7 Days / 6 Nights – Chefchaouen • Fes • 2 Nights in Merzouga • Dades Valley • Ouarzazate • End in Marrakech
Private journey from Tangier to Marrakech based on the itinerary provided by Morocco Local Travel.
Pick-up from Tangier Airport, port, hotel or riad and departure toward the beautiful Rif Mountains. Travel through the landscapes of northern Morocco before arriving in Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous Blue City. Enjoy free time to discover the charming medina, its blue-painted streets, Plaza Uta el-Hammam, local artisan shops and beautiful viewpoints over the surrounding mountains.
After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen toward Fes. Along the way, visit Volubilis, one of Morocco's most important archaeological sites, famous for its Roman ruins and mosaics. Continue toward Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities, with time to discover its historic center and have lunch. In the afternoon, continue to Fes and check into your traditional riad.
After breakfast, meet your official local guide for a fascinating exploration of Fes, Morocco's spiritual and cultural capital. Discover the UNESCO-listed Fes el-Bali medina, its labyrinthine streets, traditional souks, artisan workshops, historic madrasas, fountains and the famous tanneries. After the guided visit and lunch, leave Fes and travel south through Ifrane and the Middle Atlas Mountains. Continue toward the Midelt region, where you will spend a relaxing night before entering the Sahara the following day.
After breakfast, continue south through spectacular mountain landscapes. Travel through the impressive Ziz Valley, stopping at panoramic viewpoints overlooking its vast palm groves and traditional villages. Continue through Erfoud before reaching Merzouga, gateway to the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes. In the late afternoon, meet your camel caravan and cross the golden dunes while enjoying the Sahara sunset. Arrive at your luxury desert camp, where dinner will be served. Afterward, enjoy traditional music around the campfire beneath the desert stars.
Wake up to the peaceful atmosphere of the Sahara and enjoy breakfast surrounded by the Erg Chebbi dunes. Today is dedicated entirely to discovering the Merzouga Desert. Travel by 4x4 around the dunes, visit nomadic families and learn about their traditional way of life. Continue to Khamlia village, known for its Gnawa music and Saharan cultural heritage. After lunch, enjoy free time in Merzouga. You can relax, walk through the dunes or choose an optional quad or buggy adventure. Enjoy another beautiful sunset before returning to your accommodation.
After breakfast, leave the Sahara and travel toward the beautiful landscapes of southern Morocco. Continue through traditional villages toward Tinghir and the impressive Todra Gorges, one of Morocco's most spectacular natural attractions. Enjoy time to walk between the dramatic canyon walls before continuing through the valley toward Dades. Arrival at your hotel or riad in the Dades Valley, surrounded by mountains, kasbahs and unique rock formations. Dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, depart through the Valley of Roses and the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs toward Ouarzazate. Continue to the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco's most impressive fortified villages. Enjoy time to explore the kasbah and have lunch before continuing toward Marrakech. Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, with panoramic stops overlooking mountain landscapes and traditional Berber villages. Arrival in Marrakech in the evening, where your 7-day journey ends with drop-off at your hotel, riad or Marrakech Airport. No overnight accommodation in Marrakech is included. Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour Professional driver Pick-up in Tangier Drop-off in Marrakech Fuel and transportation expenses 1 night in Chefchaouen 1 night in Fes 1 night in Midelt 2 nights in the Merzouga Desert 1 night in Dades Valley Breakfasts throughout the tour Dinners in the desert and Dades Private bathroom in all accommodations Official local guide in Fes Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes Sunset and sunrise experience in the Sahara 4x4 Merzouga desert excursion Visit to nomadic families Visit to Khamlia village Sandboarding Panoramic and cultural stops Assistance throughout the journey Lunches Drinks Dinners in Chefchaouen and Fes Entrance fees to monuments Quad or buggy activities in Merzouga Personal expenses Tips
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