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6 Days Fez to Marrakech Desert Tour
A 6 Days Fez to Marrakech Desert Tour is one of the most popular routes in Morocco. It takes you from the imperial city of Fes, through the Middle Atlas Mountains, across the Sahara Desert, and over the High Atlas Mountains, ending in Marrakech. Along the way you experience Berber villages, dramatic gorges, palm valleys, and historic kasbahs.
6 Days / 5 Nights Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour – Trip Outline
Itineraries
Day 1
Fez - Chefchaouen the Blue City
After breakfast, we head to Chefchaouen, the Blue City, also known as Achaoun, which means horns in Berber. The city is located in the Rif Mountains, in northwest Morocco.
It is famous for its blue and white buildings and alleys. We will first
stroll through its charming old medina, which features many authentic blue doors and whitewashed walls.
Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you can take a hike to the Spanish Mosque, located on a hill, where you can admire the spectacular view of the entire Blue City. Finally, return to the hotel. Spend the night in the same riad. Accommodation with breakfast in the riad.
Day 2
Chefchaouen the Blue City - Fez - Ifrane - Cedar Forest - Boulajoul
After a warm breakfast in Chefchaouen, we head south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, famous for its low temperatures, snow, and Alpine-style houses—no wonder it's called the Switzerland of Morocco. We continue into the cedar forest, home to the Barbary macaques. Feel free to feed them as you stroll through the forest. Later, we continue to Boulajoul. Night at the hotel.
Day 3
Boulajoul - Midelt - Erfoud - Rissani - Merzouga Sahara:
After a warm breakfast, we head to Merzouga via the Tizi-n-Tilght Pass and along the Ziz Valley. We make stops for panoramic views. We continue to Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. We also visit the city of Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet.
Rissani remains an important commercial center in the region, with a large and lively souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. In the afternoon, we arrive in the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, where we change into camels
and cross the sandy desert.
We will stop at the top of a high dune to enjoy the sunset. Finally, we continue to the camp, which is a combination of traditional nomadic tents and the luxury of a hotel, where you can enjoy the music of Berber drums while dancing around the fire, under a vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Day 4
Merzouga Sahara - Rissani - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Valley of Dades
After breakfast, we continue towards Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. We then continue towards Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops.
Then, we pass through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, to reach the Todra Gorges. The Todra River has carved a large canyon through the mountains, creating a high canyon of red cliffs.
These gorges are an ideal place for rock climbers. Free time to walk through the gorges and appreciate the beauty of the landscape. Free time for lunch at a restaurant. Then, we continue towards the Dades Valley, through Boumalne Dades. We make inevitable stops at the "monkey fingers" rock formation, and at a mountaintop site overlooking the Dades Valley. Finally, dinner and hotel.
Day 5
Dades Valley - Valley of Roses - Skoura Palm Groves - Ouarzazate Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech:
After breakfast, we continue our journey to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Valley of the Roses. The Rose Festival is held every year in May, where locals offer their rose-based products, from perfumes, rose water, oil, to cosmetics. We then drive through the palm groves of Skoura and visit the Kasbah of Amredhyle, before arriving in Ouarzazate.
Then we head to the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kasbah has also appeared in many films, such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, etc., and in television series such as Game of Thrones. Then we continue to Marrakech, passing through the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass and the High Atlas Mountains.
We will make stops for lunch and to take photos at interesting locations. We will spend the night in a Riad in Marrakech.
Accommodation with breakfast in a Riad.
Day 6
Airport - Marrakech
On the last day of your 6 Days Fez to Marrakech Desert Tour, we'll transfer to the airport at the agreed-upon time to conclude our services. Have a good trip.
✔ Pick-up from your accommodation in Fes
✔ Private transportation in comfortable 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C
✔ Professional English/Spanish/French speaking driver-guide
✔ 5 nights accommodation (hotels/riads during the tour)
✔ 1 night in a Sahara desert camp in Merzouga
✔ Camel trek in the dunes of Erg Chebbi (sunset & sunrise)
✔ Daily breakfast
✔ 2 dinners (usually in the desert camp and Dades Valley hotel)
✔ Visit to Ait Benhaddou
✔ Visit to Todra Gorge
✔ Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
✘ Lunches and drinks
✘ Dinner in some cities (unless specified)
✘ Entrance fees to monuments or attractions
✘ Local guides at historical sites (optional)
✘ Tips for driver and guides
The tour starts in Fes and finishes in Marrakech. Pick-up is usually from your hotel, riad, or the nearest accessible point in the medina.
You will visit the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, where the famous golden dunes of Erg Chebbi are located.
Yes. The tour includes a camel trek at sunset and sunrise across the Erg Chebbi dunes. It usually lasts about 1–1.5 hours each way.
You will spend one night in a traditional Sahara desert camp with private tents, dinner, and Berber music under the stars.
Accommodation usually includes:
Riads or hotels during the tour
Desert camp in Merzouga
Comfort level can vary depending on whether you choose standard or luxury options.
Driving times vary each day. The longest day is usually 6–7 hours, with many stops for photos, sightseeing, and rest breaks along the route.
Yes. The tour is suitable for most travelers. If someone prefers not to ride a camel, a 4×4 transfer to the desert camp can usually be arranged.
Highlights include:
Camel trekking in the Sahara
Sunset and sunrise in Erg Chebbi dunes
Visiting Todra Gorge
Exploring Ait Benhaddou
Crossing the High Atlas Mountains
Yes. The itinerary can usually be customized depending on group size, accommodation preference, or additional stops along the route.