5 Days Marrakech to Tangier Desert Tour | Private Morocco Tour

Your journey begins with morning pickup from your hotel, riad or preferred meeting point in Marrakech. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views of valleys, traditional Amazigh villages and mountain landscapes. Arrive at Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous fortified village and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ancient ksar and learn about its history as a caravan trading center and filming location. After lunch, continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses before arriving in the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight accommodation in a hotel or riad.

After breakfast, continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through beautiful desert landscapes and traditional villages. Stop at Todra Gorge, where massive limestone cliffs rise dramatically above the riverbed. Enjoy free time to walk through the canyon and take photographs. Continue through Tinjdad and Erfoud before reaching Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. In the late afternoon, begin your camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy the changing colors of the sand as the sun sets over the Sahara. Upon arrival at camp, settle into your private tent and enjoy dinner, Amazigh music and stargazing.

Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes before breakfast at the camp. Return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 vehicle and begin the journey toward Fes. Travel through Errachidia and stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the magnificent Ziz Valley, one of Morocco’s largest oasis systems. Continue through Midelt and the Middle Atlas Mountains before reaching the cedar forests near Azrou, home to the famous Barbary macaques. Later, visit Ifrane, known for its European-style architecture, gardens and clean streets. Arrive in Fes during the late afternoon and check in to your riad or hotel.

After breakfast, meet your licensed local guide for a half-day exploration of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital. Discover the highlights of the UNESCO-listed Medina of Fes, including the Royal Palace gates, Bou Inania Madrasa, Al Quaraouiyine University, Nejjarine Fountain and the famous Chouara Tanneries. Explore the bustling souks and artisan workshops while learning about the city’s rich history and traditions. After the guided tour and free time for lunch, depart Fes and travel through the scenic Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen. Arrive in Chefchaouen during the late afternoon or early evening. Enjoy free time to stroll through the charming blue-painted streets and relaxed atmosphere of Morocco’s Blue City. Overnight accommodation in a riad or hotel in Chefchaouen.

After breakfast, enjoy free time to explore Chefchaouen at your own pace. Wander through the picturesque medina, visit Outa El Hammam Square, browse local artisan shops and capture memorable photographs of the city’s iconic blue streets. Later, depart for Tangier through the beautiful landscapes of northern Morocco. Upon arrival, your driver will drop you off at your hotel, airport, port or preferred location in Tangier. Your 5-Day Marrakech to Tangier Desert Tour comes to an end.