5 Day Morocco Desert Tour from Tangier
5 Day Morocco Desert Tour from Tangier
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.
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Start: Tangier • End: Marrakech (or return to Tangier on request)
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tangier → Chefchaouen (~2 hrs drive)
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 2: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes (~4 hrs drive)
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 3: 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 4: Fes → Ifrane → Cedar Forest → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga (~7 hrs drive)
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 5: Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley → Marrakech (~8 hrs drive)
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.
End of tour.
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.)
Note
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.
Why Travel With Morocco Ino Tours?
Comfort & Authenticity: hand-picked Riads and desert camps
Flexibility: private tours with your own driver and car
Local expertise: discover Morocco through the eyes of locals
Unforgettable experiences: camel rides, desert campfire music, Atlas panoramas