Private tour · Fes to Marrakech, one way
6-Day Morocco Culture and Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech
The 6-day Morocco culture and desert tour from Fes is a private one-way journey to Marrakech: two nights around Merzouga, including one in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, then nights in the Dadès Gorges, Ouarzazate and Marrakech, ending with a guided day in Marrakech.
Private Morocco Tour from Fes in 6 Days
This private Morocco tour from Fes takes six days and five nights, staying in Merzouga, a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, the Dadès Gorges, Ouarzazate and Marrakech, where the tour ends.
It brings Moroccan culture and Sahara landscapes into one itinerary: a full day around Merzouga with Khamlia and nomad families, the Todra and Dadès gorges, the Valley of Roses, the kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, and a guided day in Marrakech to finish. Because you reach Merzouga on the first evening, you get a whole desert day before your camp night.
Six-Day Morocco Desert Itinerary: Jump to a Day
The six days run Fes to Merzouga, a desert day and camp night, Merzouga to the Dadès Gorges, Dadès to Ouarzazate, Ouarzazate to Marrakech, and a guided day in Marrakech.
Book a 6-Day Culture and Desert Tour from Fes
To book, send us your dates and group size through the form, and we'll reply with a private quote and itinerary.
To check availability for your dates, please include:
- Your travel dates
- Number of travellers, and the ages of any children
- Your hotel or riad in Fes, and whether you need a drop-off at Marrakech airport
- Your accommodation preferences
- Any adjustments you'd like to the route
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Fes Sahara Desert Tour: Day-by-Day Itinerary
The itinerary crosses the Middle Atlas to Merzouga on day one, stays in the desert on day two, heads west through the gorges and the Valley of Roses on days three and four, reaches Marrakech on day five and tours the city on day six.
Fes to Merzouga via Ifrane, the Tizi n'Talghemt pass and the Ziz Gorge
Day 1 is the drive from Fes to Merzouga, through the cedar forests near Ifrane, over the Tizi n'Talghemt pass and down the Ziz Gorge.
Near Ifrane you can walk in the cedar forest, home to Barbary macaques. There is an optional photo stop at the Ziz Gorge before you reach Merzouga in the evening.
A day around Merzouga and a night in the desert camp
Day 2 is a full day exploring the desert around Merzouga, ending with a sunset camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes and a night at a desert camp.
The Moroccan National Tourist Office describes Merzouga as
"one of the gates of the Sahara"— Moroccan National Tourist Office (Visit Morocco), Errachidia-Midelt-Merzouga
You meet nomad families, visit the village of Khamlia, and stop in Rissani for lunch, where you can try the local Berber "pizza". In the afternoon you ride a camel into the dunes to watch the sunset before your night at camp.
Merzouga to the Dadès Gorges via the Todra Gorge
Day 3 is the drive west from Merzouga to the Dadès Gorges, passing Berber villages and the Todra Gorge.
After breakfast and a shower, you set off through Berber villages to the Todra Gorge, then continue to the Dadès Gorges for dinner and the night.
Dadès Gorges to Ouarzazate via Kelaat M'Gouna and the Valley of Roses
Day 4 is the drive along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, via Kelaat M'Gouna in the Valley of Roses.
Kelaat M'Gouna is the centre of the Valley of Roses; the tourist office suggests visitors
"explore a rose water distillation factory in Kelaa M'Gouna"— Moroccan National Tourist Office (Visit Morocco), Ouarzazate-Zagora-Tinghir: shopping
Ouarzazate to Marrakech via Aït Ben Haddou and the Tizi n'Tichka
Day 5 starts with a visit to Aït Ben Haddou and continues over the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Marrakech.
Aït Ben Haddou is a UNESCO World Heritage site that UNESCO calls
"a striking example of the architecture of southern Morocco."— UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou
You arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon.
Guided tour of Marrakech
Day 6 is a guided tour of Marrakech, covering Jemaa el-Fna, the Koutoubia, the souks, the Royal Palace, museums, Gueliz and the Menara and Majorelle gardens, ending at your accommodation or the airport.
UNESCO describes the medina's main square as
"Place Jamaâ El Fna, a veritable open-air theatre."— UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Medina of Marrakesh
The Royal Palace is seen from outside. Entrance fees to museums and gardens are paid separately.
Merzouga Desert Camp and Hotel Overnights
You spend two nights around Merzouga, the first in accommodation in Merzouga and the second in desert tents at a camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, followed by hotels in the Dadès Gorges, Ouarzazate and Marrakech.
Dinner and breakfast are included. The hotels and camp for your dates are confirmed with your quote; tell us your accommodation preferences when you enquire. More about camps on our Merzouga desert page.
Fes Desert Tour Package: What's Included
The tour includes a private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide, pickup in Fes and drop-off in Marrakech, hotel and desert-camp accommodation, the camel ride, and dinners and breakfasts; flights, lunches, drinks and entrance fees are not included.
Included
- Private tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Private driver-guide throughout
- Pickup in Fes; drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation or the airport
- Hotel accommodation on the route
- Night in desert tents at a camp
- Camel ride in the desert
- Dinners and breakfasts
Not included
- Flights to and from Morocco
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to museums and attractions
Why Choose This Morocco Cultural and Desert Tour
This Morocco cultural and desert tour gives you a full day around Merzouga and a guided day in Marrakech, on a one-way route that suits travellers arriving in Fes and leaving from Marrakech.
Moroccan culture and Sahara landscapes in one itinerary
Desert, gorges, kasbahs and Marrakech's medina.
A full desert day
Khamlia, nomad families and Rissani before the camp night.
Cultural encounters along the route
Berber villages, nomad families and Rissani's market town.
From historic streets to desert dunes
Leave Fes in the morning, watch the sunset over Erg Chebbi a day later.
Memorable stops between city and desert
The Todra Gorge, the Valley of Roses and Aït Ben Haddou.
A private journey from Fes
Only your group in the vehicle; ask to customize this six-day itinerary.
Six-Day Sahara Tour: Driving and Pace
Day one from Fes to Merzouga is the longest drive; days three to five are shorter road days, and days two and six are spent exploring rather than driving.
Who is this tour for?
This tour suits travellers who start in Fes, end in Marrakech, and want both a desert day and a guided city day in less than a week.
How many nights are near the desert?
Two nights are near the desert: one in Merzouga and one in a camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
What should you pack?
Pack a small bag for the camp night, a warm layer for the desert evening, and comfortable shoes for the Marrakech visit.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes, the itinerary can be changed: tell us what you'd like to add, remove or slow down.
Sources and further reading
Heritage and destination facts on this page are supported by UNESCO and the Moroccan National Tourist Office, neither of which endorses any tour operator.
- Errachidia-Midelt-Merzouga, between Atlas and desert — Moroccan National Tourist Office
- Ouarzazate-Zagora-Tinghir: shopping and crafts — Moroccan National Tourist Office
- Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou — UNESCO World Heritage Centre
- Medina of Marrakesh — UNESCO World Heritage Centre
6-Day Morocco Tour from Fes FAQs
This tour is private, runs one way from Fes to Marrakech, and includes two nights around Merzouga.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private tour. Only your group travels in the vehicle, with your own driver-guide.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts in Fes and ends in Marrakech, at your accommodation or the airport. It does not return to Fes.
Where do you stay each night?
You stay in Merzouga, a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, the Dadès Gorges, Ouarzazate and Marrakech.
What happens on the desert day?
The desert day includes the Erg Chebbi dunes, nomad families, the village of Khamlia, lunch in Rissani and a sunset camel ride. Lunch itself is paid locally.
Which cultural visits are included?
The route includes stops at Khamlia, Rissani, the Todra and Dadès gorges, Aït Ben Haddou and a guided day in Marrakech. Entrance fees at sites and museums are not included.
Which meals are included?
Dinners and breakfasts are included. Lunches and drinks are not.
What language does the driver-guide speak?
This tour does not list a driver language, so tell us your preferred language when you enquire.
How do I book this tour?
You book by sending the form with your dates and group size. You can also email or WhatsApp us; we'll reply with a quote.
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