5 days morocco itinerary, from Marrakech to the desert
5 day morocco itinerary, from Marrakech to Merzouga desert
Book the Best 5 day morocco itinerary, discovering the beauty of Morocco from the red city Marrakech to the oldest city Fez. Passing through the desert of Merzouga.
Information about 5 day morocco itinerary
departure place
Marrakech
arrival place
Fez
trip type
Private
duration
5 days 4 Nights
5 day morocco itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzzate - Dades Gorges
Picked up at 8:00 am in the morning at the accommodation in Marrakech, we leave for the High Atlas crossing the port of Tizi N’Tichka with stops for panoramic views to enjoy and take pictures. We will also visit the ARGAN oil cooperative, where we learn about the production process and explain the many benefits it brings to the human body.
Continuing south, turning off on a road that will take us to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou where this impressive fortified village is registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is one of the most famous kasbahs of the Moroccan kingdom in addition, is the backdrop for many international films such as Game of Thrones, Gladiator and many others.after leaving the Kasbah. We continue to Ouarzazate, lunch in this city considered the gateway to the desert. We continue our way to the Dades Gorges where we will spend our first night.
Day 2: Dades Gorges - Todra Gorges - Desert of Merzouga
After breakfast, we head to the Todra Gorges. Not so far from the city of Tinghir, the gorges are one of the best destinations in Morocco. We will have enough time to enjoy and walk through the gorge which has red rock walls and a height of 300m. You will be able to share the paths with locals and take some of their best pictures. Afterwards, we will cross the city of Tinghir and have lunch in Alnif. We will continue our way to the desert, where we have our second night at the hotel to rest and get ready for the next day full of adventures.
Day 3: Merzouga - Discover the Desert of Erg-Chibbi
Wake up with a delicious breakfast in the desert, today you’ll discover the hidden secrets of the Sahara desert through an incredible adventure. We will start crossing the dunes to reach the other side of Erg Chebbi is where the dunes end and Hamada begins with the rocky desert. In the same area settled nomadic families with their traditional tents. Obviously we will visit them in their tents. We will stop with them to see how they managed to survive in these places with their herds.
Continuing through Hamada we will visit the old abandoned French town of MFis. The French took control of the place and operated several mines in the area. Not far from the city, we will go to a The mountains to enjoy a beautiful view. on the mountain is I can see; The distant mountains point to the border with Algeria there Unobstructed view of the transition from the dune of Erg Chebbi to Hamada. After lunch, and prepare for a camel ride that will take you up to the high sand dunes to enjoy the magical sunset and head to our camp in the middle of the desert where we will spend our third night.
Day 4: Merzouga - Rissani - Ziz Gorges - Midelt
On the fourth day of the tour, we will leave the desert of Merzouga and start our journey to the city of Midelt. First, we will visit the city of Rissani and its market which is considered the sok of the Tafilalt area, then we will stop at the Ziz Gorges near Errachidia. The gorge is totally green and offers great possibilities to enjoy the panoramic scene of palm trees. It is also the first producer of date fruit in the country. Also a picturesque journey through the mountains of the High Atlas. At the top of the mountain pass of Tizi N’Talghemt, we will stop to enjoy another panoramic view of the mountains and distant villages. Descending from the mountains, we will stop in the city of Midelt where we will spend our fourth night. The city of Midelt is famous for its first place in apple production.
Day 5: Midelt - Azrou - Ifrane - Meknes - fez
After breakfast, leaving Midelt, we will start crossing the Middle Atlas, famous for its green and humid landscapes. Our next stop will be the cedar forest of Azrou, where we will stop to see the cedar forest and the barbarian monkeys that live and play along the roads. 30 minutes drive will take us to the city of Ifrane. The city is famous for its alpine architecture which makes it one of the best cities in Morocco.
Then we leave Ifrane and cross Imouzzer Kandar to the city of Meknes, where we will visit The gate was built by Moulay Ismail and finished by his son to be the most important gate of all imperial cities.
The Tour Includes
- Pick up and drop off at your riad/hotel
- Private vehicle/ all fuel cost
- Speaking English guide
- Accommodation ( dinner, breakfast )
- Overnight at a luxury sahara desert camp
- Sunset and sunrise camel rides in Erg-chebbi
- Ait ben haddou visit
The Tour Excluye
- Drinks
- lunches.
- Tips and what is not in the program.
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What to see in 5 day morocco itinerary?
Visited Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou
The Kasbah is located 30 km northwest of the city of Ouarzazate, in the rural commune of Aït Zineb, in the circle of Amrezgane. It is built on the south side of a hill called Taourirt-n-Ighrem, on the eastern bank of the Assif Marghen, in the valley of the Ounila, which was a place of passage for commercial caravans, linking the Saharan regions and the Mediterranean coasts.
Discover the high atlas mountains
a picturesque panoramic drive through the majestic views of the mountains and Berber villages along the way. We will stop at the top of Tizi N’Tishka, at 2260 m altitude, to admire the panoramic view of the whole area.
Enjoy a night in the desert
5 day morocco itinerary, allows you to live an unforgettable experience. Spending a night in the desert under the stars, you will live another lifestyle as nomads do. You could also listen to the spiritual music of the nomads.
Discover the humid zone in Morocco
Ifrane is one of the most visited cities in the country especially in winter, when snow covers the roofs of its alpine-style houses. The place is also known for its green spaces and lush trees; we will stop at the famous Azrou cedar forest to see the Barbary monkeys coming out of the jungle. Afterwards, we will leave the Middle Atlas and start driving the High Atlas where we will stop in the town of Midelt for lunch and rest. The city is famous for the production of apples.
Visit to the nomads
Morocco is a country where different cultures come together, so we include visiting the nomads in 5 days in Morocco. The nomads or Bedouins live in different places in Morocco, especially in the desert. We will discover their daily life, their activities and their tents.
Explore the dades gorges
The heart of the valley is a real haven of freshness where you will find incredible landscapes and a very welcoming population. Discover the Dades Gorges in spring, when the valley is covered with an exceptionally flourishing nature: let yourself escape amidst gardens of almond trees, argan trees, walnut trees, palm trees and poplars.
