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7-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour | Morocco
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7 Days • 6 Nights • Marrakech → Desert → Fes

7-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga Desert

Discover Morocco's diverse landscapes on this 7-day journey from Marrakech to Fes. Cross the High Atlas, visit the iconic Ait Benhaddou, explore the Todra Gorges, and experience the Sahara with a camel trek in Merzouga. Spend two nights in the desert, then travel via Midelt and the Middle Atlas to the imperial city of Fes, with a stop in Beni Mellal. Book this comprehensive desert adventure 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 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

Morning camel ride back. Drive through the Ziz Valley gorges, stop in Midelt for lunch and visit the local kasbah. Overnight in Midelt (dinner included).

Day 5 – Midelt → Azrou → Beni Mellal

Travel through the cedar forests of Azrou (see Barbary apes). Continue to Beni Mellal, visit the Ain Asserdoun spring and the Kasbah of Beni Mellal. Overnight in Beni Mellal (dinner included).

Day 6 – Beni Mellal → Fes

Morning drive to Fes via the Middle Atlas. Arrive in Fes in the early afternoon. Free time to explore the medina. Overnight in Fes.

Day 7 – Fes Guided City Tour & Departure

Full morning guided tour of Fes: visit the Royal Palace gate, Jewish Quarter (Mellah), Attarine Madrasa, Bou Inania Madrasa, and Chouara Tannery. Afternoon transfer to Fes airport or end of tour.

Experience Highlights

Ait Benhaddou
UNESCO kasbah
Todra Gorge
Towering canyon
Camel Trek
Sunset & sunrise
Desert Camp
2 nights
Cedar Forest
Barbary apes
Fes Medina
Tanneries & souks
Beni Mellal
Ain Asserdoun
Gnawa Music
Khamlia village

What's Included

Included

  • A/C vehicle (4x4/minivan) + fuel
  • 5 nights in hotels/guesthouses (Dades, Midelt, Beni Mellal, Fes)
  • 2 nights in desert camp (standard tents)
  • Breakfast & dinner (6 breakfasts, 6 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

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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 7 breakfast). Lunches are at your own expense (approx. 7-10€ per meal).

What is the desert camp like?

We provide standard desert camps with shared facilities, comfortable beds, and traditional tents. Dinner and breakfast are included, with music around the campfire.

Does the tour end in Fes?

Yes, after the guided tour on day 7 we transfer you to Fes airport or your Fes accommodation. Perfect for continuing your journey.

Will we see monkeys in Azrou?

Yes, the cedar forests near Azrou are home to Barbary apes. We'll make a stop where you can see them (weather permitting).

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