6-Day Morocco Adventure: From Fes to Marrakech via Sahara Desert & Atlas Mountains

6 Days 5 Nights

Overview

This 6-day journey takes you from the cultural heart of Fes to the vibrant city of Marrakech, passing through Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes. Along the way, you’ll travel across the Middle and High Atlas Mountains, explore the Sahara Desert with a camel trek and overnight camp, meet local nomadic families, and discover hidden villages along the legendary Rally Dakar route. You’ll also visit iconic landmarks like Ait Benhaddou Kasbah and the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, before ending with a guided exploration of Marrakech’s bustling old medina.

Highlights

  • Arrival in Fes with a warm welcome and overnight in a traditional riad.
  • Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, with stops at Ifrane (Little Switzerland), cedar forests, and the panoramic Ziz Valley.
  • Camel trek into the Sahara and overnight stay in a desert camp under the stars.
  • Excursion around the Erg Chebbi dunes, visit to nomadic families, Mifis mines, and Gnawa music in Khamlia village.
  • Off-road adventure across remote villages along the Rally Dakar route to the Draa Valley and Low Atlas Mountains.
  • Visit to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and the UNESCO site Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.
  • Journey through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
  • Guided exploration of Marrakech’s old medina with a local expert.

Itinerary

Arrival at Fes airport. Transfer to your riad or hotel where you’ll spend your first night.

Long drive through the Middle Atlas with stops at Ifrane (Little Switzerland), the cedar forest to see Barbary monkeys, and the panoramic Ziz Valley. After lunch, continue to the Sahara for a camel trek and overnight in a desert camp.

Explore the desert dunes, visit nomadic families, discover the Mifis mines, and enjoy live Gnawa music in Khamlia village. Lunch included. Continue to Ouzina Desert to relax in a peaceful riad and admire the sunset.

Adventure off-road along the Rally Dakar route, passing through remote Berber villages and the vast Draa Valley. Cross the Low Atlas Mountains before reaching Ouarzazate.

Morning departure with an optional visit to Ouarzazate’s film studios. Continue to Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site, filming location of many movies). Drive across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass to Marrakech.

Guided visit of Marrakech’s old medina, souks, palaces, and vibrant squares with a local expert.

What is included in this trip?

  • Private transportation with an experienced driver
  • Airport pick-up & drop-off
  • 5 nights’ accommodation in riads/hotels/camp
  • Breakfasts & dinners (as mentioned in the itinerary)
  • Camel trek in the Sahara Desert
  • Overnight stay in a desert camp
  • Guided excursion around the desert (nomads, mines, Khamlia village)
  • Local guide in Marrakech’s old medina
  • Fuel, road taxes, and all local taxes

What is excluded in this trip?

  • International flights
  • Lunches & drinks during the trip
  • Entrance fees to monuments/attractions
  • Optional visit to Ouarzazate film studios
  • Personal expenses & tips
  • Travel insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

6-Day Morocco Adventure: From Fes to Marrakech via Sahara Desert & Atlas Mountains