12 Days Morocco Itinerary from Fes
12 Days Morocco Itinerary from Fes overview
This private 12 days Morocco itinerary from Fes combines the historic medina, two nights in the Sahara region, the southern valleys, Marrakech and Essaouira. Travel with your own driver and adjust the accommodation and visits to suit your interests.
Tell us your dates, the places you’re curious about and how you like to travel. We’ll talk through the pace and accommodation choices before you book.
Tour highlights
- Fes
- Merzouga
- Todra Gorge
- Skoura
- Ouarzazate
- Marrakech
- Essaouira
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Your 12 day itinerary from Fes
Day 1Arrival in Fes
Meet your driver at Fes airport and transfer to your riad. Settle in and enjoy free time according to your arrival schedule. Overnight in Fes.
Day 2Guided visit of Fes
Explore the medina with a local guide, discovering traditional workshops, historic lanes and the city’s cultural heritage. Overnight in Fes.
Day 3Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Travel through Ifrane and the Middle Atlas, stopping near the cedar forest before continuing via Midelt and the Ziz Valley. This is a long travel day with breaks along the way. Overnight in a hotel near Merzouga.
Day 4Merzouga desert experience – Sahara camp
Discover the villages and desert landscapes around Erg Chebbi. Later, enjoy a sunset camel ride or arrange a 4×4 transfer to camp. Dinner and overnight in a desert camp.
Day 5Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Leave the dunes after breakfast, with time for Rissani when the schedule permits. Walk beneath the cliffs of Todra Gorge and continue to Dades Valley. Overnight in Dades.
Day 6Dades – Valley of Roses – Skoura – Ouarzazate
Follow the valley roads through the Valley of Roses and Skoura’s palm groves. Discuss an optional Kasbah Amridil visit before continuing to Ouarzazate. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day 7Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech
Explore the earthen village of Ait Ben Haddou, then cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka with scenic stops. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 8Marrakech with a local guide
Discover Marrakech’s medina, souks and historic quarters with a local guide. Choose monument visits according to your interests; entrance fees are confirmed in your proposal. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 9Free day in Marrakech
Enjoy a relaxed day for gardens, shopping or time at your riad. Optional activities such as a hammam or cooking class can be arranged separately. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 10Marrakech – Essaouira
Travel west to Essaouira for a change of pace on the Atlantic coast. Explore the medina and harbour at leisure. Overnight in Essaouira.
Day 11Free day in Essaouira
Spend the day enjoying the seaside atmosphere, galleries and medina lanes. Optional activities can be discussed with your host. Overnight in Essaouira.
Day 12Essaouira – Marrakech airport
Transfer to Marrakech airport, allowing sufficient time for the coastal drive and flight check-in. For an early flight, we recommend moving the final night to Marrakech.
Tour Route Map
Fes → Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech → Essaouira → Marrakech
Open in Google Maps ↗The map follows the main stops. Local visits and camp access are arranged separately.
What can be included?
Your written proposal will confirm each service. We can arrange:
- Private transport and a driver for the agreed route.
- Hotels, riads and desert accommodation to suit your preferences.
- Selected meals, clearly listed by day.
- Local guides, transfers and activities where agreed.
Plan separately unless listed in your quote
Flights, travel insurance, tips, personal purchases, unlisted meals and entrance fees are not automatically included.
A comfortable pace matters
Some mountain and desert stages involve long drives. We can discuss extra overnight stops or fewer visits. Road and weather conditions can affect the order of stops.
Frequently asked questions
Can we change the itinerary?
Yes. Share your dates and interests, and we’ll discuss what fits comfortably into your trip.
Are accommodation and meals included?
Your proposal will list the accommodation, room arrangements and meals included. Ask us about anything that matters to you before confirming.
Do I have to ride a camel?
For desert-camp stays, ask about a 4×4 transfer instead. We’ll confirm the available options and any difference in cost.
What does the tour cost?
The price depends on your dates, group size and accommodation choices. Send us those details for a personal quote.
How do I book?
Use the form or email us. We’ll talk through your plans and send the route, services and confirmation steps.