- Itinerary : 6 Days Marrakech Desert Tour

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate

Your adventure begins with a hotel or airport pickup in Marrakech. Travel across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views of valleys and traditional Berber villages. Stop at the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous film location, to explore its narrow alleys and ancient architecture. Continue to Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert, for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Rose Valley – Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Sahara

After breakfast, visit Ouarzazate, including the Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. Journey to Skoura Oasis to see the historic Amridil Kasbah, then drive through the fragrant Rose Valley into the scenic Dades Valley and the dramatic Todra Gorges. By evening, arrive in Merzouga, where a sunset camel trek takes you to a luxury desert camp. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber music, and stargazing in the Sahara.

Day 3: Explore Merzouga – Nomads, Khamlia, Merzouga Lake, Erg Chebbi, Palm Grove

Spend the day exploring the Merzouga region. Visit nomadic families to learn about desert life, discover a traditional kohl mine, and experience the rhythmic Gnaoua music in the village of Khamlia. After lunch, explore the palm groves and Merzouga Lake, home to seasonal migratory birds. End the day admiring the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes before returning to your accommodation.

Day 4: Merzouga – Erfoud – Midelt – Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes

Rise early for a sunrise camel ride over the dunes, then depart for Rissani and Erfoud, known for their fossil workshops. Travel through the scenic Ziz Valley, stop for lunch in Midelt, and explore the Cedar Forest of the Middle Atlas Mountains, where Barbary macaques roam. Pass through Ifrane, nicknamed the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before arriving in Fes for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Guided Tour of Fes

Immerse yourself in Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital. Visit the Royal Palace, the famous Blue Gate (Bab Bou Jeloud), and the medieval medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the bustling souks, historic tanneries, and University of Al Quaraouiyine, one of the world’s oldest universities. This guided tour offers a rich insight into Fes’s history, artistry, and traditions.

Day 6: Departure from Fes

Your unforgettable 6-day journey concludes with a transfer to Fes Airport. Reflect on your experiences—from the vibrancy of Marrakech and the majestic Atlas Mountains to the magic of the Sahara Desert and the cultural treasures of Fes. The Best Morocco Tours team thanks you for traveling with us and hopes to welcome you back for more Moroccan adventures.