5 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech: Sahara, Gorges & Kasbahs
Why Choose This 5 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
This 5 day tour from Fes to Marrakech gives you two nights in the Sahara and a relaxed pace through the south of Morocco. On the way, you also visit Khamlia and Rissani, walk in the gorges and see the kasbahs of Skoura and Ait Ben Haddou. Finally, you cross the High Atlas to Marrakech.
Throughout the trip, you also travel privately with your own English-speaking driver-guide. As a result, you stop wherever you like. In addition, breakfast and dinner are included every day.
However, if you have less time, see our 4 day desert tour from Fes.
| Duration | 5 days / 4 nights |
|---|---|
| Start | Your hotel or riad in Fes |
| End | Your hotel or riad in Marrakech |
| Route | Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga – Khamlia – Rissani – Todra – Dades – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Telouet – Marrakech |
| Nights | 2 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 560 € to 697 € per person, depending on group size |
Highlights of the 5 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
- To begin with, see Ifrane and the Barbary macaques of the Azrou cedar forest.
- Then ride a camel into Erg Chebbi and sleep two nights in a desert camp.
- Afterwards, hear Gnawa music in Khamlia and browse the souk of Rissani.
- 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.
5 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.
Then, after lunch in Midelt, the road follows the palm groves of the Ziz Valley to Erfoud. In the late afternoon, you also ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Meanwhile, dinner is waiting at your desert camp.
Day 2: A Day Around Merzouga – Khamlia and Rissani
Then, after breakfast, you visit Khamlia, where musicians play Gnawa music for you. Soon you visit Rissani, the cradle of the Alaouite dynasty, and its busy souk.
In fact, Rissani stands near the ruins of Sijilmassa, an old meeting point of the salt caravans. Later, you ride a camel at sunset and spend a second night at the camp.
Day 3: Merzouga – Tinjdad – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
If you wake early, watch the sunrise over Merzouga from a dune. After breakfast, 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. Finally, you spend the night in a guesthouse above the Dades Valley.
Day 4: Valley of Roses – Skoura – Atlas Studios – Ouarzazate
Then, after breakfast, you follow the Valley of Roses, where you can also visit a rose cooperative. Soon you reach the Skoura oasis and visit Kasbah Amridil, which once appeared on the old 50-dirham note.
Later, you visit the Atlas Film Studios near Ouarzazate. Finally, you spend a relaxed evening in a riad in Ouarzazate.
Day 5: Ait Ben Haddou – Telouet – Marrakech
Then, after breakfast, you drive about 30 minutes to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Soon you follow the Ounila Valley to Telouet, the old palace of the Glaoui family.
Later, 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
Two nights in the desert give you time to rest, so ask your guide for a short walk to the high dunes on Day 2. In addition, pack a warm layer, because desert nights are cold from November to February. Finally, keep small change in dirhams for mint tea and tips on the road.
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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 five days
- Pickup in Fes and drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
- Two nights 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 rides with a guide in Erg Chebbi
- Free sandboarding if you wish
- Berber drumming and music at the camp
- Tea and coffee at the camp
- Not included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips
- Entrance fees to monuments
Good to Know Before You Book
- Pickup: we also collect you from your hotel or riad in Fes at about 8:30.
- Two desert nights: you have a full day around Merzouga, so the pace stays relaxed.
- Long day: Day 1 takes about 9 hours, although your driver plans regular stops.
- 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.
- Best time: spring and autumn are the most pleasant, because summer days are very hot.
- Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.
Price of the 5 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
| Group size | Price per person | Total price |
|---|---|---|
| 2 travellers | 697 € | 1,394 € |
| 3 travellers | 605 € | 1,815 € |
| 4 travellers | 575 € | 2,300 € |
| 5 travellers | 560 € | 2,800 € |
| 6 travellers | 560 € | 3,360 € |
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 → Rissani → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech
FAQ About the 5 Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Can I join the tour with limited mobility?
In general, yes, because most visits are short. However, camel rides and walks in the gorges can be hard, so tell us before you book and we will suggest alternatives.
What is the best time for the 5 day tour from Fes to Marrakech?
In general, the best months are March to May and September to November. In summer, however, the desert is very hot, while winter nights are cold.
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 do I prepare for the desert?
Above all, drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen and dress in layers. Also read our guide on what to wear in the Sahara.
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.
Can I bring my luggage?
Yes. Large suitcases stay safely in the vehicle while you sleep at the camp. So pack a small backpack with what you need for the night.
Is the 5 day tour from Fes to Marrakech private?
Yes. In fact, only your group travels with your driver-guide. Therefore, you can change the pace or add a night. So, to book, fill in the form or message us on WhatsApp.
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