Join this unforgettable 5 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour and discover the most spectacular landscapes of Morocco. This journey takes you from the vibrant city of Marrakech, across the Atlas Mountains, deep into the Sahara Desert, and finally to the cultural capital of Fes.
During this 5 day tour from Marrakech to Fes through the Sahara Desert, you will explore UNESCO-listed kasbahs, dramatic valleys, impressive gorges, golden sand dunes, traditional markets, cedar forests, and alpine-style towns. Highlights include camel trekking in Merzouga, a night in a luxury desert camp, and visits to Ifrane and the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Your 5 days Marrakech to Fes Sahara desert tour begins with an early pickup from your accommodation or the airport in Marrakech. We travel through the stunning High Atlas Mountains, crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with several stops for panoramic views.
Along the way, we visit the historic Telouat Kasbah before continuing to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fortified village has been featured in international films such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and the TV series Game of Thrones.
In the afternoon, we head to Ouarzazate, known as “The Gate of the Desert”. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
After breakfast, we explore Ouarzazate by visiting the famous Atlas Studios and the impressive Taourirt Kasbah, one of the oldest and most remarkable fortified ksars in Morocco.
We then drive east toward the palm groves of Skoura to visit the well-preserved Amridil Kasbah. The journey continues to Kalaa Magouna, renowned for the Rose Valley, where an annual Rose Festival is held every May.
In the afternoon, we head to the Dades Valley via Boumalne Dades, stopping at the famous Monkey Fingers rock formations and scenic viewpoints overlooking the valley. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Boumalne Dades.
After breakfast, we continue to the spectacular Todra Gorges, where the Todra River has carved a dramatic canyon with towering red cliffs. Enjoy free time to walk through the gorges and admire the scenery.
We then drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, with free time for lunch along the way.
In the afternoon, we reach the Merzouga Sahara Desert. You will switch to camels and trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Stop atop a high dune to witness a breathtaking desert sunset.
Continue to your luxury desert camp, where you will enjoy a traditional dinner, Berber drum music, and dancing around the campfire under a star-filled sky. Overnight in the desert camp.
Wake up early to admire the magical sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting.
Today is dedicated to exploring the diverse Merzouga region, home to sand dunes, fossil areas, mines, wild lakes, and lush desert oases.
Begin with an off-road visit to an ancient eyeliner mine, followed by a visit to local nomads in their traditional woven tents. Learn about their lifestyle while enjoying Berber tea.
Continue to Khamlia village to experience authentic Gnaoua music and dance. Free time for lunch in a local restaurant. Later, stroll through a palm grove and visit the Merzouga wild lake, also known as Flamingos Lake.
Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Merzouga.
On the final day of your 5 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour, enjoy an early sunrise in the desert, followed by breakfast. Return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 transfer.
We then visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, known for its traditional souk, lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Afterward, we continue to Erfoud to visit a workshop specializing in fossilized marble.
The journey continues along the Ziz Valley, with panoramic stops, followed by lunch in Midelt. We then pass through the Cedar Forest, home to the Barbary macaques, before visiting Ifrane, often called the Switzerland of Morocco.
Arrival and drop-off at your accommodation or the airport in Fes. End of the tour.
This itinerary is a suggested program. If it does not fully meet your expectations, please contact us. We specialize in customized and tailor-made Morocco tours, adapted to your preferences and travel duration.
Tour prices vary depending on the number of travelers and accommodation quality. Since transportation costs are fixed, the price per person decreases as group size increases. Contact us for an exact and personalized quote.
