8 DAYS MOROCCO TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH

8 DAYS MOROCCO TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKECH, visiting the prestigious cities of Marrakech and Fez, as well as crossing the vast Sahara Desert.

Embark on an 8-day tour from Fez through the Moroccan desert. Experience the thrill of riding a camel through Erg Chebbi and enjoy the unique accommodation of a Berber camp in the Sahara Desert.

Admire breathtaking views and visit famous sites such as the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and the famous film sets of Ouarzazate.

Explore the Dades Valley for its stunning rock formations, then head to the Todra Gorges for its spectacular cliffs. Explore the dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, ride a camel and stay in a traditional desert tent under the stars.

Before returning to Ouarzazate, admire a magnificent sunrise over the dunes. Explore local life in the Rissani market. Discover Ouarzazate’s cinematic heritage at the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.

Conclude your trip with a guided tour of Marrakech, exploring its bright souks, medieval palaces and bustling squares. Your tent in the Sahara desert, in the middle of nowhere, will conclude your beautiful 8 days in Morocco from Fez.

Day 1: Welcome to Fes: Airport Transfer

Upon arrival, our driver/guide will greet you at the airport. You’ll then be transported to your hotel to enjoy a complimentary program for the remainder of the day as part of the 8-day tour in Morocco from Fes.

Day 2: Guided Tour of Fes

Starting from your accommodation in Fes, the 8-day tour begins with visits to the city’s main attractions, led by an expert local guide. The journey kicks off at the Royal Palace gate before venturing into the beautifully preserved medieval city, the Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll enter through the Blue Gate or Bab Boujloud.

Inside the Medina, you’ll discover the Nejjarine Fountain, the Tanneries, and the Bouanania Madrasa, and visit the world’s oldest university located in Quaraouin, next to the mosque. The tour continues to the Jewish quarter, “the Mellah.”

Post-lunch, a scenic walk will lead you to a medieval fortification overlooking Fes and the Medina. Afterwards, return to your Riad.

Day 3: Fes – Midelt – Merzouga

After breakfast, meet your driver-guide for the tour. The drive will take you through the Saiss plains to Ifrane, known for its contemporary architecture and as a winter vacation spot. Continuing through the cedar forests, we’ll reach Azrou, a Berber settlement in the Middle Atlas mountains. You’ll have the chance to observe and photograph Barbary monkeys.

Stopping at Midelt for lunch, the journey proceeds to the Ziz Valley, recognized for its date palms and Kasbah cities. The landscape will shift dramatically as you near the desert. By late afternoon, settle into a resort at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga.

Day 4: Desert – Visit to Nomads – Camel Trek – Night in Desert Camp

Following breakfast, head to the village of Khamlia to experience authentic gnawa rhythms. The exploration continues off-road to the dunes, where a stop for tea with nomads in traditional Berber tents awaits. This immersive experience includes a lunch of Berber pizza. The late afternoon features a memorable camel trek into the heart of the dunes to witness the sunset.

At the camp, mint tea and a comfortable tent with bathroom and shower await you. Enjoy a musical performance by the group around the fire, enhancing the desert night charm as you dine.

Day 5: Merzouga – Alnif – Nkob – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate

Rise early to catch the magnificent sunrise over the dunes, a sight not to be missed. After breakfast, a camel ride back to Merzouga will lead to meeting your driver and heading to Ouarzazate. The bustling traditional market in Rissani, held on Sundays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays, offers a lively display of colors, fragrances, and sounds.

Next, travel to Alnif before following the picturesque route through the Draa Valley to Ouarzazate, where you will spend the night.

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Skoura Palms – Kasbah Amridil – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

The day starts with exploring Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” home to the famous Atlas Studios and the historic Taourirt Kasbah. Continuing to the enchanting Ait Ben Haddou, explore the ancient Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Bid farewell to this captivating fortress and return to the vibrant city of Marrakech, passing through the majestic High Atlas mountains. A stop at the intriguing Telouet Kasbah precedes your transfer to your accommodation in Marrakech.

Day 7: Guided Tour in Marrakech with Local Guide

Embark on a tour to discover the mysteries of the medina of Marrakech, led by a professional local guide. The tour includes visits to Bab Er Robb, the Saadian monuments, El Badi Palace, Ali Ben Youssef Madrasa, Koutoubia Mosque, and the famous Jamaa El Fna square.

The Medina also houses attractions like the Majorelle Gardens. Spend the night in a Riad near Jamaa El Fna square.

Day 8: Transfer to Marrakech Airport

Depending on your flight time, you might explore the red city after breakfast. Later, transfer to the airport concludes the 8-day desert tour from Fes.