6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Fes
6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes through Merzouga. ride a camel and night in luxury desert camp, with a Morocco tour.
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Overview Of The 6 Days Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour
Experience one of the best Morocco desert tours with this unforgettable 6 days tour from Marrakech to Fes. This amazing journey takes you across the beautiful High Atlas Mountains, old kasbahs, green valleys, palm groves, and the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert.
During this Morocco itinerary, you will discover the real beauty of the country while traveling through famous places like Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorges, Merzouga Desert, Midelt, Ifrane, and finally the imperial city of Fes.This 6 days Morocco desert tour is perfect for travelers who want to enjoy culture, adventure, landscapes, and local life in one trip.
You will ride camels in the Sahara Desert, watch magical sunsets and sunrises over the dunes, sleep in a luxury desert camp, meet Berber families, and enjoy traditional Moroccan food. The tour is made with comfortable driving distances so you can enjoy every place without feeling rushed. It is one of the most popular Morocco tours for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups.
Highlights Of The 6 Days Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour
Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains and enjoy panoramic views from the famous Tizi N’Tichka Pass. The road is full of beautiful Berber villages and mountain landscapes perfect for photos.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most famous kasbahs in Morocco where many international movies and series were filmed like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Discover Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Morocco, and explore its movie studios and ancient kasbahs surrounded by desert scenery.
Explore the stunning Dades Valley with its strange rock formations, green oasis, and traditional mud villages hidden between the mountains.
Walk inside the impressive Todra Gorge where huge canyon walls rise high above the river creating one of the most beautiful natural places in Morocco.
Enjoy a camel trekking experience through the golden dunes of Merzouga Desert and watch a magical sunset in the Sahara Desert.
Spend a memorable night in a luxury desert camp with traditional Berber music, local food, campfire, and a sky full of stars far from city lights.
Visit Khamlia village and listen to traditional Gnawa music played by local people originally from Sub-Saharan Africa.
Explore Rissani, an old trading town famous for its traditional souk and authentic local atmosphere.
Drive through the beautiful Ziz Valley filled with thousands of palm trees and old villages along the road to northern Morocco.
Stop in Ifrane, often called the Switzerland of Morocco because of its clean streets, green parks, and European-style buildings.
Visit the cedar forest near Azrou where you may see Barbary macaque monkeys living in the trees.
End your Morocco desert trip in Fes, one of the oldest imperial cities in Morocco with a rich history and traditional medina.
What Is Included In This 6 Days Marrakech To Fes Desert Tour
Pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech
Private comfortable vehicle with air conditioning
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Fuel and transportation during the tour
4 nights accommodation in hotels or riads
1 night in luxury desert camp
Camel trekking experience in Merzouga Desert
Sandboarding in the desert
Breakfasts
Free stops for photos and panoramic views
Local guide in Fes Medina
Drop off at your accommodation in Fes
Beverages.
Lunches and drinks
Tips for driver and guides
Optional activities like quad biking
Entrance Fees.
6 Days Morocco Desert Tour Itinerary From Marrakech To Fes
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
Your 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes starts in the morning with pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. We begin driving through the beautiful High Atlas Mountains and cross the famous Tizi N’Tichka Pass, one of the highest roads in Morocco. Along the way, there will be many stops for pictures and to enjoy the fresh mountain air and small Berber villages built on the hills.
Later, we arrive at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of the most famous places in Morocco. You will have time to walk inside the old village and discover its narrow streets and traditional mud houses. After lunch, we continue to Ouarzazate and then travel through the Valley of Roses and Skoura oasis before reaching Dades Valley where you spend the night in a beautiful riad or hotel surrounded by mountains.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, we continue the journey toward the Sahara Desert. Today you will travel through many Berber villages and beautiful desert landscapes. Our first important stop is Todra Gorge, a spectacular canyon with very high cliffs and a small river flowing through it. You can walk inside the gorge and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
After lunch, we continue through Erfoud, famous for fossils and date production, before arriving in Merzouga Desert. Here your camel trekking adventure begins. You will ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi while watching one of the most beautiful sunsets in Morocco. At the desert camp, you will enjoy dinner, traditional music around the fire, and a magical night under the stars.
Day 3: Explore Merzouga Desert And Nomad Life
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes, a very special moment that many travelers never forget. After breakfast, we explore the Merzouga region by 4×4 vehicle. You will visit nomadic families living in the desert and learn about their simple lifestyle and traditions.
Later, we visit Khamlia village where local musicians play traditional Gnawa music.
You can also explore nearby desert areas, old mines, and small oasis villages. In the afternoon, you have free time to relax or try optional activities like quad biking or sandboarding. Overnight stay in a hotel near the dunes.
Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz Valley – Midelt
Today we leave the Sahara Desert and travel north toward Midelt. We first stop in Rissani, an old desert town known for its traditional market and authentic atmosphere. Then we continue through the beautiful Ziz Valley with amazing panoramic views of palm groves and old kasbahs.
After lunch, we drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and small Berber villages before arriving in Midelt, a peaceful town surrounded by mountains. Overnight stay in a comfortable hotel.
Day 5: Midelt – Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes
After breakfast, we continue our Morocco tour toward Fes. Along the road, we stop at the cedar forest near Azrou where you may see Barbary monkeys in the trees. It is a nice place for photos and short walks.
Later, we visit Ifrane, one of the cleanest and most beautiful cities in Morocco. Because of its European architecture and cool weather, many people call it the Switzerland of Morocco. After some free time and lunch, we continue driving to Fes where you spend the night in a traditional riad.
Day 6: Guided Tour Of Fes Medina
On the last day of your 6 days Morocco tour, you will explore the cultural and spiritual capital of Morocco with a local guide. Fes Medina is one of the oldest medinas in the world and full of narrow streets, traditional markets, historical schools, mosques, and artisan workshops.
You will visit important places like the Royal Palace gates, Al Quaraouiyine University, the famous tanneries, and local souks. After the city tour, your 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes comes to an end.
Later, we visit Khamlia village where local musicians play traditional Gnawa music.
You can also explore nearby desert areas, old mines, and small oasis villages. In the afternoon, you have free time to relax or try optional activities like quad biking or sandboarding. Overnight stay in a hotel near the dunes.
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FAQs About The 6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Fes
Is 6 Days Enough For A Morocco Desert Tour From Marrakech To Fes?
Yes, 6 days is a very good amount of time for this Morocco desert tour. It allows travelers to explore the Atlas Mountains, kasbahs, valleys, Sahara Desert, and Fes without rushing too much. You will have enough time to enjoy the landscapes and local culture comfortably.
Is The Camel Ride Included In The Tour?
Yes, the camel trekking experience in Merzouga Desert is included in the tour price. You will ride camels during sunset to reach the desert camp in the dunes.
Can I Skip The Camel Ride?
Yes, travelers who do not want to ride camels can usually go to the desert camp by 4x4 vehicle instead. Most Morocco tour companies can arrange this if requested before the tour.
What Should I Pack For The Sahara Desert?
You should bring comfortable clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small backpack, walking shoes, and a jacket because nights in the desert can become cold, especially in winter months.
Is The Desert Camp Luxury Or Standard?
This tour can include either a standard camp or a luxury desert camp depending on your choice. Luxury camps usually have private bathrooms, comfortable beds, and bigger tents.
How Long Is The Drive From Marrakech To Merzouga?
The drive from Marrakech to Merzouga is long but very scenic. During the tour, the journey is divided into different days with many interesting stops, so travelers can enjoy the landscapes and attractions along the road.
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