Sahara & Imperial Cities — 5 Days
⏱ 5 days 📍 Fès · Merzouga · Marrakech

Sahara & Imperial Cities — 5 Days

Fès · Merzouga · Marrakech — Maroc

Our bestselling tour. In 5 days, from Fès to the Merzouga desert, then Marrakech via the Todra Gorge, Dadès, the Roses valley, Ouarzazate and Aït Ben Haddou. An unforgettable loop north to south.

Our best-selling circuit, combining in 5 days the essentials of Morocco: the medina of Fès, the Sahara desert at Merzouga with a night in a Berber camp, then the road of the kasbahs (Todra, Dadès, Valley of Roses, Skoura, Ouarzazate, Aït Ben Haddou) up to Marrakech. An ideal loop itinerary that covers the North, South and Atlas, with no backtracking. Accommodation in riad in Fès, luxury camp in Merzouga, kasbah-hotel in the Dadès and riad in Marrakech. Private transport in 4x4 or air-conditioned minivan, experienced French-speaking driver-guide, accompaniment by local official guides in Fès and Marrakech. Ideal for a first comprehensive discovery of the country.

Sahara & Imperial Cities — 5 Days

Highlights

  • Merzouga dunes and desert night
  • Todra Gorge
  • Roses Valley
  • Aït Ben Haddou (UNESCO)

Itinerary

1

Fès · Ifrane · Merzouga

Cedar road, Ifrane, Oued source, Ziz palm grove, arrival in Merzouga in late afternoon. Camel ride, dinner and overnight in a Berber camp at Erg Chebbi.

2

Merzouga · Todra · Dadès

Sunrise, return to Tinghir, walk through the Todra Gorge, Berber lunch. Evening: dinner and overnight in a kasbah-hotel in the Dadès gorges.

3

Dadès · Valley of Roses · Ouarzazate

Road of the Monkey Fingers, Kelaât M'Gouna (Valley of Roses), Skoura and its palm grove, Amerhidil kasbah, Ouarzazate (studios, Taourirt kasbah).

4

Ouarzazate · Aït Ben Haddou · Marrakech

UNESCO ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, Tichka Pass, descent to Marrakech, check-in at the riad in late afternoon, free dinner.

5

Marrakech: guided day and departure

Guided tour of the medina (Koutoubia, Bahia palace, souks, Jemaâ el-Fna), lunch, airport transfer or extension.

Frequently asked questions

Can we start from Marrakech instead of Fès?
Yes, the itinerary can be reversed: Marrakech → Aït Ben Haddou → Dadès → Todra → Merzouga → Fès, ending in Fès or Casablanca. Specify your preference and arrival/departure airport at booking.
What is the difference with the 7-day Grand Tour?
This 5-day circuit omits Rabat, Meknès and Volubilis (North). Ideal if you have less time but want to see the desert and Marrakech. The 7-day adds the northern imperial cities and Casablanca.
Is the Merzouga Berber camp of good quality?
Yes: private dome tents with beds, sheets, blankets, shared facilities, traditional dinner, music and campfire. Limited electricity in the evening. For more comfort, luxury camp option (private facilities, hot shower) at extra cost.
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