4 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• Explore Chefchaouen’s dreamy blue-hued medina nestled in the Rif Mountains
• Encounter wild Barbary apes in the cedar forests of Azrou
• Navigate the mesmerizing Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock
• Camel ride into the golden dunes of Merzouga at sunset
• Overnight in a luxury desert camp under starlit skies with live Berber music
• Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes
• Discover Rissani’s traditional markets—birthplace of Morocco’s royal dynasty
• Stroll through the dramatic Todgha Gorges, a paradise for photographers and hikers
• Marvel at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a cinematic fortress
• Journey along the “Route of a Thousand Kasbahs” through Skoura Oasis
• Admire the fragrant Valley of Roses and stop at women-run argan oil cooperatives
• Explore Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” home to legendary film studios
• Cross the majestic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m) through the High Atlas
• Conclude your adventure in vibrant, historic Marrakech

DETAILED ITINERARY:

Day 1: Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes

Journey Duration: 5–6 hours | Distance: 220 km

Welcome to Tangier—the gateway between Africa and Europe! Your guide meets you at the port or airport to begin your 4-day adventure. Drive through the scenic Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the “Blue Pearl” of Morocco. Wander its serene, cobalt-washed alleys, admire artisan shops, and soak in the peaceful mountain atmosphere. After lunch, continue south to Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart. Check into a traditional riad in the medina. Overnight in Fes.

Day 2: Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Ziz Valley → Merzouga

Journey Duration: 8–9 hours | Distance: 480 km

Depart Fes through the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane (“Little Switzerland”) and Azrou Cedar Forest to observe wild Barbary macaques. Continue through the dramatic Ziz Gorges, where volcanic cliffs frame a lush river valley. Lunch in Errachidia, then cross the arid plains toward Merzouga. In the late afternoon, mount your camel for a 1.5-hour trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes to watch the sunset. Arrive at your luxury desert camp for dinner under the stars, accompanied by live Berber music. Overnight in the camp.

Day 3: Merzouga → Rissani → Todgha Gorges → Dades Gorges

Journey Duration: 6–7 hours | Distance: 280 km

Rise early to witness a magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, visit Rissani’s lively souk—one of southern Morocco’s largest—and sample local specialties. Continue through Erfoud (famous for fossils) to the Todgha Gorges, where 300-meter limestone walls create a natural cathedral perfect for walking and photography. Proceed to the Dades Gorges, known for its “Monkey Fingers” rock formations. Overnight in a guesthouse overlooking the valley.

Day 4: Dades Gorges → Valley of Roses → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Journey Duration: 7–8 hours | Distance: 380 km

Depart through the Dades Valley into the fragrant Valley of Roses. Stop in Skoura Oasis to admire ancient kasbahs amid palm groves. Continue to Ouarzazate—the “Hollywood of Africa”—and visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a 12th-century fortified village featured in *Gladiator* and *Game of Thrones*. Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), enjoying panoramic views of snow-capped peaks and Berber villages. Optional stop at an argan oil cooperative. Arrive in Marrakech by evening. Your 4-day journey ends with drop-off at your hotel or riad.