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8-Day Marrakech to Fes & Chefchaouen Desert Tour | Morocco
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8 Days • 7 Nights • Marrakech → Desert → Fes → Chefchaouen

8-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes & Chefchaouen via Merzouga Desert

Experience the ultimate Moroccan circuit on this 8-day journey from Marrakech to Fes and the blue city Chefchaouen. Cross the High Atlas, visit Ait Benhaddou, explore the Todra Gorges, and ride a camel in the Merzouga desert (2 nights in camp). Continue to Fes for a guided tour, then travel to the Rif Mountains to discover Chefchaouen's blue-washed streets. Book this comprehensive northern circuit today.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Marrakech → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley

Depart Marrakech at 8:00, cross Tizi n'Tichka pass. Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO). Continue to Ouarzazate for a short stop at Taourirt Kasbah. Drive through Skoura and Rose Valley to Dades. Overnight in Dades (dinner included).

Day 2 – Dades → Todra Gorge → Merzouga (Desert Camp)

Morning drive to Todra Gorge for a walk among the cliffs. Continue to Merzouga via Erfoud. Late afternoon camel trek into Erg Chebbi dunes, watch sunset. Overnight in luxury desert camp (dinner & breakfast).

Day 3 – Merzouga Desert Exploration

Sunrise over dunes. After breakfast, explore the desert: visit Khamlia village (Gnawa music), nomadic families, and the lake of Merzouga (seasonal). Optional 4x4 excursion. Second night in desert camp.

Day 4 – Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Midelt → Azrou → Fes

Morning camel ride back. Drive through the Ziz Valley gorges, stop in Midelt for lunch. Continue via the cedar forests of Azrou (see Barbary apes). Arrive in Fes in the evening. Overnight in Fes (dinner included).

Day 5 – Fes Guided City Tour

Full day exploring Fes medina: visit the Royal Palace gate, Jewish Quarter (Mellah), Attarine Madrasa, Bou Inania Madrasa, Chouara Tannery, and Quaraouiyine Mosque. Overnight in Fes.

Day 6 – Fes → Chefchaouen (Blue City)

Morning drive to Chefchaouen via the Rif Mountains. Arrive in the afternoon. Free time to explore the blue-washed medina, Plaza Uta el-Hammam, and the Kasbah. Overnight in Chefchaouen.

Day 7 – Chefchaouen Free Day / Optional Trek

Day at leisure to wander the blue streets, shop for local crafts, or hike in the nearby Talassemtane National Park. Overnight in Chefchaouen.

Day 8 – Chefchaouen → Fes Departure

Morning transfer to Fes (approx. 4 hours). Drop-off at Fes airport or your Fes accommodation. End of tour.

Experience Highlights

Ait Benhaddou
UNESCO kasbah
Todra Gorge
Towering canyon
Camel Trek
Sunset & sunrise
Luxury Camp
2 nights
Cedar Forest
Barbary apes
Fes Medina
Tanneries & souks
Chefchaouen
Blue city
Gnawa Music
Khamlia village

What's Included

Included

  • A/C vehicle (4x4/minivan) + fuel
  • 5 nights in hotels/riads (Dades, Fes, Chefchaouen)
  • 2 nights in luxury desert camp (private tents)
  • Breakfast & dinner (7 breakfasts, 7 dinners)
  • Camel trek (per person) & sandboarding
  • English-speaking driver/guide, mint tea at camp
  • Fes guided city tour (local guide)

Not Included

  • Lunches & drinks
  • Entrance fees (monuments in Fes)
  • Tips & personal expenses

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the tour start?

Pick-up from your Marrakech accommodation is at 8:00 AM. We'll confirm the exact time the day before.

Are meals included?

Breakfast and dinner are included (day 1 dinner to day 8 breakfast). Lunches are at your own expense (approx. 7-10€ per meal).

Is the desert camp luxury?

Yes, we provide luxury desert camps with private tents, comfortable beds, and en-suite bathroom facilities. Dinner and breakfast included, with music around the campfire.

Does the tour end in Fes?

Yes, after breakfast on day 8 we transfer you to Fes airport or your Fes accommodation. Perfect for catching a flight or continuing your journey.

How much time in Chefchaouen?

You'll have a full day and a half to explore the blue city, including an afternoon on day 6 and a full free day on day 7.

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