7-Day Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech

Upon your arrival in Fes, our driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your traditional Riad in the heart of the old Medina. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a relaxing walk through the nearby streets of the ancient medina and experience your first taste of Moroccan culture and then spend the night in the Riad.

Highlights:

• Airport pickup and private transfer to your traditional riad in the heart of the Fes Medina.
• Enjoy a relaxing first walk through the ancient medina, depending on your arrival time.
• Experience your first taste of Moroccan culture and traditional architecture.

We will spend the day exploring Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and cultural capital. We will be accompanied by a knowledgebale local tour guide to visit the streets of the old medina, Al Quaraouiyine University, traditional tanneries, artisan workshops and the busy souks. Next, you will wander through the narrow alleyways and admire the city’s rich architecture and fascinating history and call it a night at the Riad in Fes.

Highlights:

• Explore Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and cultural capital.
• Discover the historic Fes Medina with a knowledgeable local guide.
• Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, traditional tanneries, artisan workshops, and lively souks.
• Wander through the narrow alleyways and admire the city’s rich history and architecture.

We will leave Fes and travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first Stop will be in Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before we continue through the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Following that, our journey carries on through the beautiful Ziz Valley and its endless palm groves before arriving in Merzouga, the vast Sahara Desert. Upon our arrival, we will enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and witness a spectacular sunset before spending the night in a luxury desert camp in the heart of the Sahara.

Highlights:

• Travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains.
• Visit Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco.”
• Explore the Cedar Forests of Azrou and observe Barbary macaques.
• Enjoy the spectacular landscapes and palm groves of the Ziz Valley.
• Arrive in Merzouga and enjoy a magical camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes.
• Watch the spectacular Sahara sunset before spending the night in a luxury desert camp beneath the stars.

After our breakfast, we will embark on an exciting 4×4 excursion around the Sahara Desert. First, we will Visit nomadic families, discover hidden desert landscapes, explore the village of Khamlia, enjoy traditional Gnawa music, desert oases and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the dunes. By the end of the day, we will return to our Riad with a swimming pool in Merzouga for a relaxing evening and overnight stay.

Highlights:

• Enjoy an exciting 4×4 exploration of the Merzouga Sahara Desert.
• Visit local nomadic families and discover their traditional lifestyle.
• Explore the village of Khamlia and experience its authentic Gnawa music.
• Discover hidden desert landscapes, peaceful oases, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the dunes.
• Return to your riad in Merzouga for a relaxing evening and overnight stay.

We will get up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes before driving to Dades Valley. On the road, we will visit the traditional markets of Rissani, then continue through desert towns and palm groves before we stop at the magnificent Todra Gorge located near Tinghir and known for its towering canyon, Morocco’s most spectacular natural wonder.  Finally, we will arrive in Dades Valley for dinner and overnight stay.

Highlights:

• Wake up early to admire a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara dunes.
• Visit the traditional markets of Rissani.
• Travel through desert towns, palm groves, and beautiful southeastern landscapes.
• Explore the impressive Todra Gorge, with its towering canyon walls.
• Continue to the scenic Dades Valley for dinner and an overnight stay.

We will travel through the Valley of Roses and the Skoura Oasis before reaching Ouarzazate. Once in Ouarzazate, we will visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most iconic fortified villages before we continue across the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying breathtaking views before arriving in Marrakech for an overnight stay.

Highlights:

• Travel through the beautiful Valley of Roses.
• Discover the lush Skoura Oasis and its palm groves.
• Visit Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert and the “Hollywood of Morocco.”
• Explore Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and iconic fortified village.
• Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
• Enjoy breathtaking mountain views before arriving in Marrakech.

Depending on our flight schedule, we will enjoy some free time in Marrakech for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. At the appropriate time, we will transfer you to Marrakech Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable 7-day Morocco adventure from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga Desert.

Highlights:

• Enjoy free time in Marrakech, depending on your flight schedule.
• Take the opportunity for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Private transfer to Marrakech Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable 7-day journey from Fes to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert.