5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech – Overview
The 5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech is a complete journey through Morocco’s most diverse landscapes. Travel from the north to the Sahara Desert via Chefchaouen and Fes. Enjoy a camel trek in Merzouga, sleep in a luxury desert camp, explore kasbahs and valleys, and cross the Atlas Mountains before reaching Marrakech.
5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech – Itinerary
Detailed itinerary of 5 days desert trip from Tangier to Marrakech
Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen
- Drive time: 4 hours drive
Your 5 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech starts with pickup from the port,
airport, or your hotel in Tangier. Travel through the scenic Rif Mountains
toward Chefchaouen, Morocco’s famous blue city. Enjoy free time to explore
the medina, take photos, and relax. Overnight in a charming riad.
Day 2: Chefchaouen – Fes
- Drive time: 4.5 hours drive
After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen and travel through the Rif foothills and the town of Ouazzane. Arrive in Fes in the afternoon. You may relax at your riad or enjoy an optional guided tour of the ancient Fes medina. Overnight in a traditional riad.
Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Merzouga
- Drive time: 7–8 hours drive
Leave Fes and head south toward Ifrane, often called the Switzerland of Morocco. Stop at the cedar forest to see Barbary macaques. Continue through Midelt and the Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon for a sunset camel trek. Overnight in a luxury Sahara desert camp.
Day 4: Merzouga – Todgha Gorge – Dades Valley
- Drive time: 5–6 hours drive
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, visit Rissani and Erfoud, then continue to the impressive Todgha Gorge. Enjoy a walk between the canyon walls before driving through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs. Dinner and overnight in Dades Valley.
Day 5: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
- Drive time: 6–7 hours drive
After breakfast, travel to Ouarzazate and visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening and drop off at your accommodation.
Inclusions
- 5 Days | 4 Nights Tour: From Marrakech to Fes.
- Airport Pick-Up: Free pick-up from the airport.
- Private Driver/Guide: Fluent English-speaking driver/guide.
- Luxury Private Vehicle: Air-conditioned, Wi-Fi, and luxury interior.
- Fuel: Included in the tour price.
- Accommodation: Includes dinner and breakfast.
- Luxury Desert Camp: 1-night stay in a well-equipped desert camp.
- Camel Trekking: Guided camel trek in the Merzouga Desert.
- Ait Benhaddou guided visit
- Pick up from your accommodation to Fes airport (Optional)
Excludes
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Flight tickets
Why Book This 5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech?
- Covers north Morocco, the Sahara Desert, and the Atlas Mountains
- Slower pace with more sightseeing time and relaxed travel days
- Private and fully customizable itinerary
- Authentic Sahara Desert experience with an overnight stay in a luxury camp
- Ideal for couples, families, and small groups
5 days desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech - Itinerary Map
5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech - FAQ
Is the 5 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech private or shared?
This is a private tour only. You will travel exclusively with your group, ensuring flexibility, comfort, and a personalized experience.
What destinations are covered during the tour?
The tour covers Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, Ifrane, the Middle Atlas Mountains, Merzouga Sahara Desert, Todgha Gorge, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech.
How many hours do we drive each day?
Daily driving ranges between 3.5 and 8 hours, including scenic stops, photo breaks, and rest time. The itinerary is well paced to avoid rushing.
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