Marrakech to Fes – 5 Days Desert Tour | Ultimate Sahara Adventure
Duration
5 days
Max People
30
Min Age
1+
Pickup
Airpot
Travel from Marrakech to Fes through the Sahara Desert. Cross Atlas Mountains, visit Ait Benhaddou, Todra Gorge & sleep under stars in Merzouga dunes.
Looking for an unforgettable Marrakech to Fes desert tour ? This 5-day Sahara adventure takes you from the bustling streets of Marrakech to the imperial charm of Fes , with stops at Ait Benhaddou , Todra Gorge , Erfoud , and the legendary Erg Chebbi Dunes in Merzouga . Includes camel trek, luxury desert camp, local guides, and scenic drives through Morocco’s most iconic landscapes. Perfect for travelers who want to experience culture, history, and nature—all in one unforgettable journey.
Are you planning a trip across Morocco and looking for the best way to travel from Marrakech to Fes ?
Instead of flying or taking a direct bus, why not make the journey part of the adventure?
The Marrakech to Fes desert tour is one of the most popular overland routes in Morocco, combining imperial cities, mountain passes, ancient kasbahs, lush oases, and golden dunes —all in just 5 days .
According to the Moroccan Ministry of Tourism , this route ranks among the top itineraries for travelers wanting to experience the Sahara Desert without spending weeks on the road .
In this guide, we’ll walk you through:
- The full day-by-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour
- What’s included in the package
- How to customize your trip
- Insider tips to enhance your journey
Whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with family, this Marrakech to Fes tour promises a rich and unforgettable Moroccan experience.
🐫 Can’t-Miss Experiences
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou kasbah
- Hike through Todra Gorge’s narrow canyons
- Visit fossil workshops in Erfoud
- Ride camels into the golden Erg Chebbi dunes
- Sleep under the stars in a luxury desert camp
- Spot Barbary macaques in Ifrane National Park
🍽️ Traditional Foods You’ll Try Along the Way
- Tagine with lamb and prunes
- Couscous with seven vegetables
- Fresh mint tea (the national drink)
- B’stilla (savory pie)
- Grilled meats and dates in the desert
🏨 Accommodation Options
- Boutique riads in Marrakech and Fes
- Comfortable kasbah hotels in Ouarzazate and Erfoud
- Luxury desert camps with full amenities
⚙️ Customization Options
- Choose between 3-day, 4-day, or 5-day itineraries
- Start/end in Casablanca, Tangier, or Fez
- Add extra services like cooking classes, hammam spa, or photography tours
- Upgrade accommodation levels
- Family-friendly or honeymoon packages available
🧾 What’s Included in the Tour?
- Private modern air-conditioned vehicle (SUV/minibus) with fuel
- English-speaking driver/guide throughout
- Selected riads, kasbahs, and hotels
- Local guide in Ait Benhaddou
- Entrance fees to all monuments and attractions
- Camel trek + overnight stay in a luxury desert camp
- Breakfast and dinner daily
- Bottled water during the trip
- 24/7 support team in Morocco
✈️ Flexible start/end points. We can adjust the tour to begin or end in Casablanca, Marrakech, or Fes.
Tour Plan
Start your journey early from Marrakech , crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi-n-Tichka Pass (7,417 ft).
Stop at Ait Benhaddou , a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for major movies like Gladiator , Game of Thrones , and Lawrence of Arabia .
Arrive in Ouarzazate , known as the "Hollywood of Africa" , where you can visit Atlas Studios or the Cinema Museum .
Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Drive through the Valley of Roses , famous for its rosewater production.
Continue to Dades Valley , passing by unique rock formations called Monkey Toes .
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before heading to Tamtatoucht , a traditional Berber village near Todra Gorge .
Overnight in Tamtatoucht.
Begin the day with a short hike in Todra Gorge , where towering cliffs form a dramatic canyon.
Continue to Erfoud , known for its fossil quarries and palm groves .
Visit a fossil workshop to see how ancient marine life has been preserved in limestone.
Overnight in Erfoud.
Head to Merzouga , home to the Erg Chebbi dunes .
Along the way, stop at Dayet Srij Lake and the Gnawa village of Khamlia .
Arrive at the dunes just before sunset and go on a camel trek to your luxury desert camp .
Dinner and stargazing under the Saharan sky.
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the dunes .
Return by camel to your vehicle and begin the drive north toward Fes .
Lunch in Midelt , then pass through cedar forests in Ifrane National Park , home to Barbary macaques .
Cross the High Atlas Mountains again and arrive in Fes by evening.
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