A Magical Journey: 4 Days tour from Marrakech to Fes

Explore the enchanting beauty of Morocco during a 4-day journey from Marrakech to Fes through the desert. Start from Marrakech’s lively markets, cross the stunning High Atlas Mountains, and reach the Sahara Desert for a camel ride at sunset and a night in a Berber camp. Along the way to Fes, visit the historic Ait Benhaddou kasbah and the lush Ziz Valley. This tour is a great mix of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes, making it perfect for those wanting to discover the highlights of Morocco in a short 4-day trip.

Explore the 4-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour:

• Traverse the high Atlas Mountains from Marrakech to Ouarzazate.
• Uncover the well-preserved Kasbahs of Ait Ben Haddou and Amrdil.
• Walk with your guide through the Todgha oasis to learn about Berber culture.
• Enjoy a camel ride in Erg Chebbi and witness a breathtaking sunset.
• Stay overnight at a luxurious Sahara desert camp.
• Visit the Fossils museum in Erfoud.
• Spot Barbary apes in the Middle Atlas Mountains while traveling to Fes.

Day 1: Marrakech to Boumalne Dades via Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou

Begin your journey early at 7:30 AM from Marrakech, heading through the beautiful High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi Ntichka pass. Enjoy the scenic drive through Berber villages until you reach the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its appearances in Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Explore this historic site with a local Berber guide, then continue to Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Africa. Optionally, visit the Atlas Film Studios. The journey proceeds through the Skoura oasis and the Valley of the Roses, ending at your hotel near the Dades Canyons.

Day 2: Boumalne Dades to Merzouga via Tinghir

Start the day by driving to the Tinghir oasis, where you can explore lush palm groves and the stunning Todgha Canyons. Next, head to Rissani, the birthplace of Morocco’s ruling dynasty, and visit the local dates market. The day concludes in Merzouga, where you’ll dine and stay at a lodge near the captivating Erg Chebbi dunes.

Day 3: Merzouga Exploration

After breakfast, visit the Khamlia village to meet local Berber nomads and enjoy their hospitality and music. In the afternoon, take a camel trek through the Erg Chebbi dunes, witnessing a spectacular sunset. Spend the night in a desert camp under the stars, with dinner by the campfire and local entertainment.

Day 4: Merzouga to Fes via Midelt

Consider an early morning to catch the sunrise over the dunes before heading to Fes. The journey takes you through the Ziz Valley, Midelt in the Middle Atlas Mountains, and the cedar forests of Azrou, where you might spot Barbary apes. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon, concluding your 4-day adventure with a perfect mix of adventure, culture, and scenic beauty in the heart of Morocco.