The 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fes is the perfect way to experience Morocco’s diverse beauty. You’ll travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stop at historic sites like Ait Benhaddou, and wander the lush Dades Valley. In the Merzouga Desert, camel rides and a stay in a luxury camp offer an unforgettable way to soak in the magic of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Whether you’re chasing sunsets over the dunes or exploring ancient kasbahs, this journey captures the heart of Morocco’s natural and cultural wonders.
Marrakech/Fes
The 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fes is more than just a trip; it’s a chance to see Morocco’s soul. Its stunning landscapes, rich history, and unforgettable desert experience make it the perfect blend of adventure and discovery. Don’t let this unique journey pass you by—start planning today!
Firstly, our first day of the 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga will start with a pick-up from your Riad. Today, we depart towards Dades Gorges through the Tizi N’Tichka pass at 2260 m in the High Atlas Mountains.
We will enjoy the scenic mountain road. The landscapes have beautiful colors. We pass a few Berber villages along the way to Kasbah Ait Benhaddou.
We will visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou and have lunch there. Then, we will continue to Ouarzazate to visit “Taourirt Kasbah.”
We then travel southeast to the Dades Valley, passing Valley Roses and the Skoura Palmary. We stay for dinner and overnight in a local riad–hotel.
Our 4 day tour from Marrakech starts the second day after breakfast. We will drive towards Tinghir, where we will explore the Todra Gorges. We will also walk and enjoy the Moroccan canyons.
Afterward, we departed for Erfoud, passing through small villages like Tinjdad and Rissani. We arrive in the Sahara desert in Merzouga and drink a cup of mint tea.
Furthermore, you will start your journey with camels to enjoy the sunset in the desert. We will spend the night in the dunes, have dinner, and listen to local music around a campfire. We will stay at night in a desert camp under Nomad tents or a luxury glamping camp.
Today, early in the morning, we watched the desert sunrise in Erg Chebbi’s Dunes and took photos. We then shower and have breakfast at the camp. Then, we decide whether to take the 4×4 or camels back to the village.
After breakfast, we will explore the Merzouga dunes by visiting the families of nomads. We will share their lifestyles and learn their secrets and manners.
The next stop will be at the edge of the Atlas Mountains. Then, we will visit the ruins of the Mascara mine, which the French used. After that, we will get a nice view of the dunes.
We stopped at Khamlia Village, which is originally from a Sub-Saharan country. We had a cup of tea and relaxed while listening to their spiritual music.
Your lunch today will be different. You will experience Hotel Pizza in the same village and then be transferred to the hotel next to the dunes.
Enjoy a free afternoon. Hotels, wander the village and watch the sunset. Dinner and night in tHoteletel
After breakfast today, we will go to Fes, passing by Ziz Valley and the Atlas Mountains. After lunch in Midelt, we will go to Azrou and Ifrane, “the Switzerland of Morocco.”
We then visit Morocco’s largest cedar forest. Barbarian apes live there. In Fez, our driver will drop you off at the hotel to end your 4 day tour from Marrakech to Fes.
Drive times vary but usually range between 4 and 6 hours daily, with stops at key sites and for meals.
You can book online through the tour website. Before booking, contact us directly if you have questions.
The accommodations are typically private, but depending on the booking option you choose, there may be exceptions. Be sure to confirm with the tour provider when you make your reservation.
The tour price includes air-conditioned vehicle transportation, three-night accommodations, a desert camel ride, a professional driver/guide, and some meals (usually breakfast and dinner). Double-check with the tour operator for specific details.
