8 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech Overview

5 Hours
Max Guests : 200
Wifi Available
Jan - July

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Leave your guidebooks at home and dive into the local cultures that make each destination so special. We’ll connect you with our exclusive experiences. Each trip is carefully crafted to let enjoy your vacation.

A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents.

Price Includes

Air fares
3 Nights Hotel Accomodation
On Trip Transport
2 Meals / day

Price Excludes

Driver Service Fee
Guide Service Fee
Room Service Fees

What to Expect

View the City Walls
Hiking in the forest
Discover the famous view point “The Lark”
Sunset on the cruise

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Fes

Welcome to Fes! Upon arrival at Fes Sais Airport, we’ll transfer you to your hotel or riad in the Medina. Depending on your arrival time, you might start exploring the historical Medina of Fes. The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay in the city.

Day 2 - Exploring Fes

Dedicate this day to exploring Fes, the intellectual and cultural heart of Morocco. Visit the famed Medersas (Koranic Schools) such as Chahrij, Bouinania Attarin, and the bustling souks. Discover the historical significance of Fes El-Jedid and the renowned Karaouine Mosque.

Day 3 - Fes to Merzouga Desert

Journey from Fes towards the Merzouga Desert, passing through Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Lunch in Zaida, and enjoy the landscapes of the Atlas Mountains before reaching the Sahara. Overnight in a desert camp in Merzouga, complete with a camel ride and Berber music.

Day 4 - Merzouga Desert Exploration

Immerse yourself in the desert landscape. Visit the Dayet Srij lake, the Khamlia village known for Gnawa music, and meet nomadic families. Witness a breathtaking sunset on a camel ride and spend another night in the desert camp.

Day 5 - Merzouga to Dades Valley

Catch the sunrise over the dunes before heading to Rissani. Visit the local market, then travel to Erfoud, known for its fossils. Journey through the Todra Gorges and walk amidst its towering cliffs. The day ends in the Dades Valley with dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 6 - Dades Valley to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou

Explore the Dades Valley, then visit the Rose Valley and Skoura’s palm groves. In Ouarzazate, explore the Taourit Kasbah. The highlight is the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Traverse the Tizi Ntichka pass to Marrakech for the night.

Day 7: Marrakech to Essaouira Day Trip

Travel to Essaouira, a charming coastal town with Portuguese influences. Explore its historic ramparts, enjoy the breezy climate, and savor fresh seafood. Experience the cultural vibrancy of the city before returning to Marrakech for the night.

Day 8: Departure from Marrakech

After breakfast, we’ll arrange your transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport, marking the end of your memorable journey through Morocco.