What to Do in Morocco for 5 Days: Full Guide:

Discover the most famous sites in Morocco in just 5 days, from the imperial city of Marrakech to the imperial city of Fes. In addition to that, you will have the chance to visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and the Merzouga Sahara Desert, where you can go on a camel trekking over the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend the night in the middle of the desert concluding your trip in Fes. The 5-day Morocco Tour is a fantastic opportunity to see the country's breathtaking sceneries and immerse yourself in its rich history and culture.

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – Sightseeing tour of Marrakech:


Your 5 days Tour in Morocco will set off upon arrival in Marrakech, Starting in the colourful and culturally rich city of Marrakech, Once you've settled into your traditional Riads,

 

Start your guided tour of Marrakech after meeting your local tour guide, visit Majorelle Garden, Badi Palace, Bahia Palace and Saadian tombs. Following that, enjoy a shopping experience through the narrow streets of the old Medina of Marrakech where you will find leather goods shopping, pottery shopping, and more amid the labyrinthine souks.

 

Later on, explore head to the famous Djamaa Lfena Sequare with its lovely activities including snake charmers, musicians, storytellers and food vendors, If you are interested, you can enjoy a coffee at Café Du France, one of the famous cafes in the region with fantastic rooftop view over the Sequare of Dejamaa Lfena. Next, you will be taken to your Riad where you will spend the first night of your trip.

Day 2: High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley:

Depart from Marrakech in the morning and travel to the High Atlas Mountains by way of the picturesque Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260 m), where you will be able to see some of the most breathtaking landscapes. Following that,

 

Continue your trip through Ounila Valley filled with natural wonders and Berber villages. Later, visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco's most famous ksars (fortified villages) where several movies have been filmed like Gladiator, Game of Thrones and The Mummy.

 

After breakfast at a local restaurant near the Kasbahs, proceed to Ouarzazate, often known as ‘’Hollywood of Africa’’ After that, cross the oasis of Skoura admiring the amazing landscapes along the way. Stopping in kalaat M’gouna known as the rose city. Afterward, proceed to Dades Gorges where you will spend the night in Dades Valley.

Day 3: Todra Gorges – Camel Trek – Sahara Desert Camp:

In the morning, head toward the Sahara desert of Merzouga, visit the majestic Todra Gorges with its cliffs reaching up to 300 meters high and made of limestone. Relax with a cup of tea at a café by the river or go for a little walk around the gorge with local guide and meet nomads herding their goats, sheep and camels then continue on your journey to Merzouga, where you will meet your camel guide and set off on a camel ride across the towering dunes of Merzouga. Stopping for sunset then continue to your desert camp in the middle of the desert where you will spend the night with fantastic drumming party around the campfire.

Day 4: Merzouga to Fes – Scenic Drive through Ziz Valley & Middle Atlas:

Wake up early morning to witness a lovely sunrise over the dunes of Merzouga. After that return your desert camp where you will have breakfast. Later on, head to Merzouga village where you will meet your driver and continue your 5 days Trip to Fes, admiring the finest sceneries along the way. Passing through the Middle Atlas Mountains. After lunch in Midelt, we head toward Cedar Forest of Azrou, Morocco’s Largest Forest where you will have the opportunity to photograph some Barbary monkeys.

 

 Arriving in Ifrane, Morocco’s little Switzerland, explore the city on your own then continue to Fes, drop you off at your accommodation where you will spend the night.

Day 5: Discover the Cultural Heart of Fes:

 In the morning, start your sightseeing tour of Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The city was founded by Moulay Idriss I, visit the old Medina of Fes then explore Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, world’s oldest university and UNESCO world heritage site. After that, head to Bou inania Madrasa, and the colorful Chouara Tannery where leather is used to make clothes, bags, shoes…etc.

 After lunch at a local restaurant in the old Medina, you will visit Batha museum and Attarine Madrasa. After that, you will be taken to Borj Nord where you will have the chance to see entire city of Fes from a panoramic viewpoint then transfer you to the airport or your accommodation.

·       Accommodation in air-conditioned suites/rooms for 4 nights.

·       Camel ride for 1 hour with local guide.

·       Dinner for 3 nights

·       Breakfast for 4 nights.

·       Luggage service to the camp and all accommodations.

·       The opportunity to ask your driver to stop wherever & whenever you wish.

·        Sandboarding in the desert.

·       Drumming party around the campfire.

Conclusion:

A 5 -day tour of Morocco is the best way to see the country's finest attractions, such as Marrakech and Fes. Not to mention the Merzouga Sahara desert. Additionally, Travelers should make an effort to understand and appreciate local customs and traditions in order to get the most out of this incredible experience. This would enhance their experience and make their trip an unforgettable and enjoyable experience. 

 

  



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