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5-Day Tour from Tangier to Marrakech via the Desert & Imperial Cities
Departure: Tangier · End: Marrakech · Duration: 5 days / 4 nights · Total distance: approx. 1,465 km
Overview
Discover the beauty of Morocco on this 5-day journey from Tangier to Marrakech. Travel through the blue city of Chefchaouen, explore ancient Roman ruins and the cultural richness of Fes, then cross the Middle Atlas to the Sahara for a camel ride and a night in a desert camp. Visit stunning valleys, dramatic gorges and historic kasbahs before crossing the High Atlas to vibrant Marrakech.
Route Map
| Day | Route | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tangier → Rif Mountains → Chefchaouen | ≈ 115 km |
| 2 | Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes | ≈ 275 km |
| 3 | Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga | ≈ 470 km |
| 4 | Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley | ≈ 280 km |
| 5 | Dades → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech | ≈ 325 km |
Distances are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the exact route and stops.
Day 1 – Tangier → Chefchaouen (≈ 115 km)
Upon arrival in Tangier, meet your driver at the airport or port and drive through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, famous for its blue and white streets. Free time to explore the medina and relax. Overnight in a riad or hotel.
Day 2 – Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes (≈ 275 km)
After breakfast, visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its well-preserved mosaics. Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, to see its main historic sites. Arrive in Fes in the afternoon. Overnight in a riad.
Day 3 – Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga (≈ 470 km)
Travel south towards the Sahara. Stop in Ifrane, known for its European-style architecture, and in the cedar forest near Azrou to see Barbary macaques. Continue through Midelt and enjoy scenic views of the Ziz Valley. In Merzouga, ride camels across the dunes at sunset to your desert camp. Dinner, traditional music and overnight in the camp.
Day 4 – Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley (≈ 280 km)
Wake up early for a spectacular sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and a shower, drive to Todra Gorge, a dramatic canyon ideal for walking and photography, then continue to the Dades Valley, known for its impressive landscapes and rock formations. Dinner and overnight in a riad or hotel.
Day 5 – Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech (≈ 325 km)
After breakfast, stop in Ouarzazate and visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its traditional architecture and film history. Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka pass with scenic stops, and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
Prices & Accommodation Options
All our tours are private. Choose the accommodation level that suits you; the price per person decreases as your group grows.
Children travel with a discount of 50% or more, depending on their age.
Traveling alone? You pay the same price as for 2 people.
Larger groups and families: contact us for a special price.
Included
- Pick-up from Tangier airport, port or hotel
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Accommodation in hotels or riads
- 1 night in a desert camp
- Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
- Drop-off at your hotel or the airport in Marrakech
Not Included
- Flights
- Meals not specified and drinks
- Monument and attraction entrance fees
- Optional activities
- Tips and personal expenses
We offer unique tours from Tangier for travelers who want to experience Morocco from north to south: 6 days from Tangier to Marrakech and 8 days from Tangier to Marrakech. All our tours are private and can be customized to your dates and travel style.
