8 Days Tour Fes To Marrakech
From € 570
Overview 8 days Morocco tour:
Embark in a 4WD 4 × 4 vehicle and discover the beauty of Morocco with this exciting one-week off-road itinerary. Begin and end in Marrakesh, visiting the rocky peaks of the High Atlas mountains and the colossal dunes of the Sahara. You’ll wander medieval medinas and souks, marvel at palaces and mosques, and explore ancient kasbahs and desert towns and off-roading Morocco tour adventure in hamadas.
- Duration: 8 Days/7 Night
- Start: Fes
- End: Fes
- Type: Private
- Style: Active & Explorer
Highlights of 8-day Morocco itinerary:
- Discover souks, palaces, and artisan workshops in medieval Marrakech
- Share a meal and spend a night with a local Berber family
- Enjoy the ride on 4WD car and adventure around Sahara desert
- Ride a camel over the dunes of the Sahara and try desert camp
- Explore sand dunes, oases, hidden valleys, and old kasbahs in the desert
Is this Morocco travel tour right for you?
This all-inclusive journey from Fes to Marrakech suits travelers who’d like to visit the top must-see sights of Morocco except the Sahara Desert and the blue city of Chefchaouen. Planning to visit the Atlas Mountains of Morocco where the real inhabitants of Morocco still live “Pure Berbers or Amazigh” and the breathtaking landscapes would take your breath away. You’d like to explore the rest of Moroccan imperial cities, Marrakech, Meknes, and Rabat, and wander through the UNESCO world heritage Medinas with the local guide. The temperature is extremely hot and you’d like to move around where you can beat the heat while exploring new places. Be aware that, the most part where it snows in Morocco is in the Atlas Mountains, the weather is being pretty cold in the winter.
Why you’ll like this Morocco excursion!
Travel with a local knowledge leader who will share the magic and the real of Morocco with you. Admire the landscapes along the way and the breathtaking views. Join a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains and learn more about their rich culture – then share a traditional meal with them at their local house. Take a gentle walk in Ifrane city referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco”. Witness the barbary apes in the Cedar Forest on the Mid Atlas Mountains. Enjoy your sightseeing tour with a local guide in every imperial city, knowing the history and culture and shopping in a traditional market. Trek in the Roman ruins of Volubilis and imagine yourself stepping back to 3 BC.
Brief itinerary of 8 days in Morocco :
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
Day 1 | Arrive in Fes, Sightseeing with a local guide | Fes |
Day 2 | Travel to Meknes to explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis | Meknes |
Day 3 | Head to Rabat and then to Casablanca | Casablanca |
Day 4 | After admiring the Hassan second mosque we travel to Marrakech | Marrakech |
Day 5 | Marrakech sightseeing with a local guide | Marrakech |
Day 6 | Travel to Azilal to see Ouzoud Waterfalls then to Bin El-Ouidane | Bin El-Ouidane |
Day 7 | Khenifra, M’rirt then Azrou and Ifrane for overnight | Ifrane |
Day 8 | Head to Fes airport from Ifrane |
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Detailed itinerary 8-day Morocco trip:
Day 01: Arrival in Fes - Sightseeing tour
Welcome to Morocco! you’ll be welcomed by a Morocco Vacation Travel representative and transferred to your hotel in the medina of Fes. Your sightseeing tour with a local guide will begin Immediately after checking into your hotel. Fes or Fez is home to some of the most beautiful sights that Morocco has to offer. You will walk through the narrow alleyways of the medina to visit the oldest leather tanneries in the world, watch how priceless rugs are hand-made on traditional looms, and walk through an active pottery factory as the craftsmen show you each step they take to create intricate mosaic artwork.
In addition to the wealth of artisanal skill, Fes is also home to holy shrines, religious schools, the old Jewish quarter and Synagogue, and the University of Al Quaraouiyine, which is the oldest continuously functioning university in the world. In the late afternoon, we will take you to a panoramic view nearby, where you can end your day, or have a cup of mint tea on the terrace of your hotel, enjoying the sunset over the medina of Fes known locally as Fes el-Bali
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- Fes – Medina guided walking tour
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Fes – Spa – Traditional Hammam & Massage with argan oil
MEALS INCLUDED
- No meals included today
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Entrance fees to the monuments are not included. However, it’s simply possible to be included just let us know please while you are confirming your trip with one of our experts.
Spa is not included, but if you’re interested let us know while confirming your trip with one of our experts or let your driver know in advance.
Day 02: Fes - volubilis - Meknes
Your cultural tour from Fes to the imperial city of Meknes will get started after breaking your fast in your hotel. The imperial city of Meknes is slower and less populated than the other imperial cities and is a perfect place to wind down from our active day in Fes. After a short drive, we will get to the Roman ruins of Volubilis on the outskirts of Meknes. Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once a provincial Roman capital, a distant outpost of the empire, the remains make an undeniably impressive sight.
Walking through its many structures and touching the ancient marble pillars will transport you back in time to Meknes City. Meet your local guide and explore the charming streets of Meknes’s medina – the old walled section of the city. There’s something particularly special about exploring this lesser-known medina as the locals go about their daily lives. Walk to the shrine of Moulay Ismail, the underground jail of Qara, and end your day walking in Lahdim Square next to the ancient Bab El-Mansour.
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- Meknes – Medina guided walking tour
- Volubilis – Roman ruins guided walking tour – MAD70
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Today’s total driving time is approximately 1 hour
Today’s total driving distance is approximately 64 km
Entrance fees to the monuments are not included. However, it’s simply possible to be included just let us know please while you are confirming your trip with one of our experts.
Day 03: Meknes - Rabat - Casablanca
Today, we will drive west to the coast to Casablanca passing through the current Moroccan capital: Rabat. As the home of the Moroccan government, as well as a densely populated and active Medina “old city”, Rabat is a perfect mixture of old and new. Start your visit with the vast minaret of the Mosque of Hassan II, then explore the lovely walled quarter known as the Kasbah des Oudaias, where you’ll enjoy an included mint tea in a café overlooking the ocean and Bou Regreg river. Afterward, continue the walk to visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Afterward, we will drive the short distance down along the coast to Casablanca, the largest city and economic capital of Morocco. Check into your hotel along the corniche.
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- Rabat – Tower Hassan Ⅱ walking tour
- Rabat – Oudayas Kasbah visit
- Rabat – Mausoleum of Mohammed V
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Today’s total driving time is approximately 3 hours
Today’s total driving distance is approximately 240 km
Entrance fees to the monuments are not included. However, it’s simply possible to be included just let us know please while you are confirming your trip with one of our experts.
Day 04: Casablanca - Marrakech
This morning you’ll visit one of the most impressive sites in Casablanca – the massive Hassan II Mosque. The Hassan II Mosque is the 3rd largest in the world and is also one of only three mosques in Morocco that non-Muslims can enter. Its towering minaret and intricate tilework make it a sight to behold. While you are in Casablanca, we will take you through it is medina in order to see its biggest square full of pigeons – pigeon square.
After lunch, continue to Marrakech. On arrival, check in to your beautifully decorated riad. If you are not that much tired, we’ll take you to visit Majorelle Gardens. In the evening why not head to the great square of Djemaa el-Fna, one of the largest public spaces in the world? When night falls it transforms into a hive of activity.
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- Casablanca – Mosque Hassan Ⅱ sightseeing tour – MAD130
- Casablanca – Pigeon square visit
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Marrakech – Majorelle Gardens (online ticket) – MAD150
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Today’s total driving time is approximately 2 hours. 39 minutes
Today’s total driving distance is approximately 243 km
Entrance fees to the monuments are not included. However, it’s simply possible to be included just let us know please while you are confirming your trip with one of our experts.
Day 05: Marrakech sightseeing tour
After enjoying a relaxing breakfast in Marrakech, your local guide will meet and take you through the twisting streets of the medina. Stop by Koutoubia Mosque. as the inside is for Muslims only. But its famous minaret is a sight to behold. Not far away from this ancient mosque, we will get to the Saadian Tombs, Palais El Badi, and Mederasa Ben Youssef. Ben Youssef Madrasa was an Islamic college and today it’s a historical site.
After having lunch in a local restaurant in Medina, we will take you to visit the rest of the must-see sites. Menara gardens and Majorelle gardens in the new ville. End your day in the famous Jamaa El Fna Square, chatting with snake charmers or sipping tea on a terrace with a gorgeous view over the medina.
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- Marrakech – Medina guided walking tour
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Marrakech – ATVing, buggy
- Marrakech – Majorelle Gardens (online ticket) – MAD150
- Marrakech – Hot air balloon
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Entrance fees to the monuments are not included. However, it’s simply possible to be included just let us know please while you are confirming your trip with one of our experts.
Day 06: Marrakech - Azilal - Ouzoud waterfalls - Bin El Ouidane
Today we will travel from Marrakech to Bin El Ouidane. there’s no rush on the way as the scenery is always interesting. After breaking your fast, we will visit the village of Azilal including the Ouzoud waterfalls. Enjoy the Berber hospitality and experience the local culture and food. Ouzoud waterfalls are the highest waterfalls in Africa.
these spectacular waterfalls crash down into the pools below. You can take a path down to the base where you can view the falls from the bottom and even take a boat to the main for a really outstanding experience before we get to your hotel overlooking the lake of Ben El Ouidane, with plenty of breaks along the way to appreciate the ever-changing Moroccan landscape.
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast & Dinner
MEALS NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- Azilal – village walking tour
- Ouzoud waterfalls – walking tour
- Ben El Ouidane – Lake visit
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Today’s total driving time is approximately 3 hours
Today’s total driving distance is approximately 191 km.
Day 07: Bin El Ouidane - Khenifra - M'rirt - Azrou - Ifrane
Also, there’s no rush on the way as the scenery is always interesting. From Ben El Ouidane to Ifrane city we will pass through the Berber villages. Stop in M’rirt village to visit its ancient market before continuing to Khnifra and Azrou city. Khnifra is a city in northern central Morocco, surrounded by the Atlas Mountains and located on the Oum Er-Rbia River.
After lunch travel to the town of Azrou through the cedar forest to witness the barbarian monkeys and continue to Ifrane city known as the Switzerland of Morocco. Overnight in the National Park of Ifrane.
ACCOMMODATION
- Splurge
- Mid-range
- Don’t break the bank (Standard)
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast & Dinner
MEALS NOT INCLUDED
- Lunch
INCLUDED ACTIVITIES
- M’rirt – Market walking tour
- Azrou – Cedar forest
- Ifrane – National Park walking tour
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Today’s total driving time is approximately 5 hours. 14 minutes
Today’s total driving distance is approximately 277 km.
Day 08: Ifrane - Departure to Fes Airport
Your 8 Days Tour Fes To Marrakech via imperial cities and the Atlas Mountains comes to an end. After a quiet morning and breakfast, you then depart for the airport in Fes and your flight home. If you’re like us, it won’t be long before Morocco calls you back. Our team makes sure to transfer you to the airport 2 or 3 hours before your departure even not miss your flight.
MEALS INCLUDED
- Breakfast
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Today’s total driving time is approximately 1 hour
Today’s total driving distance is approximately 64 km
Whether your flight is in the afternoon, we may take you to visit a producer wine factory in Morocco, if you are interested
Inclusive & Exclusive
- Inclusive
- Services of MVT throughout
- Private A/C SUV vehicle or minivan & fuel
- An English/Spanish/Portuguese speaking guide during the trip
- A well-experienced driver during the trip
- Airport transfers
- Pick up & drop off everyday
- Private local guide in Marrakech, Fes, Volubilis & Meknes
- All accommodation with daily breakfast
- 2 Dinners
- Exclusive
- Personal purchase & souvenirs
- Lunches and drinks
- Dinners on the following days: 1 –2 –3 – 4 – 5
- Optional activities
- Tips & Gratuities
Accommodations
We select the best accommodations carefully to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Hospitality and everything makes you feel like home.
| Standard 3 star | Mid-range 4 star | Splurge 5 star |
Marrakech | |||
Erg Chigaga | |||
Foum Mhamrech | Riad Nomad | ||
Merzouga | |||
Merzouga | |||
Boumalne | |||
Marrakech |
* If those accommodations above are not available at the time of booking. You’ll be staying at similar ones and we will let you in advance. If you have preferred ones in mind to stay at and not mentioned above, let us know and we’re happy to book it for you.
* April and December are peak travel times! Make sure you book in advance to get preferred accommodations.
Price & Booking
| 1 person | 2 person | 4 person | 8 person | 10 – 16 person |
First option | $ 2070 | $ 1200 | $ 7 40 | $ 480 | $ 350 |
Second option | $ 1590 | $ 930 | $ 760 | $ 590 | $ 440 |
Third option | $ 2170 | $ 1385 | $ 1140 | $ 990 | $ 780 |
The prices of our tours depend on the packages you select(Splurge, Mid-range, or Don’t break the bank accommodations), the number of travelers on your journey, and the season of your travel.
* All prices are in Euro, US Dollars, Pounds, or Moroccan Dirhams, per person. There is an additional 10% fee for tours including the dates between Dec.20 – Jan.5(Peak Season). For single rooms, a single supplement fee will be applied.
For the bookings of our tours, we kindly request a small deposit of 20% of the total price to be sent to our bank account, Paypal or Wise account. The balance is to be paid to your driver/guide at the meeting.
Trip preparation
Know Before You Go
Although most of the planning and preparation is taken care of for you, there are still a few things you should know and some details you should take care of to ensure your comfort, safety and peace of mind. Please review the following information before your departure to ensure that any surprises along the way will only be pleasant ones.
During the booking process please let us know if you have any food restrictions or allergies.
Since lunches are not included, your guide will suggest restaurants where the food is tasty and fresh in order not to get sick. However, if you have a particular restaurant in mind. Inform your guide to accommodate your choices. On the other hand, based on his experiences, he will be glad to assist you whether their service and meals are marvelous.
Alternatively, your driver will make frequent stops along the way, especially in breathtaking places. This tour is flexible, if you recognize a worthy place to stop in, feel free to ask your gently driver.
Respect tour departures times to avoid delay and loss of sightseeing opportunities. If necessary, let your guide and driver know.
For the benefit of all tour participants, we ask tour members to be considerate of their fellow travelers in the following ways:
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) or “drone” technology has quickly become affordable and is increasingly popular with recreational users. While some countries have clear, established drone laws, others do not, or existing regulations are undergoing review and change. Travelers who wish to bring a drone on their trip are responsible to research and abide by the laws and regulations, as well as to check with their airline(s) regarding their rules for transporting drones. Please note that tours are unable to extend the length of scheduled visits and stops to accommodate use of drones. If you’re coming with your drone, let us know in advance to schedule the time for it.
- Ramadan may make your trip excruciating, due to most of the restaurants and shops would be closed. And alcohol beverages will not be served in restaurants and hard to find.
- Our guides are fluent in languages, and they are happy to share all what they have known so far, if you’d like skip or add an activity to your daily itinerary feel free to ask your guide.
- During your stay in Sahara Desert (desert camp) your luggage will be transferred directly and safely to your camp.
- Children under 5 years old are free of charge. 6 – 8 (- 70 %). 10 years old is considered to be an adults.
Reviews
FAQ
Yes! Absolutely, this 8 day tour from Fes to Marrakech is available every day, except summer the temperature can reach 40 degrees Celsius – 104 degrees Fahrenheit.
The early bird catches the warm! As soon as you know your exact dates of your desert trip, contact us.
It depends on the period you’d like to experience Sahara Desert. The tents are well-equipped (enough blankets, hot water, and extra pillows).
- Summer: (end of June – Augusts) light and soft clothes, such as scarf, skirts, slippers, skin protection, sunglasses.
- Winter: (October – end of March) warm clothes, sneakers, extra jacket or coat.
The best time to do this Morocco itinerary 8 days is all seasons of the year except summer. You might feel overwhelmed by sandstorms and high temperatures.
The best way to experience Sahara desert is by camel ride. To enjoy this ancient transport, put comfortable clothes on, loose pants, sneakers and a small bag where you can put some stuff in, like a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera if you have any.
So many Sahara desert adventures get confused between Sahara Desert of Erg Chigaga and Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. Both of them would take your breath away! But here is one thing to keep in mind, if you’re looking for a typical lifestyle and would like to stay away from touristy places, then Sahara Desert of Erg Chigaga means you. On the other hand, Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga attracts tons of visitors all over the world, due to its high clean oragned-sand dunes and luxury camps.
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