5 Days desert tour Fes to Marrakech

First days of our 5 days desert tour Fes to Marrakech, takes us southward through Imouzzer. Our first stop is Ifrane, renowned for its chilly climate, snowy landscapes, and charming alpine-style architecture. It’s often dubbed the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and you’ll see why.

Continuing our journey, we venture into the cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques. You’ll have the chance to interact with these playful creatures as you explore the forest.

Next, we’ll make our way to Midelt, where you’ll have some free time for lunch. Then, we’ll traverse the scenic Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes, and journey along the Ziz valley, pausing for panoramic photo opportunities.

In the afternoon, we arrive at the majestic Sahara desert of Merzouga. Here, you’ll switch to camels for a memorable trek across the sandy dunes. As the sun begins its descent, we’ll pause atop a high dune of Erg Chebbi to witness the mesmerizing sunset.

Finally, we’ll reach our camp, a unique blend of traditional nomadic tents and luxurious amenities. Spend the evening immersing yourself in the enchanting ambiance, with Berber drums music, lively dancing around the campfire, and a sky illuminated by countless stars. Rest well in your comfortable accommodation, surrounded by the tranquility of the Merzouga desert.

Overnight stay at luxury desert camp with dinner and breakfast.

Driving distance: 462

Driving time: 7 hr 10 min km

Wake up early to catch the beautiful sunrise from the closest dune. After a tasty breakfast at the camp, we’ll begin our adventure in the Merzouga desert. Our trusty 4×4 SUV will take us to meet the Berber Nomads living behind the dunes. Learn about their lifestyle and culture as they survive in this remote area. We’ll also visit the deserted village of Miffis, enjoy Gnawa music in Khamlia village, and maybe see the Lake of Birds if it’s full.

After lunch, we’ll head to your Riad for check-in and some free time. Take a swim or stroll to the nearby dunes. Dinner will be served in the evening, and you’ll spend the night at your Riad. You can also choose to stay another night at the desert camp if you’d like.

Overnight stay at Hotel or Camp dinner and breakfast included.

Witness the sunrise in the Erg Chebbi desert before departing with your vehicle and driver. If you wish, participating in the quad biking activity early in the morning could be a great option.

From the Merzouga desert, we will head to Rissani, a town where the majority of the ancient nomads reside and an important center for its weekly market. We will take a stroll through its souk before continuing our journey through Morocco to explore the eastern side of the High Atlas Mountains, where the impressive Todra Gorges are located. These gorges are the highest in all of Morocco, with walls reaching up to 300 meters in height.

We will also discover the extraordinary palm grove of Tinghir and travel through the Dadès Valley to the nearby village of Aït Larbi, where there are rock formations known as the ‘monkey fingers,’ offering travelers a landscape of spectacular beauty.

Overnight in the Dades Valley at Hotel with  dinner and breakfast.

Driving distance: 275 km

Driving time:  4 hr

After having breakfast in the hotel, we’ll drive through The Dades Valley which is a fascinating part of the famous Road of a thousand Kasbahs. We’ll stop at Kalaa-Mgouna, “the rose city” that is a famous with its annual festival of roses, to purchase the rosewater, and a lot of cosmetics local products.

Continuing on to Skoura and the bird’s valley where the main features are the mud brick Kasbahs especially the Kasbah of Ameridil, a well-preserved Kasbah in this area. After some hiking in the valley, you will have lunch is in a restaurant overlooking the whole valley. The tour continues to Ouarzazate, “the Hollywood of Africa”, whose geography and beautiful landscapes has attracted many world movie producers. Here you may choose to visit the studios, containing props used in movies, you may have already seen, such as The Mummy, Gladiator.

You’ll get the chance to see the Kasbah of Taourirt a Hollywood backdrop (Sheltering Sky, Gladiator, and Prince of Persia) .

Overnight stay at our Riad with dinner and breakfast.

 Driving distance: 140 km

Driving time: 2 hr 8 min 

After breakfast, we’ll explore the UNESCO-protected Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of the most captivating Kasbahs in the region, offering stunning views of the surrounding palms. Our journey continues to Marrakech via the scenic Tizin’Tichka Pass. En route, we’ll pause to discover the town of Telouet and its ancient 17th-century Kasbah, immersing ourselves in its rich history. As we traverse the Tizin’Tichka road, we’ll be treated to breathtaking landscapes dotted with Berber villages. In the afternoon, upon arrival in Marrakech, Drop of at your Accommodationa or at Airport in Marrakech. End our 5 days desert tour fes to Marrakech via Merzouga.

Driving distance: 193 km

Driving time: 3 hr 19 min