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Sandboarder sliding down a dune at Merzouga, Morocco

Private Fes Desert Tour to Marrakech 4-Day

Explore our  4-Day Private Fes Desert Tour from to Marrakech via the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes in the Merzouga desert. This tour offers a unique opportunity to combine travel from Fez to Marrakech with a desert adventure. Book your 4-day (or longer) tour now for a memorable journey into the heart of Morocco.

Our Fes Desert Tour will take you to the Sahara Desert, where you can spend time in the serene beauty and profound silence of the vast dunes. This private desert tour from Fes provides an authentic taste of the Sahara, offering insights into the nomadic lifestyle that has thrived here for centuries.

During the day, you’ll explore the incredible desert environment, and by night, you’ll stay in luxury tented accommodations. Enjoy dining under a sky full of stars, far from the light pollution of the city. Our Private Fes Desert Tour features the best in 4×4 transport, ensuring comfort and capability on off-road terrain.

With expert guides and top-notch catering, you’ll have everything you need to focus on the varied landscapes and rich cultural experiences. Choose a tour lasting a few days or extend your adventure up to a week, allowing you ample time to fully appreciate the desert’s beauty and the Berber people’s nomadic way of life.

Starting in Fez, a city known for its rich history and lively culture, the Private Fes Desert Tour is perfect for those wanting to explore Moroccan culture. As the entry point for many travelers to North Africa, Fez is the ideal launchpad for an exciting desert tour.

Our meticulously designed Private Fes Desert Tourq captures the essence of the Sahara Desert, the world’s largest hot desert. The Sahara’s vast expanses and towering dunes are a must-see, and our experienced guides will ensure you get the most out of your journey.

So if you’re ready to experience the authentic culture and natural beauty of Morocco, join us on a Private Fez desert tour to Marrakech. Let us take you on a memorable journey through the Sahara’s timeless landscapes.

 

 

Private Fes Desert Tour to Marrakech 4-Day

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    Fez to Merzouga

    Departure from Fes is at 8 o’clock. We’ll travel through Azrou, where you can see Barbary apes in the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas. Lunch will be in Midelt, known as “the apple capital,” situated at the foot of Ayachi Mountain.After lunch, we’ll continue over the Tizi-n-Talremt pass and through the Ziz Valley, famous for its palm trees and the extensive oasis. Along the road, you’ll see countless “ksars,” small villages of individual houses. Our journey will then take us through Er Rachidia and on to Erfoud, known for its date festival and fossils.Upon reaching the bivouac in Erg Chebbi, you will be welcomed with a glass of tea. You’ll have time to explore the dunes before witnessing a sunset. Dinner will be served, followed by an evening of music and a night in a nomad tent.
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    Merzouga to Dades

    If you wake up early, you can watch the spectacular sunrise over the dunes, where the colors and shadows create a scene. After breakfast, you have the option for a camel ride lasting a couple of hours or less, depending on your preference.We’ll then head towards Tinghir and the Todgha Gorges for lunch. The road takes us through Tinjdad and the Todgha Valley, offering plenty of opportunities for walks along the river, through the gardens, or up the road on the other side of the gorges.Later, we’ll continue to the Dades Valley and the Dades Gorges, where you’ll spend the night in a comfortable hotel or kasbah.
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    Dades to Ouarzazate

    After breakfast, we’ll start the day with a walk in the Dades Gorges. Then, we’ll get back on the road and head towards Ouarzazate. Our journey will take us off-road along the Boutarar piste, where we’ll visit Berber nomads in their caves and share a glass of tea with them.Next, we’ll travel through the Valley of the Roses, renowned for its Rose Festival in May. This area is famous for producing high-quality oils, creams, and soaps. We’ll stop to visit the kasbahs of Skoura, including the well-known Kasbah Amredil.Upon arrival in Ouarzazate, you’ll stay in a charming riad or guest house.
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    Ouarzazate to Marrakesh

    After breakfast, our journey continues to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its appearance in numerous Hollywood blockbusters like Kingdom of Heaven and Gladiator. It's not only the most famous Kasbah in Morocco but also one of the most visited attractions in the entire country.From there, we'll travel to Telouet along a recently asphalted road, offering wide views of the lush green valley below. Telouet, set amidst the mountains, holds historical significance as the former seat of the last Pasha of Marrakesh, El Glaoui. It once controlled the highest pass in Africa, Tizi-n-Tichka.As the afternoon draws to a close, we'll arrive in Marrakesh, having traversed the highest pass in North Africa.

Questions travelers ask before booking this tour

It is a private tour. Only your own party travels in the vehicle with your driver-guide, there are no fixed departure dates, and no other travelers join along the way. Every tour on this site runs this way.
It takes 4 days. Pickup on day 1 is at your hotel, riad or the airport in Fes. The tour ends in Marrakech on day 4. Our driver meets you at the pickup point between the departure time and 30 minutes after it.
The price shown on this page, EUR 630, is the starting price. The final quote depends on your travel dates, how many people are traveling and the accommodation level you choose. Send us your dates and we reply with a fixed quote within 24 hours.
Cancel more than 50 days before the departure date and you get a full refund. Cancellations less than 50 days before departure, and no-shows, are not refunded. Tickets for events or attractions and airport transfers are non-refundable. The full booking terms are on our Terms and Conditions page.
Most days are spent in a private vehicle, with stops for short walks in kasbahs, gorges and villages. The camel ride to the desert camp takes about one to two hours; if you would rather not ride, tell us when booking. Tell us about any mobility, dietary or medical needs in writing before you confirm and we plan the days around them.
Yes. The day-by-day plan on this page is a starting point. You can add a night, swap a stop, change the pace or combine it with another route; we confirm the changes and the price in writing before you book.

What travellers say

5.0★★★★★122 reviews on Tripadvisor, Google and TourRadar
Srivatsan STripadvisor★★★★★

Private Desert tour to Erg Chebbi with family

This was a unique experience which me and my family will cherish for the rest of our lives. Thank you Abidine for making it possible. Your prompt response to all my queries helped me plan my trip better. A million thanks to Ismail (our guide) who made sure we had a wonderful time through the trip. We feel like we made a great friend in him. From introducing us to local music, to tirelessly driving the 4 days, to taking us to these amazing riads run by the most wonderful people, to showing us the main sites to see along the way - he was simply amazing. This tour helped us experience Morocco in a way that no other tour could. We met amazing families who hosted us. The desert camp was spectacular. I was worried that being a vegetarian and not being able to speak arabic or french would be major hurdles - definitely not so. This tour made it so easy to manage. This is something I would recommend to anyone planning on spending time in Morocco.

paul lTripadvisor★★★★★

Amazing experience .

We took a 4 day guided tour with Abidine and it was a fabulous experience. Right from the start, Abdoul/ yousef were flexible when it came to customising our itinerary and including all the details we wanted.

We had Hamid as our guide and driver. We spent 4 days with him on the road and it was a fabulous experience, seeing Morocco with all the local insights.

Everyone was so thoughtful and attentive, including the staff / owners at the various accommodations we stayed at.

Can’t recommend this enough. This tour was a big part of our trip being memorable. Thank you 🙏 Abidine for everything.

fra_2809Tripadvisor★★★★★

Amazing tour!

Our private tour from Marrakech to Fez was truly an unforgettable experience and exceeded all of our expectations. From the very beginning, everything was perfectly organized, and we felt completely taken care of throughout the journey.

The accommodations were absolutely wonderful — Dades Paradise in the Dades Gorges was beautiful and peaceful, and our two nights at Sakura Luxury Desert Camp were simply magical. Sleeping in the Sahara under the stars, enjoying delicious dinners and breakfasts, listening to Berber music around the fire, and waking up to the silence of the dunes were moments we will never forget. Camel trekking and sandboarding in Erg Chebbi were such fun and added to the adventure.

What we appreciated most about this tour was the opportunity to see the real Morocco. It wasn’t just sightseeing — it felt like a genuine cultural journey where we learned how people truly live and preserve their heritage.

A very special thank you goes to our driver, Yahya. He was incredibly kind, professional, and knowledgeable.

This tour was deeply memorable and we highly recommend it to anyone wanting to discover the beauty and soul of Morocco in a truly special way.

Madleina RTripadvisor★★★★★

An Unforgettable Desert Adventure with Ismael and Abidine

I traveled through Morocco for four weeks as a young woman traveling alone, and my desert journey with Private Desert Tours and the two brothers, Ismael and Abidine, became one of the most meaningful and unforgettable experiences of my entire trip.

Ismael and Abidine lovingly crafted my three-day stay around my wishes, creating a journey that felt both adventurous and deeply personal. From endless, breathtaking drives through the desert to the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes, across the Atlas Mountains, and finally to the ocean — where I closed this magical adventure with a sunset horseback ride on the beach — every moment felt special.

Throughout the entire experience, I felt completely safe, cared for, and at ease. More than guides, Ismael and Abidine became like true friends, sharing their world with kindness, humor, and genuine warmth.

From the bottom of my heart, I can wholeheartedly recommend their tours. If you are searching for something truly special to complete your journey — something authentic, soulful, and unforgettable — don’t hesitate to reach out to Ismael or Abidine.

You will be in the very best hands.

Ash PatelTripadvisor★★★★★

Magical Family Vacation!!

We just got back from a trip of a lifetime to Morocco! We traveled in a large group of friends with kids under 10 years old and Private Desert Tours made the experience so seamless and magical! We spent 3 days immersed in the beauty of the Merzouga desert doing some fun off-roading activities, visiting some authentic places, and soaking in the sheer beauty of the desert sunsets and sunrises. The desert in camp was luxurious and the staff were very hospitable and adept to their environment. Our guides/drivers were thorough professionals, I now consider them my dear friends and getting to know them better and having them explain to us (and our kids) in great detail about every different landscape, culture, nomadic lifestyle, etc was one of the best parts of our trip. The cars we had for the trip were in great condition and very comfortable for our family of 4 as well - which was very important to me given the amount of time we spent on the road! I would recommend Private Desert Tours to anyone that wants to visit Morocco and experience the Sahara!! Thank you, and we will certainly be back!

shomooTripadvisor★★★★★

Excellent driver/guide

Recently booked my trip through Private desert trip. had a 4X4 for a 5 day tour to desert including off-road circuit from Merzouga to tafraout sidi ali,tamnogault.

The drive was excellent. Ibrahim, our driver was just amazing. the agency was nice too overall. A bit expensive but did organise everything including all the places I wanted to stay..didn't feel rushed either..the desert camp was basic..rest was great

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V-SGPTripadvisor★★★★★

Great desert tour!

I had a wonderful trip to Erg Chebbi desert with very nice stops along the day. Accommodation and food was very good and the highlight was my guide/driver Ismail who too very good care of the entire itinerary.

Tobias W.Google★★★★★

Abidine put together a wonderful, customized tour for us. The accommodations and meals were all excellent. The guys were always helpful and in great spirits; it was fascinating to listen to stories of their nomadic past. Our driver, Abdul, always made us feel safe in the chaotic Moroccan traffic. We would definitely recommend private desert tours and would love to come back.

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