Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes

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Starting location

Marrakech

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Tour's Duration

5 Days

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Destination

Fes

Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes is a complete Moroccan journey designed for travelers who want to explore the country’s most iconic landscapes while sharing the experience with a small international group. This multi-day adventure connects Marrakech to Fes through the High Atlas Mountains, ancient kasbahs, Sahara Desert dunes, and authentic Berber regions.

Throughout this Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes, you will cross dramatic mountain passes, visit UNESCO-listed sites, discover traditional towns and villages, and experience the magic of the Sahara Desert. Highlights include camel trekking in Merzouga, nights in a desert camp under the stars, and cultural encounters with local communities.

Ideal for solo travelers, couples, and friends, the Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes offers a perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and cultural immersion, all at a relaxed pace that allows you to truly enjoy each destination.

Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass during the Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes, with panoramic views of Berber villages and valleys.
Visit the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its earthen architecture and cinematic history.
Explore Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” and discover its historic kasbahs and film locations.
Travel through the Rose Valley, Dades Gorges, and Todra Gorges, enjoying some of Morocco’s most dramatic natural landscapes.
Experience a memorable camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset, a highlight of the Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes.
Spend unforgettable nights in a desert camp, with traditional Berber music, local cuisine, and stargazing in the Sahara.
Enjoy scenic drives through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains, passing palm groves, cedar forests, and alpine-style towns.
Conclude the journey with a guided visit to the historic medina of Fes, one of the world’s best-preserved medieval cities.

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Availability

Daily

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Minimum

5-Person

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Max

17-Person

Detailled Itineray

Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes starts early in the morning with a pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. You will travel as part of a shared group, heading toward the High Atlas Mountains along winding roads that reveal panoramic views of Berber villages and terraced fields.

Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), the highest mountain pass in Morocco, with several scenic photo stops. Around midday, arrive at the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site built entirely of earthen clay. This historic ksar is well known for its appearances in movies and series such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

After a group lunch near the kasbah, continue to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Africa.” Depending on time and group preference, you may visit the exterior of Atlas Studios or the Taourirt Kasbah. Check in to a local hotel or riad, enjoy dinner, and rest for the night.

Overnight: Ouarzazate
Included: Transport, accommodation, dinner

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Rose Valley – Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga

After breakfast, the Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes continues toward Skoura Oasis, a fertile palm grove surrounded by historic kasbahs. Stop at Kasbah Amridil, one of the best-preserved examples of traditional Berber architecture in southern Morocco.

The journey continues through the Rose Valley, famous for its annual rose festival in spring, before entering the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Gorges. Red rock canyon walls and winding roads offer unforgettable scenery along the route.

Later, visit the impressive Todra Gorges, where towering limestone cliffs form a natural corridor. After free time for walking and photos, drive east through Erfoud and Rissani toward the Sahara Desert. By sunset, arrive in Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes to reach your desert camp, where dinner, Berber music, and storytelling await under the stars.

Overnight: Merzouga Desert Camp
Included: Camel ride, accommodation, breakfast, dinner, group transport

Day 3: Merzouga Exploration – Khamlia – Nomads – Rissani – Back to Camp

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Today focuses on desert discovery and cultural encounters.

Travel by 4×4 to Khamlia village, home to the Gnawa community, where you will experience traditional spiritual music. Continue off-road to visit a nomadic Berber family living in desert tents near the Algerian border and share mint tea while learning about their daily life.

In the afternoon, explore the market town of Rissani, known for its authentic souks, ksars, and date markets. Later, return to Merzouga to relax or enjoy another camel ride at sunset, depending on your selected option.

Overnight: Desert camp or hotel in Merzouga
Included: Breakfast, dinner, desert activities, cultural visits

Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes

After breakfast, continue the Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes northward through the scenic Ziz Valley, famous for its vast palm groves and dramatic contrasts between green oases and arid landscapes.

Stop near Errachidia’s dam for photos before reaching Midelt, located between the High and Middle Atlas Mountains, where you will have lunch. The road then leads through the Middle Atlas Mountains to the Cedar Forest of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques.

Continue to Ifrane, a town known for its alpine-style architecture and clean streets, often called Morocco’s “Little Switzerland.” By evening, arrive in Fes and check in to a traditional riad.

Overnight: Fes
Included: Transport, accommodation, breakfast

Day 5: Fes Medina Guided Tour – Free Afternoon

On the final day of the Shared 5-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes, meet your local guide for a guided visit of the ancient medina of Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Highlights include Al Quaraouiyine University, Bou Inania and Attarine madrasas, the Chouara Tanneries, and the Nejjarine Museum. After the tour, enjoy a free afternoon to explore at your own pace, shop for souvenirs, or relax in a café.

The tour officially ends in Fes, with the option to extend your stay or continue your onward journey.

Included: Guided tour, breakfast

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Included

Depends on the tour: Private or shared air-conditioned vehicles (4×4, minivan, minibus)
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Multilingual driver/guide (English, French, Spanish)
Camel trekking (only in desert tours)
Hotel or traditional riad stays (3-star, 4-star, or luxury options)
Daily breakfast and dinners (depending on the type of accommodation you choose)