5 Days Tour from Fes
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5 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech | Private Morocco Tour
Description Discover the magic of Morocco on a 5-day private desert tour from Fes to Marrakech. Travel through the breathtaking Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains, visit ancient kasbahs, and experience a camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes. Sleep under the stars in a luxury desert camp, explore Berber villages, and witness the beauty of the Todra and Dades Gorges. Enjoy an extra day to fully immerse yourself in the desert experience.
5 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech Overview
This private Fes to Marrakech desert tour takes you on an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes. Visit the charming town of Ifrane, see the cedar forests of Azrou, cross the vast Ziz Valley, and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Sahara Desert experience in Merzouga. Explore the Todgha Gorges, the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, and cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to reach Marrakech. The extra day allows for deeper exploration of the desert and Berber culture.
Desert Tour Highlights: 5 Days from Fes to Marrakech
- Drive through the stunning Middle & High Atlas Mountains
- Visit Ifrane, the “Switzerland of Morocco”
- See the Barbary macaques in the cedar forests of Azrou
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ziz Valley & palm groves
- Experience a camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Spend an extra day exploring the Merzouga desert
- Sleep in a luxury desert camp under the stars
- Explore the spectacular Todra & Dades Gorges
- Discover the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site)
- Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Marrakech
Fes to Marrakech 5 Days Desert Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
begins with an early morning departure from Fes. Travel through the stunning Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” due to its alpine-style architecture.
🚗 Drive through: Ifrane & Azrou cedar forest (see Barbary macaques)
📸 Scenic stops: Ziz Valley & panoramic viewpoints
🐪 Experience: Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
🌅 Highlight: Sunset over the Sahara
🏕 Overnight: Luxury desert camp in Merzouga 🍽 Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Spend a full day exploring the Merzouga region, discovering nomadic lifestyles, and visiting the Khamlia village to enjoy Gnawa music.
🏜 Explore: Desert nomadic lifestyle & Khamlia village
🎵 Experience: Traditional Gnawa music performance
🌅 Highlight: Sunset over the dunes
🏨 Overnight: Desert hotel in Merzouga 🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Wake up early to witness the breathtaking Sahara sunrise before riding your camel back to Merzouga. After breakfast, explore the nearby Rissani market, a traditional Moroccan souk.
🏡 Visit: Rissani market & traditional Berber villages
🏞 Explore: Todra Gorges – a canyon with 300m-high cliffs
🌅 Scenic drive: Dades Valley – the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs”
🏨 Overnight: Charming hotel in Dades Valley 🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou
After breakfast, travel through the Rose Valley, famous for its Damascus roses and rosewater production. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa.”
🏡 Visit: Kasbah Amridil & Skoura palm groves
🎬 Highlight: Ouarzazate & Atlas Film Studios (optional)
🕌 Explore: Aït Benhaddou Kasbah – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
🏨 Overnight: Traditional kasbah-style hotel in Aït Benhaddou 🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Aït Benhaddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
After breakfast, explore the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a location used in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
🎥 Visit: Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate (optional)
🚗 Drive through: High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
🏙 End of Tour: Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech 🍽 Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included?
- Private transport in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus
- Professional English/Italian/Spanish-speaking driver
- 2 nights in comfortable hotels/riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp
- 1 night in a desert hotel in Merzouga
- Camel trekking in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Breakfast & dinner daily
What’s Not Included?
- Lunches & drinks
- Entrance fees to historical sites
- Personal expenses & tips
Why Choose Us?
✅ Private & customizable tour – Travel at your own pace
🏜 Authentic desert experience – Luxury camp & camel trekking
🎯 Expert local guides – Knowledgeable & friendly team
🌍 No hidden costs – Transparent pricing
Book Your 5 Days Desert Tour from Fes Now!
Ready for an unforgettable Fes to Marrakech Sahara adventure? Contact us today to book your private desert tour and experience the magic of Morocco.
- Note: At Explore Morocco Holidays, if the tours we offer do not fit your requirements, please contact us, and we will adapt a tour to your unique needs.
Merzouga Dunes Picture!
