During this 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will explore southern Morocco, crossing the High Atlas Mountains and wandering the ancient streets of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah while marveling at the dramatic Dades and Todra Gorges. Additionally, enjoy camel rides in the Erg Chebbi dunes, spend a magical night under the stars in a desert camp, and meet local Berber nomads. This Marrakech to Fes desert tour promises unforgettable memories and cultural experiences.
A private 5-day Sahara adventure with Morocco Mystical Tours promises an amazing desert experience. This personalized journey includes the convenience of a private vehicle and an experienced driver/guide who will accompany you throughout the trip, sharing insights into Moroccan culture.
Our Morocco Desert Tour focuses on delivering an authentic desert experience. We provide a fully customizable itinerary tailored to your specific interests, needs, and budget. You also have the freedom to choose accommodations that align with your preferences.
Your 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes begins with a pickup from your Marrakech hotel. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’tichka pass, enjoying stunning mountain views. Next, visit the old Kasbah of Pasha Glaoui and stop for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, continue through the Ounila Valley with its charming Berber villages before exploring the famous Ait Ben Haddou kasbah. Finally, reach Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
Driving distance: 353 km
Driving time: 6 hr 30 min
Second day in our 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes, After breakfast at the hotel in Ouarzazate, we’ll set off for Skoura. There, we’ll explore the beautiful Kasbah of Amredil nestled in the palm groves along the “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Our journey will then lead us through the Valley of Roses, where we’ll encounter the possibility of visiting a nomadic family dwelling in caves. Next, we’ll venture into the rugged terrain, offering a chance to admire the stunning rock formations of the Dades Gorges.
Continuing onwards, we’ll make our way to Boumalne Dades, where we’ll take a break for lunch. In the afternoon, our travels will lead us to Tineghir and then to the Todra Gorges, where we’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the canyon. Finally, we’ll conclude our day with dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel.
Driving distance: 173 km
Driving time: 2 hr 30 min
This morning, you’ll wander through the palm plantations, enjoying the beautiful views of the Todra River. Then, we’ll drive to Tinjedad for lunch at a local spot. Along the way, we’ll pass by small villages like Touroug and El-Jarf before reaching Erfoud. There, you can check out a workshop where locals make fossils.
Afterwards, we’ll head to the amazing Erg Chebbi dunes, also known as the Merzouga Dunes. Once we arrive at the hotel, get ready for a camel ride that lasts about an hour and a half, just in time to catch the stunning sunset. You’ll ride to the campsite or a traditional nomad tent where you’ll spend the night. Dinner will be served, and you’ll experience the magic of sleeping under the stars in the middle of the dunes.
Driving distance: 173 km
Driving time: 3 hr
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.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast at your riad, we’ll embark on our journey to Fes. Along the way, we’ll make a stop to admire the panoramic view of the Ziz Valley. Lunch will be served either in Midelt or at a suitable spot on our route. Keep an eye out for Barbary apes in the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains. We’ll take a break in Ifrane before continuing our drive to Fes. Your 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes will conclude with drop-off at your riad in Fes.
Driving distance: 500 km
Driving time: 7 hours and 30 min
A 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes typically depends on the type of accommodation you choose and the number of people in your group. This price usually includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking guide. Note that prices may vary depending on the season during which you plan your trip. For more info, contact us via email or WhatsApp.
NOTE: This Marrakech desert trip to Fes is just a suggested itinerary. If this tour does not suit your preferences or schedule, you can check out our 5 days desert tour from Fes to Marrakech or contact us directly. We are experts at tailoring Morocco desert tours to match your interests, travel style, and schedule.
Tizi N’Tichka Pass, the highest mountain pass in Morocco, is located in the High Atlas Mountains. It connects Marrakech with southern Morocco.
The pass is about 2,260 meters (7,410 feet) above sea level, making it the highest pass in the country.
The road offers beautiful views of mountains, valleys, and Berber villages. It is a key route for travelers heading to the Sahara Desert during a Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Kasbah Telouet is an old fortress in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, about 100 kilometers from Marrakech. It was once home to the powerful Glaoui family, who controlled the area in the 1800s and early 1900s. The kasbah has beautiful traditional Moroccan buildings, with colorful tiles, courtyards, and carved wooden ceilings. After the Glaoui family lost power in the 1950s, the kasbah began to deteriorate.
The Ounila Valley is a beautiful area in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, located between the Telouet and Ait Benhaddou kasbahs.
The valley has amazing views of red mountains, palm trees, and green fields. It is famous for its old kasbahs, like Kasbah Telouet and Ait Benhaddou, which are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Once an important trade route, the valley is still home to Berber communities and remains a peaceful stop on a Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO World Heritage kasbah with ancient streets, featured in films like Gladiator. It is a must-see stop on your Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Atlas Studios is a large movie studio near Ouarzazate City, famous for its big outdoor film sets. It has been used to film many famous movies like Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Game of Thrones.
Atlas Studios, near Ouarzazate, is open to tourists who can explore the movie sets. It is often included in luxury Marrakech to Fes desert tours. Entry fee: 8 euros.
Kasbah Amredil is an old Berber village in southern Morocco, near the Skoura Oasis.
It was built in the 17th century and was once the home of a wealthy Berber family. Today, it’s open to visitors, who can explore its rooms and the old traditional things Berbers used before, especially during a desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
The Rose Valley is a beautiful valley area known for growing Damask roses. These roses are used to make rose water and perfumes.
The valley, located near Kelaat M’Gouna town and Boumalne Dades, is especially stunning in spring when the roses bloom. Every year, Kelaat M’Gouna hosts the Rose Festival to celebrate the harvest with music and dancing. The valley is a lovely place to visit, surrounded by mountains and fields of roses, and it is a common stop during a private Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Boumalne Dades is a small town located in the Dades Valley. It is famous for the nearby Dades Gorge, with its beautiful cliffs and rock formations.
The town is surrounded by mountains and green fields. Boumalne Dades is a popular stop on the 5-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour. The area is home to traditional Berber villages, where people still live in mudbrick houses.
The Todra Gorges are beautiful canyons in the High Atlas Mountains, near the town of Tinghir. The cliffs rise up to 300 meters high and create a narrow, stunning passage. The area is popular for hiking and rock climbing because of its amazing scenery.
The gorges are surrounded by green palm groves and are a great place for photos. It’s a popular spot for tourists exploring nature on a Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Erfoud is a town close to the Merzouga desert, Erg Chebbi. It is known as the “Gateway to the Desert” because many people start with a 4×4 to get to the desert and ride camels or spend the night at Sahara Desert camps.
The village is also famous for its fossils, including dinosaur bones, and is called the “Fossil Capital of Morocco.”
Erfoud is also known for its Date Festival, celebrating the local date harvest. The town is surrounded by beautiful desert landscapes and palm groves. It’s a great stop for those visiting the Sahara on a Marrakech to Fes tour via desert.
Erg Chebbi is a large area of sand dunes in Morocco, near the village of Merzouga. The dunes can reach up to 150 meters high and are famous for their beauty with their orange color. Many visitors go to Merzouga for camel rides into the desert and overnight stays in desert camps. This is one of the highlights on the third day of the 5-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
It’s a popular place for sunsets and sunrises and experiencing the Sahara Desert. The village of Merzouga has a traditional Berber culture and is a great starting point for a private Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
Khamlia is a small village near Merzouga. It is known for its Gnaoua music, a traditional style with African roots. The village is home to the Gnaoua people, who came a long time ago from Mali and Senegal to North Africa as slaves.
Khamlia is an enriching cultural stop during a Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
A nomadic family is a group of tribes who move from place to place in the Sahara Desert. They usually move to find food and water for their animals, like camels, goats, or sheep.
Nomadic families often live in tents or portable homes. In places like the Moroccan desert, many Berber and Bedouin families are nomads, moving between the desert and mountains. Today, some nomadic families have settled in towns, but many continue their traditional lifestyle. You can witness this way of life on a Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
The Cedar Forest is a forest in the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco, near Ifrane and Azrou. It is known for its tall cedar trees. The forest is home to monkeys and other animals.
People visit to walk, enjoy nature, and see the wildlife. The trees help protect the land from soil erosion. It is a peaceful place to visit and enjoy Morocco’s natural beauty during a desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
Ifrane is a small city in the Middle Atlas Mountains. It is known for its cool climate and beautiful, European-style buildings. Sometimes called “Little Switzerland,” Ifrane experiences snowy winters and offers skiing and other outdoor activities in its surrounding forests and mountains.
Ifrane is also home to Al Akhawayn University, an American-style university. It is a refreshing stop before reaching Fes on a Marrakech to Fes tour.
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