5 Days in Morocco Overview :
Have you ever thought about a short trip to North Africa? A 5 Days in Morocco tour is the best way to enjoy a mix of culture, history, and nature. This country gives you cities, mountains, and desert. If you plan it well, your 5 Days in Morocco tour can be full of special memories.
- Duration : 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Starting Location : Marrakech
- Ending Location : Fes
- Departure : Everyday
Highlights of the 5 Days in Morocco
- Explore the Middle Atlas Mountains and visit Cedar Forests
- Experience camel trekking and watch the sunset over the dunes.
- Visit local villages and enjoy a scenic drive back to Fes.
Why Visit Morocco for 5 Days?
Many people ask if five days is enough. It is not too short. A 5 Days in Morocco tour gives you time to explore old towns, try new food, and visit the Sahara Desert. If you follow a smart plan, you will enjoy every moment of your 5 Days in Morocco tour.
You can walk through busy cities like Marrakech and Fes. You can ride camels in the desert and visit small villages. You can try sweet mint tea and sleep in a desert camp. These moments make your trip feel long and full.
3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga Itinerary :
Day 1: Arrival and Welcome in Marrakech
We welcome you at Marrakech Menara Airport and provide a comfortable transfer to your traditional riad in the Medina. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax or begin exploring. In the afternoon, we guide you through the heart of the old city.
You visit Jemaa el-Fnaa square, a place filled with storytellers, local food, and music. We also take you to see the Koutoubia Mosque and the Bahia Palace. These sites show the charm of Moroccan culture. You enjoy dinner at the riad and rest well to begin your 5 Days in Morocco tour.
Driving distance: Approximately 6 km
Driving time: Approximately 15 min
Day 2: Marrakech to Dades Valley via Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
Your Marrakech to Dades desert tour begins with an 8:00 AM hotel/riad pick-up in Marrakech. We head southeast, crossing the High Atlas mountains with amazing views of Berber villages. On the way, we stop for photos and rest breaks.
Lunch is served in the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, where you visit the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This site has appeared in many movies like Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia. You explore the kasbah and learn its history.
We continue to Ouarzazate and stop at the entrance of Atlas Studios, the largest film studio in Africa. You may choose to take an inside tour. From there, we drive through the Valley of Roses and reach Dades Valley. You may visit the famous “monkey fingers” rock formations or explore them the next morning. We check in to your hotel or riad for the night.
Driving distance: Approximately 353 km
Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min
Day 3: Dades Valley to Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, we start our journey to the Sahara Desert. We drive through Tinghir and stop at Todgha Gorge, where you can take a short walk along the river surrounded by high rock walls. This is a perfect place for photos and enjoying nature.
We continue through the Ziz Valley and small Berber towns. Around mid-afternoon, we reach Merzouga, where your camel caravan awaits. You ride through the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, the highlight of your 5 Days in Morocco tour. As the sun sets, you arrive at your desert camp.
Dinner is served under the stars, followed by local music around the fire. You sleep in a traditional tent, enjoying the silence of the desert.
Driving distance: Approximately 270 km
Driving time: Approximately 5 hr 30 min
Day 4: Merzouga to Fes
We wake up early so you can watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, you ride your camel back to Merzouga. From there, we drive north through the Ziz Valley, passing palm groves and local villages. We stop for lunch in Midelt.
Our journey continues through the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you may see Barbary monkeys near Azrou. We pass through Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before reaching Fes in the evening. We check you into your riad and enjoy a quiet evening in this ancient city.
Driving distance: Approximately 467 km
Driving time: Approximately 8 hr
Day 5: Explore Fes and Departure
After breakfast, we guide you through the oldest part of Fes, Fes el-Bali. You visit traditional markets, old tanneries, and the world’s oldest university, Al-Qarawiyyin. The narrow streets and old buildings will take you back in time.
Depending on your flight or travel plans, we offer a transfer to Fes airport or help you return to Marrakech. This marks the end of your 5 Days in Morocco tour.
Driving distance: Based on the airport or travel plan
Driving time: Based on the destination
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What is Included and Excluded in 5 Days in Morocco
Included :
- Pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech
- Private modern 4x4 vehicle or minibus with A/C
- English/Spanish/French-speaking driver/guide
- Camel trek in Erg Chebbi dunes
- Sunset and sunrise view in the Sahara dunes
- Hotel drop-off in Fes
Excluded :
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Beverages
Helpful Tips from Morocco Golden Tours
We want your 5 Days in Morocco tour to be perfect. Always carry some cash. Dress modestly in small towns. Drink bottled water. Try new foods, but make sure they are clean. We take care of all transport, hotels, and local guides.
Note :
Please note that this is simply a recommended itinerary. If it doesn’t fit what you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to contact us. We can create a custom itinerary based on your preferences and how long you’ll be staying. We offer personalized tours all around Morocco.
Cancellation policy for the 5 Days in Morocco
For a full refund, kindly cancel your 5 Days in Morocco at least 7 days before the scheduled date. If the cancellation occurs within 7 days of your trip, the deposit becomes nonrefundable. Nevertheless, it remains valid for future use if you choose to reschedule. To initiate the cancellation process, please send us an email or text us via WhatsApp
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FAQs About 3 Days Tour from Fes to Merzouga
Yes. You can visit major cities and the desert in 5 days in Morocco. It is short but full of adventure.
Bring light clothes, a jacket, walking shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.
Yes. You can visit the Sahara on day 3 of your 5 days in Morocco plan.
Yes. Morocco is a safe country for tourists. Just follow normal safety rules.
