The Erg Chebbi Dunes are among the sights you’ll see on a 5 days tour from marrakech to fes, along with a few other fascinating and unforgettable stops.
The rich cultural traditions, delectable cuisine, and varied architecture of south Morocco will all be available for you to experience.
People frequently feel a little confused when looking for Morocco tours due to the variety of options and offers. We can provide the ideal itinerary as a reputable travel company in Morocco, enabling you to arrange your vacation with ease.
To start the 5 days Marrakech to Fes desert tour, we pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech. We then drive you to Telouet across the high Atlas mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2260 m above sea level), where you will see the Kasbah of Pasha Glaoui and have lunch in a local restaurant. We travel to Ait Ben Haddou in the afternoon along the Ounila valley with its Berber communities. We travel to Ouarzazate for dinner and a fantastic night in a hotel after touring the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou.
After eating breakfast in Ouarzazate, we travel to Skoura to witness the stunning Kasbah of Amredil, which is located along the “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs” of palm groves. After that, we continue on our journey through the magnificent Valley of Roses before crossing an off-road area where we might come upon a cave-dwelling nomad family.
We travel to Boulmane du Dades for lunch after viewing the Dades gorges and admiring the amazing rock formations. The route continues through Tineghir and then to Todra Gorges, where you may take in the stunning canyon views. You will have dinner and spend the night in the Kasbah hotel.
The next day, we drive to Tinjedad for a delicious lunch at a nearby restaurant after taking a brief stroll through the palm plantations and taking in the expansive views of the Todra River. Next, we travel through a number of Berber communities, including Touroug and El-Jarf, before arriving in Erfoud to visit a local workshop that makes fossil crafts.
Following that, we continue to Erg Chebbi, also known as Merzouga Dunes, where you can prepare for a one-and-a-half-hour camel trek with a guide to reach the camp for dinner and an overnight stay in a typical nomad tent.
You wakeup early in the beautiful Desert to take in the sunrise from the top of a dune, eat breakfast, and then ride your camel back to the hotel for a relaxing shower. A 4×4 tour will give you the opportunity to see the black volcanic rocks where fossils may be found, listen to Gnawa spiritual music in the village of Khmlia, and learn about the lake Dayte Sarji, which emerges in the spring and attracts pink flamingos and other wildlife.
After stopping in Merzouga or Hassi Labied for lunch, you will explore the canal irrigation system and take a stroll around the magnificent oasis. Dinner and a night’s stay in an Auberge.
We’ll travel to Rissani after breakfast to see the nearby market (Souks). We’ll next drive to Errachidia through Erfoud and Aoufous, stopping there for a spectacular view of the oasis in the Tafilalte region before continuing on to Midelt over the Tizi N’talghamt hill.
After a stop for lunch, we’ll travel via the middle Atlas mountain range to the medieval city of Fes, passing through a cedar forest close to Azrou. Before reaching Fes, IFRAN, the Swiss of Morocco, may be visited if time permits. Departure from Fes.
The itinerary you see above is only a sample of what your Morocco Holiday could look like. Each traveler has different preferences, and we believe your tour should reflect that. If this plan doesn’t match what you’re envisioning, just let us know, we’ll adjust the route, pace, and activities to suit your interests and the time you have available.
The final price of the tour is depending:
Transportation costs are fixed, so the more people sharing the vehicle, the lower the price per person becomes. For an exact, detailed quote, simply contact us; we’ll be happy to provide one.
We can tailor this itinerary into a shorter version without losing its essence. Here are common alternatives:
If you have extra time, we can enrich your tour with additional destinations and cultural experiences. Travelers often choose:
Check out our most popular Morocco tour routes:
Marrakech Tours, Fes Tours, Casablanca Tours, Tangier Tours, Errachidia Tours and Ouarzazate Tours, each offering a unique way to discover Morocco.
We recommend booking at least 3 to 4 months in advance if your travel falls during peak season (Spring/Autumn), especially if you want to secure the best desert camps and specific Riad accommodations.
Yes, absolutely! Every tour is private, allowing you to fully customize your itinerary. Whether you prefer more time in the desert or wish to visit the Atlantic coast before returning, we can tailor the route to your interests.
The most popular desert tours are 3 to 4 days. The 3-day tour is the minimum needed to reach the major Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga and return comfortably to Marrakech. Shorter tours often go to Zagora, which has smaller dunes.
Our drivers will drop you off at the nearest accessible point to your Riad/hotel (as cars are restricted inside the medina). We recommend using an official guide or your Riad staff for initial navigation assistance within the city walls.
While rare, snow can occasionally affect the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m) in winter. Our drivers are experienced in mountain driving and will always prioritize your safety, adjusting the route or timing if needed.
Absolutely. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.) at the time of booking, and we will ensure the hotels and desert camps are prepared for your needs.
Most standard tours focus on the Desert and Imperial Cities (like Fez). However, you can easily customize your tour to include coastal towns like Essaouira or Agadir.
