5 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Overview:
An In-Depth Journey Through the Sahara Desert, Atlas Mountains, and Imperial Heritage
We present a 5 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech, designed for travelers who want to experience Morocco at a comfortable pace while traveling between two of the country’s most iconic imperial cities. This itinerary combines mountain scenery, oasis valleys, golden Sahara dunes, and ancient kasbahs, offering a rich blend of culture, adventure, and natural beauty.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Midelt
We depart from Fes and travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stop is Ifrane, known for its alpine architecture and clean streets. We continue to the Azrou Cedar Forest, where Barbary macaques live among ancient trees.
Driving through the lush Ziz Valley, filled with palm groves and fortified villages, we enjoy panoramic viewpoints along the way. By evening, we arrive in Midelt, a peaceful town between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains.
Overnight: Hotel in Midelt
Highlights: Middle Atlas landscapes, cedar forests, Ziz Valley
Day 2: Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, we continue our journey south, passing through desert towns and oases. The scenery gradually changes as we approach the Sahara. In the afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga, located at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Camels take us across the golden dunes to our desert camp. We enjoy a spectacular sunset, followed by dinner and traditional Berber music around the campfire.
Overnight: Luxury desert camp in Merzouga
Highlights: Sahara landscapes, camel trekking, desert sunset
Day 3: Merzouga Desert Exploration – Todra Gorges
We wake early to watch sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, we explore the Merzouga region by 4×4 vehicle:
Visit nomadic families
Experience Gnawa music in Khamlia village
Discover desert landscapes and fossil areas
In the afternoon, we leave the desert and travel toward the dramatic Todra Gorges, one of Morocco’s most impressive canyon formations.
Overnight: Hotel near Todra Gorges
Highlights: Desert culture, off-road adventure, canyon scenery
Day 4: Todra Gorges – Dades Valley – Valley of Roses – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, we drive through the scenic Dades Valley, famous for its winding roads and rock formations. Continuing through the Valley of Roses, we pass traditional villages and local cooperatives.
We arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and a center of Moroccan cinema.
Overnight: Hotel in Ouarzazate
Highlights: Valley landscapes, kasbah architecture, desert gateway
Day 5: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
On the final day, we visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most iconic fortified villages. We then cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying spectacular mountain views.
In the afternoon, we arrive in Marrakech, where the tour concludes with a drop-off at your riad or hotel.
Highlights: UNESCO kasbah, High Atlas scenery, tour conclusion
What Is Included in the 5 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Private air-conditioned transportation
Professional English-speaking driver
Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
Luxury desert camp accommodation
Desert 4×4 excursion
Carefully selected hotels and riads
Daily breakfasts and selected dinners
Why Choose This 5-Day Fes to Marrakech Tour
Relaxed pace with deeper exploration
Authentic Sahara Desert experience
Scenic route through mountains and valleys
Ideal balance of culture and adventure
Our 5 Days Tour from Fes to Marrakech offers a complete and memorable Moroccan experience. From cedar forests and lush valleys to golden Sahara dunes and ancient kasbahs, this journey connects Morocco’s landscapes, cultures, and history in a smooth and enriching adventure between two imperial cities.