Travel from Tangier to Marrakech through Chefchaouen, Fes and the Sahara Desert
Tours From Tangier
Duration: 6 Days
2 Person Minimum
Overview
This 6-day Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech is a perfect combination of imperial cities, blue landscapes, and Sahara desert adventure.
Start your journey in Tangier and travel to the magical blue city of Chefchaouen. Continue to Fes, one of Morocco’s oldest imperial cities, where you will explore its rich history with a guided tour of the ancient medina.
Then head south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing Ifrane, cedar forests, and Ziz Valley, before reaching the stunning Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Enjoy a camel trekking experience across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend a magical night in a desert camp with dinner and traditional music.
Continue through Todra Gorge and the beautiful Dades Valley before crossing the High Atlas Mountains and finishing your journey in Marrakech.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want a short but complete Morocco travel experience covering mountains, desert, and cultural highlights in one trip.
Tour Plan
Today we will pick you up at the airport or at the port or at the hotel in Tangier and drive to Chefchaouen. after 2 hours and half drive we will get there and have the rest of the day to explore the blue city . Overnight at the a nice riad with breakfast.
After breakfast at the riad we will drive to Fes. After few hours drive with short stops, we will get there and start exploring Fes the “the Sprititual City of Morocco”. You will spend the whole afternoon 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. we will drive you also to one of the fortresses to experience an amazing panoramic view of the whole Medina of Fes. Overnight accommodation at a nice riad with breakfast .
After breakfast in your riad, you’ll start travelling southeast to Merzouga via Midelt and Errachidia. Your first stop will be at Ifran, referred to as "the Switzerland of Morocco", and then to Merzouga via Midlet and the Ziz Valley. During this journey you’ll experience glimpses of the Middle Atlas and Higher Atlas mountains. Stopping at the famous cedar forest - the largest in Morocco – where you may well sight Barbarian apes. You’ll notice how the scenery changes to reveal hints of the desert as you approach the city Er Rachidia. After lunch in Midelt, your journey continues along the luxuriant Ziz Valley, stopping for panoramic views along the way. We will drive through welcoming Berber villages to Erfoud, then get to Merzouga desert where you will start your guided camel ride, led by an experienced camel man to explore within the sand sea of Merzouga and see the sunset. Overnight at our desert camp where you will have your dinner camp fire and drums party. The camp is equipped with flush toilets and hot showers inside your private tent. (HB) ( Sand boards are available at the camp , you,can use them for free if you like to do sand boarding )
Your camel guide will wake you up early in the morning to watch what well may be the best sunrise in your life. After breakfast at the camp, you’ll peacefully camel-trek back to your riad appreciating the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses. you’ll leave for Tinghir and Todgha gorges – the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco. Here you’ll have the opportunity to hike along it’s valley We’ll drive through the Dades Valley, where you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes”. Overnight accommodation will be a nice riad in the heart of the Valley (HB).
After breakfast, we’ll drive through the Dades Valley towards Kalaat M'Gouna and Ouarzazate. The route through Dades Valley is named the way of thousand Kasbahs – providing numerous opportunities to take some of your best photographic shots of the trip. We’ll stop at Kalaat M'Gouna, “the rose city”, to purchase the rosewater, which will make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over. Continue to Ouarzazate, “the Hollywood of Africa”. Lunch will be at the famous Ait Benhaddou kasbah, the largest Kasbah in Morocco. It is recognized by UNESCO as a world patrimony. It is famous as a backdrop for many films, including 'Lawrence of ArabLawrence of Arabia', 'Gladiator'. Our journey will continue through the majestic Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260 m) over the High Atlas Mountains where you can stop also to explore the process of making the Argan oil at the women's cooperatives before arriving to Marrakech where you will spend the night at a nice riad with breakfast.
Today you will explore the main highlights of Marrakech then we will drive you to the airport 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 Chefchaouen , Marrakech and Fes 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 ( 1 camel per person )
- Guided tour in Fes and Marrakech
- Optional hiking for 1 hour in Todra Valley
Exclude
- Lunch
- Dinner in Fes, Marrakech. and Chefchaouen
- Drinks
- Entry fees
- Tips
Extra Info
🔹 Extra Information
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Departure City: Tangier
Ending City: Marrakech
Tour Type: Private One-Way Morocco Tour
Transportation: Air-conditioned 4x4 / Minivan
Accommodation: Riads + Desert Camp
Difficulty Level: Moderate (long driving days)
Best Time to Travel: March–June / September–November
Languages Available: English
🔹 Good to Know
Pick-up available from Tangier airport, port, or hotel
Guided tour in Fes is included
Camel trekking in Merzouga lasts about 1–1.5 hours
Sandboarding available in the desert camp
Long scenic drives through the Atlas Mountains
Comfortable shoes recommended for medina walking
Luggage is transported separately during desert stay
Temperature varies between desert, mountains, and cities
🔹 Highlights
Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen
Visit Fes medina with a local guided tour
Drive through Ifrane and cedar forests
Cross Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains
Camel trekking in Sahara Desert (Erg Chebbi)
Overnight in a desert camp with dinner and music
Visit Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
Cross the High Atlas Mountains
End in vibrant Marrakech
🔹 Optional Add-ons
Quad biking in Merzouga desert
Sandboarding experience
Extra night in Chefchaouen or Marrakech
Luxury desert camp upgrade
Private guided tour in Marrakech
Airport transfer extension or extra night in Tangier
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.
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