4 Days tour from Marrakech to Fes

Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Valley via Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate

Your journey begins with a departure from Marrakech in the morning. You’ll cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, winding through the High Atlas Mountains, with breathtaking views of the valleys and Berber villages clinging to the hillsides. Your first major stop is the famous Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s best-preserved ksars (fortified villages). Explore the ancient buildings that have been used as a backdrop in many famous films and TV shows.

After lunch, continue to Ouarzazate, often referred to as the “Gateway to the Desert” and home to the Taourirt Kasbah. From Ouarzazate, you’ll travel through the Valley of Roses and the Skoura Oasis before reaching the Dades Valley for the night.

• Overnight: Dades Valley
• Highlight: High Atlas Mountains, Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley

Day 2: Dades Valley to Merzouga via Todra Gorge

After breakfast, continue your journey through the Dades Valley, known for its impressive rock formations. You’ll make your way to the Todra Gorge, a spectacular canyon with towering cliffs reaching 600 meters high. This spot is perfect for a short hike or a scenic walk along the river that runs through the gorge.

In the afternoon, drive toward the Merzouga Desert, passing through small towns like Erfoud and Rissani, where you’ll begin to see the first signs of the Sahara. Upon arriving in Merzouga, you’ll swap your vehicle for a camel trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes, where you’ll witness a magnificent sunset over the rolling sands. Spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp, enjoying a delicious dinner and Berber music around a campfire under the stars.

• Overnight: Merzouga Desert Camp
• Highlight: Todra Gorge, Camel Trek, Sunset in the Sahara, Desert Camp Experience

Day 3: Merzouga to Midelt via Ziz Valley

Rise early to witness the beautiful sunrise over the dunes, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. After breakfast, you’ll ride your camel back to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting to continue the journey. Pass through the scenic Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and ancient kasbahs, and cross the Middle Atlas Mountains.

You’ll stop in Midelt, a quiet town nestled between the Middle Atlas and High Atlas ranges, known for its cool climate and apple orchards. Here, you’ll have time to relax and enjoy the scenery.

• Overnight: Midelt
• Highlight: Sunrise in the Sahara, Ziz Valley, Midelt

Day 4: Midelt to Fes via Cedar Forests and Ifrane

After breakfast, continue your drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through forests of cedar trees. You may even spot Barbary macaques along the way. As you descend from the mountains, you’ll stop in Ifrane, a picturesque town often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” because of its alpine-style architecture and cool climate.

After a brief stop in Ifrane, you’ll continue your journey to Fes, where your tour will come to an end. Arrive in Fes in the afternoon and enjoy some time to explore this ancient city on your own.

• Highlight: Cedar Forests, Ifrane, Arrival in Fes