14 Days Tour from Fes To Marrakesh

Meet & greet at Fes Saiss airport and we drive to our traditional accommodation Riad in the old Fes city (Medina).

Full private Day guided walking tour old medina Fes El-Bali with an English- speaking city guide. The guide will walk you through the maze of souks and sights visiting some of the highlights including the famous Fes pottery sous, the musical instrument makers, metalworkers, carpet souks and the Tanneries Chaowara There are over 9000 cobbled medieval streets weaving their way through markets, mosques, Koranic schools, riads, and hidden fountains. Worth visiting is the Zaouia Moulay Idriss or shrine, Bad Boujloud ornamental gate, Al-Kairaouine Mosque, and University – the oldest university in the world, Al-attain Medrasa, Nejjarine fountain, King’s place and the Jewish quarter or ‘Mellah’. Your guide will include as much as possible in your day. Night in the Riad(bed+dinner+breakfast). accommodation:

Our day trip to Chefchaouen will start at 08:00 you will have 3H driving to get to the blue city and 3H driving back to Fes Chefchaouen or Chaouen, as it is often called by Moroccans, is a popular tourist destination because of its proximity to Tangier and the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. The name refers to the shape of the mountain tops above the town, that look like the two horns (chaoua) of a goat. “Chef Chaouen” derives from the Berber word for horns, Shawn. There are approximately two hundred hotels catering to the summer influx of European tourists. One distinction possessed by Chefchaouen is its blue-rinsed houses and buildings. Chefchaouen is a popular shopping destination as well, as it offers many native handicrafts that are not available elsewhere in Morocco, such as wool garments and woven blankets. The goat cheese native to the area is also popular with tourists. The countryside around it has a reputation for being a prolific source of kief. The Chefchaouen region is one of the main producers of cannabis in Morocco. The growing tourist industry is geared especially towards Spanish tourists, who are especially numerous during great Catholic feasts like Semana Santa and Christmas. Chefchaouen was visited by Joe Orton and Kenneth Halliwell in 1967. They adored it finding it “very ‘Golden Bough-ish’ Orton mentions their trip in the Orton Diaries. There are a number of distinct mosques in the town. Aside from the mosque at Place Uta Hammam in the medina, there is also a mosque dedicated to the patron saint of Northern Morocco’s Jebalah region, Moulay Abdeslam Ben Mchich Alami. His tomb and the village surrounding it is, by the way, an hour’s drive or so from Chefchaouen on the old road to Larache. There is also a ruined mosque built by the Spanish, with stairs still in the tower. back to Fes City in the afternoon.

We will travel all day from Fes over the Middle Atlas Mountains to the desert town of Erfoud the capital of Fossils. Heading out of Fes, the road climbs steadily through the dramatic landscapes you’ll enjoy Amazing panoramic views of the Middle Atlas. This is the homeland of Morocco’s indigenous Berber tribes, whose culture and traditions are still practiced up here in the mountains. Along the route, we pass through the cedar forests of Azro, with a chance to stop and observe the Barbary apes which inhabit this region. The agricultural town of Midelt the capital of apples is our halfway point and makes a convenient lunch stop. Then continuing over the Col du Zad, we will cross the Tizi N’Tairhemt Camel Pass and drive through the Ziz Valley and Gorges. Finally, we will pass Meski Oasis, on the edge of the grand Sahara before arriving in Erfoud, known as the ‘door to the desert’. We will spend the night in our first faux-Kasbah, built in the style of the ancient Berber and Touareg tribal fortresses and offering comfort, spectacular views, right on the edge of the desert. Night in the Hotel (bed+dinner+breakfast).

This is the day we enter the Sahara proper. There is not a long distance to travel (approx 2hrs), so the morning is free to relax at your hotel after the long road-trip yesterday. After lunch at your hotel, we follow the River Ziz through the Tafilalt Oasis and towards Rissani, the last market town of any size before the sands of the Sahara. There are interesting fossil workshops and an archaeological museum to visit along the way. You may also take the circuit Touristique that detours via crumbling mud-built villages, kasbahs and palm-groves which mark the site of the ancient ruined site of Sijilmassa – once the richest city in North Africa that built its wealth from the trade caravans and gold. You may also find time to visit the shrine or Zaouia of Moulay Ali Shereef outside Rissani, which is open to non-Muslims and has fine mosaic and carved plaster interiors to admire. By the end of the afternoon, you reach the desert at Merzouga, a small settlement on the edge of Erg Chebbi dunes. You can choose to spend the night here in either standard or luxury class bivouac deep in the dunes, or you can sleep in a kasbah-style hotel, traditional riad/auberge or even a mud-built eco-lodge at the edge of the dunes. We recommend camping out in the desert to truly appreciate the special atmosphere of the desert and to view the incredible constellations of stars and the unforgettable sunrise over the dunes. For those opting to experience the tranquility of the dunes, then the final leg of your journey is by camel! The night under stars at Berber traditional camp (bed+dinner+breakfast).

Early breakfast in the desert camp in the Heart of Sahara desert and return by camel to meet your 4×4 vehicle. After our night under the desert stars, we drive from Merzouga Village via the ochre cliffs of the Todra Gorges, Todra Valley, Dades Valley and into the Dades Gorges. Our route is an ancient one and encompasses the Oasis of Tafilalet and the road and Valleys of Thousands Kasbahs. The Todra Gorges and Dades gorges, with the high Atlas Mountains to the north and the Jbel Saghro range to the south, give us a glimpse of another type of Moroccan scenery – no less spectacular, although very different to what we have seen on previous days. The Rivers Todra and Dadès provide water for a series of oasis and palms in the region and we will have time to explore in the shade of the date palms and olive groves that line the riverbanks. Our day ends in the Dades Gorges, where we will spend the night either in a charming guest-house which clings to the steep cliffs or in an authentic converted kasbah in the Dades Valley with exquisite facilities and African-themed rooms. Night in the traditional Riad (bed+dinner+breakfast).

From the Dades Valley, we drive to the famous Roses Valley and Kalaat Magouna village, home to the main rose and rose water production of Morocco. On the way, we will drive off-road to visit Skoura Village, and oasis, where we will visit old Berber Place Kasbah Amredel and a small private museum, before ending our day in Ouarzazate city which called Hollywood of Africa where you will visit inside the walls of the old Kasbah Taourirt, in an authentic 17th century mud-built house which once served as the courthouse for the Pasha el Glaoui. It is now converted to a first-class boutique guest-house and is a fine example of traditional construction methods using local materials Night in the Traditional Riad (bed+dinner+breakfast).

In the morning, guests have the option to embark on a guided tour of the restored Atlas Film Studios before we continue our journey. Our route leads us through the arid regions of the Anti-Atlas Mountains and passes by the village of Tazenakht. Here, after about a 2-hour drive, we stop for lunch. You'll have the opportunity to visit one of the cooperatives selling the renowned hand-woven carpets for which this village is famous. We then continue our journey for approximately 4 hours through Taliouin, known for its saffron cultivation, and finally reach the small walled city of Taroudant in the fertile Souss Valley. Taroudant served as the capital of the Saadian empire in the 16th century before it was moved to Marrakech, earning it the nickname 'the grandmother of Marrakech'. Enjoy your night in a traditional Riad with dinner and breakfast included.

Our journey from Taroudant city to the port city of Essaouira passes through Agadir, the principal beach holiday resort in Morocco, before heading north along the rugged Atlantic coastline. Along the way, you'll catch glimpses of sun worshippers, surfers, fishermen, and some of the finest bananas that Morocco has to offer! You'll encounter deserted beaches and, if you're traveling in the summer, crowded beaches filled with Moroccan families. The road winds through protected forests of thorny argan trees, where "Berber gold" – argan oil – is produced by women's cooperatives, extracting this precious oil from the kernels of the argan nut. We'll pause for a simple lunch en route. Upon reaching Essaouira, we provide a variety of traditional riad accommodations within the 18th-century UNESCO World Heritage-listed medina, or you can choose a luxury boutique hotel near the beach.

­ ­In the morning, we begin our final journey to the vibrant and lively "red city" of Marrakech, the last of the four Moroccan Imperial cities you'll visit on this tour. The drive from Essaouira takes approximately 3 hours. Once we've checked into a traditional riad in the historic Marrakech medina, you'll have a free afternoon to explore and relax. We recommend heading to the main square, Jemaa El Fna, for lunch at one of the café restaurants offering excellent rooftop views of the bustling square's daytime activities, including acrobats, snake charmers, musicians, juice vendors, and henna artists. Spend the rest of the afternoon shopping for treasures in the world's largest covered market. For dinner, you can choose from Marrakech's diverse restaurant options, or you can sample the delicious offerings from the outdoor grills at Place Jemaa el Fna. Enjoy your night in a traditional riad.

­Enjoy a half-day morning tour with a city guide exploring the Imperial City of Marrakech, also known as 'the red city' due to its famous pink-hued ramparts. Your English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning and lead you through the bustling souks of the medieval medina. You'll have the chance to meet artisans, bakers, carpenters, spice merchants, and apothecaries, while also visiting iconic landmarks such as the Ben Youssef Medersa, the Bahia Palace, and the Koutoubia Mosque. Your tour concludes at the renowned Place Jemaa el Fna square. ­ The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. We recommend taking a horse-drawn carriage to the modern district of Gelize to explore the exquisite Majorelle Garden, formerly owned by Yves St. Laurent and originally the private residence of painter Jacques Majorelle. ­ For dinner, we suggest returning to the square for an evening meal at one of the outdoor food grills, where you can sample a variety of local delicacies including grilled meats, fried fish, fried eggplants, boiled snails, Harira soup, spiced ginger tea, and boiled sheep's head. Even if you choose to dine elsewhere, experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of Place Jemaa el Fna at night is a must – with smoke billowing from the grills, the rhythmic beats of street musicians, and the call to prayer echoing from the mosques as excited crowds gather for the nightly spectacle. Spend the night in a traditional Riad .

Discover the Agafay desert at the gates of Marrakech, wander through it on camelback or by quad bike. Experience an unforgettable adventure in the vast arid expanses of the reg, a true gem nestled in the heart of the Agafay desert just 35 minutes from Marrakech. Enjoy the absolute silence of the desert while witnessing a magnificent sunset over the Agafay dunes. Indulge in a delicious, spicy meal of traditions, scents, and flavors. All our dishes are prepared from local products and crafted by authentic Moroccan cooks with ancestral traditions. Spend a night in the Agafay desert at the gates of Marrakech in a luxury bivouac tent under the stars. That's the magic of a luxury camp in Agafay Marrakech. accommodation: the original camp dinner and breakfast at accommodation

meet at your accommodation in Agafay and start a one-day journey towards the High Atlas Mountains where you will discover the magnificent landscapes of the Imlil Valley. You will also experience the Berber way of life, its inhabitants, culture, craftsmanship, and cuisine. Back to Marrakech.

After breakfast at your riad, private transfer to the airport as required (Marrakech 30 mins, or Casablanca 3hrs). and end of our services. ­

hotel in fes : riad farouzi or similar
hotel in erfoud : hotel chergi or similar
hotel in merzouga : tiziri camp or similar
hotel in boumalen dades : luxury riad dades or similar
hotel in ouarzazat : riad dar barbara or similar
hotel in taroudant : dar alhossoun or similar
hotel in essaouira : le medina hotel essaouira or similar
hotel in marrakech : riad elhouma or similar

English and French-speaking driver
Local guide in Fes

Breakfast is provided daily, and dinner is included only during your stay in Merzouga desert and Boumalne dades

This tour offers Jain, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal and Kosher food options on request. Simply let Morocco Magic Trip know the food option that you prefer.

Private AC Vehicle