Marrakech ↔ Fes with a Magical Night in the Desert – The Perfect Relaxed Short Escape
Want to see Morocco’s two most legendary cities and sleep under the Sahara stars without rushing?
This private (or intimate small-group) 4-day journey is designed for travelers who value comfort, beauty, and a slower, more soulful pace. No 4 a.m. wake-ups, no endless driving days – just the perfect balance of culture, scenery, and pure desert magic.
Private or max 6-person small group · Luxury desert camp · Hand-picked riads · All comfort included
Day-by-Day Itinerary (Relaxed Pace)
Day 1: Marrakech – Gentle Discovery & Free Afternoon
- Morning pickup from your Marrakech riad or airport
- Easy 3–4 hour private walking tour with a top local guide:
– Koutoubia gardens, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs
– Newly restored Medersa Ben Youssef (quiet & uncrowded)
– A calm walk through the spice & lantern souks (no pressure) - Lunch on a peaceful rooftop away from the crowds
- Entire afternoon free – relax at your riad pool, visit Majorelle Garden, hammam, or shop at your own rhythm
- Sunset drink overlooking Jemaa el-Fnaa from a quiet terrace
- Overnight in a beautiful, serene riad in the heart of the medina
Day 2: Marrakech → High Atlas → Aït Benhaddou → Dades Valley (Scenic & Relaxed Drive)
- Leisurely 9:00 departure
- Cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka pass with panoramic photo stops
- Guided visit to UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou (the iconic kasbah) – timed for soft light and few people
- Delicious lunch in a quiet kasbah restaurant with views
- Continue through the Valley of Roses and Skoura palm grove
- Late afternoon arrival at your charming kasbah hotel in the Dades Valley
- Free time to walk along the river or enjoy the terrace at golden hour
- Dinner under the stars at the hotel
- Overnight in a peaceful kasbah-style room with mountain views
Day 3: Dades → Todra Gorge → Erg Chebbi Sahara (Sunset Camel Trek & Luxury Camp)
- Sleep in – depart at a civilized 9:30
- Short, scenic drive with a gentle walk in dramatic Todra Gorge
- Continue through palm oases and Berber villages
- Early afternoon arrival at the dunes – time to relax and photograph
- 90-minute sunset camel trek (easy pace) into the heart of Erg Chebbi
- Arrive at your private luxury desert camp: spacious en-suite tents, hot showers, soft beds
- Mint tea, spectacular 3-course dinner, live Berber music around the fire
- Fall asleep to silence and the brightest stars you’ve ever seen
- Overnight in the Sahara
Day 4: Sahara Sunrise → Middle Atlas → Fes (Comfortable Return)
- Optional gentle sunrise over the dunes (sleep in if you prefer)
- Hearty breakfast in camp, then relaxed 4×4 return
- Scenic drive north through the Ziz Valley and cedar forests
- Stop in alpine Ifrane for coffee and fresh air
- Arrival in Fes between 17:00–18:00
- Drop-off at your Fes riad or airport
What’s Included
- Private or small-group (max 6) modern 4×4/minivan
- English-speaking driver-guide who knows every quiet corner
- 3 nights: 1 elegant Marrakech riad + 1 peaceful Dades kasbah hotel + 1 luxury desert camp (en-suite)
- All breakfasts + 3 dinners (Day 1 optional, Day 2 & 3 included)
- Camel trek & private camp with hot shower
- All entrance fees & local guides where needed
- Unlimited water & daily flexibility
Perfect For
- Travelers who hate rushing
- Couples wanting romance and comfort
- Small groups of friends or family
- Anyone flying into Marrakech and out of Fes (or vice-versa)
Best season: September–May
Book Your 4-Day Relaxed Imperial Cities & Sahara Journey Today
Four days. Two legendary cities. One unforgettable night under the desert stars – all at a pace that feels like a vacation, not a race.
Reserve your private or small-group spot now:
📧 contact@amoroccotour.com
📱 WhatsApp: +212 663 752 058
Very limited luxury camp tents and quiet riads – book early and let us give you the calm, beautiful Morocco you’ve been dreaming of.