7 Days Tour From Fez & Morocco Imperial Cities

Highlights

Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Erg Chebbi dunes on a camel ride through the Merzouga Sahara Desert

Watch the sun slowly set over the mesmerizing dunes, creating a truly unforgettable experience

Spend a night camping under the stars in the middle of the Merzouga Desert at a comfortable and well-equipped campsite

Immerse yourself in the local culture and visit a Nomadic family to learn more about their way of life

🕰️ Duration : 7 Days / 6 Nights

📍Start From : Fes (Fez)

🚗 Departs : All Year Round

🏠 Hotels : 4 & 3 Stars

🛩️ Arrival : Airport (Fes (Fez))

🗓️ Availability : Everyday

Overview

This tour commences in the historic city of Fez, travels through the picturesque Ifrane and the Atlas Mountains, and visits the cedar forests of Midelt and Imtogren. The itinerary includes a Merzouga desert excursion and a camel trek with a night spent in traditional Berber tents, as well as visits to the Rissani market and palm tree oasis. The tour also covers the Berber Dades Gorges, the scenic Dades Valley, the charming Roses Valley, the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, the Tizi n Tichka pass, and a guided exploration of Marrakech.

What's Included?

pickup and dropoff at accommodation is included in all our tours

Price Includes:

✅ Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD Fuel included
✅ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✅ Professional driver/Driver (Multilingual)
✅ Official art historian guide
✅ Bottled water
✅ You can stop everywhere to take photos
✅ 4 Nights in Hotel or Riad (Dinner & breakfast)
✅ 1 Night in desert Camp (Dinner & breakfast )
✅ Camel Ride in desert
✅ Sandboarding in Dunes

Price Excludes:

❎ Soft drinks
❎ Lunches
❎ Tips and gratuities
❎ Travel insurance
❎ Optional activities.
❎ Personal expenses on the itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 - Full Day Exploring Fes With A Local Guide

Day 2 - Fez / Ifrane / Azrou / Midelt / Imtghern / Merzouga

Day 3 - Full Day In Erg Chebbi Merzouga

Day 4 - Merzouga / Rissani / Todra Gorge / Dades Valley / Ouarzazate

Day 5 - Ouarzazate / Ait Benhaddou / Marrakech

Day 6 - Full Day To Explore Marrakech With Local Guide

Day 7 - Marrakech / Airport

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel or riad in Fes, where you will embark on a tour of the city's new town. As the cultural and religious capital of Morocco, Fes has a rich history, having been founded by Idris I in the 12th century, and serving as a center of Almohad power for many years. With one of the largest medinas in the Arab world, Fes is a city of great historical and cultural significance, featuring madrasas, souks, mosques, squares, palaces, and museums. Known as the artisanal capital of Morocco, the city is also home to a diverse range of craftsmen and artists. After dinner, spend the night in a traditional riad.

After breakfast, head southeast through the Central Atlas, passing through Ifrane (also known as Morocco's Switzerland), and make a stop at Azrou, the country's largest and most famous cedar forest, to see and interact with Barbary apes. Continue driving south and witness nomads residing in tents along the way. Enjoy a lunch break in Midelt before arriving at Errachidia or Imtoglen. This marks the start of a vast expanse of palm trees, creating a green oasis perfect for growing various fruits and vegetables in microclimates. Reach Erfoud, the economic hub of the Tafilalet region, where fossils abound as evidence of its past as a sea-covered area. The asphalt disappears and the Sahara tracks lead to the village of Merzouga, where you will have dinner and stay overnight in a hotel.

On this day, we will delve deeper into Erg Chebbi as we visit Camria and explore small villages and remote homes. We will also have the opportunity to meet with the nomads before embarking on a 4x4 camel ride in the evening. The night will be spent in a Berber tent in the heart of the desert, providing the perfect setting for stargazing.

After breakfast, you will depart for Rissani Markt, which used to be the center of ancient caravans from the Sahara Desert. You will then continue your journey through the semi-desert landscape, reaching the stunning oasis of Tinghir, known to be one of the most beautiful places in Morocco. Along the way, you will visit villages and follow the famous Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, a significant city in southern Morocco that is renowned for its booming film industry, with films such as Gladiator, Troy and The Mummy to its credit. Afterward, you will visit Taurirt's kasbah before enjoying dinner and spending the night at the hotel.

Following breakfast, travel to the impressive Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the beautiful Kasbah. Next, visit the stunning Kasbah of Telouet, the former palace of Pacha Glaoui, located on one of Morocco's most picturesque routes. After that, cross the highest mountain pass in Morocco, Tzi N TichKa (2,260 m), before arriving in the Imperial City of Marrakech. Spend the night in a traditional riad.

Following breakfast, embark on a full-day tour to explore the vibrant city of Marrakech. According to legend, the city was founded by a tribe from the other side of the Atlas Mountains who brought a large supply of dates and palm tree seeds. Known as the "Red City" due to the color of its walls, Marrakech is home to lush gardens irrigated by underground wells called khettaras, built by the Almoravids and Saharan nomads in the 11th century. Visit the tombs, Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Gardens, and the bustling souks. A visit to the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa square, where dancers, storytellers, acrobats, artisans, merchants, and snake charmers converge, is a must-see experience. Spend the night in a local riad in Marrakech.

Take advantage of a free day to explore the captivating city of Marrakech before transferring to the airport for your departure. This marks the end of our services.

Enjoy the drive

The drive from Fes Desert Tour to Marrakech via Merzouga is a scenic journey through the Central Atlas Mountains, passing through small towns, nomad camps, and beautiful oases. The highlight of the trip is a visit to the Erg Chebbi sand dunes in Merzouga, where visitors can take a camel ride and spend the night in a Berber tent. The journey also includes stops at historical and cultural sites such as Rissani Market, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech's famous landmarks.