Overview of 8 Days Desert Tour Marrakech to Fes

Discover the beauty of Morocco on this amazing 8 days desert tour from Marrakech to Casablanca. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, beautiful valleys, old kasbahs, palm groves, and the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience Morocco’s culture, history, nature, and desert landscapes.

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

When you arrive at Marrakech Airport, your driver will welcome you and take you to your hotel or riad. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 2: Marrakech City Tour

Today you will discover Marrakech, also known as the Red City of Morocco.

Visit some of the city’s most famous attractions:

• Majorelle Garden
• Koutoubia Mosque
• Bahia Palace
• Saadian Tombs
• Menara Gardens
• Marrakech Medina

You will also visit the famous Jemaa El-Fna Square, where you can see musicians, storytellers, snake charmers, and local artists. Walk through the colorful souks and discover traditional Moroccan crafts.

Overnight in Marrakech

Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

After breakfast, drive through the High Atlas Mountains and cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest road pass in Morocco. Enjoy beautiful views of mountains, valleys, and Berber villages.

Later, visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient village has appeared in many movies and TV shows, including Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa” because many movies have been filmed there.

Overnight in Ouarzazate

Day 4: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Rose Valley – Dades Valley

After breakfast, travel through Skoura Oasis, famous for its palm trees and old kasbahs. Visit the beautiful Kasbah Amridil, one of the best-preserved kasbahs in Morocco.

Continue through Kalaat M’Gouna, also known as the Valley of Roses. This area is famous for its rose products and annual Rose Festival.

Drive through amazing landscapes and rock formations before arriving in the Dades Valley.

Overnight in Dades Valley

Day 5: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert

Today, visit the spectacular Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most impressive canyons. Enjoy a walk between the high cliffs and take beautiful photos.

Continue through palm groves, small villages, and desert landscapes. Pass through Erfoud, a town famous for fossils and dates.

Arrive in Merzouga and begin your camel ride through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch a magical sunset over the Sahara Desert before reaching your desert camp.

Enjoy:

• Camel trekking
• Traditional Moroccan dinner
• Berber music around the campfire
• Stargazing in the desert

Overnight in a Sahara Desert Camp

Day 6: Merzouga Desert Excursion

Wake up early to watch the beautiful sunrise over the dunes.

After breakfast, explore the Merzouga desert area. Visit local nomadic families and learn about their traditional lifestyle in the Sahara.

Continue to Khamlia Village, known for its traditional Gnawa music. Enjoy a live music performance and discover the history of the local people.

Visit the M’Fis mines and enjoy panoramic views of the desert.

After a day of exploration, return to your hotel in Merzouga.

Overnight in Merzouga

Day 7: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Ifrane – Fes

After breakfast, leave the Sahara Desert and travel toward Fes.

Visit Rissani, a historic town known for its traditional market. Continue through the beautiful Ziz Valley, one of Morocco’s largest palm groves.

Stop in Midelt for lunch before crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains.

Visit the Cedar Forest near Azrou, where you may see Barbary macaque monkeys. Then continue to Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” because of its clean streets and European-style buildings.

Arrive in Fes in the evening.

Overnight in Fes

Day 8: Fes Airport Transfer

Enjoy free time in Fes before your flight. At the scheduled time, your driver will take you to the airport.

This marks the end of your 8-day Morocco desert adventure.

What’s Included

• Private air-conditioned transportation
• Professional English-speaking driver/guide
• Airport pick-up and drop-off
• Accommodation in hotels, riads, and desert camp
• Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
• Dinner and breakfast in the desert camp
• Dinner and breakfast in Dades Valley accommodation
• Sandboarding in the dunes
• Free time to visit major attractions and take photos

What’s Not Included

• Lunches
• Drinks and alcoholic beverages
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Why Choose This Tour?

This 8-day desert tour combines Morocco’s most famous destinations in one unforgettable trip:

• Marrakech
• High Atlas Mountains
• Ait Ben Haddou
• Ouarzazate
• Skoura Oasis
• Rose Valley
• Dades Valley
• Todra Gorge
• Merzouga Desert
• Camel Trekking
• Desert Camp
• Khamlia Village
• Nomad Families
• Ziz Valley
• Cedar Forest
• Ifrane
• Fes

It is the perfect tour for travelers who want to discover Morocco’s culture, history, nature, and Sahara Desert at a comfortable pace.