Embark on an extensive 6-day journey from the imperial city of Fes to vibrant Marrakech with this comprehensive desert and cultural tour. This carefully designed itinerary takes you through Morocco's most iconic landscapes and historical sites: from the historic medina of Fes to the golden dunes of Merzouga Desert, through the dramatic Todra Gorge, the lush Dades Valley, the fragrant Valley of Roses, the Hollywood-famous Ait Benhaddou kasbah, and finally to vibrant Marrakech. Experience authentic Berber culture with overnight desert camp stays, camel treks at sunrise and sunset, visits to nomadic families, traditional Gnawa music performances, and exploration of UNESCO World Heritage sites. With private transportation, knowledgeable driver-guide, comfortable accommodations, and well-paced itinerary, this tour offers the ultimate Morocco experience from Fes to Marrakech.
Morning departure from your Fes hotel or riad.
Travel through Middle Atlas Mountains scenic route.
Stop in Ifrane, known as "Moroccan Switzerland".
Visit Azrou Cedar Forest to see Barbary macaques.
Cross Ziz Valley with panoramic views of palm groves.
Arrive in Merzouga desert area by late afternoon.
Camel trek into Erg Chebbi dunes for sunset.
Arrive at Berber desert camp for overnight.
Traditional dinner under stars with Berber music.
Sunrise viewing over Sahara dunes.
Breakfast at desert camp with Berber tea.
Camel ride back to Merzouga village.
Visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music experience.
Meet local nomadic families to learn about lifestyle.
Explore desert surroundings and fossil areas.
Optional quad biking or sandboarding (extra cost).
Second night in desert camp or Merzouga hotel.
Evening relaxation at desert camp.
Breakfast at camp/hotel in Merzouga.
Visit Rissani, former capital of Tafilalet region.
Explore traditional market (market days: Tue/Thu/Sun).
Travel to Todra Gorge through desert landscapes.
Walk through dramatic gorge with 300m cliffs.
Continue to Dades Valley with unique rock formations.
See "Monkey Fingers" rock formations.
Overnight stay in Dades Valley hotel.
Dinner with view of Dades Valley.
Breakfast at hotel in Dades Valley.
Travel through Valley of Roses (best in April-May).
Visit Skoura palm grove with ancient kasbahs.
Explore Amridil Kasbah, famous filming location.
Arrive in Ouarzazate, "Hollywood of Morocco".
Optional visit to Atlas Studios (extra cost).
Visit Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate.
Overnight stay in Ouarzazate hotel.
Evening at leisure in Ouarzazate.
Breakfast at hotel in Ouarzazate.
Visit Ait Benhaddou, UNESCO World Heritage site.
Explore famous kasbah used in many films.
Walk through ancient fortified village.
Continue to Telouet Kasbah through scenic route.
Visit former Glaoui stronghold with rich history.
Cross High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n'Tichka pass.
Scenic drive with panoramic mountain views.
Overnight in High Atlas area or continue to Marrakech.
Breakfast at hotel in High Atlas area.
Final descent to Marrakech through scenic route.
Optional argan oil cooperative visit.
Arrive in Marrakech by late morning.
Drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.
Free time to explore Marrakech at your pace.
Optional guided tour of Marrakech (extra cost).
Visit Jemaa el-Fna Square and souks.
End of memorable 6-day desert adventure.
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