7-Day Tour from
Fes to Marrakech
A Morocco journey via the Sahara desert by Tarhanine Morocco Tours
Tour Overview
Tour Length:
7 Days / 6 Nights
Start City:
Fes
End City:
Marrakech
Price Range:
€TBD
Destinations Included:
Fes, Ifrane, Midelt, Errachidia, Erfoud, Merzouga Sahara Desert, Rissani, Todgha Gorges, Dades Valley, Ait Benhaddou, Tizi n’Tichka, Marrakech
7-Day Tour from
Fes to Marrakech
A Morocco journey via the Sahara desert by Tarhanine Morocco Tours
Tour Overview
Tour Length:
7 Days / 6 Nights
Start City:
Fes
End City:
Marrakech
Price Range:
€TBD
Destinations Included:
Fes, Ifrane, Midelt, Errachidia, Erfoud, Merzouga Sahara Desert, Rissani, Todgha Gorges, Dades Valley, Ait Benhaddou, Tizi n’Tichka, Marrakech
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About this Tour
This 7-day itinerary connects the spiritual city of Fes with Marrakech through the Middle Atlas, the Sahara dunes of Merzouga (Erg Chebbi), and Morocco’s classic kasbah route.
The journey includes time to explore Fes, a camel ride and desert camp night in Merzouga, and scenic stops through Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, and Ait Ben Haddou before crossing the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass into Marrakech.
Highlights
Your 7-Day Route: At a Glance
Best for:
Travelers who want time in Fes plus a full Sahara and kasbah route to Marrakech
Route:
7 Days / 6 Nights
Start City:
Fes
End City:
Marrakech
Route:
Fes (2 days) → Ifrane → Azrou cedar forest → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Erfoud → Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) → Rissani → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Tizi n’Tichka → Marrakech
Signature
moments:
Fes medina discovery • Camel ride in Erg Chebbi • Desert sunrise • Berber family visit • Todra canyon walk • Dades Valley landscapes • Kasbah Taourirt • Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO) • High Atlas crossing
Overnights:
2 nights in Fes • 2 nights in Merzouga Sahara Desert • 1 night in Dades Valley • 1 night in Ouarzazate • Overnight in Marrakech (as written)
Itinerary Route
Explore Morocco on a 7-Day Itinerary
This itinerary is designed to give you time to explore Fes before heading south through mountains,
dunes, gorges, and kasbah towns, ending in Marrakech.
Day 1: Fes (Arrival)
Arrival in Fes. Welcome and transfer from the airport to your riad. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Fes
Day 2: Fes (Full Day of Discovery)
Spend the day exploring Fes. Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, known for its long academic history, and continue to the Nejjarine Museum of Wood Arts and Crafts, set in a restored caravanserai. See Bab Bou Jeloud, a well-known gate and landmark in the city.
Return to your riad to rest after a full day in the medina.
Overnight: Fes
Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)
Depart Fes toward the Sahara with stops in Ifrane (known for its European-style architecture) and Azrou, where cedar forests and Barbary macaque monkeys can be seen. After lunch in Midelt, continue through the palm groves of the Ziz Valley and the Erfoud area before reaching Merzouga.
At the end of the day, enjoy a sunset camel ride in the dunes of Erg Chebbi, followed by an overnight stay in a desert camp under the stars.
Overnight: Merzouga Sahara Desert
Day 4: Merzouga Desert (Sahara Day)
This day is dedicated to the Sahara. Begin with sunrise in the dunes, then visit a local Berber family for tea and to learn about traditional daily life. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the desert camp, with music and stargazing.
Overnight: Merzouga Sahara Desert
Day 5: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Leave Merzouga and travel toward the Todra Gorges, a canyon known for its rock walls and walking routes. After time in the gorges, continue to the Dades Valley, known for rock formations and kasbah landscapes.
Enjoy dinner and a quiet night in Dades Valley.
Overnight: Dades Valley
Day 6: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou
Travel to Ouarzazate, known for its film history. Visit Kasbah Taourirt, and if interested, visit Atlas Studios. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site with mudbrick architecture. Enjoy lunch and explore the site.
Dinner and overnight stay in Ouarzazate.
Overnight: Ouarzazate
Day 7: Ouarzazate – Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Marrakech
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with panoramic viewpoints along the road. Arrive in Marrakech and drop off at your accommodation.
Overnight: Marrakech (as written in your itinerary)
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The sample itineraries on our website are a starting point. Once we know your travel dates and preferences, we tailor the route to create a smooth experience from arrival to departure.
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frequently asked questions
7-Day Tour from
Fes to Marrakech – FAQs
Didn't see your questions?
Q1: How long is this tour from Fes to Marrakech?
It is 7 days / 6 nights, starting in Fes and ending in Marrakech.
Q2: Is there time to explore Fes before heading to the desert?
Yes. The itinerary includes two days in Fes (arrival day + a full discovery day).
Q3: Do we stay in a desert camp in Merzouga?
Yes. The tour includes an overnight stay in a desert camp in Merzouga, and the itinerary includes two nights in Merzouga Sahara Desert.
Q4: Is there a camel ride in Erg Chebbi dunes?
Yes. Day 3 includes a sunset camel ride in the dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Q5: Do we visit Todra Gorges and Dades Valley?
Yes. Day 5 includes Todra Gorges and continues to Dades Valley for an overnight stay.
Q6: Do we visit Ait Ben Haddou and cross the Atlas to Marrakech?
Yes. Day 6 includes Ait Ben Haddou, and Day 7 crosses the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Marrakech.
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