8-DAY TOUR FROM FES TO THE DESERT

8-DAY TOUR FROM FES TO THE DESERT

  • 8 Days / 7 Nights
  • Fez
  • Private Tour
  • From 1 traveller
Summary

Tour details

With Agencia Marruecos Tours, this 8-DAY TOUR FROM FEZ offers the most complete Moroccan experience, joining the imperial heritage of the north with the wild dunes of the south. The journey starts in Fez, the spiritual capital, and descends towards the desert through the landscapes of the Middle Atlas, the Ziz and Dades valleys and the spectacular Todra Gorge. The high point is Merzouga, where you spend a night in a Berber camp under the stars of Erg Chebbi.

The second part of the route explores the kasbah trail, visits Ait Ben Haddou (a UNESCO site) and culminates in Marrakech after crossing the Tizi n'Tichka pass in the High Atlas. This unhurried itinerary allows a true immersion in the culture, landscapes and traditions, with the comfort of private transport and expert Marruecos Tours guides who enrich every stage of the journey.

Scenic routesMoroccan landscapes
Local experienceCulture and traditions
Expert guidesLocal driver-guide
Comfort and safetyPrivate and flexible

Highlights

8-day tour from fez to the desert

  • Full exploration of Fez, the best-preserved medieval city in the Arab world
  • Night at a luxury camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes (Merzouga)
  • Sunset camel ride and sunrise over the Sahara dunes
  • Visit to the Todra Gorge, a canyon 300 metres high
  • Drive through the Dades Valley and its “Monkey Fingers” rock formations
  • Visit to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site and film set
  • Full tour of Marrakech with its palaces, gardens and souks
  • Crossing the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m)
  • Experience in a nomad village and a Gnawa music performance
  • Visit to the Roman ruins of Volubilis (optional, depending on the route)
Itinerary

Day-by-day itinerary

Day1

Arrival in Fes – welcome to Morocco

As soon as you land at Fez Airport, your driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall to welcome you. He will take you straight to your hotel or riad in the heart of the city.

Accommodation: Night in Fes — Plais Houyam or similar

Day2

Full day in Fez with a Local Guide – exploring the medina and its monuments

Después del desayuno, tu guía local oficial te esperará para descubrir los secretos de la ciudad espiritual de Marruecos. Comenzaréis visitando el Palacio Real (desde el exterior) y subiréis a un mirador con vistas panorámicas de toda la Medina.

Os adentraréis en el laberinto de calles para visitar la Universidad Al Quaraouiyine (la más antigua del mundo en funcionamiento), el Museo Nejjarine y la famosa Curtiduría Chouara, donde podrás ver el tradicional trabajo del cuero. Continuaréis por los zocos organizados por gremios: carpinteros, tejedores y artesanos del metal. Almuerzo libre y, por la tarde, regreso al hotel. Cena libre y alojamiento en Fez.

Accommodation: Night in Fes — Plais Houyam or similar

Day3

Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga

Después del desayuno, saldremos hacia el sur, cruzando las montañas del Medio Atlas. Primera parada en Ifrane, “la Suiza marroquí”. Continuaremos al bosque de cedros de Azrou para ver los monos de Berbería. Atravesaremos el Valle del Ziz y haremos una parada en Erfoud. Por la tarde, llegada a Merzouga. Cena y alojamiento en hotel cerca de las dunas. (Cena incluida)

Accommodation: Night in Merzouga — Dar Hassan or similar

Day4

Exploring the Merzouga desert and nomad life

Desayuno y día completo en el desierto. Ruta en 4×4 por las dunas de Erg Chebbi, visita a familias nómadas bereberes y al pueblo de Khamlia con su música gnawa. También visitaremos un oasis y una mina de fósiles.

Por la tarde, ruta en camello para disfrutar del atardecer sobre las dunas hasta llegar al campamento. (Opción alternativa en 4×4 disponible). Noche en el campamento del desierto con cena y música tradicional. (Cena incluida)

Accommodation: Night in Merzouga — Tawada Camp or similar

Day5

Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

Amanecer en las dunas y desayuno. Salida hacia Rissani y su animado zoco tradicional. Continuaremos hacia las impresionantes Gargantas del Todra, con sus paredes verticales de roca. Después, atravesaremos el Valle del Dades hasta el hotel. Cena y alojamiento. (Cena incluida)

Accommodation: Night in Dades — Riad Gabsi or similar

Day6

Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech

Desayuno y salida hacia Ouarzazate por la Ruta de las Mil Kasbahs. Visitaremos la famosa Kasbah de Ait Ben Haddou, patrimonio de la UNESCO. Breve parada en Ouarzazate y cruce del Alto Atlas por el puerto de Tizi n’Tichka. Llegada a Marrakech por la tarde. Cena libre y alojamiento.

Accommodation: Night in Marrakech — Riad Silsila or similar

Day7

Immersion in Marrakech with a Local Guide

Desayuno y encuentro con tu guía local oficial. Visita al Palacio de la Bahía, Tumbas Saadíes, la Medina y la famosa Plaza Jemaa el-Fna. Por la tarde, exploración de los souks y final del recorrido en una terraza con vistas a la Mezquita Koutoubia. Cena libre y alojamiento.

Accommodation: Night in Marrakech — Riad Silsila or similar

Day8

Transfer to Marrakech Airport – end of the trip

Desayuno y, a la hora acordada, traslado al Aeropuerto de Marrakech. Fin de nuestros servicios.

Please note: the hotels listed are mid-range. If you would like to upgrade to a luxury option, just get in touch. Rates may vary in high season and according to the accommodation you choose.

Tour map

Tour route

Route: Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Errachidia → Erfoud → Merzouga → Rissani → Tinghir → Boumalne Dades → Ouarzazate → Ait Benhaddou → Marrakech

1Fes2Ifrane3Azrou4Errachidia5Erfoud6Merzouga7Rissani8Tinghir9Boumalne Dades10Ouarzazate11Ait Benhaddou12Marrakech1033 km aprox. por carretera
Frequently asked questions

About this tour

El día adicional permite un ritmo más pausado y algún alto extra (más tiempo en el desierto o en las gargantas), sin cambiar los grandes hitos de la ruta Fez–Marrakech.

En julio y agosto el desierto es muy caluroso de día. Organizamos las visitas a primera y última hora, y los alojamientos tienen aire acondicionado; muchos prefieren primavera u otoño.

Sí, Marruecos es un destino seguro y, al ser un tour privado, viajas siempre con tu conductor de confianza. Vestir de forma discreta ayuda a sentirse cómoda en las medinas.

Conviene pedir permiso antes de fotografiar a personas, especialmente en zocos y pueblos; algunos artesanos pueden pedir una pequeña propina. Los paisajes y monumentos no tienen restricción.

No hay edad mínima, pero por la duración y las horas de coche suele ir bien a partir de 6-7 años; adaptamos el ritmo y podemos usar sillas si nos avisas.

Sí, al ser privado el precio por persona baja cuanto mayor es el grupo. Indícanos cuántos sois y te preparamos un presupuesto ajustado.

Traveller reviews

What our travellers say

The best experience from start to finish!

We travelled as a family with Marruecos Tours from 28 July to 2 August and the experience was wonderful from start to finish. Communication with Mohammed was excellent and our guide Said was attentive, friendly and fun throughout. He took us to places only locals know. Thoroughly recommended.

Liliana Zaragoza
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Marrocos superou minhas expectativas

We would like to thank Youssef of Marrocos Tours for the excellent private tour of Morocco. It was an unforgettable experience, with a very well planned itinerary, great excursions and service that was always attentive and professional. We recommend Youssef to anyone who wants to see Morocco calmly and safely.

Ester780
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The Perfect Family Trip to Morocco

We recently returned from an incredible 12-day tour from Casablanca with our two children, and booking with Agencia Marruecos Tours was the best decision we made. Our driver and guide, Hassan, didn't just drive us from place to place — he became part of our family's story. The overnight desert camp in Merzouga was pure magic for all of us.

Convenient t
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A trip to northern Morocco

It was our first time with them and the result was very good. They adapted to our needs throughout and looked after us constantly. Without doubt an agency worth recommending. The trip through northern Morocco was a great success. Thank you for your work.

Santiago M
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From Fes to Marrakech

The three-day route from Fes to Marrakech made our trip to Morocco unforgettable. Our guide Said, charming and an excellent driver, brought deep knowledge of Amazigh culture and customs. The route is well organised, with stops at beautiful and interesting places.

Jet573220
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Kindness and exceptional service

They were very kind from the very start of the tour. Our guide Said was extremely patient; with him we discovered not only spectacular places and incredible views, but Moroccan culture too.

Jessrodmor
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Unforgettable

We had the opportunity to view different scenarios during the 12 days trip. Incredible! Hassan was our guide and was excellent!

Jose F
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An amazing experience

I finally fulfilled a lifelong ambition of mine to go to Morocco. It was without a doubt one of the most memorable experiences of my life! The nine days spent travelling were filled with such breathtaking scenery. My favourite part was spending the night in a tent in the Sahara Desert and riding camels around the desert.

Diana H
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Highly recommended

An excellent personalised experience, helped along by Idir’s passion for his country and its customs — and, despite his youth, his knowledge of every corner of Morocco.

Gabriel C
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