7-day tour from Tangier to the Merzouga desert

Duration

7 days

Max People

40

Min Age

3+

Pickup

4X4

Overview

This 7-day Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech offers an unforgettable journey through imperial cities, blue mountain villages, ancient Roman ruins, and the breathtaking Sahara Desert. Traveling through the Rif Mountains, the Middle Atlas, and the High Atlas, you will discover Morocco’s rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture.

Highlights include guided tours of Fes and Marrakech, a visit to the blue city of Chefchaouen, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, camel trekking in the Sahara Desert, and an overnight stay in a traditional desert camp surrounded by golden dunes. This private tour is fully customizable and designed to provide comfort, authenticity, and memorable experiences.

Tour Highlights

  • Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains

  • Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Discover the imperial cities of Meknes, Fes, and Marrakech

  • Guided tour of Fes, the oldest imperial city in Morocco

  • Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and Ziz Valley

  • Camel trek into the Sahara Desert at Erg Chebbi

  • Overnight stay in a traditional desert camp with Berber music

  • Watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes

  • Walk through the spectacular Todra Gorges and Dades Valley

  • Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed kasbah

  • Cross the High Atlas Mountains with panoramic views

  • Guided city tour of Marrakech, including major historical sites

  • Private tour with a professional driver/guide for personalized service

Included/Excluded

  • Private tour (no other participants)
  • Pick-up from hotel, riad, airport, or your chosen location
  • Accommodation with half board in hotels/riads (dinner, overnight stay, breakfast)
  • 4×4 air-conditioned vehicle
  • Spanish-speaking driver/guide throughout the tour
  • Fuel
  • Camel trek to the desert camp (one camel per person)
  • One night in desert tents (haimas) among the dunes
  • Flights
  • Lunches
  • Tips and personal expenses not mentioned in the program

Tour Plan

Day 01 Tangier – Chefchaouen – Fes

On the first day of your journey, we will meet you at the port of Tangier and travel through the Rif Mountains and the city of Tetouan, enjoying beautiful mountain views until we reach Chefchaouen, one of the most charming villages nestled at the foothills of the Rif Mountains.

In the medina of Chefchaouen, you will discover the main square with Spanish-style architecture, surrounded by many handicraft workshops and lively shops. You will also find excellent restaurants and cafés there.

Our journey continues towards Volubilis via Wazan and other Rif villages. Volubilis is an important Roman archaeological site that reveals part of Morocco’s ancient history. After visiting the ruins, we will head to the nearby historic city of Meknes, where we will stop for lunch and enjoy a walk along the medina walls, Bab El Mansour, and visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.

After visiting Meknes, we will drive directly to Fes, where you will spend the night in a traditional riad.

Day 02 Fes – Guided City Tour of Fes

After breakfast in your riad, you will begin exploring the oldest city in Morocco, walking through its narrow streets and alleys. The tour includes visits to the Royal Palace, Bab Bou Jeloud gate, and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), the first ever built in Morocco during the 16th century.

You will visit major cultural and historical sites, including the famous Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest university in Africa, the tanneries, Attarine Museum, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss.

After lunch, you will visit a traditional tile (zellige) cooperative and then enjoy a panoramic view overlooking the entire medina of Fes. Dinner and overnight stay in a riad.

Day 03 Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi

After breakfast at the hotel, departure towards Merzouga. The journey takes you through Ifrane, the impressive Tiz Ntalghamt Pass, and the Ziz Gorges. Along the way, you will observe the changing landscapes of the Middle Atlas until the desert scenery begins to appear near Errachidia.

You will then travel along the lush Ziz Valley, stopping at several panoramic viewpoints before reaching Erfoud and Rissani. Upon arrival in Merzouga, you will be welcomed with a traditional glass of mint tea.

Afterwards, you will begin a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, heading to a desert camp where you will spend the night surrounded by sand dunes and enjoy Berber drum music under the stars.

Day 04 Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Early in the morning, you will wake up to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes. You will then ride camels back to the hotel for breakfast and a shower.

The journey continues through the Saghro Mountains toward Tinghir. You will take a short walk through the spectacular Todra Gorges before heading to the Dades Valley for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Day 05 Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

After breakfast, we will travel through the Dades Valley toward Kalaat M’Gouna and Ouarzazate. Known as the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs,” this route offers incredible photo opportunities, along with views of the beautiful Rose Valley.

We continue to Ouarzazate, famous for its film studios. On the way to Marrakech, you will visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the largest kasbah in Morocco, built by T-Hami El Glaoui in the early 20th century. Once an important stop for caravans traveling between the Sahara and Marrakech, it is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Crossing the High Atlas Mountains, you will enjoy dramatic landscapes, panoramic views, and traditional Berber villages before arriving in Marrakech. Overnight stay in a riad.

Day 06 Marrakech – Guided City Tour

After breakfast in the riad, you will enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech, known as “the Red City.” The visit includes the most important historical and cultural sites such as the Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, and Bahia Palace.

After lunch at a restaurant near the famous Jemaa El-Fna Square, you will explore the traditional souks, where you will find a wide variety of Moroccan handicrafts. In the afternoon, you will have free time to discover the city at your own pace.

Day 07 Transfer to the Airport

After breakfast, at the appropriate time, we will transfer you to the airport, marking the end of our services.

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