Multi-Day · Marrakech → Merzouga → Fes

3-Day Private Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour via Merzouga

A one-way journey across the Atlas and Sahara edge, ending in Fes.

Instant confirmation after verified card payment
Short-notice pricing: +10% within 7 days; +20% within 72 hours. Only one timing surcharge applies. Minimum notice: 48 hours.

Duration3 days / 2 nightsGroup1–30 guestsLanguagesEnglish

The experience

A private journey, thoughtfully arranged

Travel from Marrakech to Fes over three road-intensive days, with a private vehicle and driver serving your party. The route crosses the High Atlas, visits the Ait Benhaddou area and continues through the Dades/Todra corridor toward Merzouga. A desert camp night gives the journey its Sahara chapter before the long final road transfer to Fes.

This is a private journey with accommodation and meals optional. Select the 2-night 4–5-star accommodation add-on for breakfast-only stays: USD 300 per double room per night for two sharing, plus USD 200 per single room per night. With the default allocation, four guests pay USD 600 nightly and five pay USD 800 nightly. Choose double or twin beds and additional single rooms in checkout; each single costs USD 200 nightly. Lunch costs USD 30 per guest per selected meal; dinner USD 60. Named properties and the desert overnight arrangement are confirmed by MLV; no specific property or exclusive camp is implied.

Highlights

What makes it memorable

◇Day 1 · Marrakech to Dades region
◇Day 2 · Todra area to Merzouga
◇Day 3 · Merzouga to Fes

Gallery

A glimpse of the journey

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Itinerary

How your experience unfolds

Day 1

Day 1 · Marrakech to Dades region

Leave Marrakech early for a full road day across the High Atlas towards Ait Benhaddou and the Dades area. Allow time for mountain-road travel, suitable breaks and the agreed public visit rather than expecting a short transfer. Monument admissions, guides not listed and meals are separate. Overnight accommodation is optional: select the lodging add-on if required, with the exact property and room arrangement confirmed separately.

Day 2

Day 2 · Todra area to Merzouga

Continue through the Todra area towards Merzouga, allowing time for gorge stops where access permits. On arrival at the desert edge, meet the local team and follow the camp-access arrangements shown in your itinerary. A camel ride is included only when specifically listed. A hotel room or desert tent must be selected as accommodation; the lodging option includes breakfast only. Lunch and dinner remain separate meal add-ons.

Day 3

Day 3 · Merzouga to Fes

Enjoy early desert light if conditions and departure timing allow, with breakfast only where the selected accommodation includes it. Leave for the long drive through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas towards Fes, using suitable comfort stops. Wildlife sightings and particular roadside attractions are not guaranteed. Finish at the agreed Fes access point. This one-way three-day journey includes two potential overnight stays, not a return transfer to Marrakech.

Practical details

Included and excluded

Included

✓ Private route vehicle and driver
✓ Confirmed camp access transfer and agreed local guiding

Not included

— Flights
— Unlisted camel/quad activities
— Accommodation and breakfast unless the optional 2-night accommodation add-on is selected
— Lunches and dinners unless the corresponding optional meal add-on is selected

Before you travel

Meeting and important information

Meeting point: Central Marrakech accommodation
Pickup: Start in Marrakech and finish at the agreed Fes accommodation road access. Not a return-to-Marrakech tour.
Important: Very long driving days, especially the Merzouga–Fes leg. Named stays and room allocation are arranged by MLV when the accommodation add-on is selected. Camp and venues may be shared.

Instant confirmation follows verified card payment. Minimum advance notice: 48 hours. Short-notice pricing adds 10% when booking within 7 days, or 20% within 72 hours; only the closest tier applies to the experience and selected extras. The final total is shown before payment. The published MLV cancellation and refund policy applies.

Vehicle options: standard Mercedes Vito for up to 5 passengers and 8 large suitcases. Parties of 6–16, 17–20 or 21–30 passengers receive the appropriate larger vehicle at an additional USD 200 per service day, charged once per party, plus the listed extra-person prices. This journey has 3 service days. An optional luxury vehicle upgrade for 1–5 guests costs USD 100 per day; exact model is arranged by MLV. Larger-vehicle luggage allocation is agreed with MLV.

Guest pricing: the base private-booking rate includes 2 guests. Additional adults cost $450.00 each and additional children cost $450.00 each for the complete experience. Maximum party: 30 guests. The checkout total includes any applicable vehicle supplement and short-notice surcharge before payment.

Optional enhancements

Make it your own

4–5-star accommodation · 2 nights

Breakfast only. USD 300 per double or twin room/night for two sharing; USD 200 per single room/night. Choose beds and single-room count below. All 2 nights are calculated for your party. Properties arranged by MLV.

+$300.00 / double room / night; single USD 200

Optional dinner

USD 60 per guest per meal. Choose how many dinners to include; accommodation is breakfast only.

+$60.00 / guest

Optional lunch

USD 30 per guest per meal. Choose how many lunches to include; venue and dietary requests arranged by MLV.

+$30.00 / guest

Luxury vehicle upgrade · 3 days

For 1–5 guests: USD 100 per service day × 3 days. Upgrades the included standard vehicle; exact luxury model arranged by MLV. Not a larger-group vehicle or extra transfer.

+$300.00

Questions

Good to know

Does this return to Marrakech?+

No. It ends in Fes after the desert leg.

How are rooms allocated?+

Accommodation is optional. The 2-night add-on uses 4–5-star-style stays, breakfast only, at USD 300 per double room/night for two sharing and USD 200 per single room/night for an unpaired guest. Four guests: USD 600/night; five: USD 800/night. Named properties and desert accommodation are arranged by MLV. Lunch and dinner are separate options at USD 30 and USD 60 per guest per meal. Choose double or twin beds and your single-room count in checkout. Single rooms may also be selected for guests who prefer not to share; the total updates before payment.

Is the camp private for us?+

No exclusive camp use is included.

Is camel riding included?+

A camel ride is included only when specifically listed in your booking. Your confirmation also explains how you reach the camp.

How long is the final drive?+

It is a long road day. Actual timing depends on the route, breaks and traffic; avoid a tight Fes flight connection.

Which hotels are included?+

How many guests can book and what do extra guests cost?+

This offer accepts up to 30 guests. The base price includes 2 guests; each additional adult or child costs USD 450. Where private transport is included, MLV provides its Mercedes Vito configuration for up to 5 passengers and 8 large suitcases; parties above 5 use the USD 200/day larger-vehicle option. Groups above 30 guests require a separate arrangement; eligible smaller parties can book online.

Is accommodation included, and how are rooms priced?+

What do larger vehicles and luxury upgrades cost?+

The standard Mercedes Vito covers up to 5 passengers and 8 large suitcases. A larger vehicle for up to 16, 20 or 30 passengers adds USD 200 per service day once for the party, in addition to the listed extra-person charges. This journey has 3 service days; the larger-vehicle supplement is USD 600 total. The optional luxury upgrade for up to 5 guests costs USD 300 total (USD 100/day). Model and larger-vehicle luggage allocation are arranged by MLV.

Plan your visit

Pickup, access and preparation

Pickup and return: Start in Marrakech and finish at the agreed Fes accommodation road access. Not a return-to-Marrakech tour.
Pickup outside the stated area: Only the locations expressly included in this experience are covered. Request a written price before booking a distant hotel, airport, port or different return point. No unlisted transfer supplement is charged automatically.
Languages: English. Request another language before booking; it is subject to guide availability and a separately agreed price where applicable.
Guest allowance: Base price covers up to 2 guests. Maximum 30 guests per booking. Enter adults and children accurately; the booking form calculates any stated supplements.
Access and mobility: Tell MLV about wheelchair use, steps, walking limitations or assistance needs before booking. A private tour does not guarantee step-free access or an adapted vehicle. The agreed route and equipment must suit your needs.
Children and luggage: Give children’s ages and any child-seat, stroller or extra-luggage requirements before booking. Seats and vehicle capacity must be explicitly confirmed; there is no automatic guarantee.
Meeting time: 9:00 AM requested; 9:30 AM requested; 10:00 AM requested; Flexible — agree with MLV. Your final written arrangements confirm the exact time.
Weather and disruption: Weather, official closures and transport disruption may change the route or activity. Contact MLV if your service cannot operate. Any alternative, rescheduling or refund follows the stated booking terms and cancellation policy.
What to bring: Comfortable shoes, layers, sun protection and luggage within the agreed vehicle allowance. Check the written hotel, room and meal schedule.

Confirm a special arrangement with MLV before booking.

Booking flexibility

Cancellation policy

The Morocco Luxury Vacations cancellation and refund policy applies to this experience. Read the cancellation and refund terms before booking.

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