After breakfast, continue your 5-day desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech as we depart for Fes. Along the way, we make a stop at the Volubilis Roman Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, you can admire the remains of a city founded in the 3rd century BCE and abandoned nearly a millennium later. This impressive site was once a thriving settlement on the outskirts of the Roman Empire, offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient Moroccan history.

Next, we continue to Meknes, a 17th-century city that once served as Morocco’s capital. Upon arrival, explore the quaint walled medina, home to the famous Bab el-Mansour gate. Then, visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, a sacred site dedicated to the renowned Sultan, and marvel at the gate’s intricate carvings and ornate decorations.

After enjoying lunch in Meknes, we travel onward to Fes, where you can relax in your beautiful riad and soak in the city’s historical charm. This second day of your Tangier to Marrakech desert tour combines culture, history, and unforgettable sightseeing, setting the stage for the journey into Morocco’s Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.

Today, we continue your 5-day desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech, beginning with a stop in Ifrane, often called Morocco’s Switzerland. Here, you can take stunning photos and enjoy the town’s charming scenery. Afterward, we visit Azrou’s cedar forest, where playful monkeys roam freely in their natural habitat.

Next, we stop for lunch in Midelt before driving through the Tizi n’Talghamt Pass, which offers breathtaking views of the Ziz Valley and its gorges. Along the route, we pass through Aoufous and Erfoud, regions famous for dates and fossils, and then visit a local fossil craft workshop to discover more about this fascinating traditional art.

Finally, we arrive at the Erg Chebbi Dunes, where you will check in to your desert hotel. Later in the afternoon, prepare for an unforgettable camel ride into the heart of the dunes to witness a magnificent sunset. Upon arrival at the camp, enjoy refreshing mint tea and settle into your comfortable tent, complete with a private bathroom and shower. During dinner, local musicians perform around the campfire, creating a magical and romantic atmosphere under the star-filled Sahara sky.

This day of your Tangier to Marrakech desert tour combines adventure, culture, and the unique beauty of the Moroccan desert, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Wake up early to witness the breathtaking desert sunrise, when the dunes come alive with an enchanting display of colors and shadows. After breakfast, enjoy a camel ride back to Merzouga, where you will meet your driver to begin your 5-day desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech toward the Dades Gorges.

Along the way, we stop at the vibrant traditional market in Rissani. If your visit coincides with a market day—Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday—you’ll experience a colorful array of sights, scents, and sounds. Next, we continue to Erfoud, where you can visit a fossilized marble workshop. Then, pause for lunch as we drive through the charming palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad.

In the afternoon, we proceed to the Todgha Gorges, famous for their breathtaking red-cliff canyons and ideal for rock climbing. Take your time exploring the gorges, strolling through the dramatic scenery, and enjoying the natural beauty that surrounds you.

Afterwards, we continue to Boumalne Dades as we make our way through the Dades Valley. Along the route, stop to admire the famous “Monkey Fingers” rock formations and a quaint viewpoint atop the mountains, offering panoramic views of the valley. Finally, check in at your hotel for a relaxing dinner, preparing for the next leg of your Tangier to Marrakech desert tour.

After breakfast, we head to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Rose Valley. If you travel in May, you may experience the annual Rose Festival, where locals showcase their rose-themed products, including rose oil, perfumes, and decorations. Then, on the way to Ouarzazate, we pass through the palm groves of Skoura and visit the film studios in Ouarzazate, where several famous movies have been filmed.

Next, our stop is the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a fortified town and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, explore the iconic kasbah, which has appeared in numerous films and television productions, including Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and Kingdom of Heaven.

After exploring the kasbah, we continue our journey to Marrakech via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we pause for lunch and take photos at picturesque viewpoints. Finally, we arrive in Marrakech and enjoy an overnight stay in a charming riad, concluding your unforgettable 5-day Moroccan adventure.