Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour
A cross-country journey connecting Morocco's two iconic imperial cities through desert landscapes, mountain passes, and ancient towns.
Sample Route & Highlights
This 5-day cross-country journey connects Marrakech to Fes. Intermediate stops along the route are flexible and can be customized to your travel pace:
- High Atlas Mountains crossing
- Southern valley trails and ancient earthen kasbah towns
- Desert dunes and an overnight desert experience
- Middle Atlas transit landscapes
- Arrival in the historic imperial city of Fes
Sample 5-Day Program
Intermediate stops are flexible and program-dependent. A typical 5-day cross-country route can include:
Day 1: Marrakech → High Atlas → Southern Valleys
Depart Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains. Explore southern valleys and ancient earthen towns en route to your first overnight stop.
Day 2: Valley Route → Desert Destination
Travel past dramatic gorge viewpoints and oasis valleys toward the desert, settling in for an overnight desert stay.
Day 3: Desert Landscapes & Local Exploration
Spend time discovering the desert surroundings, local villages, and expansive views across the dunes.
Day 4: Desert → Atlas Foothills Transit
Leave the desert route heading north through transitional landscapes and mountain passes toward an intermediate Atlas stop.
Day 5: Atlas Transit → Arrival in Fes
Continue the northward journey through cedar regions and foothills to reach the imperial city of Fes, where the tour concludes.
Note: Optional activities can be discussed when requesting the tour.