4 days tour from Fes to Marrakech overview

On an exciting 4-day desert tour from Fes to Marrakech, see the breathtaking Erg Chebbi Dunes. This guided tour takes you across Morocco’s Sahara desert, highlighting the extraordinary cultural and geographic variety of southern Morocco.

During this four-day journey from Fes to Marrakech, you’ll travel to Merzouga via the Middle Atlas Mountains and the picturesque Ziz Valley. On the second day, meet a local family in the desert, ride a camel across the breathtaking Erg Chebbi dunes, and spend the night camping in the desert.

On the third day, see the stunning Todra Gorges near Tinghir and the Dades Gorges. The fourth day brings you down the famed “Road of 1000 Kasbahs” to the breathtaking Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Finally, pass through the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech, completing your wonderful 4-day vacation from Fes to Marrakech.

On this once-in-a-lifetime vacation, you will see the finest of Morocco’s Sahara desert while also immersing yourself in its distinct and vivid culture.

4 days tour from Fes to Marrakech highlights:

Having the opportunity to meet and spend time with a Berber family in the desert
Admiring the breathtaking sunset over the Erg Chebbi Dunes
Crossing the desert on a camel ride, an unforgettable adventure
Strolling along the stunning rock formations of Todgha Canyon
Sleeping under the stars in the Moroccan desert
Strolling along the stunning rock formations of Todgha Canyon
Observing Barbary apes in the cedar forest of Azrou
Stepping back in time by exploring the ancient walls and courtyards of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Delighting in the panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains

Day 1 :

FES ⇢ IFRANE ⇢ MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS ⇢ ZIZ VALLEY ⇢ MERZOUGA

Begin your 4-day Fes to Marrakech desert trip with a morning pickup from your Fes hotel or riad. Depart the city and go to Ifrane, where you may take a quick 15-minute break and possibly have a cup of coffee before continuing on to the cedar forest of Azrou in the Middle Atlas Mountains. You may be able to see barbary monkeys here.

Drive to Merzouga via Midelt and the Ziz Valley (a valley filled with palm trees). Arrive at Merzouga in the afternoon and spend the night in a magnificent riad with views of the town's golden sand dunes.

Day 2 :

FULL DAY TO EXPLORE THE MERZOUGA DESERT

Your day of sightseeing in the Merzouga desert will start with a lovely breakfast at your riad. The little hamlet of Khamlia will be your first stop, where natives who originally migrated from South Africa play a distinctive kind of music known as Gnawa. Next, you'll embark on an off-road journey to M'Fis, an abandoned settlement home to Galena mines that once produced Mascara.

You will also be able to learn about the nomadic lifestyle of a family that lives behind the Erg Chebbi Dunes near the border while sipping tea in one of their traditional Berber tents. This ethnic group has decided to live a totally different existence away from society, and learning about their customs is interesting.

In the afternoon, prepare for an amazing camel ride across Merzouga's high dunes to your desert tent. On the way, you will stop at a high dune to sandboard while admiring the beautiful sunset. After supper, you may relax around a campfire beneath the stars while the camp staff plays drums and cheerfully teaches you how to play them. Enjoy a fantastic night.

Day 3 :

MERZOUGA ⇢ TODRA GORGE ⇢ DADES GORGE

We strongly recommend getting up early today to enjoy a beautiful dawn. After that, have a delicious breakfast at your desert camp.

Next, you'll take a delightful road trip to Dades Gorge, passing via Rissani, Erfoud, Tinghir, and Todra Gorge along the way. If today is a market day in Rissani (Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday), you may go to a typical Moroccan market. It is an excellent cultural experience that will give you an insight into the local way of life. This is where you may find local handicrafts, spices, and street cuisine that are not readily available elsewhere. There will be several pauses along the trip to capture fascinating photos and learn about the locals and their customs.

Travel to Dades Gorge in the afternoon for your overnight stay. Dinner and stay at your hotel.

Day 4 :

DADES GORGE ⇢ OUARZAZATE ⇢ AIT BEN HADDOU ⇢ HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS ⇢ MARRAKECH

After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you'll be able to explore the region. Then, take the 1000 Kasbahs route to Ouarzazate. You may explore the Atlas Studios or just take some shots outdoors. Ait Ben Hadou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has served as the shooting location for numerous notable films such as Gladiator, Prince of Persia, and the television series Game of Thrones.

After a delicious lunch, continue your trip to Marrakech over the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. You will travel through many lovely Moroccan Berber communities. You will make many stops along the route. Your 4-day trip from Fes to Marrakech will conclude with a drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech, leaving you feeling enriched by the experience.