15 Days Desert Tour from Fes

Overview :

For an epic exploration, join us on a 15 Day Desert Tour from Fes, created to reveal Morocco’s most remarkable spots. The trip starts in Fes, an ancient imperial city and leads you through amazing and varied parts of the country. You’ll visit well-known imperial cities including Meknes, Marrakech and the lovely beach city of Essaouira. In addition, you’ll travel north to see places like Tangier and the gorgeous blue streets of Chefchaouen that highlight the coastline of the Mediterranean. Visit incredible ancient mosques, enjoy the wonders of famous landmarks and enjoy wandering along winding streets full of crafts, all while exploring the cultural history of every place you visit.

Furthermore, this journey of 14 nights / 15 Days, half-board or full-board from Glamorous Luxury Camp, makes your unique experience a reality. You’ll travel from exciting imperial towns to some of the world’s most beautiful mountains and the fascinating Sahara Desert filled with sand dunes and old kasbahs nearby. The Berber communities living in these surroundings are friendly and make traveling in the region special. Camping amid the desert sands under the stars and discovering ancient areas are two ways to experience the wonder in Morocco. On this 15 Day Desert Tour from Fes, you will discover a world of amazing tastes and impressive sights.

Highlights :

  • Explore Fes’s ancient medina and rich history.
  • Discover Meknes’s grand imperial gates.
  • Experience Overnight Desert Camping in Merzouga.
  • Enjoy Berber hospitality in the Sahara.
  • Uncover Ouarzazate’s cinematic Kasbahs.
  • Walk through Ait Ben Haddou’s historic village.
  • Experience vibrant Marrakech’s Djemaa el Fna.
  • Visit the picturesque coastal city of Essaouira.

Plan :

Day 1: Fes – Arrival and Introduction to Your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes

Your 15 days in the desert start when you are met at Fes Saiss Airport on your arrival. On arrival, you will be picked up in a comfortable private vehicle and whisked off to your hotel or Riad without any problems. As soon as you’re settled, the rest of your time can be spent however you like.

Maybe you’ll want to unwind a bit after your trip, as you go on a first walk near your Fes Medina accommodation. If you’d rather have an authentic drink, visit a local cafe for their Moroccan mint tea. cette première heure d’aucun programme vous donne du temps pour vous familiariser avec votre nouvel environnement et cela donne un air interesting à votre aventure. During your visit, you will find cosy accommodation in thehistoric heart of Fes near the Boulmane neighborhood.

Day 2: Fes City Tour

Following breakfast, you start your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes by exploring Fes which is Morocco’s oldest city. You’ll use the morning to explore its narrow old streets and alleys, experiencing the place’s long-lasting ambiance. We start our complete visit by seeing the Royal Palace gate which features impressive Moroccan craftsmanship. You’ll go on to check out the historic headquarters of Jews, the original Mellah in Morocco which was built in the 16th century and gives a great look at Morocco’s cultural heritage.

Furthermore,we will ensure that you visit all important cultural and historic attractions. You will also find the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest still operating university in the region and a strong symbol of its culture. You’ll be able to see Tanneries, find out about the interesting Attarine Museum and visit the sacred Mulay Idriss Mausoleum. After the lunch, you’ll stop by a cooperative studio to watch traditional artisan tile making. Finally, look out over the whole medina of Fes from a beautiful spot. Dinner and your room for the night will be in Fes.

Day 3: Fes → Midelt → Merzouga – Desert Gateway on Your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes

When breakfast at your hotel is done, your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes travels south as you head toward the amazing Sahara. You should travel to Merzouga first passing through Errachidia and Erfoud. As you travel along this route, you’ll find that the landscape changes a lot from one place to another. You will drive through the impressive Ziz Gorge, enjoying views of the High Atlas and seeing how rugged Morocco’s interior is.

Furthermore, and little by little, you will observe the area transforming, with the first bits of desert beginning to show as you make your way to Errachidia. Here, you’ll eat a flavorsome Berber lunch in a friendly environment. Afterward, you will pass through Ziz Valley, enjoying the sight of green and lush areas in the desert and stopping along the way to view the valley. In the end, we will reach Merzouga which leads to the amazing Erg Chebbi sand dunes. The beautiful golden desert will make for a memory you’ll never forget. Your meals and overnight accommodation have been planned close to the dunes, so you can enjoy a great Overnight Desert Camping in Merzouga experience tomorrow.

Day 4: Merzouga Desert

Once you finish your meal, your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes will give you a chance to discover the real Sahara up close. You will spend time with local nomads and realize how they live in genuine Berber tents. As a result, visitors discover what life in the desert is really like and appreciate it even more. After that, you will eat lunch, in the form of a delicious Berber pizza prepared with local, fresh foods and giving a true taste of the area.

Furthermore, at this point, you can enjoy some peace and quiet at Desert Luxury Camp Merzouga after lunch. Toward the end of the day, get yourself and your camel ready for one of the best parts: riding through amazing Erg Chebbi’s dunes. People admire these dunes for their unusual beauty which gets even more stunning as the sun goes down. After you get to your Merzouga Desert Camp, you’ll be treated to a delicious dinner while looking up at theMany stars. You will hear Berber music being played over the sand, over the sand dunes which creates a very mythical experience.

Then, you will spend a night in the desert of Merzouga which is sure to be an unforgettable Morocco Camping experience. At this Morocco Luxury camp, Glamorous Luxury Camp gives guests a unique stay in the Sahara, making sure they feel very comfortable and enjoy true charm at the Desert Luxury Camp in Merzouga Morocco.

Day 5: Merzouga → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley – Canyons and Oases

You will finish up your last breakfast at your camp, then your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes will leave the golden dunes and continue heading west in the morning. We start off from Merzouga on the way to Tineghir. We’ll make a stop at Ksar Touroug, where we’ll see its famous oasis which looks green against the desert in which it sits. Looking over many palm groves, Tineghir remains an ancient army outpost and a place to learn about the history of the area.

Afterwards, we’ll make a thrilling trip into the Todgha Gorges. You’ll find striking, tall canyons here and the trails along the riverbed will give you a great chance to refresh. These gorges are simply huge. After appreciating the waterfalls, we will keep traveling to the Dades Valley. You’ll notice interesting rock formations and old Berber villages perched on the hillsides here. Dinner and a night stay are included at the panoramic hotel in Dades Valley which provides beautiful views of the area all around you.

Day 6: Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Following breakfast, the tour from Fes will take you along the Dades Valley, then to Kalaa M’gouna and Ouarzazate. Many people know this particular path in the Dades Valley as “the way of the thousand kasbahs,” thanks to the extra opportunities it creates for photographers. Stunning sights in both flower-scented valleys and filmsets in Ouarzazate make this a memorable journey.

The next stop will be at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, the biggest Kasbah in Morocco and a world heritage site. One of the last great Berber chiefs, T-hami El Glaoui, had this kasbah built so his travel between the Sahara and Marrakech became more manageable. After spending time exploring this famous landmark, we will travel into the beautiful High Atlas Mountains. You will have a chance to admire many views and see neat Berber villages, get to know their more traditional ways, all while travelling towards Marrakech which you will check into your hotel in.

Day 7: Marrakech Sightseeing Tour

In the morning, once you have had your delicious breakfast, your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes takes you to Marrakech which is also known as the Red City and makes it your main spot of exploration all day. We will explore the city in detail, enjoying its best attractions and really experiencing its buzz for ourselves. You get to see the Koutoubia Mosque, one of Marrakech’s important sights and notable for its minaret.

After that, you’ll visit the El Bahia Palace which is truly impressive for its Moroccan architecture and design. You will continue to the Saadian Tombs, where stunning decorations show the resting places of Marrakech’s kings. Phew walk through the serene Menara Gardens, a basin surrounded by an oasis of calm. Djemaa el Fna, the center of Marrakech, is where the end of the day brings storytellers, musicians and performers to life in the evening bustle. After a great day out and finding the wonderful Red City, we will bring you back to your Riad or hotel in Marrakech.

Day 8: Marrakech – Free Day or Ourika Valley Excursion

You have the option today on your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes to decide what you want to do. Marrakech gives you the chance to soothe your senses on a free day. This gives you a way to return to interesting places, take your time to see the medina’s secret paths or enjoy the lively scenery. You could spend your time in the city’s markets for last-minute gifts, try a traditional hammam bath or choose from its restaurants for a taste of local food—all great ways to feel the city’s spirit.

You can also choose a wonderful trip from Marrakech to the Ourika Valley and the Setti Fatma waterfalls. Marrakech tourists find this excursion to be a pleasant way to explore nature at any time of day. Ourika Valley is placed quietly within the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Furthermore, you will pass through multiple genuine Berber communities and there are stunning things to see all along the road. Once you reach Ourika Valley, you will see the charming waterfalls of Setti Fatma and then have time to enjoy its pure nature. Once we’ve visited Setti Fatma, we will go back to Ourika Valley to have lunch in one of the lovely restaurants above it. After lunch, we’ll be on our way back to Marrakech.

Day 9: Marrakech – Leisure and Exploration

You have another day off on your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes to enjoy and explore Marrakech yourself. You will have plenty of time to spend more on interesting sections of the city or just take it easy and enjoy the buzz around you. Maybe you’ll go back to the souks to search for specific things you want to buy such as crafts or spices.

If you would like something different, you might find a rare spot, like a private garden or a not-so-popular museum, that gives another view of Marrakech. You are free on this day to enjoy indifferent time and plan your day around what suits you best. If you like culture or prefer a slower atmosphere, Marrakech has plenty for you to do. You’ll have dinner here and spend the night at your riad in the Moroccan city of Marrakech.

Day 10: Marrakech → Essaouira – Coastal Breeze

The morning after breakfast, your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes will leave for the beautiful coastal city of Essaouira, also known as Mogador. This city has been part of Portugal for centuries and it is famous for its slow pace and active artistic group. The tour shows you amazing coastal beaches that are less crowded and introduce you to a new side of the country’s landscapes. You will see some interesting sights during your journey to enhance your experience.

We’ll see argan oil cooperatives where you will discover how local women produce this important oil with only a few traditional tools. It’s possible to notice goats going up the argan trees. Once you arrive in Essaouira, you’ll enjoy a half day free to relax and admire the scenery at your leisure. Because of its blue, white and yellow clapboard houses, the city has a distinctive coastal flair. Consider eating lunch in Mogador when you have the chance and maybe ordering some local and fresh seafood. Spend the night at your place in Essaouira.

Day 11: Essaouira → Safi → El Jadida → Casablanca – Atlantic Coastline on Your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes

Day 16 of your 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes will cover a lovely drive along the Atlantic, heading to Casablanca. The next place we’ll visit is Safi which was once a Portuguese colony, like Essaouira. Now, you can explore Safi and see the local artisans at work, especially those creating colored and decorative pottery. You’ll watch people making different crafts and highlight your visit with something interesting you find.

Then, we will carry on north to El Jadida, another amazing former Portuguese town protected by walls and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You are sure to see the Portuguese Cistern which is a unique underground reservoir. After that, we head to Casablanca which is the main economic and industrial town in Morocco, with great modern facilities. At your point of arrival, you will take a short tour to find the Habous, the impressive Justice Palace, the occupied town square and the charming coastline. You will sleep in Casablanca after dinner, moving on to visit the northern cities.

Day 12: Casablanca → Rabat → Tangier

Your trip from Fes starts after breakfast with a brief sightseeing tour of Casablanca, where you may visit familiar spots or find new ones. The Habous neighborhood is amazing for experiencing daily Egyptian life and you’ll also find the Justice Palace and the lively center here. You’ll be able to enjoy the fresh views near the shoreline. We will move on to Rabat, the impressive former capital and the center of government for the Kingdom.

You’ll go on a thorough tour of the sights of Rabat. You’ll walk through the Méchouar, where the magnificent walls and high ramparts of the Royal Palace are displayed. Ramble through the historical Oudayas Kasbah which provides great views for visitors. Furthermore, you can appreciate the workmanship at the Mohamed V Mausoleum and the striking Hassan Tower which was not completed as a minaret. Next, we’ll travel to Tangier after admiring the Atlantic coast and stopping in two lovely towns, Larache and Assilah. Your evening meal and your stay for the night will be in Tangier, as you start your journey to the far north.

Day 13: Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen

The Tangier city tour is the first step on the 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes after breakfast, giving you a chance to understand the charm of the north. At Cape Spartel, you will admire the contrast between where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet and experience the importance of this location. Visit the Caves of Hercules, surrounded by stories from the past and features of great interest in geology. After that, we will travel to Tetouan, famous for its strong Andalusian heritage and its medina which is listed by UNESCO.

Tetouan has the typical Moroccan medina, with tight streets and houses that are part of its history. Furthermore, let’s appreciate the powerful look of the royal palace, check out the interesting Mellah area dedicated to Jews and visit the historical Bab Remouz gate as well. With this exploration behind us, we’ll embark to Chefchaouen, a wonderful white and blue town in the Rif Mountains. You will eat lunch as soon as you arrive which will let you taste some local foods. Once you’re done in Tangier, take a scenic tour of Chefchaouen which is famous for its gorgeous blue streets and peaceful mood. After dinner, you will stay in Chefchaouen and experience how quiet and charming it is.

Day 14: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes

Once you’ve had breakfast in Chefchaouen, the 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes returns to the imperial cities. The first thing we’ll do is take a beautiful drive to Volubilis, one of the biggest ancient Roman ruins in Africa. Visitors have plenty of time here to go through the ruins and grasp the important history of this site in Morocco. Because they are in good condition, these mosaics and structures give a clear picture of the past.

Spending several hours in the ruins, we will proceed to Meknes which was built in the 17th century and is full of history. Let’s enjoy some local food and relax with lunch. Afterward, you’ll be able to discover the historic walls of the old town, see the grand entrance at Bab el Mansour gate and visit Moulay Ismail’s shrine. We proceed to Fes city at the end, where you’ll stay for your last night, remembering all the outstanding places from your adventure. After your visit, dinner and lodging will be in Fes.

Day 15: Fes – Departure

Today is the day when your perfect 15 Days Desert Tour ends in Fes. According to your time of departure, your remaining breakfast will be served at the hotel or Riad where you stayed in Fes. You can begin your day later in the morning. After fourteen full days, you’ll ensure all is ready and you will reflect on all you’ve seen and done, browsing the photos that stand out to you.

Furthermore, your private transfer will be waiting for you after you finish breakfast. It will bring you easily to Fes Saiss Airport (FEZ) for your trip. The team takes care of making sure you are there early enough for check-in and security. You’ll find your departure just as stress-free and organized as your arrival. You will remember many special moments as you leave. Here you will find ancient imperial cities, the large and lifeless Sahara, lively coastal towns and a rich Moroccan culture. Such a wonderful journey organized by Glamorous Luxury Camp will leave you with unforgettable memories.

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What are the major destinations covered on this 15 Days Desert Tour from Fes ?
This grand expedition takes you through a full Moroccan circle—starting in Fes and continuing to Midelt, Merzouga (Sahara Desert), Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech, Essaouira, Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Volubilis, and finally back to Fes. It blends imperial cities, coastal towns, the Sahara Desert, and mountain villages for a full cultural experience.
Yes, the tour includes an overnight desert camping experience in Merzouga at a premium facility such as Glamorous Luxury Camp. You’ll enjoy a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, traditional Berber music under the stars, and a comfortable stay in private tents with en-suite amenities. This is one of the most magical highlights of the tour.
The itinerary is thoughtfully designed but flexible. Optional excursions, like the Ourika Valley day trip from Marrakech, can be added. Free days in Marrakech and Essaouira also allow you to relax or explore more at your own pace. If you’d like full board or tailored excursions, Glamorous Luxury Camp can adjust the tour based on your preferences.
You’ll stay in a curated mix of boutique riads, charming hotels, and luxury desert camps, all chosen for their comfort and authenticity. Accommodations are centrally located for convenient access to medinas and attractions. Guests may request upgrades or full board options in advance.

The most ideal seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) when the weather is pleasant across all regions. However, the tour is available year-round and each season offers a different Moroccan charm—from cool mountain air to golden desert sunsets. The Glamorous Luxury Camp team ensures your comfort regardless of the season.