Travel from Marrakech to Tangier through Merzouga, Fes and Chefchaouen
Tours From Marrakech
Duration: 5 Days
2 Person Minimum
Overview
This 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Tangier is a complete journey across Morocco, combining desert adventure, imperial cities, and northern charm.
Start your adventure via the High Atlas Mountains and visit the famous Ait Benhaddou before heading to Dades Valley. Continue to the Sahara Desert where you will enjoy camel trekking across the dunes of Merzouga and spend an unforgettable night in a desert camp.
Travel north via the Ziz Valley to Fes, where you will explore the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco with a guided city tour. Then continue to the beautiful blue city of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains, before ending your journey in Tangier.
This itinerary is perfect for travelers who want to experience the diversity of Morocco from desert landscapes to historic cities and coastal north.
Tour Plan
Today we will meet you at your accommodation in Marrakech at around 8;30am and drive through the Tizi n'Tichka pass in the Atlas mountain , we enjoy beauty of the landscapes around. We pass through Berber villages and we will watch and learn about the producing of Argan oil by Berber women in their cooperative. We will visit Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou ,which is the largest Kasbah in Morocco , and it is a UNESCO historical site. After lunch at the Kasbah we continue to Dades Gorge via Ouarzazate. The city is called as the Hollywood of Africa and we will pass along the “Road of the 1000s Kasbahs”. We stop at “Kalaat M'Gouna”. It is well-known for its annual roses festival during May. Our day finishes in Dades Valley where we spend the night at a nice riad in the Dades Valley with dinner and breakfast.
After breakfast , we will drive towards Tinrghir and the Todra valley enjoying the panoramic views of the old mud Berber villages overlooking the valley. Today you will have time to Hike for about 2 Hours in Todra Valley then walkunder the 300 m high red cliff, where many rock-climbers spend their time. After that you will continue towards Merzouga. On the way you will do stops in good spots for pictures and also stop at the place where peaple work to find fossils . You will get to Merzouga desert in the afternoon and you will ride your camels, guided by an experienced camel-man to explore what is hidden in the middle of the highest sand dunes in morocco and enjoy the sunset and spend the night at the camp with dinner with drum party and camp fire.
Your camel guide will wake you up to see the sunrise,then after breakfast you’ll peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga appreciating the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses. , You’ll leave to Fes via Errachidia along the magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock, and through the Tizi Ntalghamt pass to Midelt, stopping in Zaida to enjoy a barbecue and refresh with a glass of mint tea before continuing to Azrou, a Berber village in the Middle Atlas Mountains, where we’ll stop to see the Barbarian apes in the cedar forest. Then we continue to Ifrane called the French village or the Switzerland of morocco , stopping for a picture or a drink before arriving to Fes where you will spend the night at a nice riad with breakfast.
After breakfast in your riad, you will start exploring Fes the “the Sprititual City of Morocco”. You will spend the whole morning exploring the Medina and its alleys; visiting most of the sites with cultural and historical interest - including the famous Al Karaouine Mosque and University (the oldest in the world), the Medrasa Bouanania, the Tanneries and the Najjarine fountain. and then visit the pottery cooperative. After exploring the main highlights of Fes We will drive north to Chefchaouen, after few hours we will get there and still have some time to see a little bit the blue city. Overnight at a nice riad with breakfast.
Today we will drive to Tangier airport for your flight or to Tangier port if you are taking the ferry at any time you want.
Included
- Travel in private tour with a comfortable AC 4x4 or Van
- Experienced English speaking driver .
- Fuel
- Accommodation at nice riads with dinner and breakfast except in Fes and Chefchaouen, the dinner is not included.
- One night at the desert camp with dinner and breakfast.
- The camel ride to spend the night in the desert
- Guided tour in Fes
- Optional hiking for 1 hour in Todra Valley
Exclude
- Lunch
- Dinner in Fes and Chefchaouen.
- Drinks
- Entry fees.
- Tips
Extra Info
🔹 Extra Information
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Departure City: Marrakech
Ending City: Tangier
Tour Type: Private One-Way Tour
Transportation: Air-conditioned 4x4 or Minivan
Accommodation: Riads + Desert Camp
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Best Time to Travel: March to June, September to November
Languages Available: English (others on request)
🔹 Good to Know
Departure from Marrakech around 08:00–08:30
Camel trekking lasts around 1–1.5 hours each way
Guided city tour in Fes is included
Dinner is not included in Fes and Chefchaouen
Bring comfortable shoes for walking in medinas and Todra Gorge
Desert nights can be cold depending on season
possbility request luxury camp or private guide upgrades
Luggage is transported separately during camel trek
🔹 Highlights
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Visit Ait Benhaddou UNESCO World Heritage site
Explore Dades Valley & Todra Gorge
Camel trekking in Merzouga Sahara Desert
Overnight in desert camp with campfire & music
Enjoy sunrise & sunset over Erg Chebbi dunes
Scenic drive via Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas
Guided exploration of Fes Medina (historic sites & souks)
Visit the blue city of Chefchaouen
End journey in Tangier (port or airport transfer)
🔹 Optional Add-ons
Upgrade to luxury desert camp
Quad biking / sandboarding in Merzouga
Private guide in Chefchaouen
Spanish / French speaking driver
Extra night in Chefchaouen or Fes
Currency:
The official currency of Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). On average, 1 Euro (EUR) equals approximately 10 to 11 dirhams, 1 US Dollar (USD) equals around 9 to 10 dirhams, and 1 British Pound (GBP) equals approximately 12 to 13 dirhams, depending on current exchange rates. In all major cities, you can withdraw cash using international Visa, MasterCard, and other widely accepted bank cards. There are also numerous exchange offices available at airports, city centers, and tourist areas. Please note that exporting Moroccan dirhams outside the country is prohibited, so it is recommended to exchange or withdraw only the amount you need.
Local Time:
Morocco generally operates on GMT+1, with slight adjustments during certain times of the year, particularly during Ramadan. Compared to countries such as France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, or Spain, there may be a one to two-hour time difference depending on the season. For travelers from the United Kingdom, Morocco often shares the same time zone or differs by one hour. Visitors from the United States or Canada should expect a larger time difference depending on their departure city.
Passport and Visa:
Citizens of many countries including France, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, and several other European nations are required to hold a valid passport with at least six months validity beyond the date of entry into Morocco. For short-term tourist stays, a visa is generally not required for these nationalities. However, entry requirements may vary depending on your country of origin, so it is strongly recommended to check with your local Moroccan embassy or consulate before traveling.
Health:
No specific vaccinations are required for most international travelers visiting Morocco. However, it is recommended to be up to date on routine vaccinations. The best precaution remains prevention: drink bottled water, avoid poorly preserved food, and consider purchasing travel insurance that covers medical expenses. Morocco’s major cities offer good healthcare facilities, and pharmacies are widely available throughout the country.
Booking Form