5-Day Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
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5-Day Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
Explore Morocco on this 5-day, 4-night journey from Tangier to Marrakech, visiting some of the country’s most remarkable sites. Start with visits to Cape Spartel and the Hercules Cave, then cross the Rif Mountains to explore the blue city of Chefchaouen and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Continue with sightseeing in Meknes, and visit Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco, along with the nearby cedar forests.
Experience the magic of the Merzouga Sahara Desert with a camel ride and unforgettable sunsets and sunrises. Explore the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges, visit historic Kasbahs, and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi nTichka Pass before concluding the tour in Marrakech, completing a memorable Moroccan desert adventure.
Duration: 5 days/3 nights
Start: Tangier
End: Marrakech
Tour Style: Private
HIGHILGHTES:
- Exploring Tangier: Hercules Caves and Cape Spartel
- Wandering the blue alleys of Chefchaouen
- Visiting the Roman ruins of Volubilis and Meknes imperial sites
- Driving through Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco, and the cedar forest with Barbary macaques
- Crossing the scenic Ziz Valley with panoramic stops
- Camel trekking and watching the sunset in the Merzouga Sahara
- Spending a night at a desert camp with Berber drums under the stars
- Exploring Rissani Souk, Erfoud fossil workshops, and Todra Gorges
- Visiting Dades Valley and the “Monkey Fingers” rock formations
- Touring the Valley of Roses, Skoura palm groves, Ouarzazate studios, Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and crossing the High Atlas to Marrakech
TOUR Itinerary
- Day 1: Tangier ⇢ Hercules Caves ⇢ Cape Spartel ⇢ Chefchaouen
Arrival in Tangier. Pick-up from your accommodation, airport, or port. Explore Tangier, including Hercules Caves and Cape Spartel, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic. Free time for lunch. Drive inland to Chefchaouen via Tetouan and the Rif Mountains, stopping for panoramic views. Overnight in a Riad in Chefchaouen.
- Day 2: Chefchaouen ⇢ Volubilis ⇢ Meknes ⇢ Fes
Morning free to wander the blue alleys of Chefchaouen. Drive to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for mosaics, columns, and arches. Continue about 30 km to Meknes, the Ismaili capital, to visit Bab al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani, the Royal Stables and granaries, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Continue to Fes for overnight in a riad.
- Day 3: Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Cedar Forest ⇢ Midelt ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga Desert
Drive south via Imouzzer to Ifrane, famed for alpine-style chalets and cool climate. Visit Cedar Forest near Azrou, home to Barbary macaques, with optional feeding and short walk. Lunch stop in Midelt. Cross the Tizi n’Talghamt Pass and follow the scenic Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga Sahara in the late afternoon. Camel ride across the dunes to watch sunset atop a high dune. Continue to your desert camp for overnight with Berber drumming under the stars.
- Day 4: Merzouga Sahara ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Dades Valley
Early sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, leave the desert for Rissani, a historic trading hub with a lively souk. Visit a fossilized marble workshop in Erfoud. Drive through Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves to the Todra Gorges, a dramatic canyon with towering red cliffs. Free time to explore and lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Dades Valley, stopping at the Monkey Fingers rock formations and a scenic viewpoint. Overnight in a Riad.
- Day 5: Dades Valley ⇢ Roses Valley ⇢ Skoura ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Ait Benhaddou ⇢ High Atlas ⇢ Marrakech
Drive to Kelaat M’Gouna to explore the Valley of Roses, known for its Rose Festival in May and local rose-based products. Continue through the Skoura palm groves to visit Kasbah Amridil. Arrive in Ouarzazate for a tour of film studios. Visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in famous films and TV series. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with stops for lunch and photos. Arrive in Marrakech and drop-off at your riad. End of the 5-day tour.
- Includes & Not Includes
- INCLUDES
- 5 days private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
- Private English-speaking driver
- Accommodation in excellent hotels or riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
- Camel ride per person (optional 4WD transfer available)
- Sandboarding available at the desert camp
- Pickup from any location in Tangier (airport, hotel, etc.)
- Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
- Two dinners included: in the desert camp and Dades Valley
- Daily breakfasts
- NOT INCLUDES
- Lunches, drinks, and a few dinners
- Entrance fees to monuments (approx. 18€ per person)
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- Traveler FAQs
How to pay for the tour?
Our payment process is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your booking, we require a small deposit, which can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver or guide on the first day of the tour, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent amount in Moroccan dirhams.
What currency is used, and how do I get money?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Is it possible to customize the tour itinerary?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Do I ride a camel in the desert?
Absolutely. You can fully customize your tour package to suit your preferences, including adding extra stops, upgrading accommodations, or choosing alternative transport options such as 4×4 transfers.
What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What is the duration of the camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What are the camps in the desert like?
You’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp featuring private tents. The camps offer essential comforts such as comfortable bedding, shared or private bathroom facilities (depending on the camp type), warm blankets, and a communal dining area for meals and relaxation.
What’s your cancellation / refund policy?
This depends on how many days before departure you cancel. We typically require a deposit to hold the booking and partial or full refunds depending on timing.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Yes. Morocco is generally considered safe for travelers
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