8 Day Fez to Marrakech and Desert
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Fez Arrival
Arrive at Fez Airport and transfer to your riad in the medina. Enjoy free time depending on your flight arrival.
Day 2: Fez City Tour
Explore Fez with an official guide, visiting the key sites within the Fes el Bali and Fes el Jedid sections of the medina. The afternoon is free for shopping or further exploration. Overnight in your riad.
Day 3: Fez - Erg Chebbi Dunes
Drive to Ifrane, the "Moroccan Switzerland," and explore the Ifrane National Park, known for its cedar forests and Barbary macaques. Continue through the Ziz Valley to Erfoud, famous for its fossils. Arrive in Merzouga and embark on a camel trek (or 4x4) into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy a magical evening in a luxury desert camp.
Day 4: Erg Chebbi Dunes - Merzouga
Witness a breathtaking desert sunrise before returning to Merzouga (by camel or 4x4). Visit Khamlia, known for its Gnawa music, and enjoy a performance. Explore the former Paris-Dakar Rally tracks and visit nomad families. Enjoy panoramic views of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Merzouga.
Day 5: Merzouga - Dades Valley
Visit the traditional market in Rissani. Continue through the pre-Saharan valleys, passing kasbahs and Berber villages. Explore the dramatic Todra Gorges. Overnight in a charming riad in the Dades Valley.
Day 6: Dades Valley - Marrakech
Explore the Valley of Roses. Visit the Kasbah of Taourirt in Ouarzazate. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass and descend to Marrakech. Check into your riad.
Day 7: Marrakech City Tour
Explore Marrakech with an official guide, visiting historical monuments and the vibrant Jemaa el-Fna Square. The afternoon is free for further exploration or shopping. Overnight in your riad.
Day 8: Marrakech Departure
Transfer to Marrakech Airport for your departure flight. Enjoy free time in the morning if your flight schedule allows.
Included:
- Airport transfers in Fez and Marrakech
- Private vehicle with driver
- 7 nights half-board (dinner & breakfast): 2 in Fez riad (breakfast only), 1 in Merzouga desert camp, 1 in Merzouga hotel, 1 in Dades Valley riad, 2 in Marrakech riad (breakfast only)
- Camel trek in Erg Chebbi dunes (or 4x4 alternative)
- Guided tours of Fez and Marrakech
Not Included:
- Flights
- Dinners in Fez and Marrakech
- Lunches & beverages
- Museum/monument entrance fees
- Tips
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FAQ
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The end of the tour depends on the circuit
To arrange your airport transfers, all you need to do is provide us with your flight details, including your arrival and departure times.