This 5-day tour is the perfect way to experience the incredible diversity of Morocco, traveling from the spiritual capital, Fez, to the vibrant "Red City," Marrakech. Along the way, you will venture through the majestic Atlas Mountains, experience the magic of the Sahara desert with a night at a camp, and discover film-set kasbahs and lush valleys.

Highlights

Scenic journey through the Middle and High Atlas Mountains.
Stop in Ifrane, the cedar forests of Azrou, and the Ziz Valley.
Sunset camel ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Night at a Berber camp under a starry sky.
Exploration of the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley.
Visit to the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Connects Morocco's two most iconic cities: Fez and Marrakech.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Fez → Ifrane → Cedar Forest → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga

We set off early from Fez, heading south. We will cross the Middle Atlas, stopping in Ifrane, and then in the cedar forest of Azrou to see the Barbary macaques. We will continue to Midelt for lunch. In the afternoon, we will cross the impressive Ziz Valley before reaching Merzouga. There, our camels await to carry us across the dunes to our desert camp. Enjoy dinner and an evening of Berber music.

Day 2: Exploring the Merzouga Desert

Today we will dedicate the day to exploring the desert region in a 4x4 vehicle. We will visit the village of Khamlia to listen to Gnawa music, share tea with a nomadic family, and see the fossil mines. You will have the chance to experience the immensity and tranquility of the Sahara. We will spend a second night in the desert, either at the same camp or at a hotel at the foot of the dunes.

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

After watching the sunrise and having breakfast, we head to Rissani to visit its traditional market. Then, we will travel to the impressive Todra Gorge, a rock canyon perfect for a walk. In the afternoon, we will follow the "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs" to reach the spectacular Dades Valley, where we will have dinner and spend the night.

Day 4: Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech

After breakfast, we will continue to Ouarzazate, known as the "Gateway to the Desert." We will visit the Kasbah of Taourirt and the film studios (optional). Our main stop will be the incredible Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, we will cross the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains, arriving in Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Day 5: End of Tour in Marrakech

Today our tour comes to an end. After breakfast, you will have the day free to explore Marrakech on your own, or we will transfer you to the airport according to your flight schedule.

What's Included?

Pick-up at your accommodation in Fez and drop-off at your accommodation/airport in Marrakech.
Transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
English-speaking driver/guide.
4 nights of accommodation (2 in the desert, 1 in Dades, 1 in Marrakech pending day 5).
Dinners and breakfasts according to the itinerary.
Camel ride.
4x4 desert excursion.

What's Not Included?

Lunches and drinks.
Entrance fees to monuments and film studios.
Tips and personal expenses.

Why Choose This Tour?

This 5-day tour offers a deeper and more relaxed experience than the shorter routes. The extra night in the desert region allows you to truly immerse yourself in Saharan culture and explore beyond the dunes. It's the perfect connecting route between Fez and Marrakech for those who want to savor every moment of the adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do we spend the second night in the desert? The second night can be at the same camp for total immersion, or at a hotel with a pool at the foot of the dunes for greater comfort and relaxation. We can adapt this to your preference.

Is this tour very demanding? The itinerary is well balanced. There are travel days, but they are offset by the two nights spent in the same desert area, allowing for a more relaxed pace than 3- or 4-day tours.

Can this tour be done in reverse, from Marrakech to Fez? Yes, absolutely. We can run this same itinerary starting in Marrakech and ending in Fez. Just let us know!