➥Summary: 5 day tangier to Marrakech via Merzouga
On this 5-day Tangier to Marrakech tour, you will explore the ancient medina of Fes el Bali, visit the Roman archaeological site of Volubilis, and discover the city of Meknes. You’ll also experience the beauty of Ifrane, often referred to as “Moroccan Switzerland.” Additionally, spend an unforgettable night in the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi Merzouga, including fantastic camel trekking and breathtaking sunset and sunrise views.
Highlights: 5 day tangier to Marrakech
- Explore Chefchaouen, the stunning blue city in the Rif Mountains.
- Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis for a glimpse of Morocco’s history.
- Discover Fes, with its rich cultural heritage and medieval medina.
- Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through scenic landscapes and Berber villages.
- Experience a camel trek in the Sahara Desert, spending a night in a traditional desert camp.
- Marvel at the Todra Gorges, with its towering canyon walls.
- Explore the famous Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains, descending into vibrant Marrakech.
➥Itinerary: 5 day tangier to Marrakech Desert tour
DAY 01 : Tangier – Chefchaouen
We will meet you at your hotel to start our first day, heading to the charming blue town of Chefchaouen, also known as the “Blue Jewel.” Its buildings and houses are beautifully painted in shades of blue and white, making it one of the most picturesque towns in the Rif Mountains. You will have free time to explore the town at your own pace, as it is small and very safe for walking alone. We’ll spend the night at a comfortable hotel or riad.
Day 02 : Chefchaouen– Volubilis – Meknes– Fes
The tour continues towards the worth visiting Roman archaeological site of Volubilis. Then we head to Meknes to visit the former Imperial city and its most interesting monuments. In the late afternoon, you will reach Fes for checking in a local riad for the overnight stay.
DAY 03 : Fes– Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Today your driver will pick you up from your riad at 08:00 am, then drive south to Ifrane and Azrou through the Middle Atlas mountains. On the way, we will stop at the cedar forests to see the Barbarian Apes in their natural habitat. Traveling through Midelt and along the magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock, you’ll see views of the Middle-Atlas plateau and the scenery changing to reveal hints of the desert as you approach the city of Errachidia.
After lunch, we’ll continue our journey towards the Ziz Valley, Erfoud and Merzouga. After a cup of tea, then take a camel ride to a Berber camp Merzouga in the middle of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, which are the highest sand dunes in North Africa.
The camel trek takes about 1hr 30 min from to the camp, where we will set up in the Berbers tents for our night in the desert. The tents are well equipped with mattresses, blankets, and cushions. After dinner, we will gather around the fire and enjoy the sound of traditional Berber drums under the stars.
DAY 4 : Merzouga – Todra gorges – Rose valley – SAKOURA – Ouarzazate.
Your camel Guide will get you up to see the sunrise on the dunes then have a camel ride returning to the hotel , you’ll drive to Rissani, and Todra gorges the highest, gorges in Morocco Here you will have the choice to hike for an hour on the valley beside the river, where you will meet locals and learn about the culture and geography.After lunch we leave for ouarzazate via dades valley, roses City and Skoura,to get to ouarzazate in evening.overnight in Hotel/Riad
Day 5 : Ouarzazate – Aitbenhaddou– High atlas – Marrakech.
After breakfast in your accommodation, you will drive to the Kasbah of Ait Ben haddou; Built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber chieftains during the 19th century, it’s the most famous Kasbah in Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987.
After lunch you will continue to Marrakech via the High atlas Mountains (2260m) over the High Atlas Mountains, before arriving at your Hotel/Riad in Marrakech n’Tichka pass, reaching an altitude of . We will have some stops to enjoy the impressive views and visit the argan oil cooperative. Arrival to Marrakech red city late afternoon. Drop off In your accomodation, End of our 5 days Tangier to Marrakech via Sahara Desert.
➥BOOKING DETAILS: 5 day tangier to Marrakech
- 5 Days Sahara Tour
- Starting location: Tangier
- Ending location: Marrakech
- Confirmation: You’ll receive it when you book this tour
- Availabiliy: Everyday
- Departure: 9:00 am
✓Included: Tangier to Marrakech 5 days Desert trip
- Private, air-conditioned comfortable car
- English-speaking driver
- Fuel for the vehicle
- Hotel accommodation in Chefchaouen
- Hotel accommodation in Fes
- Overnight stay in a desert camp
- Private, well-equipped tent
- Hotel accommodation in Ouarzazate
- Camel ride (one camel per person)
- Sandboarding activity (optional)
- Dinner and breakfast included
☓Excluded: 5 day tangier to Marrakech
- Dinner in Chefchaouen and Fes
- Lunch
- Drinks
Note: If this 5-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech doesn’t suit your needs, please let us know. We can provide a different itinerary that matches your travel plans and vacation in Morocco.
