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8 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech via the Merzouga Desert

8 Days / 7 Nights – Tangier • Chefchaouen • Fes • Merzouga • Sahara Desert • Dades Valley • Ouarzazate • Marrakech

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Complete itinerary

Discover Morocco day by day.

Private journey from Tangier to Marrakech based on the itinerary provided by Morocco Local Travel.

Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
Day 1

Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen

Your private journey begins with pick-up from Tangier Airport, Tangier Port or your accommodation. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a panoramic introduction to Tangier before traveling through the beautiful landscapes of the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to discover the famous Blue City. Walk through its charming blue-painted streets, traditional markets and Plaza Uta el-Hammam while experiencing the relaxed atmosphere of this mountain town.

Overnight: Chefchaouen Meals: Depending on accommodation
Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Day 2

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen and travel toward the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, one of Morocco's most important archaeological sites. Continue toward Meknes, one of Morocco's four Imperial Cities, with time to discover some of its historic highlights. Later, continue to Fes, Morocco's spiritual and cultural capital. Arrival at your traditional riad in the medina and free evening.

Overnight: Fes Meals: Breakfast
Fes Guided Tour – Ifrane – Midelt
Day 3

Fes Guided Tour – Ifrane – Midelt

After breakfast, meet your official local guide for a guided exploration of Fes. Discover the fascinating Fes el-Bali, its labyrinth of narrow streets, traditional souks, artisan workshops, historic madrasas and the famous tanneries. Your guide will introduce you to the history, architecture and traditions of one of the world's most remarkable medieval cities. After the guided visit, leave Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, known for its alpine-style architecture, before continuing through the cedar forest near Azrou. The journey then continues through beautiful mountain scenery toward Midelt.

Overnight: Midelt Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert
Day 4

Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, continue south toward the Sahara. Travel through impressive mountain landscapes before reaching the spectacular Ziz Valley, where you can enjoy panoramic views over vast palm groves, traditional villages and ancient kasbahs. Continue through Erfoud toward Merzouga, gateway to the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes. In the afternoon, embark on a camel trek across the golden dunes and admire the Sahara sunset. Arrive at your luxury desert camp, where dinner will be served. In the evening, enjoy traditional music around the campfire beneath the desert sky.

Overnight: Luxury desert camp in Merzouga – private bathroom Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Merzouga Desert Exploration – Nomads – Khamlia – Erg Chebbi
Day 5

Merzouga Desert Exploration – Nomads – Khamlia – Erg Chebbi

Wake up early for the opportunity to watch the beautiful sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, begin a full day dedicated to exploring the Merzouga desert and Erg Chebbi. Travel by 4x4 around the dunes, visit nomadic families and learn about their traditional desert lifestyle. Continue to Khamlia village, known for its Gnawa music and Saharan culture. Enjoy time to explore the desert landscapes and relax near the dunes. Sandboarding is included, while quad biking and buggy excursions can be arranged as optional activities. This second night in Merzouga allows you to experience the Sahara at a more relaxed pace without spending the entire day traveling.

Overnight: Merzouga desert hotel or camp – private bathroom Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Day 6

Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

After breakfast, leave Merzouga and travel toward the impressive landscapes of the Todra Valley. Arrive at the spectacular Todra Gorges, surrounded by dramatic rock walls. Enjoy time to walk through the canyon and admire one of southern Morocco's most impressive natural landscapes. Continue toward the Dades Valley, passing traditional Berber villages, palm groves and spectacular rock formations. Arrival at your hotel or riad in Dades, followed by dinner.

Overnight: Dades Valley Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Dades – Rose Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Day 7

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

After breakfast, depart through the beautiful Valley of Roses and the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs. Continue toward Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and an important location for international film productions. The journey continues to the magnificent Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco's most iconic fortified villages. After exploring the kasbah and having time for lunch, cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass. Enjoy panoramic stops along the mountain road before arriving in Marrakech in the evening.

Overnight: Marrakech Meals: Breakfast
Marrakech Guided Tour – End of the Journey
Day 8

Marrakech Guided Tour – End of the Journey

After breakfast, meet your official local guide and discover the highlights of Marrakech. Explore the historic medina, traditional souks, artisan quarters, Bahia Palace area, Koutoubia and the famous Jemaa el-Fna Square. Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy free time before transfer to Marrakech Airport or your chosen accommodation. 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 1 night in Marrakech 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, Fes & Marrakech Entrance fees to monuments Quad or buggy activities in Merzouga Personal expenses Tips

Meals: Breakfast

Tour Includes

  • 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
  • 1 night in Marrakech
  • 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

Not Included

  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Dinners in Chefchaouen, Fes & Marrakech
  • Entrance fees to monuments
  • Quad or buggy activities in Merzouga
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

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