8-Day Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech
Starts inFesEnds inMarrakech
With 2 nights in the Merzouga Desert, this private 8-Day Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech offers more time to appreciate the Sahara beyond a single sunset. Begin with a guided exploration of Fes before crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains to the Erg Chebbi dunes, where a desert hotel stay, a visit to Khamlia, and an overnight experience at a luxury Sahara camp await. Continue through Todra Gorge and the scenic Dades Valley, visit the historic ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, and cross the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Complete your journey with a guided visit to the city’s palaces, traditional souks, and historic Medina.
For your own party · Flexible departure dates
01 / Overview
Your tour at a glance
Your private 8-Day journey begins with 2 nights in Fes, allowing time for a guided visit through its UNESCO-listed Medina, traditional artisan quarters, and historic landmarks. Leaving Fes, travel through Ifrane and the cedar forests near Azrou before crossing the changing landscapes of the Middle Atlas toward Merzouga. Unlike itineraries that spend only 1 night in the Sahara region, this tour includes 2 nights: the first at a hotel near the dunes and the second at a luxury desert camp. Spend time discovering Khamlia’s Gnawa musical traditions, enjoy a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes, and admire the desert at sunset. Continue west through the dramatic limestone cliffs of Todra Gorge and the beautiful Dades Valley before traveling past Ouarzazate to the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou. The route then crosses the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, where 2 nights provide time for a private guided city tour before your departure. Throughout the journey, travel with your own professional driver, with accommodations, sightseeing stops, and experiences arranged for your traveling party.
- Tour type
- Private · your own party
- Departures
- On request, subject to availability
- Transport
- Private A/C vehicle & driver
- Local guides
- Fes & Marrakech
- Accommodation
- Riads, hotel, guesthouse & camp
- Included meals
- 7 breakfasts & 7 dinners
Your route
- Fes
- Ifrane & Azrou
- Merzouga
- Todra & Dades
- Aït Ben Haddou
- Marrakech
Tour highlights
- Fes, with a local guide
- Two nights in the desert region
- Sunset over Erg Chebbi
- Gorges, valleys & kasbahs
- Across the Atlas Mountains
- Marrakech, beyond the square
Like all our private Morocco tours, this journey can be adapted to your interests and preferred pace.
02 / Day by day
Your 8-day itinerary
Open each day for the full program, accommodation and included meals.
Plan for the journey: Days 3 and 6 involve longer drives with sightseeing and comfort stops. Day 1 is your arrival day; day 8 is your departure day.
Day 01Arrival in Fes
Overnight: Fes
Route: Fes-Saïs Airport → Fes
Your driver meets you at Fes-Saïs Airport and takes you to your riad in the medina. Settle in after your journey, with any remaining time free to explore nearby streets, enjoy mint tea or relax at the riad. The first day is planned around your flight arrival.
- Accommodation
- Riad · Fes
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 02Guided tour of Fes
Overnight: Fes
Route: Fes city tour
Explore Fes with a licensed local guide. Visit the Chouara Tannery area, see the exterior of Al-Qarawiyyin and discover the Bou Inania and Al-Attarine madrasas. Along the way, watch craftspeople working with zellige tiles and engraved copper. Continue to the Merenid Tombs area for views over the city before returning to your riad.
- Accommodation
- Riad · Fes
- Meals
- Breakfast & dinner
Day 03Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Merzouga
Overnight: Merzouga
Route: Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
After breakfast, leave Fes for the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane and the cedar forests near Azrou, then continue toward Midelt for a lunch break. Follow the road south through the Ziz Valley, with views of palm groves and fortified villages. Arrive in Merzouga and settle into your desert hotel, ready for a more relaxed day in the Sahara region tomorrow.
- Accommodation
- Desert hotel · Merzouga
- Meals
- Breakfast & dinner
A long travel day with comfort and photo stops. Lunch is at your own expense.
Day 04Merzouga – Khamlia – Sahara camp
Overnight: Erg Chebbi, Merzouga
Route: Merzouga → Khamlia → Erg Chebbi camp
Spend the day exploring the Merzouga region. Visit Khamlia for Gnawa music and learn about life around the dunes, including a visit with a desert family when a visit can be arranged. In the afternoon, take a camel ride across the sand and stop to watch the sunset. Continue to your luxury desert camp for dinner, music and time beneath the night sky. Sandboarding is also included in the program.
- Accommodation
- Luxury desert camp · Erg Chebbi, Merzouga
- Meals
- Breakfast & dinner
Tell us if you prefer a vehicle transfer instead of riding a camel; we will include the agreed arrangement in your proposal.
Day 05Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Overnight: Dades Valley
Route: Merzouga → Rissani → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Wake early if you would like to see sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, return to Merzouga by camel or use the vehicle transfer agreed in your proposal. Continue through Rissani to Todra Gorge, with time for a walk beneath the limestone cliffs. Travel onward to the Dades Valley and its distinctive rock formations before dinner at your guesthouse.
- Accommodation
- Kasbah-style guesthouse · Dades Valley
- Meals
- Breakfast & dinner
Day 06Dades – Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Overnight: Marrakech
Route: Dades → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Marrakech
After breakfast, travel through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs toward Skoura, with a stop at Kasbah Amridil. Continue through Ouarzazate to Aït Ben Haddou, where you have time to explore the earthen village and its lanes. Cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping for views along the way. Arrive in Marrakech and settle into your riad.
- Accommodation
- Riad · Marrakech
- Meals
- Breakfast & dinner
A long day combining visits and mountain driving. Walking in Aït Ben Haddou involves steps and uneven ground.
Day 07Guided tour of Marrakech
Overnight: Marrakech
Route: Marrakech city tour
Meet your licensed local guide to discover Marrakech. See the Koutoubia Mosque from outside, visit Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, and walk through the souks. The program also includes a planned visit to Majorelle Garden, for which advance ticket arrangements are needed. Finish around Jemaa el-Fnaa, or ask us about adding a traditional hammam as an optional experience.
- Accommodation
- Riad · Marrakech
- Meals
- Breakfast & dinner
Entrance tickets are excluded. Majorelle is subject to advance ticket availability; the optional hammam is extra.
Day 08Marrakech – Airport departure
Airport transfer · No overnight stay
Route: Marrakech → Marrakech Menara Airport
After breakfast, enjoy any free time your flight allows before your private transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport. We confirm the collection time using your flight details. End of our services.
- Accommodation
- None — departure day
- Meals
- Breakfast
Visit order may change with opening times, weather or local conditions. Your confirmed proposal sets out the agreed services.
03 / Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay
Carefully selected riads, hotels and a luxury desert camp throughout your journey.
| Nights | Destination | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 |  Fes |
Riad Palais Amanior similar |
| 3 |  Merzouga |
Riad Maduor similar |
| 4 |  Erg Chebbi |
Sanmao Desert Luxury Campor similar |
| 5 |  Dades Valley |
Xaluca Dadesor similar |
| 6–7 |  Marrakech |
Riad Palais des Princessesor similar |
| Total | 7 NightsCheck-out on day 8. | |
We propose the properties listed above or similar accommodation. Your written proposal confirms the property names, accommodation category and room arrangements before you book.
Rooms that suit your party
Tell us if you need double, twin, single or family rooms. Connecting rooms and particular room preferences depend on availability. We show any single-room supplement in your quote.
Your desert camp
We confirm your tent category, bathroom facilities and camp transfers in the proposal. Ask about heating or air-conditioning for your travel dates; facilities vary between camps and tent types.
Looking for a premium journey throughout? Explore our Morocco luxury tours and discuss your preferred stays with our team.
04 / What your tour covers
Included & not included
Included
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Airport transfersPrivate transfers in Fes and Marrakech.
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Private transport & driverAir-conditioned vehicle, fuel and an English-speaking driver/driver-guide.
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7 nights’ accommodation4 nights in city riads, 1 in a Merzouga hotel, 1 in a Dades guesthouse and 1 in a luxury desert camp.
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7 breakfasts & 7 dinnersFrom dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8.
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Local city guidesLicensed guides in Fes and Marrakech.
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Desert experiencesCamel ride, sunset experience and sandboarding.
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Cultural visitsKhamlia/Gnawa music and the visits described in your itinerary. Admission tickets are separate.
Not included
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FlightsInternational and domestic flights.
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Entrance ticketsMonuments, museums and gardens, including Majorelle Garden.
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Lunches & drinks
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses & tipsIncluding gratuities.
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Optional activities & changesHammam and other optional activities, plus changes outside your agreed proposal.
Entrance tickets are extra. The program includes time for the listed visits; monument, museum and garden admission is paid separately. Majorelle Garden requires advance ticket arrangements.
05 / Price & booking
Your price & how to book
Price on request
We price this private tour for your own party. Share your dates, number of adults and children, preferred rooms and accommodation style, and we will prepare an itemized proposal.
- Your price is based on
- Group size, children’s ages, travel season, room occupancy, chosen accommodation and any itinerary changes.
- Single rooms & supplements
- Single-room costs, peak-season supplements and optional extras are shown separately when they apply.
- Before you confirm
- We state the total price, currency, inclusions and any payment fees in writing. Availability is checked for your dates.
Booking in 3 steps
- Tell us your plansSend your dates, number of travelers and room preferences. We prepare your personalized proposal.
- Agree the details & pay your 30% depositReview the itinerary, stays, total price and conditions. We issue written confirmation after the required payment is received.
- Pay the remaining 70%The balance is due 30 days before arrival. For bookings made within 30 days, we confirm payment arrangements in your proposal.
Payment options: credit/debit card, PayPal or bank transfer. See our booking guide for the complete process.
Changes & cancellation
Contact us in writing if your plans change. Changes depend on availability and may affect the price. Review the cancellation policy and the conditions in your proposal before paying.
06 / Before you travel
Essential travel information
Airport transfers, vehicle & driver
Meet us in Fes
Your tour begins with collection at Fes-Saïs Airport and ends at Marrakech Menara Airport. Send us your flight numbers and arrival/departure times so we can confirm the meeting point and transfer timings. Hotel collection can be discussed if you are already in Morocco.
Your vehicle & driver
Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle selected for your party. Tell us how much luggage you are bringing and request child seats in advance. Your English-speaking driver/driver-guide handles the journey; licensed local guides lead the city visits in Fes and Marrakech.
This route includes long journeys on days 3 and 6. We include comfort and photo stops. Driving time varies with road conditions, traffic and the stops you choose; this is a touring itinerary, with several changes of accommodation.
Walking & accessibility
Medinas have uneven surfaces, and some kasbahs and riads have steps. Share mobility needs in advance so we can assess accommodation and visits together.
Weather & packing
Bring comfortable shoes, sun protection and layers. Desert nights can be cold, especially in winter. Check the forecast close to departure and discuss your tent facilities with us.
Meals & special requests
Tell us about allergies, vegetarian meals and other dietary requirements before booking. Lunches and drinks are separate; your itinerary lists the included meals each day.
Tickets & opening times
Entrance fees are separate. Plan Majorelle tickets in advance. Opening hours and visit order can change during holidays, Ramadan or special circumstances.
Documents & insurance
Check passport, visa and entry requirements with the appropriate official government or consular service. Travel insurance is excluded; consider suitable cancellation, medical and baggage cover.
Help during your tour
Keep our telephone and WhatsApp details with you. Tell your driver and our local team promptly if a problem arises or your flight changes, so we can review the arrangements with you.
Personalize the route, stays & guide language
Add a night, choose a different riad or slow down the city visits. Tell us your interests and preferred pace so we can explain the options and any price difference.
Local guides can be requested in English, Italian, French or Spanish, subject to availability. We agree language requirements before confirmation.
For a shorter journey focused on the Sahara, browse our Morocco desert tours.
For currency, clothing and connectivity, read our Morocco travel preparation advice.
07 / Frequently asked questions
Questions about this tour
Is this tour private?
Yes. The vehicle and itinerary are arranged for you and your traveling party. You will not join a scheduled shared tour. Hotels, riads and the desert camp may host other guests.
How many nights are included?
Seven nights: two in Fes, one in a Merzouga hotel, one in a desert camp, one in the Dades Valley and two in Marrakech. Day eight is your departure day.
What is the price of this eight-day tour?
The price is on request. We calculate your quote from your dates, number of adults and children, room arrangements, accommodation choices and any changes to the program. Your proposal states the total price, currency and any supplements before you confirm.
Are flights and entrance tickets included?
No. Flights and attraction entrance tickets are excluded. The itinerary includes time for the listed visits, while ticket costs remain separate. Majorelle Garden needs advance ticket arrangements.
How do the deposit and remaining balance work?
We require a 30% deposit to secure your reservation. The remaining 70% is due 30 days before arrival. We accept credit/debit cards, PayPal and bank transfer. For a booking made within 30 days of arrival, we confirm payment arrangements in your written proposal.
Can I skip the camel ride?
Yes. Tell us before confirmation if you prefer a vehicle transfer to the camp. We will set out the transfer and any price difference in your proposal.
Can you adapt this tour for children or reduced mobility?
Tell us the children’s ages and any mobility requirements when requesting a quote. We can discuss a suitable pace, room arrangements and child seats. Medinas, kasbahs and dunes include uneven ground, so we assess the route and accommodation with you before booking.
Can I change the route or accommodation?
Yes. Before booking, we can discuss extra nights, different accommodation, activities and changes to the starting or ending city. After confirmation, changes depend on availability and may involve additional costs.
Does this itinerary visit Chefchaouen or Volubilis?
No. This eight-day route travels from Fes through Merzouga and the Dades Valley to Marrakech. If you would like to include Chefchaouen or Volubilis, ask us to adapt the itinerary and allow additional time.
What happens if my flight changes or I need to cancel?
Contact Aisha Morocco Tours as soon as possible if your flight details change so we can review your transfer. For cancellation, contact us in writing; the cancellation terms supplied with your booking apply. Read the cancellation policy and your proposal before paying.
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