5 Days tour from Fes to Marrakech

10 Days Trip from Marrakech
5 days tour from fes

Overview

Experience the best of southern Morocco on this 5 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech, combining the Sahara Desert, breathtaking landscapes, authentic Berber culture, and Morocco’s historic treasures. Begin your journey from Fes and travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains and Ziz Valley before reaching the golden dunes of Merzouga, where you will enjoy a camel ride and spend a memorable night in a traditional desert camp.

Take time to discover the wonders of Merzouga, including the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes, the village of Khamlia, famous for its Gnaoua music, and the unique lifestyle of local nomadic communities. Continue through the impressive Todra Gorge and the scenic Dades Valley before heading to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” and visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou.

Your journey concludes with a spectacular drive across the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech.

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Itinerary

 Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

Start tour 5 days tour from Fes in the morning and begin your journey toward the Sahara Desert. Travel through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, with a stop in Ifrane, known for its European-style architecture and cedar forests. Continue through Midelt, famous for its apples, before crossing the spectacular Ziz Valley and its panoramic landscapes. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and enjoy a camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset over the Sahara before spending the night in a traditional desert camp.

Day 2: Merzouga Sightseeing & Sahara Experience

After breakfast, explore the surroundings of Merzouga and discover the unique culture and landscapes of the Sahara. Visit Khamlia village, famous for its traditional Gnaoua music, and enjoy a cultural performance. Continue to meet local nomadic families and learn about their traditional desert lifestyle. You can also visit the seasonal lake of Merzouga and explore the fossil-rich areas around the dunes. Return to the hotel or desert camp for another relaxing night in the Sahara.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

After breakfast, leave Merzouga and travel toward Rissani, one of the oldest trading towns in southeastern Morocco. Explore its traditional souk and, if available, taste the famous Medfouna (Berber pizza). Continue through the spectacular landscapes of the Todra Valley until reaching Todra Gorge, famous for its dramatic limestone cliffs. Enjoy a walk through the gorge before continuing to the Dades Valley, where you will spend the night.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou

After breakfast, continue toward Ouarzazate through the beautiful landscapes of the Valley of Roses and Skoura palm grove. Visit the famous Amridil Kasbah, one of Morocco’s most impressive historic kasbahs. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” and visit its famous film studios. In the afternoon, explore Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most iconic fortified villages. Spend the night in the area.

Day 5: Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

After breakfast, depart toward Marrakech and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Enjoy panoramic views of the mountain valleys and traditional Berber villages along the way. Continue through the scenic mountain landscapes before arriving in Marrakech in the afternoon, where your 5 days tour from Fes to Marrakech comes to an end.

Includ

  • Hotels & accommodation
  • Air-conditioned 4×4/minibus vehicle with a multilingual driver
  • Camel ride and desert camps
  • Fuel & parking
  • Pick up and drop off from Airport/Hotel/Riad
  • 2 dinners in the desert
  • Breakfasts

Exclud

  • Flight tickets & visa
  • Lunches
  • Entrance tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips to guide and driver

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