8-Day Tour from Tangier to the Desert and Marrakech

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8-Day Tour from Tangier to the Desert and Marrakech

Tanger,Merzouga

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Duration

8 days

Max People

Min Age

Pickup

4X4

Overview

This 8-day private tour from Tangier to the Sahara Desert and Marrakech offers a complete journey through Morocco’s most iconic destinations. From the blue streets of Chefchaouen and the imperial cities of Fez and Marrakech to the golden dunes of Merzouga, this tour combines culture, history, nature, and adventure.

Travel through the Rif Mountains, Middle Atlas, dramatic gorges, lush valleys, and the High Atlas Mountains. Experience authentic Moroccan hospitality in traditional riads, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, enjoy a camel trek in the Sahara, and spend an unforgettable night in a Berber desert camp under the stars.

This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a private, flexible, and immersive Moroccan experience.

Tour Highlights

Private 8-day journey from Tangier to Marrakech
Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen
Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Discover the imperial cities of Meknes, Fez, and Marrakech
Guided tour of Fez Medina, the largest medina in Morocco
Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, Ifrane, and cedar forests
Scenic drive through palm groves, valleys, and mountain passes
Camel trek in the Merzouga Desert at sunset
Overnight in a Berber desert camp in the Sahara dunes
Walk through the spectacular Todra Gorges
Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi-n-Tichka Pass
Guided city tour of Marrakech and Jemaa El Fna Square

Included/Excluded

Private tour (no shared groups)
Pick-up from hotel, riad, airport, or preferred 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 – TETOUAN – CHEFCHAOUEN

Arrival in Tangier and pick-up from the port or airport. We start our 8-day tour from Tangier through the Desert and Marrakech.
Departure towards Chefchaouen with a stop in Tetouan, known as the “Spanish city”.

Arrival in Chefchaouen and guided visit of the city. We will stroll through its charming streets and admire the blue-and-white houses and panoramic views.
Overnight with breakfast at the hotel and dinner in Chefchaouen’s main square.

Day 02 CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – MEKNES – FEZ

Departure towards Fez, passing through the Rif Mountains. Arrival at the Roman ruins of Volubilis, with an optional guided visit.
Continuation to Meknes, a city that flourished under Sultan Moulay Ismail. Visit Bab Mansour Gate, Dar El Maa, and the Royal Granaries.
Arrival in Fez. Dinner and overnight in a Riad or Hotel.

Day 03 FEZ – GUIDED TOUR OF THE MEDINA

Full day dedicated to discovering Fez, the intellectual capital of Morocco.
Visits include the famous Medersas (Quranic schools) such as Bou Inania and Attarine, traditional souks, Fez El-Jedid, and the Al Karaouine Mosque (the world’s oldest university).
Dinner and overnight in a Riad or Hotel.

Day 04 FEZ – IFRANE – AZROU – CEDAR FOREST – ERFOUD – MERZOUGA

Departure towards the Middle Atlas Mountains. Visit Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Africa”.
Stop in Azrou, a Berber town famous for handicrafts and cedar wood sculptures.

Continue to Midelt, then cross the Tizi Talghemt Pass (1,907 m).
Arrival in Errachidia and journey through the Tafilalet region to Erfoud.
Continuation to the Merzouga Desert. Overnight in a Berber desert camp (Haima).

Day 05 MERZOUGA – RISSANI – TODRA GORGES – ROSES VALLEY – OUARZAZATE

Departure towards Rissani and the palm grove of Jorf along the Ziz River. Continue through Touroug oasis and Tinejdad to Tinghir.
After lunch, walk through the spectacular Todra Gorges.

Continue through the Dades Valley and the Valley of Roses, especially beautiful in May.
Arrival in Ouarzazate with an optional visit to Taourirt Kasbah. Dinner and overnight.

Day 06 OUARZAZATE – AIT BEN HADDOU – TELOUET – HIGH ATLAS – MARRAKECH

Departure to Marrakech via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Continue towards Telouet to visit the former palace of the Pasha Glaoui.

Cross the High Atlas Mountains with breathtaking landscapes before arriving in Marrakech.
Dinner and overnight in a Riad or Hotel.

Day 07 MARRAKECH – CITY TOUR

Morning guided visit of Marrakech, the imperial city that gave its name to Morocco.
Discover historical and cultural sites such as Jemaa El Fna Square, Medersa Ben Youssef, Menara Gardens, Dar Si Said Museum, Agdal Gardens, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, and Badi Palace.

Afternoon free time. Dinner in Jemaa El Fna Square. Overnight in a Riad or Hotel.

Day 08 MARRAKECH – TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

Free time depending on flight schedule. Transfer to Marrakech Airport and end of our services.