A three-day shared Sahara route from Fes to Marrakech through Ifrane, the Middle Atlas, Ziz Valley, Merzouga, Todra Gorge, Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas.
This route starts in Fes and finishes in Marrakech. It fits travelers who want the Sahara journey to move them to Marrakech instead of returning to Fes.
A deposit is paid at booking. The remaining balance is due 7 days before departure. Bookings made within 7 days of departure require full payment immediately. WeTravel remains the final checkout and price source.
WeTravel is the final checkout and current price source.
Pickup and drop-off
Pickup is normally between 7:00 and 7:30 AM. Accessible accommodation is served directly. When a riad or other accommodation cannot be reached by vehicle, the nearest practical meeting point is assigned after booking.
The exact pickup time and meeting point are communicated one day before departure after the departure-day schedule is finalized.
Arrival in Marrakech is expected during the afternoon. Drop-off is at accessible accommodation or the nearest practical accessible point. Timing varies with traffic, weather, stops and group logistics.
Route overview
Fes → Ifrane → cedar forest → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Rose Valley / Ouarzazate
Rose Valley / Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Fes to Merzouga
Morning departure from Fes through Ifrane and the Middle Atlas.
Continue through the cedar-forest area and Ziz Valley toward Merzouga.
Sunset camel ride, sandboarding, dinner and overnight at the selected Standard or Luxury Sahara camp.
Day 2
Merzouga to Todra Gorge and Rose Valley
Sunrise and breakfast before leaving the Sahara.
Travel to Tinghir and Todra Gorge for time to walk through the canyon.
Continue through the Rose Valley for dinner and overnight in a comfortable hotel in the Rose Valley or Ouarzazate area.
Day 3
Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas to Marrakech
Visit Ait Ben Haddou before crossing the High Atlas through Tizi n'Tichka Pass.
Continue toward Marrakech with scenic and practical stops along the route.
Arrival in Marrakech during the afternoon.
Along the route
Choose your option
Standard and Luxury change the Sahara camp category. The route and vehicle remain shared.
Standard — €150 per person
€50 deposit at booking. Standard Sahara camp at or near the edge of the dunes with shared toilets and showers.
Luxury — €200 per person
€75 deposit at booking. Luxury Sahara camp deeper within the dunes with a private en-suite bathroom, shower and air conditioning.
One night is in the selected Sahara camp and one night is in a comfortable hotel with a private bathroom and shower in the Rose Valley or Ouarzazate area. Named properties are not guaranteed and equivalent substitutions may be used when operationally necessary.
Standard
Camp at or near the edge of the dunes.
Shared toilets and showers.
Luxury
Camp deeper within the dunes.
Private en-suite bathroom and shower.
Air conditioning.
Meals and dietary requests
Included: 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners.
Vegetarian and vegan meals can be arranged. Declare allergies and dietary requirements during booking and mention them again to the driver on day one.
Transport, group format and luggage
Shared departures normally use 8-seat or 17–18-seat vehicles. Additional vehicles may operate when demand requires. Vehicles are air-conditioned.
This is a shared/group tour. Unrelated travelers may join the same departure and vehicle. One traveler can book; no minimum group size is required for an individual booking.
One carry-on-sized bag plus one small backpack or personal item is recommended. Travelers bringing more luggage should contact the operator before departure so available vehicle space can be checked.
Solo travelers may receive a private room or tent when availability allows. When capacity requires sharing, they are paired with another traveler of the same gender.
One night in the selected Standard or Luxury Sahara camp
One night in a comfortable hotel with private bathroom
Not included
Flights
Travel insurance
Optional Ait Ben Haddou local guide contribution, usually about 20–30 MAD per person depending on group size
Lunches and drinks
Tips, shopping and personal expenses
Important before booking
Departures operate daily except December 25 through January 4. Regular departures resume January 5.
Pickup is normally between 7:00 and 7:30 AM. The exact time is communicated one day before departure after the pickup schedule is finalized.
Accessible accommodation is served directly. For riads or other accommodation that vehicles cannot reach, the nearest practical meeting point is assigned after booking.
One traveler can book a shared departure; no minimum group size is required for an individual booking.
Driver service is available in English, French or Spanish.
Travelers who do not want to ride a camel may use a 4x4 transfer to the desert camp.
Vegetarian and vegan meals can be arranged. Allergies and dietary requirements should be declared during booking and mentioned again to the driver on day one. Travelers with serious allergy or cross-contamination concerns should contact the operator before booking.
There is no child discount. Each traveler occupies a seat and is charged the applicable per-person price.
An optional local guide at Ait Ben Haddou may be hired on site. The usual traveler contribution is approximately 20–30 MAD per person, depending on group size.
The route includes long driving sections and uneven terrain. Travelers with significant mobility requirements should contact the operator before booking.