3-Day Marrakech to Marrakech
Cross the Atlas and Todra Gorge, spend a night by the dunes, then return to Marrakech.
- Standard
- €100
- Luxury
- €150
Per person
Private on request
- Start
- Marrakech
- Finish
- Fes
- Duration
- 3 days / 2 nights
- Travel format
- Shared; private by enquiry
The route, day by day.
Your accommodation is confirmed with your booking.
- DAY 1
Marrakech → Rose Valley
Travel over the High Atlas and Tizi n’Tichka to Aït Ben Haddou. Continue along the kasbah road to the Rose Valley for dinner and the hotel night.
Route: High Atlas · Aït Ben Haddou
Overnight: hotel in the Rose Valley area.
- DAY 2
Rose Valley → Merzouga
Visit Todra Gorge and join the included local oasis walk around Tinghir. Continue to Merzouga for the sunset camel ride or 4x4 alternative, sandboarding, dinner and the camp night.
Route: Todra Gorge
Overnight: Sahara camp in the Merzouga area.
- DAY 3
Merzouga → Fes
After sunrise and breakfast, leave Merzouga through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas. The route includes the cedar-forest area near Azrou before finishing in Fes.
Route: Ziz Valley · Middle Atlas
Finish in Fes. No overnight on this final day.
Your overnight stops.
One hotel night with a private bathroom and shower, and one Sahara camp night near Merzouga. The itinerary shows the order and hotel region.
Standard · €150 per person
- Camp at or near the dune edge
- Shared toilets and showers
Luxury · €200 per person
- Camp further into the dunes
- Private en-suite bathroom and shower
- Air conditioning
These two options share the route and transport. The hotel category is unchanged between Standard and Luxury. Heating, hot-water arrangements and other unlisted amenities should be checked before committing.
Read the camp comparison →Included and excluded.
The lists below apply to shared Standard and Luxury packages. A Private Tour has its own written quote and inclusion list.
Included
- Shared transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, with a tour driver
- Fuel, tolls and road taxes
- Local guiding in the Tinghir/Todra area
- Sunset camel experience, or a 4x4 transfer to the camp instead
- Sandboarding
- 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners
- 1 hotel night with a private bathroom
- 1 night in your chosen Standard or Luxury Sahara camp
Not included
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Optional local guiding at Aït Ben Haddou; confirm the on-site charge before joining
- Lunches and drinks
- Tips and personal spending
- Optional quad biking and other paid desert activities
Optional extras
- Optional activities are paid separately; request current costs and availability.
- Quad biking near Merzouga can be requested separately.
- An on-site local guide at Aït Ben Haddou is optional and costs extra.
Before you travel.
Local guides: The Tinghir/Todra oasis walk includes a local guide.
- Typical pickup is 07:00–07:30 from vehicle-accessible accommodation. If your accommodation cannot be reached by road, a nearby meeting point is arranged. The exact time and meeting point are communicated the day before departure.
- Finish in Fes at reachable accommodation or an agreed accessible point. Arrival timing depends on traffic, weather, stops and group logistics.
- Pack a carry-on-sized bag and a small day bag. Declare additional luggage so vehicle space can be checked.
- Vegetarian and vegan meals can be arranged. Share dietary needs and allergies in advance; ask about serious allergy or cross-contamination concerns.
- Shared room/tent arrangements depend on capacity. Solo travelers may receive a private room or tent when available; otherwise sharing is with a traveler of the same gender.
- The route involves long driving and uneven terrain. Discuss mobility requirements before committing.
- Prices are in euros per person. The same per-person rate applies to children; there is no child discount.
Full payment is required at booking. Successful payment confirms your reservation. Departures are unavailable December 24 through January 5. Read the booking terms and cancellation policy.
Use the packing guide →Route questions.
What are the cancellation bands?
14 days or more before departure: 100% refund. From 48 hours to less than 14 days: 50% refund. Less than 48 hours, or a no-show: non-refundable. The cancellation policy explains how to request cancellation.
How do I plan my booking?
Choose Standard or Luxury, your preferred departure date and the number of travelers on this page. Review your full total and pay securely on this website. Successful payment confirms your booking. Departures are unavailable December 24 through January 5.
Where does this tour finish?
This 3-day route starts in Marrakech and finishes in Fes. Allow flexibility around onward connections because road and operating conditions affect arrival.
Is Luxury a private tour?
No. Standard and Luxury refer to camp accommodation on shared transport. Private travel is a separate enquiry-based option, with the price and services confirmed in writing.
Can I avoid the camel ride?
A 4x4 transfer to the camp is included as the alternative to the sunset camel experience. Tell us which you prefer when discussing your arrangements.
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