Description of the 8-Day Tour from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech
Ce circuit de 8 jours vous emmène à la découverte des merveilles du Maroc, de la ville historique de Fès jusqu’aux dunes dorées du Sahara, pour terminer dans l’animation de Marrakech. Vous traverserez les montagnes de l’Atlas, admirerez les vallées luxuriantes et vivrez des expériences authentiques au cœur de villages traditionnels. The trip combines Moroccan heritage, nature, and culture in an unforgettable itinerary.
Highlights of the 8-Day Tour from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech
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Complete exploration of the medina and monuments of Fez.
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Crossing the majestic Atlas Mountains and the Tizi Ntichka Pass.
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Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou.
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Discover the Dades and Roses valleys and the impressive Todra Gorge.
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Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi desert and sunset viewing.
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Night under the stars in a traditional Berber camp.
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Discover the coastal city of Essaouira and its historic medina.
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Arrival in Marrakech with a tour of the iconic gardens and monuments.
What’s included
- Comfortable and comprehensive services throughout the tour
- Moroccan private driver, speaking several languages
- Accommodation including breakfast and dinner each day, depending on the category chosen
- Certified local guides in major cultural and historical cities
- Round-trip transfers to and from the airport at the beginning and end of the trip
- Camel ride in the Merzouga desert (for desert tours)
- Overnight stay in a Saharan camp with traditional entertainment (for desert tours)
What is excluded
- Accommodation.
- Drinks.
- Entrance fees to tourist sites.
- Personal purchases.
8-Day Tour from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech – Itinerary
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Day 1: Fez – Arrival and exploration of the medina
Your 8-day tour from Fez to the desert and Marrakech begins in the heart of Fez, where every alleyway seems to tell a thousand-year-old story. Upon arrival, you are enveloped by the scent of spices, the vibrant colors of the souks, and the peaceful rhythm of an ancient and lively city. A first stroll through the medina immediately immerses you in the authentic soul of Morocco, among passionate artisans and hand-crafted architecture.
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Day 2: Fez – Cultural exploration
This day of the 8-Day Circuit from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech is dedicated to the cultural depth of Fez. You will walk through the bustling souks, visit the Bou Inania and Attarine Koranic schools, and discover the Karaouine University, a spiritual and intellectual symbol. The smells of leather from the tanneries, the religious chants echoing in the air, and the human energy of the medina create an unforgettable memory. The panorama from the Merinid tombs reveals a city that is both mysterious and luminous.
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Day 3: Fez – Middle Atlas Mountains – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert
The third day of the 8-Day Tour from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech takes you to completely different landscapes. The cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, the villages of Ifrane and Azrou, and then the Ziz Valley reveal a green and mountainous Morocco. When the dunes of Merzouga finally appear, the emotion is immediate. You climb aboard a camel, ride through the golden silence of the desert, and reach your camp. The sunset paints the sky with fiery hues, before a magical night under a starry sky that seems infinite.
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Day 4: Merzouga – Exploring the dunes and local culture
This stage of the 8-Day Tour from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech brings you closer to the soul of the desert. Visit Lake Dayet Srij (depending on the season), meet Gnawa musicians, discover the nomadic way of life: every moment is a window onto a profound culture. A walk in the dunes, tea shared with the locals, and a second sunset in the heart of the Sahara offer you a day filled with emotion, silence, and raw beauty.
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Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
The journey continues to Rissani, the cradle of Saharan traditions, then to the majestic Todra Gorge, where gigantic cliffs seem to touch the sky. The contrast between the desert, the green palm groves, and the steep mountains gives this day of the 8-Day Tour from Fez to the Desert and Marrakech a deeply sensory dimension. The Dades Valley, with its ochre rocks and ancient kasbahs, envelops your evening in a peaceful atmosphere.
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Day 6: Dades Valley – Valley of Roses – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
You will travel through the Valley of Roses, whose fragrance fills the air, then Skoura, before reaching the legendary ksar of Aït Ben Haddou. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this fortified village seems frozen in time. It is one of the most memorable moments of the 8-day tour from Fez to the desert and Marrakech. After crossing the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, Marrakech appears, vibrant, colorful, and welcoming.
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Day 7: Marrakech – Essaouira – Return to Marrakech
Head to Essaouira, a port city swept by Atlantic winds. Its ramparts, bustling port, and bright medina offer a gentle, artistic atmosphere. The return to Marrakech plunges you back into a city on the move, where Jemaa el-Fna Square sparkles with a thousand sounds, lights, and scents. A soothing and inspiring day on your 8-day tour from Fez to the desert and Marrakech.
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Day 8: Marrakech – Departure
Your 8-day tour from Fez to the desert and Marrakech ends with a transfer to the airport. You leave Morocco filled with vivid memories: golden dunes, authentic encounters, imperial cities, music, light, and pure emotion.
