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5 Day Desert & Cities Tour from Fes
5 Days / 4 Nights • 7 Max • From €1700 per person
The Journey
Perfect blend of Morocco's highlights - explore Sahara Desert, imperial cities, and Atlas Mountains. Visit Marrakech, Fes, Merzouga dunes, ancient kasbahs, and scenic valleys. Experience camel trekking, luxury desert camping, and cultural immersion.
Route Summary
| Day | Route |
|---|---|
| 01 | Full Day Fes Medina Discovery |
| 02 | Fes to Sahara Desert Journey |
| 03 | Complete Sahara Desert Experience |
| 04 | Sahara to Marrakech via High Atlas |
| 05 | Marrakech to Fes Imperial Route |
Day-by-Day Experience
Timeline
9:00 AM: Guided Fes Tour - Meet your local guide for medina exploration
10:00 AM: Chouara Tannery - Visit the famous leather tanning district
11:30 AM: Al Qaraouiyine University - World's oldest university exterior visit
12:30 PM: Traditional Medina Lunch - Authentic Moroccan meal in historic restaurant
2:00 PM: Bou Inania Madrasa - Islamic architecture and stunning courtyard
3:00 PM: Nejjarine Fountain - Historic fountain and artisan woodworking area
4:00 PM: Royal Palace - Exterior view of the Sultan's residence
5:00 PM: Souk Exploration - Navigate markets, pottery quarter, and Mellah
Evening: Free time and farewell dinner in Fes medina
Highlights
- Chouara Tannery
- Al Qaraouiyine University
- Bou Inania Madrasa
- Nejjarine Fountain
- Royal Palace
- Fes el-Bali medina
- Souks, Pottery Quarter, Mellah
Activities
- check_circle Full day guided tour
- check_circle Traditional lunch in medina
- check_circle Artisan workshops and cultural immersion
Timeline
8:00 AM: Fes Departure - Early morning drive through Middle Atlas Mountains
9:30 AM: Ifrane Alpine Town - Visit 'Little Switzerland' with European architecture
11:00 AM: Cedar Forest Wildlife - Barbary macaque spotting in cedar groves
12:30 PM: Midelt Lunch - Traditional meal in the apple-growing region
2:00 PM: Ziz Valley Scenery - Panoramic views and Ziz Gorges
4:00 PM: Erfoud Desert Gateway - Fossil town and final desert preparations
6:00 PM: Merzouga Arrival - Check into desert accommodation
Evening: Traditional dinner with desert views and relaxation
Highlights
- Ifrane (Little Switzerland)
- Cedar Forest
- Barbary macaques
- Midelt
- Ziz Valley panoramic views & Gorges
- Erfoud Desert Gateway
- Arrival at Sahara
Activities
- check_circle Mountain crossing through Middle Atlas
- check_circle Wildlife spotting (Barbary macaques)
- check_circle Scenic valley drives and Ziz Gorges exploration
- check_circle Arrival at desert edge and camp check-in
Timeline
8:00 AM: Camp Breakfast - Traditional Berber breakfast with fresh local products
9:30 AM: Khamlia Gnawa Village - Cultural immersion with traditional music performance
11:30 AM: Nomadic Family Visit - Meet desert families and learn about nomadic life
12:30 PM: Lunch at Camp - Traditional tagine with panoramic dune views
2:00 PM: Optional 4x4 Tour - Desert exploration and adventure activities
4:30 PM: Camel Trek Preparation - Meet your camels and experienced guides
5:30 PM: Sunset Camel Trek - Magical 1.5-hour ride across Erg Chebbi dunes
7:30 PM: Desert Camp - Luxury dinner, traditional music, and stargazing
Evening: Campfire entertainment and cultural performances
Highlights
- Khamlia Gnawa music village
- Nomadic families visit
- 4x4 desert tour
- Camel trek at sunset
- Luxury desert camp
- Traditional Berber music
- Stargazing
Activities
- check_circle Desert immersion
- check_circle Cultural villages and family visits
- check_circle Camel trekking across dunes
- check_circle Campfire under stars and entertainment
Timeline
6:00 AM: Desert Sunrise - Early wake-up for spectacular dune sunrise
7:30 AM: Camp Breakfast - Farewell desert breakfast
8:30 AM: Rissani Market - Ancient caravan trading post exploration
10:00 AM: Todra Gorge - Hike through the 300m canyon walls
12:00 PM: Lunch in Dades - Traditional meal in the Valley of Thousand Kasbahs
1:30 PM: Rose Valley Drive - Fragrant rose fields and gardens
3:00 PM: Ait Benhaddou Kasbah - UNESCO World Heritage site exploration
4:30 PM: Tizi n'Tichka Pass - Cross the 2,260m mountain pass
6:30 PM: Marrakech Arrival - Drop-off at your hotel in the Red City
Evening: Optional Jemaa el-Fnaa square exploration
Highlights
- Sunrise in Sahara
- Rissani Market
- Todra Gorge 300m
- Valley of Thousand Kasbahs
- Rose Valley
- Ait Benhaddou UNESCO
- Tizi n'Tichka Pass
Activities
- check_circle Desert sunrise experience
- check_circle Todra Gorge canyon hike
- check_circle Kasbah and rose valley tour
- check_circle Atlas Mountains crossing and scenic drive
Timeline
8:00 AM: Marrakech Breakfast - Early meal with Red City views
9:00 AM: Koutoubia Mosque - Exterior visit of Marrakech's great mosque
9:30 AM: Jemaa el-Fnaa Square - Morning activity at the main square
10:30 AM: Casablanca Drive - Coastal route with Hassan II Mosque view
1:00 PM: Rabat Lunch - Capital city with Hassan Tower and Kasbah Udayas
2:30 PM: Meknes Visit - Bab Mansour gate and imperial architecture
4:00 PM: Volubilis Optional - Roman ruins exploration (if time permits)
6:00 PM: Fes Arrival - Return to the Imperial City
Evening: Final night in Fes with traditional dinner
Highlights
- Marrakech highlights (Koutoubia, Jemaa el-Fnaa)
- Hassan II Mosque
- Hassan Tower
- Kasbah Udayas
- Bab Mansour
- Volubilis optional
Activities
- check_circle Imperial cities route (Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes)
- check_circle Scenic coastal drive
- check_circle Visit historical monuments and kasbahs
- check_circle Return to Fes with evening traditional dinner
What's Included
- hotel Hotel transfers
- directions_car Transportation during the tour
- restaurant Breakfast
- restaurant Dinner
- hotel Hotel accommodations
- camping Desert camp accommodations
- local_activity Guided tours in some cities
What's Not Included
- restaurant_menu Lunch
- local_drink Drinks and beverages
- volunteer_activism Tips and gratuities
- museum Entrance tickets
- shopping_bag Gifts and souvenirs
