7-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
Explore Morocco on a seven-day journey from Fes to Marrakech.
Discover the Sahara, spend time around Merzouga and enjoy the dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Travel through the Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, oases and historic villages of the south.
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt
Leave Fes and travel towards the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane and continue through the cedar forest region. The route crosses mountain scenery and open plateaus before reaching Midelt. Located between the Middle and High Atlas ranges, this town is a convenient stop on the way to the Sahara. Enjoy the landscapes along the journey and arrive in the afternoon. Settle into your accommodation and enjoy some free time before continuing south the next day.
Day 2: Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga
After breakfast, travel south through the Tizi n’Talghamt pass. Continue into the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves, villages and dramatic scenery. Stop to enjoy the views before travelling through Erfoud and Rissani. These towns are closely connected to the history of the Tafilalet region and its caravan routes. Continue to Merzouga, where the Erg Chebbi dunes rise from the desert landscape. Settle into your accommodation and enjoy your first evening near the Sahara.
Day 3: Explore Merzouga and Erg Chebbi
Spend the day discovering the desert region around Merzouga. After breakfast, explore nearby villages, desert tracks and the landscapes surrounding Erg Chebbi. This is an opportunity to learn more about local traditions and the daily life of the region. Depending on your selected package, you may enjoy a camel ride or another organised desert activity. The afternoon offers time to relax and admire the dunes. Overnight in your booked accommodation or in a desert camp if this option is confirmed in your reservation.
Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Tinghir
After breakfast, leave Merzouga and travel to Rissani, a historic town in the Tafilalet region. Depending on the day, you may visit its traditional market. Continue towards the Todra Gorges, where high rock walls surround a green valley. Enjoy time to walk through the gorge and admire the natural landscape. The journey then continues to Tinghir, a town known for its palm groves and traditional villages. Settle into your accommodation and enjoy the evening in this oasis region.
Day 5: Tinghir – Dades Valley – Valley of Roses – Skoura
After breakfast, travel through the Dades Valley and discover its unusual rock formations, villages and traditional kasbahs. Continue towards the Valley of Roses, a region known for its agricultural landscapes and seasonal rose cultivation. The road passes small settlements and changing scenery before reaching Skoura. This oasis is famous for its palm groves and earthen kasbahs. Enjoy time to discover the surroundings before settling into your accommodation for the night.
Day 6: Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou
After breakfast, explore the Skoura area before travelling to Ouarzazate. Continue towards Ait Ben Haddou, a historic fortified village recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its earthen buildings and narrow lanes offer a glimpse into traditional architecture in southern Morocco. Take time to explore the village and enjoy views over the surrounding valley. Settle into your accommodation in the area and enjoy a relaxed evening before the final journey to Marrakech.
Day 7: Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Tizi n’Tichka – Marrakech
After breakfast, travel towards Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka pass, where the road offers wide views over mountain valleys and traditional villages. Stops may be made at suitable viewpoints depending on traffic and the time available. After crossing the pass, descend towards the Marrakech plain. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon or early evening and transfer to your accommodation or the agreed drop-off point. This marks the end of your journey from Fes.
Included
- Private transport from Fes to Marrakech with a driver.
- Pickup in Fes and final drop-off in Marrakech.
- Fuel and transport expenses for seven days.
- Six nights of accommodation according to the selected package.
- Meals confirmed by the booked accommodation.
- Desert activities according to the services selected and confirmed.
Excluded
- Lunches and drinks.
- Entrance fees and optional sightseeing visits.
- Additional activities not specified in the reservation.
- Personal expenses and tips.
Frequently asked questions
How much time is spent in Merzouga?
The itinerary includes two days in the Merzouga region.
Can we visit Ait Ben Haddou?
Yes, the visit is planned for the sixth day.
Does the tour finish in Marrakech?
Yes, arrival in Marrakech is planned for the seventh day.
