Tour Overview

This 5-day Morocco tour from Tangier is a wonderful journey that combines the blue charm of Chefchaouen, the history of ancient Roman ruins, the spiritual soul of imperial cities, and the adventure of the Sahara desert. Starting from Tangier, known as the “gateway to Africa,” you’ll travel through the Rif Mountains to discover Chefchaouen, the most photogenic town in Morocco with its blue-washed medina. You will then step back in time with a visit to the Roman ruins of Volubilis and continue to Meknes and Fes, both imperial cities rich in culture and heritage.

The tour continues south toward the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Here, you’ll experience the magic of camel trekking, watch the sun setting over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, and spend an unforgettable night in a Luxury desert camp under a star-filled sky. Along the way, you’ll explore cedar forests with wild monkeys, the lush Ziz Valley, and charming Berber villages.

From the desert, the journey takes you through the dramatic Todra Gorges and the beautiful Dades Valley, before heading towards Ouarzazate and the world-famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Finally, you’ll cross the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech, the red city full of life, culture, and history.

This short yet enriching tour offers the perfect balance of history, culture, adventure, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable Moroccan experience.

Tour Highlights

Discover the vibrant coastal city of Tangier, the gateway between Europe and Africa.
Drive through the Rif Mountains and explore the magical blue city of Chefchaouen.
Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Guided visits to the imperial cities of Meknes and Fes, full of history and culture.
Explore Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and the cedar forest of Azrou with its wild monkeys.
Cross the Ziz Valley with palm groves and dramatic landscapes.
Experience a camel ride in Merzouga Desert and watch the sunset over Erg Chebbi dunes.
Spend a magical night in a desert camp under the stars with Berber music.
Walk through the Todra Gorges and admire the natural rock formations of the Dades Valley.
Visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its history and Hollywood films.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
End the tour in Marrakech, Morocco’s most vibrant city.

Day 01 :

Tangier – Rif Mountains – Chefchaouen

Your 5-day Morocco tour begins in Tangier, where we will pick you up and drive through the beautiful Rif Mountains. Along the way, enjoy the stunning views of green hills and valleys before reaching Tetouan, a city with strong Andalusian and Spanish influence. By afternoon, we arrive in Chefchaouen, the “Blue Pearl of Morocco.” Here you will explore the narrow streets filled with blue and white houses, handicraft shops, and the charming Uta el-Hammam Square. Overnight in a riad in Chefchaouen.

Day 02 :

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

After breakfast, we leave Chefchaouen and head towards the Roman ruins of Volubilis, one of Morocco’s most important archaeological sites. You will walk among ancient pillars, mosaics, and arches that tell the story of a glorious past. Then we continue to the imperial city of Meknes, where you will visit the majestic Bab Mansour Gate, the Sahrij Souani basin, the Royal Stables, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. In the late afternoon, we drive to Fes, the spiritual capital of Morocco, for an overnight stay.

Day 03 :

Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we head south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stop is Ifrane, nicknamed the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its European-style architecture and alpine feel. Next, we visit the cedar forest of Azrou, home to the famous Barbary macaque monkeys. Continuing our journey, we pass through Midelt, famous for its apple orchards, before driving through the Ziz Valley, with its impressive palm groves and dramatic gorges. By evening, we arrive in Merzouga Desert, where camels will be waiting to take you across the dunes to enjoy a magical sunset over Erg Chebbi. Dinner and overnight in a desert camp under the stars.

Day 04 :

Merzouga – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the desert dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. After a camel ride back to Merzouga, we continue to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops. Then we head towards the spectacular Todra Gorges, where you can walk between the towering cliffs carved by the Todra River. Later, we drive to the Dades Valley, famous for its rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers” and the winding Tisdrine road. Overnight stay in a hotel in Dades Valley.

Day 05 :

Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

After breakfast, we continue our journey through the Valley of Roses and the Skoura palm groves before reaching Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa.” Here you can visit the famous film studios and the Kasbah of Taourirt. We then visit the world-renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and filming location for movies such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, we cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with breathtaking landscapes along the way. By evening, we arrive in Marrakech, where the tour ends with drop-off at your riad/hotel.

5 Days Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech

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