Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – Airport Transfer – Free Time

Upon arrival at Marrakech Airport, your driver will greet you and transfer you to your riad/hotel.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure discovering the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, lively souks, and vibrant streets of the Red City.

Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 2: Full-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech

After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour with a local expert. Key highlights include:

• The Koutoubia Mosque

• The Saadian Tombs

• The Bahia Palace

• The Majorelle Garden

• The historic souks & artisan workshops

• Jemaa el-Fnaa Square

Learn about Marrakech’s rich culture, history, and architecture as you explore its iconic sites.

Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 3: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura – Dades Valley

Depart Marrakech in the morning and travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Enjoy panoramic stops before reaching the UNESCO site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture.

Continue to Ouarzazate, then to Skoura Oasis and the charming Roses Valley, before arriving in the breathtaking Dades Valley.

Dinner and overnight in Dades.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga (Camel Trekking & Desert Camp)

After breakfast, drive through the spectacular Dades Valley to the rock canyons of Todra Gorges, one of Morocco’s most impressive natural sites.

Proceed to Erfoud, known for fossils and date palms, then continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara.

In the late afternoon, begin your camel trek across the stunning dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy the sunset before arriving at your Sahara desert camp for dinner, music, and stargazing.

Overnight in a desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga Desert Discovery – Khamlia – Black Desert – Nomad Visit

Wake up early to experience the magical Sahara sunrise.
After breakfast, start a full discovery tour of the desert, including:

• Visit to Khamlia village (Gnawa music)

• Exploration of the Black Desert & volcanic rocks

• Visit to a nomad family for tea

• Stop at Mifis mines

• Walk through the Merzouga Palm Grove

• Free time to relax at your hotel

Overnight in Merzouga.

Day 6: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes

Today you leave the Sahara behind and head north. Enjoy views of the expansive Ziz Valley and its endless palm groves.
Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains with stops in:

• Midelt (lunch)

• Azrou Cedar Forest to see the Barbary monkeys

• Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco”

Arrive in Fes in the early evening.
Overnight in a riad in Fes.

Day 7: Guided Tour of Fes – The Spiritual Capital of Morocco

Meet your local guide for a fascinating tour of Fes Medina, one of the world’s oldest medieval cities.

Highlights include:

• The Royal Palace (exterior)

• The Jewish Quarter (Mellah)

• The Al-Qarawiyyin University

• Chouara Tannery

• Medersa Bou Inania

• Artisan squares and traditional workshops

Explore narrow alleys, historic landmarks, and ancient souks while learning about Fes’s deep cultural heritage.

Overnight in Fes.

Day 8: Fes – Transfer to Marrakech or Airport (End of Tour)

After breakfast, enjoy free time in Fes before your transfer.
You can choose:

• Transfer back to Marrakech

• Drop-off at Fes Airport

This marks the end of your unforgettable 8-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.

Highlights of the 8-Day Sahara Tour

• Explore Marrakech with a certified guide

• Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah & Ouarzazate

• Discover Dades Valley & Todra Gorges

• Camel trekking at sunset in Merzouga

• Overnight in a Sahara desert camp

• Full 4×4 desert tour around Erg Chebbi

• Visit nomads, Khamlia, and Black Desert

• Explore imperial city of Fes with a guide