Morocco Desert Tour
Marrakech To Chefchaouen Tour Via Sahara Desert & Fes
Duration
5 Days 4 Nights
Departing From
Marrakech
Travel Style
Romantic tour
Morocco Luxury Desert Tour From Marrakech
Embark on a captivating Marrakech to Chefchaouen tour through Morocco’s diverse landscapes, historic cities, and the vast Sahara Desert. This 6-day journey takes you from the vibrant streets of Marrakech, through the dramatic High Atlas Mountains, and into the rolling sand dunes of the Sahara, before concluding in the serene blue city of Chefchaouen. Along the way, you’ll discover ancient kasbahs, enjoy a camel trek through the desert, and explore the imperial city of Fes.
Highlights Of the Tour
A Day-by-Day Experience
Day 1 : Marrakech → Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou → Boumalne Dades
Your journey begins as you leave Marrakech and head through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of rugged mountain landscapes before arriving at the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and film set for movies like Gladiator. After lunch, continue to Ouarzazate for a brief stop at the Atlas Film Studios. Finally, travel to Boumalne Dades, where you’ll settle in for dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel near the Dades Canyon.
Day 2 : Boumalne Dades → Tinghir → Merzouga
After breakfast, travel along the scenic Road of 1001 Kasbahs to Tinghir, where you’ll visit the lush palm oasis and the towering Todra Gorge, renowned for its sheer cliffs and picturesque scenery. Following lunch, drive to Rissani, a town known for its historical significance as a former hub for desert caravan routes. In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga and meet your camel caravan for an unforgettable ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. Spend the night at a luxury desert camp under the stars, enjoying traditional Berber music.
Day 3 : Merzouga → Midelt → Fes
Rise early to witness a stunning Sahara sunrise before enjoying breakfast at the camp. Depart for Fes, passing through the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and ancient ksours (fortified villages). Stop for lunch in Midelt, a town in the Middle Atlas Mountains, and continue through the cedar forests of Azrou and Ifrane, home to wild Barbary monkeys. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight in a charming riad within the Medina.
Day 4 : Exploring Fez
Spend the day discovering the cultural and historical treasures of Fes, often referred to as the “Athens of Africa.” Visit the Royal Palace, the panoramic viewpoint at Borj Sud, and explore the UNESCO-listed Fes Medina, famous for its narrow streets, bustling souks, and ancient madrasas. Highlights include the Al-Qarawiyyin University, one of the world’s oldest universities, and the Nejjarine Fountain. After a full day of sightseeing, return to your riad for a relaxing evening. Dinner tonight is at leisure.
