5 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech - Overview
Itinerary of 5 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Midelt
Your journey begins with a morning pick-up from Fes. Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains and stop in Ifrane, known for its alpine-style architecture and cool mountain climate.
Continue through the cedar forests near Azrou before driving along the scenic Ziz Valley with its impressive palm groves. Arrive in Midelt for dinner and overnight in a comfortable hotel.
Day 2: Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga
After breakfast, continue south through desert landscapes and traditional Berber villages. Stop in Erfoud, famous for its fossils and date markets.
Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and relax at your hotel near the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Day 3: Merzouga – Desert Exploration – Camel Trek – Sahara Camp
After breakfast, explore the Merzouga desert region and visit nomad families to learn about traditional desert life.
In the late afternoon, enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset before arriving at your Sahara desert camp. Enjoy dinner, Berber music, and a magical night under the stars.
Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes before breakfast. Depart toward Rissani, known for its traditional market.
Continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where you can walk between towering canyon walls. Travel onward to Dades Valley for dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Day 5: Dades Valley – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech
After breakfast, drive toward Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous fortified villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech in the evening, marking the end of your 5-day desert tour.
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Professional driver
- 3 hotel nights
- 1 night in Sahara desert camp
- Camel trekking experience
- Breakfasts and dinners
- Pick-up in Fes & drop-off in Marrakech
Why Choose This 5 Days Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech?
- Relaxed 5-day itinerary with more time to explore the Sahara Desert.
- Camel trekking experience across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
- Overnight stay in an authentic Sahara desert camp (standard or luxury).
- Visit Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, and Ait Ben Haddou.
- Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains.
- Private, comfortable transportation with professional driver.
- Pick-up in Fes and drop-off in Marrakech.
- Fully customizable tour according to your preferences.