5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
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Overview
In this 5-day tour from Tangier, you will explore several stunning places. First, the journey starts at the gateway of Africa Tangier passing through Tetouan and the blue pearl of Chechaouen. Furthermore, the journey leads to the Amazigh Roman ruins, Volubilis, and the cultural city of Fes.
Also, visit the city of the Lion or the Switzerland of Morocco, Ifran city, and the Azrou’s Cedar Forest to meet the wild monkeys known as the Barbary Apes.
Next, spend an overnight camel trek in the middle of the desert, watching the desert’s colorful sunset and sunrise as well as stargazing at night time.
In addition, stroll in the dramatic canyons of Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Roses Valley, Ouarzazate, and the UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987 Ait Ben Haddou.
Finally, the tour ends in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
Highlights
- Gateway to Africa Tangier
- Enjoy Tetouan Landscapes
- Admire the blue city Chefchaouen
- The Amazigh-Roman city of Volubilis
- Guided tour in Fes Medina
- Switzerland of Morocco
- Cedar Forest of Azrou
- Overnight Camel trek in Merzouga
- Breathtaking desert views
- Sunset and Sunrise amidst the desert
- Valley of Roses
- Todra Gorges
- Taourirt Kasbah
- Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate
- Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Program itinerary of 5 days from Tangier to Marrakech
Here is the itinerary details of the 5 days Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech:
Day 1: Tangier - Tetouan - Chefchaouen
Arrival in Tangier and pick up at the port, airport, or your riad/hotel. First, we departure toward Chefchaouen, stopping in Tetouan to see its breathtaking medina, Tetouan (Tittawin in Tamazight, the eyes in English), nicknamed the white dove, or the daughter of Granada and it is a city in northern Morocco a few kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea.
Moreover, we will continue the journey to Chefchauen, arriving in time to enjoy the sunset and visit the beautiful city, as well as stroll through its streets, among its old houses of blue and white. Accommodation and breakfast at the riad/hotel.
Day 2: Chefchauen - Volubilis - Fez
After breakfast, we will leave the blue pearl in the direction of Fez, crossing the Rif mountainous forest until we reach the ruins of the Amazigh-Roman city of Volubilis; an archeological site declared a world heritage by UNESCO.
After visiting the ruins, we continue to discover the oldest capital of Morocco, the one that treasures the greatest heritage, which develops the best craftsmanship of the kingdom, Fez. It is declared a cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO.
There are numerous monuments that you can visit, palaces, the Jewish quarter, Madrasas (Koranic schools) such as Chahrij, Bouinania, and Attarin. In addition to Fes El-Jedid, the Karaouine Mosque (the first university in the world). Free afternoon in the medina. Accommodation in the riad/hotel.
Day 3: Fez - Ifrane - Cedar Forest - Desert
After breakfast, we head toward Merzouga Desert passing through the Middle Atlas Mountains to visit Ifran, a city known as the Switzerland of Morocco and one of the cleanest towns in the world.
Next, Azrou which is an Amazigh (Berber) village known for its crafts, carpets, and wood carvings. Here, a pause will be made in the cedar forest to see the wild monkeys. Later, continue the way through the Tizi Talghemt or Camel’s Neck at 1,907 meters of altitude.
In the afternoon, we reach one of the highlights of Morocco, the Merzouga dunes to start an extraordinary experience that everyone should do at least once in a lifetime, you will ride the Camels to the deep of the Erg Chebbi dunes, once you have arrived to the heart of the Desert, a pause will be made to feel the silence of nowhere as well as watching the sunset from one of the highest dunes.
After the sunset, you continue the camel ride toward the Desert camp located in the middle of the Desert, where you will have your private tent and enjoy a delicious dinner, later, enjoy the drums around the fire played by local Berber singing about life and nomadism under a starry, open sky creating memories that will stay in mind forever.
Day 4: Desert - Todra Gorges - Roses Valley - Ouarzazate
Waking up early in the morning is a must-do to contemplate the breathtaking sunrise in the desert. After breakfast, we head to Ouarzazate through the Tafilalt, Rissani, Jorf, Ksar Touroug, and Tinejdad until we reach Todra Gorges which are a series of limestone river canyons located in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains.
After strolling in the canyons, we continue to visit Kelaat M’Gouna known as the Valley of the Roses, in this wonderful place a festival takes place annually in May.
Finally, upon arrival in Ouarzazate, we will visit the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Studios. Accommodation with dinner and breakfast at the riad/hotel.
Day 5: Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
On the last day of the journey, we will head to Marrakech via the Tiz-in-Tichka pass (2260m), passing through the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben-Haddou declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, in this fabulous mud village, several Hollywood movies were filmed such as Queen of The Desert, The Last Temptation of Christ, The Man Who Would Be King, and the British documentary film A Life On Our Planet.
Later, we continue the journey to the capital of the former Pasha of Marrakech, located in Talouet Kasbah. Later, take the road of the curves which offers spectacular panoramic views.
Finally, arriving in Marrakech and dropping you off at your riad/hotel or airport. End of the 5 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech.
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5-day Tour Tangier to Marrakech price
Price Includes
- Pick up from the airport or port
- Private transportation
- English-speaking driver during the tour
- Car fuel
- Accommodation
- Camel ride per person
- Night in tents at the camp
- Sandboard in Merzouga Desert
- Transfer to the airport, Riad, or Hotel
Price Excludes
- Midday Meals
- Extra Drinks
- Flights
- Tips (optional)
- Entrance to monuments (optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
Fes, one of Morocco’s oldest and most culturally rich cities, has a wealth of historical, architectural, and several attractions like Medina of Fes el-Bali, Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin University and Mosque, Chouara Tannery, and The Royal Palace (Dar el Makhzen)
You will just 1 or 2 days to explore the best attractions in Fes as most of them are located in the ancient Medina
Both of the cities are important, each one of them has a historical site. However, Rabat looks modern but Fes still ancient as in the past
