5 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

DURATION

5 Days

Language

English

Location

The desert

Overview :

5 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

Immersion in the Sahara: 5 Days of Nature and Nomadic Culture from Fez
Escape the hustle and bustle of the medina and delve into the most dramatic landscapes of southern Morocco. This 5-day route offers the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. You will cross the Atlas Mountains, walk along the imposing walls of the Todra Gorges, and experience the magic of the Erg Chebbi dunes. With two nights in the desert area, you will have time to connect with nomadic families, enjoy Gnawa music, and glide down the dunes on a sandboard. A trip designed to savor every moment of the desert.

Detailed itinerary :

5 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

Day 1: Fes – Midelt – Todra Gorges

Today we head to the Todra Gorges, passing through Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to wild Barbary macaques. We will have lunch in the Berber village of Zaida. We continue our journey through the Atlas Mountains, enjoying the landscapes around Midelt. We will pass through the famous town of Imilchil before arriving at the Todra Gorges in the evening for our overnight stay.

Day 2: Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga

After breakfast, we will explore the Todra Gorges before heading to the Merzouga desert, passing through Erfoud and Rissani. We will check into a desert hotel and enjoy a free afternoon to discover the surrounding area at your own pace.

Day 3: Merzouga Camel Trek & Night in a Desert Camp

Today features a 4×4 desert excursion. We will visit local oases, meet nomad families, and explore the village of Khamlia (famous for its Gnawa music). In the evening, we set off on a camel trek through the dunes to our desert camp, where we will spend the night in comfortable traditional tents. Experience an incredible sunset in the heart of the Sahara.

Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Midelt

After watching an early sunrise, we ride the camels back to Merzouga. Following a shower and breakfast, we continue our tour toward Midelt. We will visit the Souk in Rissani as well as a fossil shop and factory in Erfoud. Our journey takes us back through the Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas Mountains to spend the night at a local hotel in Midelt.

Day 5: Midelt – Azrou – Fes

Today we depart from Midelt and drive through the cedar forests of Azrou, where we will stop to feed the monkeys by hand. We then continue via Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” arriving in Fes in the early evening. This marks the end of our tour in Fes.

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5 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

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Sample reviews :

5 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

Elena G., Madrid Corto pero intenso

Solo teníamos un fin de semana y este tour fue perfecto. Dormir en el desierto es algo que hay que hacer una vez en la vida. El guía fue súper amable y el 4x4 muy cómodo.

Elena G., Madrid Corto pero intenso

Solo teníamos un fin de semana y este tour fue perfecto. Dormir en el desierto es algo que hay que hacer una vez en la vida. El guía fue súper amable y el 4x4 muy cómodo.

Elena G., Madrid Corto pero intenso

Solo teníamos un fin de semana y este tour fue perfecto. Dormir en el desierto es algo que hay que hacer una vez en la vida. El guía fue súper amable y el 4x4 muy cómodo.

Frequently Asked Questions :

5 Day Tour from Fez to the Desert

It's a fun activity where you use a board (similar to a snowboard) to slide down the sand dunes. It's included in the tour!

We will be traveling through high mountain areas (cool) and desert areas (hot during the day, cool at night). We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and bringing something warm for the evenings.

Yes, as this is a private tour for Viajemos Marruecos, we can adjust the stops or the standard of the hotels according to your preferences.

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