4 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech: Sahara, Gorges & Kasbahs
Why Choose This 4 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
This 4 day tour from Fes to Marrakech crosses Morocco at a relaxed pace, with a night in the Sahara. On the way, you also sleep in the Dades Valley and in Ouarzazate. As a result, the last two days have short drives and more time for visits.
Throughout the trip, you also travel privately with your own English-speaking driver-guide. Then you choose when to stop for photos, tea or a walk. In addition, breakfast and dinner are included every day.
However, if you have less time, see our 3 day desert trip from Fes.
| Duration | 4 days / 3 nights |
|---|---|
| Start | Your hotel or riad in Fes |
| End | Your hotel or riad in Marrakech |
| Route | Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga – Todra – Dades – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Telouet – Marrakech |
| Nights | 1 in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, 1 in a guesthouse in the Dades Valley, 1 in a riad in Ouarzazate |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner included |
| Price | From 475 € to 575 € per person, depending on group size |
Highlights of the 4 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
- To begin with, see Ifrane and the cedar forest of Azrou.
- Then ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
- Afterwards, sleep in a private tent in a desert camp.
- Later, walk in the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley.
- After that, visit Kasbah Amridil and the Atlas Film Studios.
- Finally, explore Ait Ben Haddou and Telouet before Marrakech.
4 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech: Itinerary
Day 1: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga
To begin with, your driver picks you up at your riad in Fes at about 8:30. Soon you reach Ifrane, a mountain town with sloping roofs built for the winter snow. Then you drive through the cedar forest near Azrou, where Barbary macaques live.
After that, you stop for lunch in Midelt, at the foot of Jbel Ayachi. Later, the road follows the palm groves of the Ziz Valley to Erfoud. There you can also visit a fossil workshop.
In the late afternoon, a camel guide leads you into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Meanwhile, dinner is waiting at your desert camp. Finally, you sleep in a private tent under the stars.
Day 2: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
If you wake early, climb a dune to watch the sunrise over Merzouga. Then you ride back by camel and have breakfast. After that, you drive west to Tinjdad, where sand mounds mark the old khettara water channels.
Later, you stop for lunch in the Todra Gorge and walk along the river. In the afternoon, you continue to the Dades Valley. Finally, you spend the night in a guesthouse above the valley.
Day 3: Valley of Roses – Skoura – Atlas Studios – Ouarzazate
Then, after breakfast, you follow the Valley of Roses to Kalaat M’Gouna, where you can also visit a rose cooperative. Soon you reach the Skoura oasis and visit Kasbah Amridil. In fact, this restored kasbah once appeared on the old 50-dirham note.
Later, you visit the Atlas Film Studios near Ouarzazate, where you walk among old film sets. Finally, you spend a relaxed evening in a riad in Ouarzazate.
Day 4: Ait Ben Haddou – Telouet – Marrakech
Then, after breakfast, you drive about 30 minutes to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you also walk through its earthen lanes to the top of the hill.
Then you follow the Ounila Valley to Telouet, the old palace of the Glaoui family. After lunch, you cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Finally, your driver drops you at your riad in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Expert tip from our driver-guides
Day 3 is short, so ask your driver for extra time in the Skoura palm grove or at a rose cooperative in spring. In addition, the rose harvest is in May, when the valley smells of roses. Finally, keep a warm layer handy, because the Middle Atlas and the desert are cold on winter nights.
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What Is Included
- Included
- Private air-conditioned van or 4x4, so you travel in comfort
- English-speaking driver-guide for the four days
- Pickup in Fes and drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
- One night in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi, in a private tent with bathroom and shower
- Two nights in a guesthouse and a riad, with private bathrooms
- Breakfast and dinner, with vegetarian and vegan options
- Camel ride with a guide in Erg Chebbi, about two hours in total
- Free sandboarding if you wish
- Berber drumming and music at the camp
- Tea and coffee at the camp
- Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips
- Personal extras, such as souvenirs
Good to Know Before You Book
- Pickup: we also collect you from your hotel or riad in Fes at about 8:30.
- Long day: Day 1 takes about 9 hours, although Days 3 and 4 are shorter.
- Lunches: lunches are not included, so bring some cash in dirhams.
- Luggage: take a small bag to the camp, while large suitcases stay in the vehicle.
- Camp: you sleep in a private tent, which also has its own bathroom and shower.
- Best time: spring and autumn are the most pleasant, while May is the season of roses.
- Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.
Price of the 4 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
| Group size | Price per person | Total price |
|---|---|---|
| 2 travellers | 575 € | 1,150 € |
| 3 travellers | 530 € | 1,590 € |
| 4 travellers | 515 € | 2,060 € |
| 5 travellers | 475 € | 2,375 € |
| 6 travellers | 475 € | 2,850 € |
Prices are per person in euros, because every tour is private. For 7 or more travellers, also ask us for a group quote.
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Fes → Ifrane → Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech
FAQ About the 4 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
What makes the Ziz Valley special?
In general, the Ziz Valley is one of the largest oases of Morocco. In fact, palm groves, kasbahs and villages follow the river for kilometres. Besides, the nearby Tafilalet is the cradle of the ruling Alaouite dynasty.
Where do we sleep on the 4 day tour from Fes to Marrakech?
To begin with, you sleep in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi. Then you spend one night in a guesthouse in the Dades Valley and one night in a riad in Ouarzazate.
What food will we eat?
In general, you eat Moroccan dishes such as tagine, couscous and fresh bread. In addition, vegetarian and vegan options are always available.
How high is the Tizi n’Tichka pass?
In fact, the Tizi n’Tichka pass rises to 2,260 metres in the High Atlas. Along the way, you also see Berber villages on the slopes. Read more about the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
Can I charge my phone at the camp?
Yes. In most camps, you can charge your phone in the main tent. However, power may be switched off late at night, so a power bank is useful.
How do I book the 4 day tour from Fes to Marrakech?
To begin with, fill in the booking form on this page or message us on WhatsApp. Then we confirm your date and pickup time by email.
Can I change the tour?
Yes. Since the tour is private, you can add a night or change the visits. Just tell us your ideas before you book.
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