Overview :
Morocco Tour Itinerary : 5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech . In just 5 days and 4 nights, you’ll get to see so many amazing places. The trip starts in Fes. First, we will visit Morocco’s Switzerland, Ifrane, as well as the cedar forest. Stop for lunch in Midelt before driving down the magnificent Ziz River. Following that, we arrive at the Sahara desert of Merzouga. You can ride camels and spend the night in a luxury camp in the middle of the desert. Also, enjoy the stunning sunset and dawn in the Sahara. You will also visit Rissani traditional market and Erfoud, the fossil town. Then explore the Todra gorges, the Dades gorges, and the many Kasbahs, including Ait Ben Haddou and Amridil.Finally, cross the High Atlas mountains and the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. The tour ends in Marrakech.
- Duration : 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Starting Location : Fes
- Ending Location : Marrakech
- Departure : Everyday
Tour Highlights :
- Traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N'tichka pass.
- Stop at Azrou cedar forest and see Barbary Apes
- Discover the historic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and the Berber village life.
- Stroll along the Todra oasis and explore the towering Todgha gorges.
- Experience a memorable camel ride amidst the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
- Spend the night under the starlit sky in a Merzouga Sahara desert camp.
5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech Itinerary :
Day 1 :
Fes – Ifrane – Cedars forest- Midelt – Ziz valley – Merzouga Sahara
The 5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech begins with an early pick-up from the airport or your hotel in Fes. Then we drive south through Imouzzer to Ifrane, which is famous for its cold temperatures, snow, and alpine-style residences. It’s no surprise that it’s known as Morocco’s Switzerland. Then we head to the cedar forest, where the Barbary Macaques live. Feel free to feed them while strolling through the forest. Later, we will travel to Midelt, where lunch will be provided. Then we go to the Sahara desert, driving across the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and down the Ziz river.
In the afternoon, we arrive in the Sahara desert of Merzouga, where you will switch to camels to cross the sandy desert. A pause will be made for you to admire the spectacular sunset from the top of a high dune. Then go to the desert luxury camp, where you may listen to Berber drum music while dancing around the campfire beneath the huge open sky of stars. Dinner and stay at the camp.
Day 2 :
Explore Merzouga region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga lake – Erg Chebbi – palm grove
Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the lovely sunrise in the middle of the desert. Free time for breakfast. Then you ride camels back to Merzouga, where the driver awaits. We dedicate the day to exploring the Merzouga region. The area contains numerous magnificent sights, including sand dunes, wild lakes, mines, fossil locations, and fabulous oasis. Which are perfect locations for a variety of outdoor sports.
We begin our excursion in Merzouga by driving off-road to see an ancient eyeliner mine. Then we pay the nomads a visit in their hand-woven tent. Drink Berber tea and learn about their way of life. Our next stop is Khamlia village, where you may enjoy Gnaoua music and dance performances. Its residents are from sub-Saharan African nations such as Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Free time for lunch at a restaurant. Following that, we take a stroll around the palm tree grove. Then drive a few kilometers to visit the wild lake of Merzouga, commonly known as Flamingo Lake. Dinner and overnight At a hotel.
Day 3 :
Merzouga Sahara – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
After breakfast, we leave the desert to reach Rissani, Tafilalet’s old capital. Rissani remains an important trading center in the region, with a thriving souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
After a tour around Rissani Souk, we continue to Erfoud to visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. We next drive via Touroug and Tinjdad palm fields to reach the Todra Gorges. The course of the Todra River has cut out a magnificent canyon through the mountains, resulting in a steep red cliff-sided canyon. These gorges are perfect for rock climbing. Feel free to roam through the gorges and enjoy the scenery. Free time for lunch at a restaurant.
Then we continue to the Dades valley, through Boumalne Dades. Inevitable stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation. And on a spot atop a mountain overlooking the Dades valley. Finally, dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Day 4 :
Dades Valley – Roses Valley – Palm Groves of Skoura – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, we continue our trip to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Rose valley. The Rose Festival takes place in May. Locals sell a variety of rose items, including perfumes, rose water, oil, and cosmetics. Free time for lunch. We then drive through Skoura’s palm groves to see the Kasbah of Amridil. Finally, we arrive at Ouarzazate and see the studios where famous movies were shot, as well as the Taourirt Kasbah. Dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Day 5 :
Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah- Telouet – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
On the final day, we go to see the famed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. A fortified settlement designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The Kasbah has appeared in movies like as Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, as well as TV series like Game of Thrones. Then we drive to Marrakesh over the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass and the High Atlas Mountains. Stops will be made for lunch and to take photographs at noteworthy locations. Finally, we will drop you off at the airport or your hotel in Marrakech. End of the 5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech.
What is Included and Excluded in 5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech :
Included :
- modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 1-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
- Dinner & Breakfast.
- Overnight in desert camp
- Camel Trekking in the Sahara Merzouga.
Excluded :
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Beverages
Important :
Bear in mind that this is just a tour itinerary suggestion, if it does not match what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us We will organize a different itinerary based on your preferences and your stay duration. We offer customized and tailor-made tours and trips all around Morocco
Cancellation policy for the 5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech :
For a full refund, kindly cancel your 5 Days Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech at least 7 days before the scheduled date. If the cancellation occurs within 7 days of your trip, the deposit becomes nonrefundable. Nevertheless, it remains valid for future use if you choose to reschedule. To initiate the cancellation process, please send us an email.
