7 days trip from Marrakech to Fes via Sahara Desert and Dades Valley

Day 1: Marrakech

 

Arrive in Marrakech and check into your accommodation.

Spend the afternoon exploring the historic medina of Marrakech. Visit attractions like the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Jardin Majorelle.

In the evening, experience the bustling atmosphere of Djemaa el-Fna square with its street performers, food stalls, and markets.

Day 2: Marrakech to Ouarzazate

Leave Marrakech in the morning and head towards Ouarzazate.

Stop at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou kasbah for a guided tour of this iconic site.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant along the way.

Drive to Ouarzazate and check into your accommodation.

Day 3: Ouarzazate to Dades Valley

After breakfast, depart for the Dades Valley.

Take a scenic drive through Dades Gorge, known for its impressive rock formations.

Explore Todra Gorge’s towering canyon walls.

Check into your Dades Valley accommodation and enjoy dinner.

Day 4: Dades Valley to Merzouga (Sahara Desert)

After breakfast, drive towards Merzouga.

Visit Erfoud, known for its fossil industry, and explore local shops and museums.

Reach Merzouga in the afternoon and prepare for your desert adventure.

In the late afternoon, start your camel trek into the Sahara Desert. Witness the breathtaking sunset en route to the desert camp.

Spend the night in a traditional desert camp. Enjoy dinner, stargazing, and the peaceful ambiance of the desert.

Day 5: Merzouga to Alnif

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the sand dunes.

After sunrise, ride the camels back to Merzouga and have breakfast.

Depart for Alnif, a small town located in the heart of the Moroccan desert.

Check in to your Alnif accommodation, enjoy dinner, and relax.

Day 6: Alnif to Midelt

After breakfast, start your journey to Midelt.

Enjoy the scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, with opportunities for photo stops.

Reach Midelt in the afternoon and check into your accommodation.

Have dinner and relax at your Midelt accommodation.

Day 7: Midelt to Fes

After breakfast, begin your drive to Fes.

Enjoy the picturesque drive through the Middle Atlas region, with scenic viewpoints along the way.

Reach Fes in the afternoon. Check in to your accommodation and freshen up.

If time allows, explore a bit of Fes in the evening. Walk through the medina, visit Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate), and experience the city’s vibrant atmosphere.

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