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Embark on a 5-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, exploring the Sahara Desert through the Atlas Mountains, valleys, and kasbahs. Experience camel trekking and spend nights camping in the desert, including two nights in Merzouga, one in Dades Valley, and one in Ouarzazate.
At Morocco Tours Agency, we provide private standard, luxury, or mixed accommodations at competitive prices, depending on the number of travelers.
Highlights of 5 Days Desert Tour Fes to Marrakech
Stop at Azrou cedar forest and see Barbary Apes
Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
Experience Camel ride in Merzouga Sahara
Watch Sunset over the sand dunes
Do Sand Boarding activity
Hearty dinner and party around campfire (Berber Drums)
Hearty dinner and party around campfire (Berber Drums)
Overnight Camping at Merzouga Desert Camp
Merzouga explore tour & a visit to a nomad family
Visit Atlas Studio & Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
Your 5-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech begins with a pickup from your riad or hotel around 8:30 AM. You’ll embark on an 8-hour journey through the Atlas Mountains to reach the Sahara Desert, home to the Erg Chebbi sand dunes.
Along the way, you’ll make several stops, including the alpine town of Ifrane, Azrou cedar forest to see monkeys, and Midelt for lunch. Enjoy the stunning views of Ziz Valley with its palm trees before continuing to Erg Chebbi.
As you venture deeper into the desert, the dunes will appear unexpectedly. You’ll enjoy dinner and spend the first night in a hotel with a pool at the base of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Day 2Explore Merzouga area & Night at Hotel/Riad [45 km]
Today, we’ll explore the stunning Erg Chebbi desert dunes. You’ll experience the nomadic lifestyle and the desert’s striking contrasts.
Next, we’ll visit the “black village” of Khamlia to enjoy live Gnawa music, followed by a traditional Berber pizza for lunch in Rissani, the ancient capital. In the afternoon, we’ll ride camels to watch the sunset over the dunes and spend the night at a desert camp.
Our evening will feature a traditional tagine dinner, refreshing mint tea, Berber music, and stargazing under the rising moon in the breathtaking Sahara.
We’ll rise early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over Morocco’s tallest sand dunes, casting beautiful colors and shadows before heading back to our desert hotel.
After breakfast, we’ll travel to Tinghir and explore the impressive Todra Gorge, known for its height and narrowness. It’s a fantastic location for hiking, relaxing by the river, and trying local Berber cuisine.
We’ll have lunch in the gorge before driving through Dades Valley, where we’ll spend the night at a charming hotel perched on a mountain.
Day 4Todra Gorge » Ait Ben Haddou » Ouarzazate [168 km]
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs, lined with impressive kasbahs, some restored and others in ruins.
We travel through Dades Valley and ascend via an off-road trail, passing Berber villages and nomads living in caves. We’ll have the opportunity to visit a local family and observe their daily life, primarily focused on tending to goats and sheep.
Next, we’ll admire the stunning landscapes of the Rose Valley before arriving at the Skoura palm grove. After a 45km drive, we’ll reach Ouarzazate for dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 5Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Haddou » High Atlas » Marrakech [196 km]
After breakfast, we’ll explore Taourirt Kasbah, then head to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, we’ll visit the traditional Berber village of Telouet and Kasbah el Glaoui.
Lunch will be at a local restaurant in Telouet before we descend Tizi-n-Tichka to Marrakech, concluding our 5-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech via the Merzouga Sahara.
Departure & Return Location
Depart:
Fes at around 8:30 am
Final destination:
Marrakech at around 8:00 pm
Price Includes
Pick-up & drop off at/from your accommodation
Transport by private modern vehicle with A/C
Experienced English speaking Driver/Guide
Car Fuel
Camel Trekking (Camel per person)
Sunset camel ride
Overnight at the Desert Camp (At your preferred tent type)
(Breakfast & Dinner) x 4
4x4 transfer from and to the camp (Alternative to Camels)
Price Excludes
Drinks
Lunches
Tipping (Optional)
Entrance to monuments (Optional)
FAQ
Is this a private tour or with a group?
Yes, it’s a shared tour. You will travel with a small group from around the world.
What should I pack for the tour?
Comfortable clothing and footwear, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera are recommended.
Are bathrooms private in the second night hotel?
Yes, they are. Your hotel room will have private ensuite bathrooms.
How long id the camel ride in Erg Chebbi?
It is roughly 1 hour for sunset and another hour for sunrise the following day. Time depends on season, Day light saving time, and sunset/sunrise time.
What if we want to skip the camel ride in Erg Chebbi?
You can. a 4×4 will be offered to transfer you from Merzouga lodge to Erg Chebbi desert camp for an extra fee of 30 Euros ( Included in luxury tent option )
Is sand boarding is included?
There will be a few sand boards available at the camp operator’s lodge to use at leisure ( Availability not guaranteed ). You can ask for one to take to the camp with you. They are free of charge
When you book with an account, you will be able to track your payment status, track the confirmation and you can also rate the tour after you finished the tour.
