6 Day Trip Fes to Marrakech

On this 6-day trip from Fes to Marrakech, you’ll explore Morocco’s captivating southern region. Discover stunning landscapes, ancient Kasbahs, and traditional villages.

You’ll visit the Cinema Museum, famous for movies like Gladiator, and experience the rhythms of Khamlia’s people. The tour also includes a 4×4 adventure across Erg Chebbi, meeting nomads along the way.

Note: Morocco Tours Agency offers private trips with standard, luxury, or mixed options, all at competitive prices based on group size and accommodations.

Highlights of the 6 Day Trip 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
Hearty dinner and party around campfire (Berber Drums)
Merzouga explore tour & a visit to a nomad family
Visit Atlas Studio & Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
Visit the UNESCO world heritage of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains landscapes

6 DAYS DESERT TOUR FES TO MARRAKECH ITINERARY

Day 1Fes Sightseeing guided Tour with local guide

This 6-day trip from Fes to Marrakech via Merzouga Sahara begins with a guided sightseeing tour of Fes. We’ll pick you up from your hotel/riad in an air-conditioned vehicle with a bilingual guide.

The tour includes highlights such as the Andalusian Mosque, the tanneries, El-Attarine Madrasa, Quarraouine Mosque, Moulay Idriss, Nejjarine Museum, Royal Palace, and Bab Boujloud gate. After exploring the key landmarks, we’ll drop you back at your hotel/riad in Fes for the night.

Day 2Fes » Azrou (Cedar forest) » Midelt [205 km]

The next morning, after breakfast, we’ll depart from Fes to Midelt, passing through Ifrane, a Moroccan-style resort built by the French in the 1930s. We’ll stop in Azrou to visit the cedar forests and see the monkeys.

The journey will take us through beautiful forests, springs, and Berber villages. By the end of the day, we’ll arrive in Midelt and check into our hotel/riad for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3Midelt » Erfoud » Merzouga Sahara Desert [263 km]

After breakfast, we’ll continue our 6-day journey from Fes to Marrakech through Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes. Along the way, we’ll stop for photos and enjoy the scenery, including a large palm tree oasis.

Upon arriving in Merzouga, we’ll check into the hotel/riad for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4 Merzouga explore desert tour and Camel trek [45 km]

The following day, we’ll head to Khamlia village to experience Gnawa music, then explore abandoned mines, visit Berber nomads, and relax by a palm tree oasis.

After lunch and a break in Merzouga, we’ll embark on a camel trek through the sand dunes. The night will be spent at a desert camp with drum music, offering a perfect chance to capture the sunset and sunrise.

This journey into the Moroccan Sahara is an opportunity to discover its vast landscapes and secrets, with a night spent in traditional Berber tents.

Day 5 Merzouga » Ouarzazate [367 km]

Wake up early and walk through the sand dunes to watch the sunrise. Return to the hotel by camel for a shower, breakfast, and relaxation.

Then, head towards the gorges, stopping in Rissani to explore the historic site of Sijilmassa, once a major desert trading hub, and visit the fortified Kasbahs. Continue through the Ziz Valley and take a brief walk in Todra Gorge to admire the rivers and mountains.

Finally, arrive in Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay in a riad or traditional Kasbah.

Day 6Ouarzazate » Ait Benhaddou » High Atlas » Marrakech [196 km]

After breakfast, we’ll explore Ouarzazate, visiting the Taourirt Kasbah and Atlas Studios. Next, we head to the Fint Oasis, followed by a stop for lunch along the Tizi-n-Tichka road. We’ll arrive in Marrakech by late afternoon, concluding our 6-day journey from Fes through the Sahara Desert.

Departure & Return Location

Depart:

FEZ at around 8:30 am

Arrival :

MARRAKECH 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 5
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

6 Day Trip Fes to Marrakech

6 Day Trip Fes to Marrakech

Highlights of the 6 Day Trip Fes to Marrakech