7 days trip from Marrakech to Fes and the Desert

Undertake an enchanting 7-day journey through Morocco’s rich landscapes and cities. Day 1 kicks off in Marrakech, leading to Casablanca and Rabat. Days 2 to 4 explore the stunning northern region, visiting Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes. Day 5 delves into the desert, traversing the Middle Atlas to reach Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi dunes. Day 6 takes you to Todra and Dades gorges, and Day 7 returns to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas mountains. A captivating tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Day 1

Marrakech – Casablanca – Rabat

We’ll pick you up from your Marrakech accommodation for a journey to Rabat, the kingdom’s capital. We’ll make a stop in Casablanca to visit the Hassan II Mosque before continuing to Rabat. Here, we’ll explore the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of Oudayas. Dinner and overnight stay in a Riad.

Day 2

Rabat – Ouazzane – Chefchaouen

Following breakfast, we set out for northern Morocco, passing through the city of Ouazzane and the stunning Rif mountains to reach Chefchaouen, renowned for its Morocco-Andalusia influence. You’ll marvel at the vibrant colors of doors and windows, as well as the pottery lining the alleys.

Dinner and overnight stay in a beautiful riad.

Day 3

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

After breakfast in your riad, we journey to Fes, Morocco’s cultural hub. We explore the Roman ruins at Volubilis and continue to the city of Moulay Idriss Zerhoune. Our route leads us to Meknes, where we visit the medina and the grand gate, then onward to Fes.

Dinner and overnight stay in a Riad.

Day 4

Guided Tour of Fes

Your local guide accompanies you after breakfast to explore the Medina’s historical gems. You’ll visit the royal palace gate, the Jewish quarter, old medrassas, and the bustling Souks.

Dinner and overnight stay in your riad.

Day 5

Fes – Azrou – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga

Following breakfast, we embark on an authentic journey through southern Morocco. We traverse the Middle Atlas mountains via Ifrane and Azrou, where you can capture photos of monkeys in the forest. Lunch in Midelt precedes our travel to Ziz Valley and Errachidia before reaching Erfoud.

We’ll visit the fossil museum and continue to the Merzouga desert. A camel ride with a cameleer will lead us to a camp in Erg Chebbi dunes. You’ll witness the sunset and enjoy an evening with Berber musicians.

Dinner and overnight stay in nomad camp tents.

Day 6

Merzouga – Todra – Dades Gorges

After a captivating sunrise and breakfast, we ride camels to the base of the dunes before journeying to the Todra Gorges. Lunch will be served here before our continuation to the Dades Gorges. We pass through Timghir and Boumalne Dades, where you can capture the beauty of Dades Valley with a photo stop.

Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in the Dades Gorges.

Day 7

Dades Gorges – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Exploring the gorges on foot, we proceed to Kelaa Mgouna to discover rose-based cosmetic products. We visit Amridil Kasbah in Skoura and continue to Ouarzazate. A photo stop at the Taourirt Kasbah and film studios is followed by our journey to Ait Ben Haddou. Enjoy a guided tour before we drive back to Marrakech through the High Atlas mountains.

We’ll drop you off at your Marrakech accommodation.

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   Hassan Ait Ahmad
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   Theo B 
 2023-08-16
 
 
  Hassan’s Wonderful Adventure
Hassan showed us a very nice part of Morocco that is only a stone’s throw from Marrakech. There are plenty of wonderful people in the Atlas Mountains and he is one of them. He showed us many wonderful sights on the tour, but also made sure that we got up and down from our trek in one piece. During the hike we also had a chance to learn about local culture, had a wonderful meal and had plenty of opportunities to take photos. Definitely a must do if you don’t mind heights!
  
 
       
   Jorge González 
 2023-06-16
 
 
  Excelente guía, conocedor del lugar, además de hablar varios idiomas.
Hassan es uno de los pocos guías más empáticos que conocí. Nos mostró unos lugares y paisajes increíbles de Marruecos. Nos llevó a ver las cascadas. Tuvimos un almuerzo típico marroquí en un auberge. Una maravillosa experiencia a su lado. RECOMENDABLE 100%
  
 
       
   Luis Felipe L 
 2023-03-16
 
 
  Magnífico guía
Excelente guía que habla español, va dando información a medida que ascendemos y descansos o paradas en función de como observe al grupo. Abierto a consultas de cualquier tipo. Muy amable. Totalmente recomendable.
  
 
       
   Andreas T 
 2023-03-15
 
 
  Super Guide in Imlil!!
Die Tagestour war wirklich phantastisch und ist sehr empfehlenswert. Frühstück in einer durch Frauen betriebenen Kollektive, die Argan Oil herstellen, dann Weiterfahrt nach Imlil. Wir wurden durch unseren Guide abgeholt, der netter nicht sein konnte. Auf einer ca 1 1/2 Stunden dauernden leichten Wanderung zu einem der Wasserfälle erzählte er informativ und fröhlich über Kultur, Land und Leute. Immer fröhlich und vergnügt spricht er mehrere Sprachen und half sogar beim anschließenden Mittagessen als Bedienung aus. Wenn wir wieder kommen, und das ist sicher, werden wir ihn anrufen und nur von ihm geführt werden wollen, sei es bei einer Wanderung, beim Skifahren oder Bergwandern. All das wird von ihm angeboten-toll!!! Liebe Grüße Andreas
  
 
       
   Christian V 
 2023-03-14
 
 
  Imilil
Excelente visita, muy recomendable. Se disfruta con los 5 sentidos. El guía muy amable, habla diferentes idiomas y se esfuerza en que comprendas y disfrutes la visita. Muy muy recomendable.
  
 
       
   Nayra 
 2023-03-11
 
 
  Inolvidable!
Ha sido una experiencia increíble, la ruta, el paisaje, la comida y sin duda alguna un guía excelente, muy amable y simpático. Súper recomendado!
  
 
       
   Bond 
 2023-03-11
 
 
  Great experience
It was great!! I highly recommend, the view during lunch time was amazing! Thanks to Hassan who was our guide and very careful with us.
  
 
       
   Martin B 
 2023-03-09
 
 
  Atlas gebergte
Een geweldige tocht gemaakt met Hassna. Stipt op tijd en veel kennis van de vallei en omgeving. Geweldig ervaring om zo kennis te maken met het Atlas gebergte.
  
 
       
   Estelle C 
 2023-02-18
 
 
  Ismil
We discovered thanks to Hassan in Imlil a nice authentic picture of Maroc witch is not so far of Marrakech We saw the famous waterfall but next we left tourist way to discover a more authentic way in several villages where the colors are beautiful. Hassan explained us his culture and we finished with a delicious tajine in an auberge. Great moment: We recommend Hassan if you want to do this nice experience. And inchallah perhaps we will do another experience with Hassan in the dessert because he organized also this kind of treck.
  
 
       
   Jesus 
 2023-02-14
 
 
  Unbeatable
Hassan is absolutely the best tour guide in the entire country. Super pleasant, nice and helpful, I wouldn’t hesitate contacting him again for a tour. Great Spanish by the way!