10-Day Tour from Fes to Marrakech

Overview:

Embark on a 10-day journey from Fes to Marrakech, where you’ll explore Morocco’s diverse landscapes, ancient cities, and rich culture. Starting in Fes, a historic city with unique architecture and vibrant markets, this tour takes you through the Middle and High Atlas Mountains, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in the Sahara Desert, and picturesque valleys like the Dades and Roses Valleys. Highlights include camel trekking, overnight stays in Berber desert camps under starry skies, and visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites like Ait Ben Haddou. Conclude your journey in the bustling city of Marrakech before returning to Fes.

Tour Details:

Duration: 10 Days & 9 Nights
Departure Time: 08:00 AM
Starting Location: Fes
Ending Location: Fes

Highlights:

Guided tour of Fes and its Medina
Scenic drives through the Middle and High Atlas Mountains
Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi and an overnight stay in a desert camp
Visit the Todra Gorges and the lush Dades and Roses Valleys
Explore the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Discover Marrakech and its iconic Jamaa el Fna Square
Optional stop at Ouzoud Waterfalls during the return to Fes (seasonal)

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Fes

Pick-up from Fes Sais Airport and transfer to your riad in the heart of the Medina.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a stroll through the Medina.
Dinner and overnight stay in a riad.

Day 2: Guided Tour of Fes

After breakfast, explore Fes with a local guide.
Visit the Royal Palace, the Mellah (Jewish Quarter), the panoramic viewpoint from Borj Sud, and the bustling Medina.
Highlights include historic madrasas, mosques, tanneries, and artisan workshops.
Return to your riad for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane (known as “Little Switzerland”).
Visit the cedar forests of Azrou and meet the Barbary macaques.
Drive through the Ziz Valley with its lush palm groves and dramatic landscapes.
Arrive in Merzouga for a sunset camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a desert camp under the stars.

Day 4: Merzouga Exploration

Morning 4×4 excursion to explore the desert, visiting nomadic families and the Khamlia village for a traditional Gnawa music performance.
Enjoy the panoramic views of the dunes and oasis.
Camel ride to a nomadic-style desert camp for another night in the heart of the Sahara.

Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Witness the sunrise over the dunes and return to Merzouga by camel.
Visit Rissani’s traditional market and Erfoud’s fossil workshops.
Continue to Todra Gorges, where you can walk between the dramatic canyon walls.
Travel to the Dades Valley for dinner and an overnight stay in a local hotel.

Day 6: Dades Valley – Roses Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate

Drive through the scenic Dades Valley, stopping for breathtaking viewpoints.
Explore the Roses Valley and visit the Skoura Palm Grove.
Arrive in Ouarzazate and visit the Kasbah Taourirt and film studios.
Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 7: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech

Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for famous movies.
Drive through the Tizi Ntichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains, with photo stops along the way.
Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Free evening to explore Jamaa el Fna Square.

Day 8: Free Day in Marrakech

Enjoy a day at your leisure to explore Marrakech’s medina, souks, and landmarks, including the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Majorelle Garden.
Overnight stay in a riad.

Day 9: Marrakech – Middle Atlas – Fes

Travel back to Fes through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, with stops in Beni Mellal and Khenifra.
Optional visit to the Ouzoud Waterfalls (summer only).
Arrive in Fes in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 10: Departure from Fes