5-Day Tour from Marrakech
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5 Days Tour Marrakech to Chefchaouen via Sahara Desert and Fes
Overview
This Marrakech itinerary 5 days will bring you from lively Red City to the blue city of Chefchaouen immersing you in the culture, fun and stunning awaiting landscapes. Discover Morocco’s varied geography as you drive through the High Atlas Mountains, tour kasbahs, travel the sand dunes, and wander through villages in the mountains. Thus, the programmes are arranged including the intensified usage of means of transport such as camels, tours, as well as overnights under the stars in Bedouin-style houses which provide the best balance between the active and the passive activities. Starting with the quiet desert to the quiet city of Chefchaouen, this tour guarantees an amazing Morocco experience.
Highlights of the 5 Days Tour from Marrakech
- Discover the heritage of Moroccan culture while in Marrakech and Fes.
- Visit the historic site of Ait Ben Haddou a world heritage site.
- Enjoy the walk through the gorges cliffs that characterize the Todra Gorge.
- Explore on the back of camels the desert crested with golden sand known as Erg Chebbi.
- Tour the archeological site at Volubilis that is still remnants of the ancient Romans among Moroccan diverse history.
- Learn about the blue alleys of Chefchaouen located in the Rif Mountains.
- Go through beautiful surroundings, mountain meadows, and desert waters.
- Taste delicious local food starting with familiar street food and ending with authentic Berber dishes.
Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour
What's Included:
- Full assistance and planning of the 5-day tour
- Comfortable private transportation throughout the trip
- 4 nights in carefully selected accommodations (guesthouses, desert camp)
- Camel trekking experience with sunset and sunrise views
- Breakfasts and dinners, plus lunch during excursions
- Bottled water and snacks throughout the journey
What's Excluded:
5 Days Tour from Marrakech to Chefchaouen Itinerary
Day 1:Marrakech – Telouet – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Marrakech should be your starting point, and then move towards the High Atlas Mountain range. Highway drive to the mountain pass of Tizi n’Tichka; go on to the Rampart of Telouet. See the Kasbah of Telouet; it used to be the seat of the Glaoui family. Then, transfer to Ait Ben Haddou, a magnificent fortresses that has got status of open air museum and is a part of UNESCO heritage list. Stroll through the kasbah with its Moroccan traditional architecturecesty and climb up to the top for some photos. Carry on travelling to Ouarzazate that is famous as the Hollywood of Morocco most of movies were filmed here.
Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day 2: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Boutrare – Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge
After arrival to Ouarzazate, start by visiting film studios, and the Taourirt Kasbah in the morning. After that, move to Skoura, which is a beautiful town surrounded by palm groves and Kasbahs which are almost hidden from sight. The castle itself is located in Boutrare and driving through it will enable you to feel the landscapes of the Rose Valley, which is a famous place for its roses that bloom in spring. On to Dades Gorge and ‘Monkey Fingers,’ interesting rock formations. The day ends at Todra Gorge with its spectacular high cliffs at both sides of the road. Stroll through the area comfortably, with a nice cool wind blowing from the river.
Overnight in Todra Gorge.
Day 3 : Todra Gorge – Arfoud – Erg Chebbi Desert (2-Hour Walking in Todra Gorge)
For this day of our Marrakech itinerary 5 days, you start off your morning by taking an energizing 2 hours walking through the Todra Gorge stunnings trails and picturesque views. Then, get out on the road again and pass by the desert town of Arfoud which is famous for fossils and artefacts found in the area. Drive on to Erg Chebbi, the site of the yellow sand dunes of the Sahara. Spend some time on a camel back and watch the desert making arranged shades of pink and orange with the declining sun. Seeing the camp in the desert, you will be met with Berber music and you will be served dinner.
Overnight in a desert camp at Erg Chebbi.
Day 4 : Erg Chebbi – Arfoud – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Ifran – Fes
Get up early morning for one of the most wonderful sights in sahara;the sun rising over the sand dunes and then setting off back to Merzouga on the back of camels. After breakfast, you take a drive all through Arfoud and then into the green Ziz Valley famous for its large date palm gardens. While driving to Midelt, you may take lunch and proceed the trip to the Middle Atlas Mountains. En-route a visit to Azrou to visiting the world renown cedar forests and the Barbrary ape then proceed with a drive through Ifran referred to by many as ‘little Switzerland’. Spend your last day in Fes, which would be a bit of a relief after having spent a full day on the road.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 5 : Fes – Volubilis – Chefchaouen (Ending the Marrakech itinerary 5 days)
Spending the last day of the tour, you should visit Volubilis, one of the major roman ruins, that is on the list of UNESCO World Heritage. Take a closer look at the numerous beautiful mosaics, arches and temples and get to know history of Morocco. Go farther to Chefchaouen – The Blue City of Morocco! Commonly located in the Rif Mountains, this town is famous for its blue-painted streets and rather unhurried pace. Upload problem 4 Stroll around the alleys of the town, visit craft workshops, spend time on a square. After this tour your tour guide will drop you to this point and you’ll be on your own to explore Chefchaouen.
End of the Marrakech itinerary 5 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.Is this Marrakech itinerary 5 days suitable for first-time travelers to Morocco?
Of course you get that with this tour, Morocco is rich in geographical features and has a colorful history. It allow you to understand something new and interesting by visiting big cities in the country, oases in the middle of the desert, and small mountainous towns.
2.What should I carry along for the tour more to the desert?
As for clothing, it is recommended to pack as much light and loose myslfiting clothing for hot weather and warmer clothes for cold evenings – especially when traveling through the desert. Make sure to bring a hat and sunglasses, sun block and appropriate shoes for walking. A scarf is also useful for wind in desert.
3.Are there any ways that one can modify this five days itinerary according to your choice?
Absolutely! Our sightseeing options are quite versatile, and we can modify or the series of activities, itineraries or duration of your visit as needed. Please let us know your idea, and we will make required preparation.
4.Just how secure is it to visit the desert and other rural regions during this Marrakech itinerary 5 days ?
Safety is a priority. Our routes are strongly joins and professional guides path with you all the way. Transport and place to stay are chosen to provide you with maximum comfort and safety which is why you will have no need to worry during your trip.
5.What am I going to have in the desert camp and what should I look forward to on the camel trek ?
Having a nomadic style the camp provides all the comfort and amenities of the contemporary world. This tour delivers you to comfortably furnished tents, meals in the open air and camel trekking option. The lack of any sound and the kindness of the people will help you have a great time during your desert tour.
6. Is it possible to take this Marrakech itinerary 5 days with children ,and if so, what preparations do I have to make?
Thereofore, one could beget, families with children are welcome. A few aspects need to be explored in more detail depending on the age of the traveller: the program and the camel riding tour. Please let us inform us of your needs and we shall guarantee that the tour is as comfortable as possible to all the family members.
