to the camp.

Best 2 Days Fes To Marrakech Desert Tour

Departure from
Fes
Arrival on
Marrakech
Transportation
Mini Bus, Van or SUV
Accomodation
Luxury Desert Camp

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

The 2 days Desert tour from Fes to Marrakech Overview

2 Days Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour is the perfect choice for travelers who want to experience Morocco’s Sahara Desert while making their way from Fes to Marrakech. Travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane, the cedar forests of Azrou, Midelt, the spectacular Ziz Valley, and Erfoud before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga.

Enjoy a camel trek through the Sahara, watch the sunset from the dunes, try sandboarding, and spend the night in a luxury desert camp with a traditional Moroccan dinner, local music, and a star-filled sky. The next morning, watch the sunrise before continuing through Skoura, Ouarzazate, and the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, then cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech by early evening. the Fes to Marrakech 2 days Desert tour is a fast-paced journey with long driving days, but an excellent option for travelers with limited time who want to combine Fes, the Sahara Desert, and Marrakech in one unforgettable experience.

if you have more time check this other tour that offers the same experience with a longer time, a 3 days Desert tour from Fes to Marrakech. or the 4 days Desert Tour From Fes to Marrakech, or if you want the same tour but from the other way around check our 2 days Marrakech to Fes Desert tour.

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The 2 days Fes to Marrakech Desert tour highlights

Visit Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco”
Discover the cedar forests of Azrou
Spot Barbary macaques
Stop in Midelt, Morocco’s apple capital
Enjoy panoramic views of the Ziz Valley
Pass through Erfoud, Morocco’s fossil capital
Experience a camel ride in Erg Chebbi golden dunes
Watch the Sahara sunset and sunrise among the dunes
Sandboard in the golden dunes
Stay in a luxury desert camp
Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner
Experience local music and desert entertainment
Admire the Sahara’s star-filled night sky
See Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The 2 days Desert tour from Fes to Marrakech Itinerary

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On this 2 days fes to Marrakech Desert tour you will travel from Fes to the Sahara Desert through the Middle Atlas Mountains, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Ziz Valley and Erfoud. Arrive in Merzouga for a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoy the sunset and sandboarding, then spend the night at a luxury desert camp under the stars. Then going forward to Marrakech through Ouarzazate and the Hight Atlas Mountanis, before arriving to Marrakech by early evening. Ending the 2 days Fes to Marrakech desert tour with best memories that lasts a lifetime.

Day 01 :

Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Sahara Desert

The first day of your 2 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech

Your 2 days Desert tour from Fes to Marrakech begins with an early morning departure from Fes. Leave the city behind and head south, traveling through the scenic landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains.

Your first stop is Ifrane, often known as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” From there, continue to Cedar forest, where you can explore the beautiful forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains and, if conditions allow, spot the famous Barbary macaques.

Continue your journey through the mountains toward Midelt, known as the capital of apples. Take a break here for lunch before heading farther south, as the scenery gradually transforms on your way toward the Sahara.

From Midelt, cross the High Atlas Mountains and reach the spectacular Ziz Valley, one of Morocco’s most striking natural landscapes. Make a stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the vast palm-filled valley before continuing toward Erfoud, known as Morocco’s fossil capital and famous for its rich fossil deposits and fossil craftsmanship.

From Erfoud, continue toward Merzouga as the landscape gradually changes from rocky desert terrain to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Upon arrival, meet your camel guide and set off on a camel trek through the dunes, with the evening sun creating a beautiful desert atmosphere, stop in the dunes to watch the Sahara sunset and enjoy some sandboarding before continuing to your luxury desert camp.

Once you get to the camp, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, followed by an evening around the campfire with local music and desert entertainment. Take a moment to admire the star-filled Sahara sky before settling into your comfortable private desert tent for the night.

Accommodation: Luxury Sahara Desert Camp
Meals Included: Dinner
Approximate driving time: 8-9 hours

Day 02 :

Sahara Desert – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

The second day of your 2 days Fes to Marrakech Desert tour

The 2nd of your 2 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech begins with an unforgettable morning in the Sahara Desert, with enjoying the sunrise over the golden dunes, and having breakfast at the camp, before departing toward Skoura.

Continue through Skoura, renowned for its palm groves, traditional mud-brick villages, and historic kasbahs, before reaching Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco.”

From Ouarzazate, continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous fortified village and the backdrop for films and series such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, The Mummy, and Kingdom of Heaven. Stop at a panoramic viewpoint to admire and take pictures of its ancient kasbahs.

Your journey then continues through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass, with breathtaking panoramic views and traditional Berber villages along the way.

After crossing the High Atlas Mountains, arrive in Marrakech by early evening, and drop off at your accommodation, to bring your 2 days tour from Fes to Marrakech to an end with unforgettable memories that will last a life time.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Approximate driving time: 8-9 hours