4-Day Tour From Tangier to Marrakech
Overview
Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through Morocco, beginning in Tangier and concluding in the vibrant city of Marrakech. This itinerary will take you through the picturesque blue streets of Chefchaouen, the historic city of Fes, and the majestic Sahara Desert. Experience the rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and historical landmarks of Morocco, with memorable overnight stays in traditional riads and luxury desert camps.
Highlights
- Begin your Moroccan adventure in Tangier, arriving by ferry or at the airport. Travel through the enchanting Rif Mountains and Tetouan, enjoying breathtaking views en route to Chefchaouen. Explore the iconic blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, with its unique art shops, rooftop eateries, and charming cafes. Continue through the Rif Mountains, arriving in Fes by evening for an overnight stay.
- Start the day with a pickup from your Riad or hotel in Fes Medina. Head south through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, visiting the quaint towns of Ifrane and Azrou, where you can spot Barbary Apes in their natural habitat. Journey through the Tizi N-Talghamt pass to Midelt and the stunning Ziz Gorges, transitioning from lush landscapes to the arid beauty near Errachidia. Traverse the Ziz Valley to reach Erfoud and Rissani, ultimately arriving in Merzouga. Embark on a camel ride to a luxurious desert camp in the Erg Chebbi Sand Dunes, spending the night under the mesmerizing Saharan sky.
- Wake early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes before riding camels back to Merzouga. Drive towards Tinghir, home to the impressive Todra Gorges. Explore these stunning canyons and visit a local nomad family living in a cave. Reach the Dades Valley by evening for an overnight stay in this striking region of southern Morocco.
- Continue to Ouarzazate, traveling through the renowned route of a thousand Kasbahs, stopping at Kalaat Mgouna, famous for its annual Rose Festival. Capture the beauty of Ouarzazate, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, a famed filming location for movies like “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Gladiator,” as well as the HBO series “Game of Thrones.” Cross the Tizi-n-Tichka pass at 2260 meters, concluding your tour in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
Itinerary 4 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
Day 1: Scenic Drive from Tangier to Fes via Chefchaouen
Begin your Moroccan adventure in Tangier, whether arriving by ferry or at the airport. Our journey takes us through the enchanting Rif Mountains and Tetouan, offering breathtaking views en route to Chefchaouen. Known for its iconic blue-washed streets, Chefchaouen is a picturesque village nestled at the Rif Mountains’ base, offering unique art shops, rooftop eateries, and charming cafes. After a delightful lunch at a local restaurant, we continue through the Rif Mountains and countryside, arriving in Fes by evening for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Exploring Fes and Journeying to the Sahara Desert
Start the day with a pickup from your Riad or hotel in Fes Medina, heading south through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains. We’ll visit the quaint towns of Ifrane and Azrou, where you can spot Barbary Apes in their natural habitat within the cedar forests. Our journey continues through the Tizi N-Talghamt pass to Midelt and the stunning Ziz Gorges, transitioning from lush landscapes to the arid beauty near Errachidia. After lunch, we traverse the Ziz Valley to reach Erfoud and Rissani, ultimately arriving in Merzouga. Here, embark on a camel ride to a luxurious desert camp in the Erg Chebbi Sand Dunes, where you’ll spend a night under the mesmerizing Saharan sky.
Day 3: Sunrise in the Desert and Exploring Todra Gorge
Wake early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes before riding camels back to Merzouga. We then drive towards Tinghir, home to the impressive Todra Gorges. Explore these stunning canyons and visit a local nomad family living in a cave. By evening, we reach the Dades Valley, a striking region in southern Morocco, for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Journey through the Heart of Morocco to Marrakech
Our adventure continues to Ouarzazate, traveling through the renowned route of a thousand Kasbahs and stopping at Kalaat Mgouna, famous for its annual Rose Festival. After capturing the beauty of Ouarzazate on camera, we visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, a famed filming location for movies like “Lawrence of Arabia” and “Gladiator,” as well as the HBO series “Game of Thrones.” Crossing the Tizi-n-Tichka pass at 2260 meters, we conclude our tour in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
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what's included
- Riding a camel
- Spanish speaking driver
- Transportation
- Breakfast and dinner
what's excluded
- Drinks
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
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