5 Days tour from Tangier to Marrakech via Chefchaouen
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Overview
 5-day Tangier to Marrakech Tour:
This 5-day Tangier to Marrakech tour is a superbly great adventure that discovers the varied landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture of Morocco. It takes travelers from the coastal beauty of Tangier through the most iconic places in Morocco: Chefchaouen, Fes, Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Ait Benhaddou, and the vast Sahara Desert to the bustling streets of Marrakech. Scenic drive, cultural exploration, and adventure-all these make for a great tour that provides one with a real taste of Morocco’s charm.
What Makes This Four Day Marrakech Desert Trip Unique?
Unique with this 5-day Tangier to Marrakech trip may be the combination of thrill and relaxation. Be it a hike through the beautiful Todra Gorge, cameling at sunset in the desert, or an idle stroll through an ancient medina, plenty of time is allowed to take in each place. It is not just a question of seeing the sights but of experiencing the heart of Morocco-creating memories that will linger long after the journey is over.
Get ready for a 5-day tour from Tangier via most of the beautiful and diverse landscapes in Morocco to Marrakech. Discover peaceful, blue-painted streets of Chefchaouen, catch historic charm in Fes, and endless sand of Sahara Desert.
Tangier to Marrakech Tour Highlights:
- Watch the sceneries of the Rif Mountains.
- Visiting the blue city, Chefchaouen, a pearl of the north.
- Visit the imperial city of Fes and its historic Medina.
- See the Barbary monkeys in Azrou Cedar Forest.
- Panoramic views in Sahara Desert Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Enjoy the camel ride through Merzouga Sahara.
- Enjoy the desert sunset and sunrise over the dunes.
- Have fun with sandboarding during this 5-day Tangier to Marrakech tour.
- Most amazing desert drive, with valleys and palm groves.
- Enjoy a great dinner and a Berber drum party around the campfires.
- Overnight in an a luxury desert camp under the star-filled sky.
- Visit of UNESCO World Heritage Site Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.
- Admiring breathtaking landscapes of Atlas Mountains.
- Moroccan traditions and culture, meet local Berbers.
- Discover stunning Dades Gorges and Todra Gorges.
Conclusion:
This 5-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech has everything: great cultural identification, natural beauty, and fun. Whether leisurely walks along the streets painted blue, full of smells from ancient medinas, or camel riding over sand dunes . This is about each single moment spent in these trips, replete with unforgettable moments of the charm and rich heritage of Morocco among beautiful landscapes.
Included/Exclude
- Private 4x4 or minibus with A/C
- Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
- Camel trek Sahara Desert
- Accommodations: Hotel, Desert camp with Breakfast and dinner
- English speaking driver guide
- Visit to the Ait Benhaddou and Berber villages
- Sahara sunset and sunrise
- Traditional Berber music and dance
- Sandboarding
- Lunch
- Drinks
Tour Plan
This 5 days tour depart from Tangier, from where you will be transferred to the stunning town of Chefchaouen nestled in the Rif Mountains. Famous for its building facades painted with various hues of blue, cobblestone-lined streets set you on a very laid-back path to get into Morocco's teeming cultural fabric.
You will be able to spend the day navigating winding alleys, bustling medinas, and lively markets. Admire the panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and the serenity of this magical town. A perfect introduction to the beauty, culture, and hospitality of Morocco.
From here, after breakfast, the journey will take you further to Fes, one of the oldest and most venerated imperial cities in Morocco. You'll pass through rugged hills of the Rif Mountains, with the landscape slowly changing into the green plains of the Middle Atlas.
Immediately upon arrival in Fes, you will be thrown right into the midst of its medieval charm-the famous Fes El-Bali Medina, which is considered one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. You may then spend your afternoon navigating narrow alleys to see some of the most famous sites of Al-Qarawiyyin University-considered the oldest in the world-along with the Bou Inania Madrasa and the Chouara Tannery. Interesting, this is actually the combination of history, architecture, and craftsmanship in Fes.
Leaving after breakfast, you will be taken to the Middle Atlas, where a dramatic change in landscapes, from cedar forests to Berber villages and from rolling hills to the dunes of Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert, can be seen. You will come to Merzouga, a small village located at the edge of Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert. Then you'll be transferred by camel ride to heart of the dunes. Enjoy a sunset over golden-colored, huge-scaled sand and take up an overstay at a traditional Berber camp full of star skies. Enjoy the tranquility of this desert camp, with Berber music, traditional food, and campfire hospitality.
Wake up early and watch the Sahara sunrise over the high dunes, continuing to the spectacular Todra Gorge-a trench of towering cliffs that apparently go to the sky. Take a short trek through the gorge and marvel at the surreal landscape. Then, continue to the Dades Valley, known for its impressive rock formations and lush greenery, and explore the kasbahs and ancient villages that dot the valley floor. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to take photographs and experience the beauty of rural Morocco.
Your last day of travels goes to the High Atlas Mountains, which is really fantastic, with its winding passes and the Berber villages literally clung to face cliffs. Stop in the kasbah of Amridil to see a great example of traditional Moroccan architecture, and Kasbah Telouet-an ancient fortress that reflects in it the rich history of this area.
Continuing further, a stop will be made in Ouarzazate, also called the "Gateway to the Sahara," boasting a number of film studios along with stunning kasbahs. From here, a UNESCO World Heritage site visit to Ait Benhaddou-one of the most iconic kasbahs, known for its highly dramatic, ancient mud-brick structures that are seen in places serving as a backdrop to certain Hollywood films-shall be carried out.
This will wrap up your tour of Morocco in style. Take excursions through the beauteous sights of the Atlas Mountains while stopping at all the historic sites.
FAQs
What should I take along in this tour?
Following are the major things recommended for the 3 day tour:
- Clothing comfortable to wear on hot days and cold nights.
- Hat and sunscreen for saving the skin from the scorching sun.
- Scarf or bandana to save your face from desert sand.
- Camera for making the landscapes.
- Good shoes for walking and the camel trek.
- Light jacket during chilly desert evenings
- Refillable water bottle and snacks.
How demanding is the tour?
Long drives, some lightweight trekking-especially when riding camels in the desert-form part of the tour. The trip does not seem to be very demanding, even though there might be a general feeling of exhaustion due to long travel. The camel ride is generally soft, though one ought to prepare for the elements, essentially heat, when heading into the desert. It’s more about the travel of traveling through a part of the country and culture rather than physical effort.
What is the best time to go on this tour?
the best time is: Spring-from March to May-or fall-from September to May-are high tourist seasons for Morocco due to the good weather, making it an agreeable period to travel around the country.
How do we travel between destinations?
You’ll be taken in an air-conditioned, comfortable private 4×4 or minivan depending on the group size, to make the journey easy and comfortable.
What do I bring along on the journey?
Loose, comfortable clothing is best for day trips, although a jacket may be required for cooler evenings. If you will be taking desert or mountain trips, be sure to pack sunscreen, a hat, and strong shoes.
How do I get to the airport at the end of the tour?
The last day is for transfer to Casablanca airport for your departure; hence, the services are over.
Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes, the itinerary can be modified according to your interest, preference, or even travel dates.
Is there anything not included in the cost?
Most of the expenses come from the tour price, but may include personal purchases, tips, or other optional activities.
Does the tour price depend on the number of persons?
The price of our private 7 days Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech depends on the number of travelers, season, and type of the desert camp (standard or luxury).
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