Marrakech to Fes through the desert
7-day tour from Marrakech to Fes: southern kasbahs, the Sahara and the oldest medina in the country.
- Marrakech
- Aït Benhaddou
- Dades
- Merzouga
- Ifrane
- Fes
Perfect for: Seeing south and north · Couples · Curious travellers
On request – free, no-obligation quote
Highlights
- Aït Benhaddou and the Valley of Roses
- A night in the Merzouga dunes
- Ifrane cedar forest
- Guided Fes medina
Why choose this tour
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Two Moroccos in one
From the southern kasbahs and the Sahara to the medieval medina of Fes.
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No driving back
Start in Marrakech and finish in Fes: no road repeated.
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Fes with a guide
A day in Morocco's oldest medina with a city guide.
Day-by-day programme
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Day1
Marrakech: medina and Jemaa el-Fna
Guided visit of the medina, souks and Bahia Palace; Jemaa el-Fna in the evening.
Night: Marrakech
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Day2
Marrakech → Aït Benhaddou → Ouarzazate
Tizi n'Tichka pass and the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Benhaddou. About 4 h 30.
Night: Ouarzazate
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Day3
Ouarzazate → Skoura → Dades Gorges
Skoura palm grove, Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges. About 3 hours.
Night: Dades Gorges
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Day4
Todra Gorge → Merzouga
Todra Gorge, then the Erg Chebbi dunes and a camel ride at sunset. About 5 hours.
Night: Desert camp
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Day5
A day in Merzouga
4x4 around the dunes, Gnawa music in Khamlia, nomad family.
Night: Merzouga
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Day6
Merzouga → Midelt → Ifrane → Fes
Ziz Valley, Midelt and the Ifrane cedar forest with its monkeys. Long day, about 7 h 30.
Night: Fes
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Day7
Fes: guided medina visit
Al Quaraouiyine, the tanneries and Bou Inania madrasa. End of tour.
Driving times are approximate. The programme can be changed.
What is included
- Transport with driver for the whole tour (private or shared in the group)
- 6 nights in riads, hotels and a desert camp
- Sunset camel ride in Merzouga
- 4x4 ride around Erg Chebbi
- Guided visits of Marrakech and Fes
Not included
- International flights
- Tips and personal expenses
Meals and hotel level (standard, comfort or luxury) are agreed together in the quote.
When to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Ideal Good Very hot
January and February: low season, fewer tourists and often cheaper flights. Sunny days and cool nights in the desert: bring a warm jumper.
In high season (March–May and September–November) we recommend booking early.
Questions about this tour
Is the Merzouga → Fes day long?
Yes, about 7 h 30 with stops in Midelt and Ifrane. You reach Fes in the late afternoon.
Can I start in Fes and end in Marrakech?
Yes, the tour also works the other way round.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, we adapt breaks and activities. Tell us in your request.
Ask about this tour
Tell us your dates and how many you are: we reply with the programme and a quote.
- Local guides (Italian-speaking on request)
- Private or group: you choose
- A night in the Merzouga desert
- Quick reply with programme and quote