5 Days Tour From Fes to Marrakech

5 Days 4 Nights
Max Guests : 28
Wifi Available
Mar - Sep

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We’ll begin our 5-day adventure from Fes to Marrakech, starting with a journey through the Middle Atlas, stopping at Ifrane, Azrou’s cedar forest, and Midelt. We’ll continue to Merzouga for a camel trek and an overnight stay in the Erg Chebbi dunes.

In the Merzouga area, we’ll visit the Gnawa village of Khamlia, and spend a night in a desert camp. Then, we’ll travel to the Todra Gorges and Dades Valley, followed by a scenic drive along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs to Ouarzazate.

Finally, we’ll visit Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet before crossing the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, ending our tour in Marrakech.

Price Includes

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation
A comfortable private car with A/C
Expert driver/guide who speaks English
A camel ride with a local to enjoy sunset
Overnight stay at the desert camp (tent type choice)
Breakfast and dinner included

Price Excludes

Beverages
Midday meals
Optional Tips

What to Expect

Below are the main highlights of the 5-day tour from Fes to Marrakech:

Spot Barbary Apes in Azrou’s Cedar Forest
Traverse the Tizi Ntalghamt Pass
Explore the fantastic Ziz Gorge and Valley
Go on a camel riding adventure in Merzouga
Witness sunset & sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes
Spend a night in a desert camp in Merzouga
Visit the village of Gnawa people and enjoy their music
Explore Miffis Mines & Other nearby spots
Visit the impressive Todra & Dades Gorges
Tour the well-known Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Cross the High Atlas Mountains

Itinerary

Day 1: Fes » Azrou (Cedar Forest) » Midelt » Erfoud » Merzouga [467 Km]

Pick up from your Fes riad/hotel around 8:30 AM by your driver to begin the journey towards the Sahara Desert, home to the iconic sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.

Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, making stops at the alpine town of Ifrane, often referred to as “Morocco’s Switzerland,” and Azrou’s cedar forest, where you can see Barbary monkeys. Enjoy a lunch break in Midelt before continuing through Tiz Ntalghamt Pass, Ziz Gorge, and the panoramic Ziz Valley, offering stunning views of palm groves in the heart of the desert.

Arrive at Merzouga, where the dunes of Erg Chebbi emerge dramatically. Relax at a hotel with a pool on the dune line, enjoy dinner, and unwind for the night.

Day 2: Explore Merzouga Area & Night at Desert Camp [45 Km]

Start the day exploring the Merzouga area, visiting Khamlia, known as the “black village,” where you can enjoy traditional Gnawa music. Head to the Miffis Mines to learn about local mining practices, and then journey deeper into the desert, where you’ll meet Bedouins and enjoy tea while soaking in the mesmerizing desert views.

After lunch, embark on a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes to witness a spectacular sunset. Spend the night at a desert camp, enjoying a traditional dinner, mint tea, Berber music, and stargazing.

Day 3: Merzouga » Rissani » Todra Gorges » Dades Valley [255 Km]

Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, casting incredible colors and shadows across the sand. After breakfast and freshening up, journey to Rissani, the birthplace of the Alaouite dynasty, and continue to Tinghir to explore the stunning Todra Gorge, the highest and narrowest gorge in Morocco.

Enjoy a hike along the gorge or relax by the river before having lunch in the heart of the gorge. Drive through the Dades Valley, known for its dramatic landscapes, and spend the night at a hotel perched on a mountain with panoramic views.

Day 4: Dades Valley » Rose Valley » Skoura » Ouarzazate [168 Km]

After breakfast, travel along the famous “Road of 1000 Kasbahs,” passing through Dades Valley and Rose Valley, renowned for its fragrant rose products. Visit Skoura’s lush palm groves and the historic Kasbahs along the way.

Arrive in Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco” due to its film studios and cinematic landscapes. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Ouarzazate.

Day 5: Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Haddou » Telouet » Marrakech [196 Km]

After breakfast, visit the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate before heading to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an iconic kasbah that has been featured in many films. Continue to the High Atlas Mountains to visit Telouet and the historic Kasbah el Glaoui.

Enjoy lunch in Telouet before descending the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, a scenic route offering stunning mountain views. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening (around 6-7 PM), marking the end of your unforgettable desert tour.