8 Days Tour from Fes

Transportation
4×4 vehicle
Local Guide
English, Spanish
Accomodation
Hotels, Riads, Camps
Departure from
Fes
Arrival on
fes

Overview

Join our 8 days tour from Fes to the Imperial Cities and Merzouga Desert, offering a true taste of Morocco rich culture and stunning landscapes. This tour will captivate your senses with the vibrant colors, sounds, and aromas of ancient cities, beautiful mosques, bustling markets, and exquisite handicrafts. Experience the magic of historical sites, including Roman ruins, palaces, tanneries, and gardens that echo the country’s storied past. Journey through picturesque agricultural lands, orange and olive groves, and the magnificent Middle Atlas Mountains, where breathtaking scenery awaits at every turn.

Highlights

Visit the Archeological Site of Volubilis.
Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
Visit Azrou cedar forest and see Barbary Apes
Panoramic views of Erg Chebbi dunes.
Experience a camel ride in the Merzouga Sahara.
Watch the sunset over the sand dunes.
Try sandboarding on the dunes.
Enjoy a hearty dinner and campfire party with Berber drums
Overnight camping at a Merzouga Desert camp.
Explore Merzouga and visit a nomad family.
Visit Atlas Studio and Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate.
Explore the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
Admire the spectacular landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.

Day 1 :

Fes – Meknes – Volubilis – Rabat (209 km)

Start your 8 days tour from Fes to the Imperial Cities and Merzouga with a departure from Fes at 8:30 am, heading towards Meknes. Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a glimpse into Morocco’s rich history. Continue to Meknes, known for its impressive walls and gates, particularly the grand Bab Mansour. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Rabat, where you will explore its historic landmarks and spend the night in your accommodation.

Day 2 :

Rabat – Casablanca – Marrakech (326 km)

Begin your day with a visit to Rabat’s Oudaya Kasbah, a beautiful fortress with stunning gardens. Travel to Casablanca to see the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco, renowned for its stunning architecture. Continue your journey to Marrakech, where you will settle into your accommodation for the night.

Day 3 :

Marrakech Sightseeing with a Local Guide

Discover the vibrant city of Marrakech with a guided tour. Visit the famous Djemaa El Fna square, where you can sample dried fruits and fresh orange juice. Explore the Majorelle Gardens, the Koutoubia Mosque, El Bahia Palace, the Quranic school Ben Youssef Medersa, and the Saadian Tombs. After a full day of sightseeing, return to your accommodation for another night in Marrakech.

Day 4 :

Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate (198 km)

Depart from Marrakech at 8:30 am and head towards Ouarzazate, passing through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Visit the Telouet Kasbah and enjoy lunch at the foot of the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore this iconic location, known for its role in many famous films, before continuing to Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 5 :

Ouarzazate – Skoura – Dades Gorges (135 km)

After breakfast, start your day with a visit to the Kasbah of Taourirt in Ouarzazate. Drive towards the Dades Gorges, stopping to explore the Skoura oasis and the town of M’gouna, famous for its rose products. Enjoy lunch and take a short walk to see the caves along the way. Continue to the Dades Gorges, where you will spend the night in a hotel.

Day 6 :

Dades Gorges – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert (274 km)

Start your day with breakfast before driving to the Todra Gorges, where you can enjoy the stunning natural beauty and take a walk along the river. Continue through the town of Tinjdad, stopping for lunch before reaching the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. Upon arrival, enjoy a refreshing mint tea and embark on a camel trek to watch the sunset over the dunes. Spend the night in a desert camp, enjoying a traditional dinner and Berber music around the campfire.

Day 7 :

Merzouga Desert – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Midelt (336 km)

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast and a camel ride back to the hotel for a shower. Travel to Midelt, passing through Erfoud, known for its fossil products, and the picturesque Ziz Valley, with its stunning palm groves. Arrive in Midelt, located at the foot of the Ayachi Mountain, for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 8 :

Midelt – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes (217 km)

After breakfast, depart from Midelt and travel through the Tizi n’Talghmt pass, making your way to Azrou. Stop to see the Barbary apes in the cedar forests before continuing to Ifrane, a charming town known as “Little Switzerland” for its alpine-style architecture. Enjoy lunch before heading back to Fes, where your 8 days tour from Fes to the Imperial Cities and Merzouga Desert concludes.