4 Days Marrakech to Fes Student Desert Tour

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Gorges

Your 4 Days Marrakech to Fes Student  Desert Tour starts after breakfast, as you set off toward the High Atlas Mountains. Along the Tizi n’Tichka pass, stop for photos of the stunning landscapes and traditional Berber villages perched on the hillsides.

Arrive at Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most impressive kasbahs, and explore its maze-like architecture that has been the backdrop for films such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, continue toward Ouarzazate and drive through the Valley of Roses, known for its fragrant blooms and local cooperatives. By evening, reach the Dades Gorges, where you can visit the famous rock formations called the “Monkey Fingers” before checking into your hotel for dinner and rest.

Day 2: Dades Gorges – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, travel along the scenic road that follows the Todra River, passing palm groves and Berber villages on your way to the dramatic Todra Gorge. Take time to walk beneath its towering cliffs before heading toward the vast dunes of Merzouga.

Before arriving, you’ll visit a Berber cultural shop, where you can try on traditional outfits and learn about local textiles and crafts (with no purchase obligation). Upon reaching Merzouga, enjoy a camel ride across the dunes as the sun sets, painting the desert in shades of gold and orange. End your day at a luxury desert camp, where dinner, drumming, and storytelling await under a blanket of stars.

Day 3: Full day in Sahara Desert

Wake up early to watch a spectacular sunrise over the dunes an unforgettable sight. After breakfast, start a full-day exploration of the Merzouga Desert by 4×4. Visit Berber nomads who live behind the dunes, discover their way of life, and learn how they’ve preserved their traditions for generations.

Continue to the village of Khamlia, where you’ll listen to Gnawa music and explore local culture. Visit the abandoned French mining village of Mefis, and if the season allows, stop at Merzouga Lake, home to migratory birds. After lunch, return to your riad for some leisure time you may relax by the pool, walk on the dunes, or even choose to spend another night at the desert camp.

Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Ifrane – Fes

After breakfast, depart for Fes through a scenic drive across the Ziz Valley, known for its endless palm groves and charming Berber settlements. Stop for photos and lunch in Midelt, then continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you may encounter Barbary apes in the cedar forest near Azrou.

Your final stop is in Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before continuing to Fes. Your driver will drop you off at your riad, marking the end of your unforgettable 4 Days Marrakech to Fes Student  Desert Tour.

FAQ: 

What should students pack?

Recommended items:

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Modest and lightweight clothing
• Warm layers (especially for desert nights)
• Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
• Reusable water bottle
• Small backpack for day trips

What transportation is used during the tours?

Students travel in private air-conditioned minibuses, 4×4 vehicles for desert areas, and sometimes camels for Sahara experiences.

Do students need a visa to enter Morocco?

Most nationalities do not require a visa for stays under 90 days, but we always recommend checking current entry requirements before traveling.

Can the itineraries be customized to our group’s needs?

Yes. All itineraries (2 days, 3 days, 4 days, 7 days, 10 days, etc.) can be personalized for:

• Educational focus
• Budget
• Physical comfort level
• Travel dates
• Number of students

Are the desert tours appropriate for students?

Absolutely, the desert experience is one of the highlights for student groups. Activities like camel trekking, sandboarding, and campfire nights are supervised and safe.