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Classic · 5 days · 4 nights
5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Tangier
This 5-day private tour offers a captivating journey through Morocco's diverse landscapes and rich history.
Duration
5 days · 4 nights
Starts
Tangier
Ends
Marrakech (or return to Tangier on request)
Format
Private, with your own driver
Tour overview.
This 5-day private tour offers a captivating journey through Morocco's diverse landscapes and rich history. Starting in Tangier, explore the blue alleys of Chefchaouen, the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, the imperial city of Meknes, and the cultural depth of Fes. Traverse the Middle Atlas Mountains, encounter the Barbary macaques in the cedar forests, and experience the vastness of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Conclude your adventure in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
Day
01
~2 hrs drive
Arrival in Tangier → Chefchaouen
Pick-up from your hotel, port, or airport in Tangier. Visit Cape Spartel and the Cave of Hercules. Scenic drive through Tetouan and the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen. Arrival and check-in at your riad. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day
02
~4 hrs drive
Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
Morning free to explore Chefchaouen's blue-washed alleys. Depart for Volubilis to visit the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins. Continue to Meknes to see Bab Mansour, Sahrij Souani, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Arrival in Fes and check-in at your riad. Overnight in Fes.
Day
03
Full Day in Fes
Guided tour of Fes medina: Al-Quaraouiyine University, Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, tanneries, and more. Optional panoramic views from Borj Sud. Overnight in Fes.
Day
04
~7 hrs drive
Fes → Ifrane → Cedar Forest → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Depart Fes via Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco.". Visit the cedar forests near Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Continue through Midelt and the Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga; enjoy a sunset camel trek into the dunes. Overnight in Merzouga Desert Camp.
Day
05
~8 hrs drive
Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley → Marrakech
Sunrise camel ride in the dunes. Visit Rissani market and Erfoud's fossil workshops. Explore Todra Gorges and Dades Valley. Continue to Marrakech, arriving in the evening.
Good to know.
Best time to travel.
Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) are ideal: mild weather, clear skies, enjoyable desert nights. Summer days can get hot; winter nights are cold, especially in desert & Atlas regions.
Nothing here is fixed.
This itinerary is a suggestion. We can tailor the trip to your interests, add activities (like ATV, extra stops), or adjust the pace. Just contact us for customization.
What's included
- Private transport in A/C 4×4 or minivan + fuel
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation in Riads / hotels + 1 night in luxury desert camp
- Camel ride (sunset & sunrise)
- Daily breakfasts
- Pick-up in Tangier & drop-off in Marrakech
Not included
- Lunches & drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Optional activities (quad biking, hammam, etc.)
Let's plan this trip together.
Every journey is shaped to the people on it. Tell us your dates, your pace, and what pulls you here — we’ll come back with a tailored itinerary and a clear quote.
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