Overview:
Join us for an unforgettable 7 days tour from Fes, a travel experience in Morocco. This seven-day tour begins in Fes, the cultural heart of the country, and takes you on a slow and beautiful journey to the magical city of Marrakech. With more time at your disposal, you can truly relax and take in the amazing landscapes at a leisurely pace.
You will explore ancient city streets, breathe in the fresh mountain air of the Atlas Mountains, spend two nights in the heart of the Sahara Desert and wander through historic valleys. This tour is perfect for travellers seeking a complete and authentic Moroccan experience.
Quick Facts
Duration
7 Days / 6 Night
Departure
Daily from Marrakech
Languages
Difficulty
Easy · Family friendly
What you’ll experience
Top Highlights
01
Fes Medina Magic
Explore the oldest and largest historic medina in the world with a local guide.
02
Cedar Forest Encounter
Spot wild Barbary macaques in the cedar forests of Azrou.
03
Sunset Camel Trek
Ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset.
04
Sahara Starry Night
Sleep under the desert sky in a traditional luxury camp.
05
Authentic Berber Culture
Share moments with local nomad families and drink mint tea.
06
Todra Gorge Walk
Wander between the giant red cliffs of the highest canyon in Morocco.
Through the lens
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Day by day
Your Itinerary
Day 1
Fes City Sightseeing
Your tour begins in the heart of Fes. After breakfast at your hotel, a friendly local guide will meet you to begin a full day of exploring Morocco’s spiritual capital. Fes is home to the oldest working medina in the world: a vast network of narrow streets teeming with life, colour, and history. You will visit the famous leather tanneries, where workers still use natural dyes to colour animal skins in the same way as they did hundreds of years ago.
You will also see beautiful historic Islamic schools, incredible mosques, and bustling local markets. You will then enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch in a quiet riad hidden inside the old city. In the late afternoon, your guide will take you back to your hotel to relax for the rest of the evening.
Day 2
Fes ➔ Ifrane ➔ Azrou ➔ Midelt
We will leave Fes in the morning and drive south towards the beautiful Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stop is Ifrane, a clean, quiet town that resembles a small Swiss village. From there, we will drive into the deep cedar forests near Azrou. These forests are home to the wild Barbary macaque monkeys.
You can walk amongst the enormous trees and photograph the monkeys playing in the branches. After the forest, the road will take us higher up into the mountains. We will pass small Berber farming villages and large green valleys. We will arrive in the peaceful town of Midelt in the afternoon. This town is famous for its sweet apples. We will check into a nice local hotel where you can rest, enjoy a fresh dinner, and prepare for our desert journey tomorrow.
Day 3
Midelt ➔ Ziz Valley ➔ Erfoud ➔ Merzouga
Today, the landscape changes completely. After breakfast, we will drive over the High Atlas Mountains and slowly descend into the dry, warm desert region. En route, we will stop at the Ziz Valley. This massive green oasis is home to thousands of tall palm trees and lies within a deep, dry canyon. It is one of the most beautiful places in Morocco for taking photos.
We then drive through the fossil town of Erfoud until we reach the giant sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. A team of local desert guides will be waiting for us with their camels. You will then ride your camel over the golden sand dunes as the sun sets. Your destination is a luxury desert camp, where you can enjoy a sumptuous dinner, listen to traditional music and sleep under the stars in a comfortable private tent.
Day 4
Erg Chebbi Exploration ➔ Nomad Visit
You will wake up early and climb a high dune to watch the magical desert sunrise. After enjoying a warm shower and breakfast at the camp, you will meet your driver and set off in a robust four-wheel-drive vehicle to explore the depths of the Sahara for a full day. We will drive safely across the open sands to discover the desert’s hidden secrets.
Our first stop will be to visit a real nomadic family.
You will sit inside their traditional goat-hair tent, drink fresh mint tea and learn about their unique way of life. Later, we will visit the small village of Khamlia, where you can listen to spiritual Gnawa music performed by the local residents. During your time in the desert, you may also have the opportunity to experience the traditional Ahidous dance, which is performed in two straight lines, one for men and one for women. In the afternoon, we will check into a beautiful hotel right next to the dunes, where you can swim, relax and enjoy the desert’s silence.
Day 5
Merzouga ➔ Todra Gorge ➔ Dades Valley
We leave the Sahara behind us and drive towards the stunning Todra Gorge. This immense canyon is characterised by its perfectly straight red stone walls, which soar hundreds of metres into the sky. A clear mountain river flows gently at the bottom. You will have plenty of free time to walk alongside the river, breathe in the fresh air and take some incredible photos.
After enjoying a nice lunch near the canyon, we will continue our journey to the lush Dades Valley. The route takes us past some extraordinary rock formations that the locals call ‘monkey fingers’ because of their unique shape. We will arrive at our lovely hotel in the Dades Valley just in time for dinner, ready for a peaceful night’s sleep surrounded by nature.
Day 6
Dades Valley ➔ Roses Valley ➔ Ouarzazate
After a good night’s sleep, we set off on our drive along the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. We will travel through the beautiful Valley of the Roses, where local farmers cultivate millions of pink roses each spring. We will stop at a local shop to see how sweet-smelling rose water and beauty creams are produced naturally.
Continuing our drive, we will reach the city of Ouarzazate, often called the ‘Hollywood of Africa’. Here, you will visit the vast Atlas Film Studios, which have been used to film many famous movies and television shows. You will also see the impressive Taourirt Kasbah, located right in the centre of the city. We will then spend the night in a comfortable hotel in Ouarzazate to rest before our final day of travel.
Day 7
Ouarzazate ➔ Ait Ben Haddou ➔ Marrakech
On our last day, we drove a short distance outside Ouarzazate to visit the legendary Ait Ben Haddou kasbah. This vast, ancient, mud-brick village, which is protected by UNESCO, sits beautifully on the side of a hill. You will walk through its narrow, historic streets and climb to the very top to enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding river and valley. After enjoying a tasty local lunch, we will begin our spectacular drive over the High Atlas Mountains.
We will carefully make our way up the winding roads of the Tizi N’Tichka Pass, the country’s highest mountain road. You will enjoy incredible views of tiny stone villages perched on steep green cliffs. In the early evening, we will drive down the mountains and arrive in the vibrant city of Marrakech. We will drop you off safely at your hotel, bringing your incredible seven-day journey to a close.
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What's Included
- Included
- Pick up and drop off at your hotel or airport
- Private air conditioned comfortable vehicle
- Friendly English speaking professional driver and guideal guide for Fes city tour
- Local professional guide for Fes city tour
- Five nights in excellent local hotels with dinner and breakfast
- One night in a luxury Sahara desert camp under the stars
- Private sunset and sunrise camel rides in the sand dunes
- Traditional Berber drum music around the campfire
- Included
- Lunches throughout the trip
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for the driver and camp staff
- Travel & medical insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of clothes should I pack for this trip?
Morocco has different weather depending on the area. You should bring light and comfortable clothes for the day, and a warm jacket for the night becau,se the desert and the mountains can get quite cold after the sun goes down. Do not forget comfortable walking shoes.
Is the camel ride safe and easy for everyone?
Yes, the camel ride is peaceful and safe. The camels are calm and are led by an experienced local guide who will walk beside you throughout the journey. The journey to the camp takes about one hour, and you can always ask to stop and rest if you need to.
Are there places to buy water and snacks during the drive?
Absolutely. We make multiple stops every day at clean places where you can use the bathroom, buy fresh bottled water, drink coffee, and purchase snacks. Your driver will make sure you are always comfortable and have everything you need.
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