5-Day Sahara Desert Tour: Tangier to Marrakech via Fes & Merzouga

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Tangier – Chefchaouen City Tour – Fes
1 stop
1
Chefchaouen Medina
Your adventure begins in Tangier, where your driver will meet you for a scenic drive through the beautiful Rif Mountains toward the famous blue city of Chefchaouen. Upon arrival, meet your local guide for a guided walking tour through the picturesque medina. Wander through narrow streets painted in countless shades of blue, visit lively squares, and learn about the history and traditions of this unique mountain town. After the visit, continue your journey toward Fes, one of Morocco’s most historic and culturally rich cities. Overnight stay in Fes.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Fes City Tour
1 stop
2
Fes el-Bali
Today you will discover the wonders of Fes, the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, explore the ancient medina of Fes el‑Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world’s largest car-free urban areas. Highlights of the tour include historic mosques, traditional artisan quarters, vibrant souks, and the famous Chouara Tannery, where leather is still processed using centuries-old techniques. Overnight stay in Fes.
7 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Fes – Atlas Mountains – Merzouga Dunes
1 stop
3
Merzouga
After breakfast, depart Fes and head south toward the spectacular landscapes of the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, pass through changing scenery including cedar forests, mountain villages, and vast desert plains. Continue your journey toward the Sahara, arriving in Merzouga, gateway to the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes. Here you will experience the magic of the Sahara with a memorable evening in the desert. Enjoy dinner under the stars surrounded by golden dunes and peaceful desert landscapes. Overnight stay near the dunes.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Merzouga Dunes – Todra Gorges – Dades
1 stop
4
Todra Gorge
Wake up to the tranquility of the desert before continuing your journey west. Travel through dramatic desert scenery toward the spectacular Todra Gorge, famous for its towering cliffs and breathtaking canyon views. After time to explore the gorge, continue along scenic valleys and traditional Berber villages until reaching the beautiful Dades Valley. Overnight stay in the Dades area.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Dades – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
2 stops
5
Ait Ben Haddou
On the final day, travel through the fascinating landscapes of southern Morocco toward the legendary fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its traditional earthen architecture and as a filming location for many international movies. After exploring the kasbah, cross the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in vibrant Marrakech, where your tour concludes.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Atlas Mountains View
On the final day, travel through the fascinating landscapes of southern Morocco toward the legendary fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its traditional earthen architecture and as a filming location for many international movies. After exploring the kasbah, cross the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in vibrant Marrakech, where your tour concludes.

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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