8-DAY TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKESH

8-day tour from Fes to Marrakesh Overview:

This 8-day tour from Fes to Marrakesh will let you explore Morocco‘s cultural and natural wonders. Start from the Fes ancient medina and vibrant souks. Encounter Barbary macaque monkeys in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Spend a night in a Sahara Desert camp and ride camels at sunset. Visit Todra Gorges and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou. Conclude your tour in Marrakech, where you can explore its historic landmarks and bustling souks before bidding farewell to Morocco.

Price Includes:

• Pick-up and drop-off services.
• Air-Conditioned vehicle (4×4 / minivan or bus)
• Experienced English/Spanish-speaking driver/guide.
• 5-night stay in a Hotel/Riad.
• 2-night stay in a desert camp.
• Daily Breakfast.
• Dinners and welcome dinner.
• Snacks and drinks during road trips.
• Entrance tickets.
• Camel Trek and Sandboarding in Merzouga.
• Tips.

Price Excludes:

• Dinners in Marrakech and Fes.
• Lunches.
• Personal expenses.
• Alcoholic Beverages.
• Tips (optional).

Highlights:

• Visit and explore Fes medina.
• Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Atlas.
• Cedar Forest and its wild monkeys.
• The panoramic view of Ziz Valley.
• Ride a camel across the dunes.
• Watch the sunset and the sunrise over the dunes.
• Hearty dinner and Berber music around the campfire.
• Spend the night at a desert camp.
• Enjoy a walk through Todra canyons.
• Explore Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
• Explore Marrakech, the red city.

ITINERARY:

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN FES AND TRANSFER TO YOUR ACCOMMODATION

On the first day of the 8-day tour from Fes to Marrakesh, our driver will be waiting for you at the airport to pick you up and take you to your accommodation. Depending on your arrival time, you can take a walk to enjoy the medina before we invite you to a delightful Welcome Dinner. All these services are provided free of charge as our way of saying thank you for choosing us.

DAY 2- FULL DAY IN FES – GUIDED TOUR

This morning, after breakfast, join a local guide to explore the oldest Medieval medina of the first Imperial Metropolis, Fes. This UNESCO World Heritage Site will fascinate you with its vibrant colors, sounds, and aromas. During the tour, we will visit the oldest University in the World, the Kairaouine.
Mosque and two Islamic non-secular universities, Medersas Attarine, and Bou Anania. We will also stroll through the Medina’s streets, taking in the sights of Tanneries and the Ceramics factory.
After that, you will have the opportunity to see the largest medina in the world from a panoramic spot.
Finally, we will spend the second night at the riad.

DAY 3: FES – IFRANE – MIDELT – ZIZ VALLEY – MERZOUGA

Today, we will leave Fes and drive through Ifrane, this beautiful and quiet town known as the Switzerland of Morocco. Our next stop will be at Cedar Forest, where you can interact with and feed the playful monkeys. After having a hearty lunch at a local restaurant, we will rest for a while and then continue our journey through the breathtaking Tizi N Talghamt to reach Errachidia. Here, we will stop to admire the panoramic view of the stunning Ziz Valley. Finally, we will arrive at the Merzouga Desert and embark on an unforgettable camel ride to our camp. Once we arrive, after this long day, you deserve a delicious dinner, followed by a magical evening of Berber music under the starry sky.

Driving distance: 465 KM
Driving time: 7 Hs.

DAY 4: MERZOUGA OFF-ROAD TOUR – VISIT NOMADS – GNAWA MUSIC EXPERIENCE

Today is the day to explore the Merzouga region! Experience the serenity of the desert as you watch breathtaking sunrise views. Embark on an adrenaline-filled 4×4 desert adventure and visit the nomadic families. Immerse yourself in the vibrant Gnawa live music scene at Khamlia Village.
In the evening, you can enjoy the sunset with one of the optional desert activities, such as quad or buggy rides. Finally, indulge in luxury and relaxation at a luxurious riad or camp.

Driving distance: 60 KM.
Driving time: 1.5 Hs.

DAY 5: MERZOUGA – Er-RISSANI – ERFOUD – DODRA GORGE – DADES VALLEY

After breakfast, we will begin our journey by exploring the lively local souk in Rissani, a significant stopping point for Saharan caravan routes and renowned for its high-quality dates and spices. You will have the chance to discover its hidden treasures. Our next stop is Erfoud City, where you can find the fascinating history and fossils of this region. Get ready to be amazed by the breathtaking Todra Gorge, Berber villages, and old Kasbahs before settling into your Riad at Dades Valley.

Driving distance: 265 KM
Driving time: 4h 30’.

DAY 6: DADES VALLEY – ROSE VALLEY – OURZAZATE – HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS – MARRAKESH

After breakfast, we will begin the final day of our five-day tour to Ouarzazate, often referred to as the Hollywood of Africa. We will take a fascinating tour of the famous Atlas Studio and marvel at the stunning kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. We’ll then enjoy a delectable lunch and embark on a journey through the majestic Atlas Mountains, where you’ll have the opportunity to capture unforgettable moments of breathtaking landscapes. Finally, we will end our tour in the charming city of Marrakech.

Driving distance: 330 KM
Driving time: 5h 30’.

Day 7: MARRAKESH GUIDED TOUR

Today, you will take a guided sightseeing tour.
The tour will be led by an experienced local guide who will take you to visit some of Marrakech’s most famous landmarks, including the Mosque of Koutoubia, the Medina and its souks and narrow alleys, the Saadian Tombs, Bahia and Badi Palaces, Ali Ben Youssef Koranic School, and the beautiful Majorelle Gardens.
After the tour, you will return to your traditional Riad in the Medina.

DAY 8: TRANSFERT TO YOUR AIRPORT AND THE END OF 8-DAY TOUR FROM FES TO MARRAKESH

Today is the last day of our 8-day tour from Fes to Marrakesh. Our driver will transfer you to your airport. This concludes our services for the 8-day tour from Fes to Marrakesh Morocco tour through Merzouga Sahara Desert.