5 Days - 4 Night
Daily Tour
6 people
English, French
Our 5-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech begins with a scenic drive across the Middle Atlas Mountains. The road passes through Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before continuing to the cedar forests of Azrou, where Barbary macaques live in the wild. The route leads toward Midelt and then the fertile Ziz Valley with its endless palm groves. By late afternoon, you reach Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Here, a camel trek takes you into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, where you watch the sunset and spend the night in a desert camp under a sky full of stars.
The following day is devoted to exploring the desert region. You can discover nomadic villages, visit seasonal lakes, and see the old mines once worked by locals. Small oases scattered at the edge of the dunes add color to the otherwise vast sandy landscape. A camel ride offers another chance to enjoy the peace of the desert before another night in a traditional camp.
Leaving the desert behind, the journey continues to Tinghir and the famous Todra Gorges. Towering cliffs rise on both sides of the canyon, making it a perfect place for a walk and photo stops. The trip then heads into the Dades Valley, where the scenery changes to winding roads, kasbahs, and unique rock formations. This area is one of the most picturesque in southern Morocco and offers a glimpse of Berber life.
The road west leads through the Valley of Roses and several traditional villages before arriving at Ait Ben Haddou. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a fortified ksar that has appeared in many films. After exploring the narrow alleys and mudbrick houses, the route continues to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco.” The final day takes you across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. With panoramic views of valleys and peaks, this drive ends in Marrakech, the vibrant red city of Morocco.
Morning departure from Fes towards southern Morocco, passing through Ifrane, known as the “Moroccan Switzerland,” and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Lunch in Midelt before continuing along the scenic Ziz Valley lined with palm groves. Stop in Erfoud, famous for its fossils, then head to Merzouga. In the late afternoon, enjoy a camel trek to watch the sunset over the dunes. Dinner and overnight stay in a desert camp under the stars.
After breakfast, set out on a 4×4 excursion around Erg Chebbi. Visit Berber villages, the seasonal lake of Merzouga, the M’fis mines, and nearby oases. In the afternoon, join a camel caravan to dive deeper into the sea of sand. Dinner and overnight in a traditional nomadic camp at the foot of the dunes.
Wake up early to witness the sunrise, then ride camels back to the village. After breakfast, drive to Tinghir to explore the spectacular Todra Gorges. Free time for a walk through the towering canyon before continuing to the Dades Valley, famous for its colorful landscapes and kasbahs. Dinner and overnight in a charming guesthouse.
Drive through the scenic Valley of Roses and Berber villages. Lunch en route before reaching the legendary ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and backdrop to many famous films. After the visit, continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Dinner and overnight in a riad o
After breakfast, journey through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m). Optional stop at Telouet Kasbah or photo breaks in picturesque mountain villages. Arrival in Marrakech in the afternoon and transfer to your hotel or riad.
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