5-Day Desert Tour from Tangier To Marrakech
From Tangier To Marrakech isn’t just a tour—it’s a story waiting for YOU
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The desert is an experience to be lived not merely described
OVERVIEW
During this tour, you will visit the following places: Tangier, Volubilis, Meknes, Fez, Ifran, Azrou, Ziz Valley,Errachidia, Arfoud, Rissani, Merzouga, Todgha Gorges, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech
This 5-day tour will take you from the imperial Tangier through the breathtaking landscapes of Morocco’s deserts, mountains, and valleys, ending in the vibrant city of Marrakech. You’ll also experience Amazigh culture, camel trekking, desert camping, and historical palaces. And another surprises await you. Our journey will continue exploring the vibrant Tinghir Gorges and visiting Dades Valley, where we will immerse ourselves in the local atmosphere and discover some things different. And before we conclude this adventure by heading to Marrakech, our journey will take us through the picturesque landscapes of the High Atlas mountains, making for the perfect end to this interesting experience.
Why You Should Take This Tour?
- To discover the cultures and history of Amazigh tribes
- An unforgettable desert experience with camel trekking and dunes camping
- Picturesque landscapes-mountains, valleys, oases, forests
- Visit historical monuments
1st Day : TANGIER– RIF MOUNTAINS – CHEFCHAOUEN
Your Moroccan adventure begins in the vibrant port city of Tangier, a place where Europe almost embraces Africa . After a quick breakfast in the most beautiful places overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, our journey towards the Rif Mountains will begin.
Driving through winding mountain roads, you will admire the picturesque scenery-rugged peaks, forested hills, charming Amazigh villages tucked into ravines. The trip is scenic and peaceful, a great way to enjoy the natural beauty of Morocco early in the trip. After about 2-3 hours, we will arrive in the town of Chefchaouen or the blue jewel, which is located in the heart of the countryside. We will spend the most beautiful moments in this clean and quiet townafter the afternoon we will try to walk around the maze-like City, we will take pictures in its blue alleys and we will visit artisan shops. We will spend our first night in the city of Chefchaouen
2nd Day : CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – MEKNES – FEZ
After breakfast, we will head to the city of Fez, famous for its ancient history .The Romanian Volubilis is considered protected by UNESCO. The first stop we will make at due to its heavy place in the Moroccan heritage
The city of Volubilis is located on the slopes of Mount Zerhoun, 28 kilometers from the city of Meknes. Volubilis is named after the Amazigh word Volubilis, which symbolizes the colorful lily flower, a plant that is widely spread in this region. The Roman city of Volubilis is known for its white marble columns, and its temple is proud of the shadow of the triumphal arch erected. It is considered among Morocco’s most visited archaeological sites and has an area of 18 hectares. After that, we continue to Meknes, a city dating back to the eleventh century AD that was founded by the Almoravids, and was taken by the Sultan Moulay Ismaïl as his capital in the 17th century. Among the places we will visit in this city is the charming walled Old Town, which is distinguished by the famous Bab al-Mansour gate. We will also visit the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, a sacred site dedicated to the famous Sultan Moulay Ismail, the founder of the Alawite dynasty. After lunch, we will head to Fez, where we will spend a delightful night in a beautiful Riad .
3nd Day : FEZ - IFRANE - AZROU - MERZOUGA
We will leave Fez early in the morning and drive into the Middle Atlas Mountains towards the city of Ifran, a small town known as “Little Switzerland” because it looks like a European village. In Ifran, we will take photos of the famous Lion Stone, which is a large rock carved in The Shape of a lion. After that, we will relax in a small cafe-and enjoy a warm coffee before continuing our journey to Azrou. In Azrou, we will walk among the trees of the cedar forest, where we can see tall old trees, and we will enjoy moments with Barbary macaques, playful monkeys that live in the wild. You will also have the opportunity to see one of the trees, called Guru cedar, which is more than 900 years old, making it one of the oldest trees in the region. As we move further into the mountains, we will pass through Amazigh villages, where people live in simple houses made of clay and stone. Along the way, we will stop at a high viewpoint to enjoy the amazing view of the Ziz Valley, a long green oasis full of palm trees in the middle of dry land.
In the middle of the day, we will arrive in the small town of middle oparis, a city famous for growing apples. Here, we will stop for lunch before continuing our journey. After lunch, the landscape will change, we will see more desert lands. We will bypass numerous palm trees and small villages as we approach Merzouga. Before sunset, we will reach the huge ERG shebbi dunes in the Sahara Desert. Here, we will leave our car and ride a camel in the desert. As we travel, we will see the sky turn into beautiful colors like orange, red, and gold. At night, we will arrive at our desert camp, where we will sleep in comfortable tents. We will enjoy delicious Moroccan tagine for dinner, listen to Berber music, watch the bright stars in the night sky. Surrounded by a quiet desert.
4nd Day : MERZOUGA - RISSANI - ERFOUD - TODGHA GORGES - DADES VALLEY
We begin our day in Merzouga, witnessing a breathtaking desert sunrise before heading to Rissani, a historic caravan town where we explore the bustling local market (on market days), visit the ancient ruins of Sijilmassa, and savor the famous Berber dish, Madfouna. Continuing to Erfoud, renowned for its fossil excavations and marble workshops, we visit a museum or fossil workshop to discover ancient marine relics, and if time permits, stop by the local date market. From there, we journey to the awe-inspiring Todgha Gorges, where towering canyon walls create the perfect backdrop for a scenic picnic, a refreshing mint tea break, or even some light rock climbing. As the adventure unfolds, we travel through dramatic landscapes toward the Dades Valley, pausing to admire the striking Monkey Fingers rock formations and navigating the legendary winding road of the Dades Gorge, a paradise for photographers. We end the day at a charming guesthouse, indulging in a traditional Amazigh dinner and unwinding under a mesmerizing star-lit mountain sky, bringing a day of adventure, culture, and breathtaking scenery to a perfect close.
5th Day :DADES VALLEY – ROSES VALLEY – SKOURA – OUARZAZATE - MARRAKECH
After breakfast, we head to Kalaa Magouna via Dades valley to explore the picturesque valley of roses. If you visit in May, you will come across the vibrant annual Rose Festival, where locals showcase a variety of local Rose-based products, including perfumes, rose water, essential oils and decorative items.
After lunch, we will drive towards the Skoura area through palm groves, stopping temporarily to enjoy the historic Amridil Kasbah before continuing to Ouarzazate. Immediately upon arrival, we will visit the famous film studios and the magnificent Taourirt Kasbah. As we will set off from the city of Ouarzazate towards the city of Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains, as we will enjoy the picturesque landscapes and cultural exploration of Berber villages. After about three hours, we will reach the Red City, where we will explore the lively city of Marrakech, famous for its bustling souks, historic city, and renowned landmarks such as the Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Park, and Jemaa El Fna. After we’ll head straight to the airport to say goodbye to the kingdom of Morocco, but the spirit of this journey will stay with us forever.
5-Day Desert Tour From Tangier to Marrakech Includes & Excludes
Includes
- Mode of transport: comfortable 4*4 or bus
- Driver: speaks English, Spanish, and French
- Accommodation: four nights in comfortable places
- Meals: four dinners and three breakfasts
- Reception: from your hotel or Tangier airport
- Delivery: Marrakech airport
- Three nights at a hotel with dinner and breakfast
- One night in a camp with dinner and breakfast
Excludes
- Lunches
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Tipping Drivers and Guides
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