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5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
5 days tour from marrakech to fes
OVERVIEW OF 5 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO FES
This 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is an amazing journey through Morocco most breathtaking landscapes and cultural treasures. you will travel through the High Atlas Mountains and visit the UNESCO listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and explore Ouarzazate known by “Hollywood of Africa”, In the Dades Valley and Todra Gorges and admire dramatic rock formations before reaching the stunning dunes of Merzouga.
Enjoy a once in a lifetime camel ride into the heart of the Sahara and spend a magical night under the stars in a luxury desert camp. You’ll also visit nomadic families and experience traditional Gnaoua music in Khamliya and see the seasonal Lake Srij. As you make your way to Fes travel through the lush Ziz Valley and cedar forests filled with monkeys and the alpine town of Ifrane. The journey ends with a full day discovering the ancient medina of Fes. More Tours
Highlights of the 5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Explore the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah a UNESCO World Heritage site
Discover the film studios and kasbahs of Ouarzazate
Marvel at the rock formations in Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
Ride a camel into the Sahara Desert and watch the sunset over Erg Chebbi dunes
Spend a night in a luxury desert camp under a sky full of stars
Visit nomadic families and experience Gnaoua music in Khamliya
See the seasonal Lake Srij and panoramic Ziz Valley
Spot monkeys in the cedar forests of Azrou
Stroll through the charming town of Ifrane known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Fes the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco
Itinerary 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
On the first day of your 5 days morocco desert tour from marrakech to fes. After breakfast your driver/guide will pick you up for the scenic drive over the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoy panoramic views before reaching the famous Ait Ben Haddou a stunning fortified village that has appeared in films like Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia and Game of Thrones…etc.
Continue to Ouarzazate known by “Hollywood of Africa” visit the Atlas Studios and the historic Kasbah of Taourirt. Then journey through the Valley of Roses to reach Dades Valley where you’ll spend the night in a charming hotel overlooking the red rock canyons.
Included: Accommodation and breakfast and dinner
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi)
On the secand day of your 5 days morocco desert tour from marrakech to fes. After breakfast continue through the picturesque Dades Valley and stop to admire the towering rock walls of Todra Gorge—one of Morocco most dramatic canyons. You’ll then head toward the Sahara Desert passing through lush palm groves and Berber villages.
Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon and settle into a desert hotel at the edge of the dunes. Enjoy the calm atmosphere and get ready for your Sahara adventure the next day.
Included: Accommodation and breakfast and dinner
Day 3: Full Day in the Sahara – Nomad Visit – Gnaoua Music – Camel Ride & Luxury Camp
On the 3rd day of your 5 days desert tour from marrakech to fes. Start your day with an exciting 4×4 tour of the Merzouga region and we will visit a nomadic family and share tea while learning about their desert lifestyle. In Khamliya village enjoy a traditional performance of Gnaoua music and rooted in Sub Saharan African heritage. Later, visit Lake Srij a seasonal lake that attracts migratory birds like flamingos.
For lunch enjoy delicious Berber pizza at a local restaurant. In the late afternoon, start on a camel ride through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset before arriving at your luxury desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner and an evening of Berber drumming and storytelling around the campfire under a starry sky.
Included: Luxury desert camp and camel trek, breakfast and dinner
Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes
On the 4th day of your 5 days morocco tour from marrakech to fes. you have to Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes after breakfast and a quick shower return by camel or car 4×4 to meet your driver to Begin your scenic journey north through the beautiful Ziz Valley famous for its palm groves and date farms. Continue through the Tizi n’Tlghamt Pass and stop in Midelt for lunch.
Drive through the cedar forests near Azrou where you can see wild Barbary macaques and then reach Ifrane a clean, peaceful town often called the “Switzerland of Morocco.” By late afternoon or evening, arrive in Fes and check into your hotel.
Included: Accommodation and breakfast
Day 5: Full Day to Explore Fes – City Tour with Local Guide
On the last day of your 5 days morocco desert tour from marrakech to fes. after breakfast you will meet your local guide for a full day walking tour of Fes one of the oldest and most fascinating cities in the world. Visit iconic sites like the Royal Palace gates and the Jewish Mellah and Al-Qarawiyyin University the world’s oldest existing degree-granting institution.
Wander through the narrow alleys of the medina and visit colorful souks and traditional artisan workshops and see the famous Chouara Tannery. you will Enjoy lunch at a traditional Moroccan restaurant and end your tour with panoramic views from Borj Nord fortress. Overnight in your riad.
Included: Accommodation and breakfast, local guide
Why This 5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes?
This 5-day Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Fes offers the perfect balance of nature and culture and adventure. It is ideal for travelers who want to experience the real Morocco without rushing. You’ll explore ancient kasbahs and ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and sleep under the stars in a luxury Sahara camp. Along the way, meet Berber nomads you will enjoy live Gnaoua music and see the dramatic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and lush valleys and desert canyons.
This journey connects two of Morocco most iconic cities and Marrakech and Fes while taking you through the unforgettable heart of the Sahara. Whether it’s your first time in Morocco or you are returning for a deeper experience this tour captures the country magic in just fiv days tour from marrakech.
GALLERY
Included and Excluded of the tour
Included
- Pick up and drop off at your accommodation/airport.
- Accommodations for 3 nights in hotels/riads.
- 1 Night in a Luxury desert camp with dinner & breakfast included.
- 4 breakfasts
- 3 Dinners.
- Private transport with air-conditioning.
- Professional English-speaking Driver/tour guide.
- Berber music at a small Berber party.
- Camel ride per person.
- Toyota Landcruiser to explore nomad people.
- Flexibility to stop whenever and wherever you want.
- All hotel taxes
Excluded
- Drinks.
- Lunches.
- Entrance Fees to Monuments.
- Dinners.
- Flight
- Tickets
- tips
