6-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Overview of 6 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech
Go for an adventurous 6-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes that brings altogether the factor of adventure, histories and beautiful features of the nature. You will cross the High Atlas mountain, visit old ksour, the incredible sandy sea – Saharan desert and Morocco stunning Fez – the imperial city. This is a 6 day experience that will give a true cultural and scenic taste of Morocco for a truly memorable trip.
This itinerary is also flexible. In other words, we create a tailored experience of your stay according to the nights chosen and any other requirements you might have. A great deal of information counts for a lot in today’s competitive environment, so contact us for more details and the pricing!
Highlights of the 6-Day Morocco Desert Tour
- You will gawk at the striking views of the High Atlas Mountains.
- You should go to the world heritage Ait Ben Haddou which is a Kasbah.
- Tour camel riding across the sandy structure of the Sahara Desert.
- Calm and enjoy watching an enchanting desert sunset and sunrise in Merzouga.
- Experience the ways of the desert tribes with a native Berber tribe through home visits.
- Discover the Moroccan markets and old bazaars of Rissani.
- Feed the Barbary monkeys at the secluded cedar immense cedar forests around Ifrane.
- Discover the Royal Palace, walk in the spirit of the souks of the medina of Fes, classified by Unesco.
Itinerary for the 6-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Day 1: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
The 6-day desert tour from Marrakech to fes starts, by and large, with a pick-up from Marrakech early in the morning. The first part of the trip goes around the High Atlas mountains and Tizi N’Tichka pass. On the way, you will have time to admire beautiful panoramic views of the territories located nearby. Also, we will do a tour of the Telouat Kasbah, then to the area of the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This is a World Heritage site and some of the beautiful parts of old Morocco where captured in movies are actually taken here. In addition, continuing the sightseeing after Ait Ben Haddou we drive to Ouarzazate, It is often called the “Gateway to the Desert”. Dinner and overnight in a comfortable hotel Dinner and o/n at comfortable accommodation.
However, the first day could make Morocco’s patrons behold wonderful and varying terrains of mountain.
Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Dades Valley – Merzouga
In the morning after the breakfast we go to the Atlas studios where many famous movies were filmed and the Taourirt Kasbah – impressive. After this, we pass through the palms of Skoura, where stop at the Amridil Kasbah amidst the greenery. Subsequent, we are moving through the Rose Valley which is well-known its annual Rose festival in May. Then it leads to the beautiful Dades Valley where we visit the sites known as “the monkey fingers”. Further on, we arrive at the Todra Gorges and here you can walk around and contemplate striking gorges. In the afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga where on the second day of the trek you would switch from camels and cross the golden dunes of the Sahara. The day comes to a glorious sunset and night spent in the gloriously luxurious Bedouin camp surrounded by Berber music.
Day 3: Exploring Merzouga Region
A shooting sunrise in the Sahara is succeeded by taking a meal in the morning. Then, we are out the whole day in the desert of Merzouga – an exceptional area. First, we take you to a Berber house located in tented structure’s home of a nomadic family where we briefly introduce you to their day-to-day lifestyle. On our trip, we also travel to Khamlia, the village famous for Gnaoua music and the inhabitants whose roots are in sub-Saharan Africa. Furthermore, it let you touch the green color of palm groves and make a stop at the wild lake of Merzouga or Flamingo’s Lake if you want to contemplate this natural slumbering area. Refreshments, dinner and accommodation in a comfortable hotel are reserved for the end of a day.
In addition to this the Merzouga involves the clients into the Berber culture and the natural setting of Merzouga is simply marvelous.
Day 4: Merzouga – Erfoud – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes
After breakfast we leave the desert and drive towards Erfoud and on the way we have a stop to visit one of the Erfoud fossil workshop. Subsequently, we move along the Ziz River Gorge which has palm grove oases to have a look at a beautiful view of the area. After that, we proceed our tour to Midelt for lunch. Next, it’s off to the cedar woods of Ifrane where the caprine Barbary macaque lives. You can freely feed the monkeys and take a fresh air of the forest if you are interested. The day finishes with a visit to Ifrane that characterizes a European architectural design and an attendant cool climate. Last on our route is Fes where you will be dropped off to your hotel or riad.
Day 5: Exploring Fes
Following breakfast we set out for a sightseeing tour of this period, walking through the walled city of Fes which is one of Morocco’s four imperial cities and regarded as the country’s spiritual capital. First, we walk to the Royal Palace gates but not inside, rather, we enter through the blue door, Bab Boujloud, of the medieval medina. We then proceed to discover the souks of the old medina in a walking tour acccompanied by a professional guide.This takes us through some of the Moorish architecture including the Medrasa Bouanania, the Nejjarine Fountain and the tannery. We also shop at the famous Quaraouine Mosque and University; the oldest university known to man kind. Furthermore we will leisurely walk through the Jewish district called Mellah and then visit a hill to look at a stunning view of the Medina and the city. At the end of each day, we take you back to your residence of choice; a Riad.
Day 6: Departure from Fes
Your last day in Morocco starts with breakfast and a brief drive around Fes allowing you last shopping trip or visit. After that, we drive you to the airport in Fes where the desert and city tour experience ends for you.
End of the 6-day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
Included / Excluded of 6-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
- Private 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C..
- English/Spanish-speaking driver.
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp (camel ride included).
- 3 dinners and daily breakfasts
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance.
- Optional activities.
- Lunches
- Tips
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Frequently Asked Questions about Our 6-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes
Is it possible to change the days of the itinerary according to tour desires or opinions?
Yes, this is possible and the game viewing timetable and the choice of scenes is very flexible depending for the desires and wants. You can ask for more time on areas that may interest you most for instance the Sahara desert or include other cultural/natural sightseeing for added fun. As always, please be welcome to contact us for any customization, special interests, or price quote that may help to plan a specific tour to your preference.
What am I likely to find in the Merzouga camel trekking and desert camp?
This camel riding tours one through the orange colored dunes of Erg Chebbi of Merzouga. You have to halt, then, during the evening, to view the spectacular desert sun set when you have climbed a giant dune. Subsequently, you will get transferred to a glamour desert camp where the dessert is served by a Berber people, you will get to listen to music and finally spend an evening around the campfire watching the stars. This is especially because the next morning you can wake up early enough to see a beautiful sunrise in the desert before proceeding with the journey.
What are cultural activities offered during the tour?
This tour provides tourists cultural avenues i.e., Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah which is on the list of the world heritages by UNESCO. In Merzouga, you shall also find local nomadic Berber families living in small traditional tents where you will learn so much about them. In Khamlia village tourists can see an exotic show of Gnaoua troup performing live Music and Dance. Further, in Fes, you wil be walking through the old medina with local guide, and seeing the Royal Palace gates, the Nejjarine Fountain and the oldest University in the World – The Quaraouine Mosque.
Just how varied will be the terrains I get to cover in the 6 days and 5 nights that are provided for the tour?
The tour takes in most of the Moroccan geographic terrains. You will hike across the High Atlas if you feel like a bird with magnificent scenery, cross palms in the Dades Valley and finally the mysterious vast dunes of Sahara. On the way from the desert to Fes, there are opportunities to have a look at the palm groves of the Ziz Valley, or the cedar trees of Ifrane with its easily tempted Barbary macaque monkeys. There are different natural background facilities every day, from those mountains to desert.
What are the major sites of interest on the Fes tour?
The Fes city tour is a historical trip of one of the oldest cities in Morocco so clients will be able to embrace the culture. You will tour the medieval medina, now a designated UNESCO World Heritage site filled with cluttered alleyways and commerce and craft and religious buildings. Places of interest include the Royal Palace gates, Medrasa Bouanania, the Nejjarine Fountain and, of course, the tanneries. You will also visit the Qaraouine Mosque and university the oldest university in the world. The top of this hill will afford you a birds eye view of Fes before descending back to your riad.
