Morocco Trip from Fes to Fes

7 Days across Merzouga Deserts

Explore Morocco’s deserts, mountains and historic cities on an unforgettable trip.

This 7-day Morocco trip from Fes to Fes offers a perfect mix of culture, adventure, and natural beauty. From the cedar forests of Azrou to the sand dunes of Merzouga, the valleys of roses, and imperial cities, this tour gives a full experience of Morocco’s highlights.

Day 1

Fes - Ifrane - Azrou - Midelt

Pick up from your Fes accommodation at 8:00 am by your driver/guide. Begin your Morocco trip from Fes to Fes passing through Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to wild monkeys — a perfect photo opportunity.

Stop for lunch in the small Berber village of Zaida, then continue through the Atlas Mountains to southern Morocco, enjoying the landscapes of Midelt. Overnight at the hotel with dinner and breakfast.

Day 2

Midelt - Ziz valley - Erfoud - Merzouga desert

After breakfast, depart toward Merzouga, traveling through the beautiful Ziz Gorges and passing Errachidia and Erfoud.
Arrive at Merzouga where your camel guide awaits to take you across the impressive Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the stunning desert sunset from the top of the dunes.

Overnight in a Berber tent with dinner and live Berber drum music.

Day 3

Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Gorges

Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes, then return by camel to the hotel for breakfast. Continue through the Tafilalet palm groves via Rissani, visit the old public souk, then explore the Todra Gorges.

Drive through the Dades Gorges, capturing the mountains and landscapes along the way. Overnight at the hotel with dinner and breakfast.

Day 4

Dades Gorges - Kelaat M'Gouna - Ait Ben Hadhadou Kasbah

After breakfast, travel through the Valley of Roses and Dades Valley, stopping at the Skoura Oasis and its 17th-century kasbah. Continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, known for its film studios and the Kasbah of Taourirt.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, where a few families still reside. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5

Ait Ben Hadou - Tizi'n'Tichka - Marrakech

After breakfast, explore Ait Benhaddou, featured in films such as Gladiator and Asterix & Obelix. Visit the Telouet Kasbah ruins before crossing the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest road in Morocco.

Arrival in Marrakech with overnight at your hotel or riad.

Day 6

Marrakech - Casablanca - Rabat

After breakfast, depart via Casablanca to visit the city’s highlights: Mohamed V Square, United Nations Square, and the Hassan II Mosque (external visit).

Continue to Rabat, the administrative capital, exploring the Kasbah of Al Udaya, the Tower of Hassan, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7

Rabat - Meknes - Fes

Depart to Meknes, stopping at Volubilis to explore the Roman ruins. In Meknes, visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Bab El-Mansour gates, monumental walls, gardens, and mosques.

Return to Fes and drop-off at your hotel or riad, completing your Morocco trip from Fes to Fes.