📌 Overview
Seven days from Marrakech to Fès — the grand one-way crossing of Morocco’s south and north. High Atlas, Aït Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Rose Valley, Todra Gorge, Erg Chebbi, Ziz Valley, and then north through the Middle Atlas to Fès via Meknes and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. The most complete one-way desert crossing available, combining spectacular landscapes with rich cultural experiences.
🗺️ Itinerary
🌅 Day 1: Marrakech to Ait Ben Haddou to Ouarzazate
High Atlas crossing and UNESCO kasbah
🌅 Day 2: Ouarzazate to Skoura to Rose Valley to Dades Valley
Palm groves and floral landscapes
🌅 Day 3: Dades Valley to Todra Gorge to Merzouga
Canyon hike and Sahara desert adventure
🌅 Day 4: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Sunrise, 4×4 adventure and Berber culture
🌅 Day 5: Merzouga to Ziz Valley to Midelt to Fes
Palm groves, mountains and imperial city
🌅 Day 6: Explore Fes
Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart
🌅 Day 7: Fes to Meknes to Volubilis to Fes
Imperial city and Roman ruins
✅ Includes
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout
- Professional English/French/Spanish-speaking guide
- 6 nights accommodation in 3-4 star hotels and luxury desert camp
- Daily breakfast and 4 dinners
- Camel trek in Erg Chebbi with sunset and sunrise views
- 4×4 desert excursion in Merzouga
- Entrance fees to all mentioned historical sites and attractions
- Local taxes and service charges
❌ Excludes
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks (except water during meals)
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Tips and gratuities (recommended: 5-10 EUR per person per day)
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages
ℹ️ Trip Facts
| Transport | Private minibus (2-12 pax) |
| Accommodation | 3-4 star hotels & luxury desert camp |
| Meals | Breakfast daily, 4 dinners |
| Start Point | Marrakech (hotel pickup at 9:00 AM) |
| End Point | Fes (hotel drop-off) |
| Group Size | 2-12 people (private groups available) |
| Best Time to Go | March to November |
| Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
| Language | English, French, Spanish |
❓ FAQ
What makes this one-way tour special?
This tour allows you to experience Morocco’s diversity from south to north without backtracking. You start in Marrakech and end in Fes, both major cultural centers, while covering all the highlights in between.
Can I extend this tour to include Chefchaouen?
Yes! We can add 2 days in Chefchaouen by extending the tour after Fes. This would give you the complete northern Morocco experience.
What should I pack for both desert and city climates?
For the desert: warm layers for nights, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses. For cities: comfortable walking shoes, lightweight clothing, and a light jacket for cooler evenings.
How much time do we spend in the desert?
You’ll spend 2 nights in the desert: one for the camel trek and sunset, and a second for the 4×4 exploration and sunrise. This gives you a comprehensive desert experience.
What is the significance of Volubilis?
Volubilis is one of the most important Roman ruins in Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It was once the capital of the Roman province of Mauretania Tingitana and features impressive mosaics and ancient structures.
Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors to Morocco?
Absolutely! This tour is perfect for first-time visitors as it covers a wide range of Moroccan experiences – desert, mountains, imperial cities, and historical sites – in a well-paced itinerary.
