Tour at a glance
Our 4-day Marrakech Fes tour is a private trip planned around you, with your own driver and a comfortable vehicle. Check the price, route and everything included below, then book online or message us on WhatsApp.
- Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
- Start: Marrakech · End: Fes (pickup at your hotel, riad or the airport)
- Private tour: just you and your group, any day of the year
- Desert: a night in a camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, Merzouga
- Accommodation: hotels, riads and a desert camp with breakfast and dinner
From
€350
per person
Final price depends on group size, season and accommodation level. Ask us for your exact quote.
Morocco 4 days itinerary starting from Marrakech
Description:
Embark on a captivating Morocco 4 days itinerary from Marrakech to Fes, traversing the High Atlas mountains and exploring the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Discover Ouarzazate, the Rose Valley, and the Dadés Valley. Experience a camel trek in Merzouga, enjoy Erg Chebbi’s desert landscapes, and immerse in nomadic culture. Conclude with the lush Ziz Valley and Ifrane’s Alpine charm before arriving in Fes, enriched by Morocco’s natural and cultural splendors.
Marrakech to Fes: A Scenic Tour Through Morocco's High Atlas and Desert
The Itinerary:
DAY 01: Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Dadés Valley
Embark on a Marrakech to Fes tour, starting with a scenic drive through the High Atlas mountains. The Tizi N'Tichka pass offers panoramic views and photo ops of Berber villages. Discover the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO site featured in films like 'Gladiator'. Ouarzazate, known as the Gateway to the Desert, and the blooming Rose Valley are next before you settle in the Dadés Valley for the night.
DAY 02: Dadés Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga - Camel Trek and Berber Tent Stay
Marvel at the Dadés Valley's landscapes, then explore the Todra Gorges, a haven for climbers. Journey to Merzouga to experience a camel trek across the dunes and an overnight stay in a traditional Berber tent under the stars.
DAY 03: Merzouga Desert - Nomads - Khamlia Village - Erg Chebbi
After a desert sunrise, spend the day in the Erg Chebbi region. Visit nomadic families to learn about their culture, explore geological wonders at the Tissardmin Oasis, and enjoy the serene views. Experience the spiritual Gnawa music in Khamlia Village before returning to your hotel.
DAY 04: Merzouga Desert – Ziz Valley – Cedar Forests – Fes
Leave the Merzouga Desert for Fes, passing through the lush Tafilalet palm grove and the impressive Ziz Valley. After a stop in Midelt, witness the wildlife in Azrou's cedar forests and explore Ifrane, known as the "Moroccan Switzerland." Your journey concludes with your arrival in Fes.
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4-day Marrakech Fes tour highlights
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi n'Tichka pass
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou
- Drive through the Dades Gorges and the Todgha Gorges
- Ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga at sunset
- Spend a night under the stars in a desert camp with Berber music
- Watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes
What is included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with fuel
- Experienced English-speaking driver for the whole tour
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel, riad or airport
- 3 nights accommodation with breakfast and dinner
- A night in a desert camp in Merzouga
- Camel ride into the dunes at sunset and back at sunrise
- Sandboarding on the dunes
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Optional local guides in the cities and at historic sites
- Entrance fees
- Tips for your driver and staff
- Flights and travel insurance
Accommodation
Hotels and riads: comfortable, hand-picked hotels, kasbahs and riads along the route, all with private bathrooms. Breakfast and dinner are included.
Desert camp, Merzouga: a camp among the dunes, reached by camel. Standard tents or luxury tents with a private bathroom are available. Dinner is served in camp, followed by Berber music around the fire.
Want a higher level of comfort? Ask us about upgrades to boutique riads and luxury tents.
Tour map
Frequently asked questions
Yes. It is just you and your group with your own driver and vehicle, and it can start on any day you choose.
Prices start from €350 per person. The final price depends on the number of travelers, the season and your choice of hotels and tent. Message us for your exact quote.
Yes. Every tour is private, so we can add nights, change the start or end city, or add activities. Tell us what you would like and we will adapt the plan.
Most days include 3 to 6 hours of driving with plenty of stops for photos, lunch and visits. The days to and from the desert are the longest.
Bring comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat or scarf and a light jacket. For the desert night, bring warm layers, especially from October to March.
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most pleasant. Summer is very hot in the desert, and winter nights can be cold.
Yes. Children love the camel ride and the camp. Tell us their ages and we will plan rest stops and family rooms.