Discover the best of Morocco on this unforgettable 7-day journey from Marrakech to Fes. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Ben Haddou, explore dramatic gorges and lush valleys, and experience the magic of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, spend a night under the stars in a traditional desert camp, and end your adventure by exploring the cultural treasures of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and intellectual capital.

7 Days from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) & Fes

Start:

Marrakech

Duration:

7 Days/6 Night

Accommodation:

Various Options

Tour Style:

Private

Language:

English / Spanish

End:

Fes

Overview

Discover the best of Morocco on this unforgettable 7-day journey from Marrakech to Fes. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Ben Haddou, explore dramatic gorges and lush valleys, and experience the magic of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, spend a night under the stars in a traditional desert camp, and end your adventure by exploring the cultural treasures of Fes, Morocco's spiritual and intellectual capital.

Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech.

Welcome to Marrakech, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your traditional riad.

The rest of the day is free to explore the city at your own pace. Wander through the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, where storytellers, musicians, snake charmers, and food vendors create an unforgettable atmosphere. Visit the Medina, the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), or explore the modern districts of Gueliz, Hivernage, and the Palmeraie.

Overnight: Traditional riad in Marrakech.

The guide will be waiting for you in the external area of the Airport with the (marrakechexcursionsdesert)

The journey from the airport to the hotel takes about 25min. Remember that the hotel offers currency exchange for your convenience.

marrakech airport

After breakfast, depart Marrakech and travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

Enjoy breathtaking scenery and traditional Berber villages before arriving at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous fortified village, featured in films such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and Babel.

Continue through Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Desert,” then drive through the beautiful Valley of Roses before reaching the Dades Valley, where the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs begins.

Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Dades Valley.

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After breakfast, travel to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where towering canyon walls rise over 200 meters high. Enjoy time to walk through the gorge and admire its impressive rock formations.

Continue through the palm groves of the Tafilalet Oasis before arriving in Merzouga, on the edge of the Sahara Desert.

Check into your hotel near the Erg Chebbi dunes. Relax, take a walk on the golden sand dunes, and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner.

Overnight: Hotel in Merzouga.

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After breakfast, begin a 4×4 desert excursion around Erg Chebbi.

Visit desert nomad families and learn about their traditional lifestyle. Explore hidden oases, fossil sites, desert villages, and breathtaking landscapes.

Stop in Khamlia Village, home to the descendants of Sub-Saharan Africans, where you’ll enjoy a live performance of traditional Gnawa music accompanied by Moroccan tea.

In the late afternoon, return to Merzouga and begin your camel trek across the golden dunes. Watch the spectacular sunset before arriving at your luxury or traditional desert camp.

Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, traditional Berber drumming around the campfire, and an unforgettable night beneath a sky full of stars.

Overnight: Desert camp in Erg Chebbi.

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merzouga

Wake up early to witness one of the most beautiful sunrises over the Sahara Desert.

After breakfast and a shower at the hotel, depart for Rissani, home to one of Morocco’s most authentic traditional markets.

Continue to Erfoud, famous for its fossil workshops, before driving through the spectacular Ziz Valley, home to thousands of date palm trees.

After lunch in Midelt, continue through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains and the alpine-style town of Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco.”

Arrive in Fes in the evening and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight: Hotel or riad in Fes.

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Today is dedicated to discovering Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and its cultural and spiritual heart.

Explore Fes el-Bali, one of the world’s largest car-free medieval medinas and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit its narrow streets, bustling souks, traditional artisan workshops, historic madrasas, and famous leather tanneries.

You’ll also discover the Mellah (Jewish Quarter), Fes el-Jdid, and the Ville Nouvelle, offering a fascinating contrast between ancient and modern Morocco.

Overnight: Hotel or riad in Fes.

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After breakfast, you will be transferred to Fes Airport according to your flight schedule.

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Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour

What’s Included

Not included

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour lasts 7 days and 6 nights.

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