Explore the breathtaking beauty of Morocco with our 5-day Marrakech to Chefchaouen desert tour, including a visit to Fes. You’ll watch a stunning desert sunset and sunrise, ride camels, try sandboarding, and enjoy authentic Berber music by a desert campfire under a sky full of stars. You then immerse yourself in Fes’s rich history and bustling medina, and discover Chefchaouen’s blue-washed streets, vibrant souks, and local craftsmanship. All our itineraries are fully customisable to match your travel preferences
Your tour kicks off with a warm reception at Marrakech airport or your hotel/riad, where our local guide welcomes you. You start by driving through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, with awe-inspiring views along the route.
You stop in the town of Ait Ben Haddou to tour its Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in The Mummy and Prince of Persia. After a delightful lunch, you continue to Ouarzazate, where you can explore Atlas Studios, then head to the Dades Valley, seeing the “monkey fingers” rock formations before arriving at your charming hotel.
Driving distance: approximately 353 km · Driving time: approximately 6 hr 30 min · Overnight: Hotel in the Dades Valley
Start with a delightful breakfast before a picturesque drive along the Todra River, surrounded by lush palm groves and Berber villages, to the awe-inspiring Todra Gorge in Tinghir. From there you continue to the Merzouga desert.
On the way to the Erg Chebbi dunes, your driver/guide may recommend a visit to a traditional Berber shop for a complimentary photo session. On reaching Merzouga, you set off on a camel ride into the desert to watch the sunset over the dunes and try sandboarding, then retreat to a luxury desert camp for a delicious dinner and the magic of the Sahara’s starry night sky.
Driving distance: approximately 310 km · Driving time: approximately 5 hr · Overnight: Luxury desert camp, Merzouga
We recommend an early start to catch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After a tasty breakfast, you return toward Merzouga by camel or 4×4, then your guide leads you on the next part of your adventure to Fes.
Along the way you make several stops, including the scenic Ziz Valley, a captivating cedar forest near Azrou where you might spot Barbary monkeys, and the picturesque town of Ifrane. By late afternoon you reach Fes and check into your hotel or riad in the historic Medina.
Driving distance: approximately 500 km · Driving time: approximately 7 hr 30 min · Overnight: Riad in Fes
Start with breakfast at your riad before exploring Fes, followed by a drive to Chefchaouen. Our local Fes guide and driver meet you at your riad to begin a tour of the Medina, discovering its historic streets, rich history, and stunning architecture, with a chance to enjoy lunch in the vibrant Medina.
In the afternoon you journey to Chefchaouen, the blue pearl of Morocco. After a rewarding day, you relax at a charming riad in the heart of Chefchaouen, a serene retreat where you can soak in the enchanting atmosphere.
Driving distance: approximately 197 km · Driving time: approximately 3 hr 38 min · Overnight: Riad in Chefchaouen
Start with a hearty breakfast at your riad. In the morning you have time to explore Chefchaouen, known for its unique blue-washed buildings, strolling the narrow streets, browsing the lively markets, or relaxing at a cosy café.
In the afternoon you head to Tangier, with drop-off at the airport, Tangier port, or your hotel, marking the conclusion of your tour. You also have the option to end the tour in Fes, Casablanca, or back in Marrakech.
Driving distance: approximately 112 km · Driving time: approximately 2 hr 12 min
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No. The distance between the two cities is too great for a day trip; it requires multiple days of travel to explore and enjoy both destinations fully.
The distance is approximately 577 kilometres (358 miles) by road.
We use comfortable options such as the Toyota Prado Land Cruiser TX, Ford Tourneo Custom, Mercedes-Benz Vito, and a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus for groups of 8 or more, among others.
We recommend booking as soon as possible.
To confirm your reservation we ask for a small deposit, payable by PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise. The balance is due in cash on the first day of the tour, directly to your driver/guide, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent in dirhams.
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