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9 Days Morocco Tour – From Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert

9 Days / 8 Nights – Chefchaouen • Fes • Merzouga Desert • Dades Valley • Marrakech

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

Welcome to Morocco! Your private driver will meet you at Tangier Airport, port or your accommodation. Begin the journey through the beautiful landscapes of northern Morocco and the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen, one of the country's most charming destinations. After arrival, enjoy free time to discover the famous blue-painted streets, Plaza Uta el-Hammam, traditional shops and peaceful corners of the old medina.

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

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

After breakfast, leave Chefchaouen and travel south toward the cultural heart of Morocco. Along the way, visit the archaeological site of Volubilis, famous for its Roman ruins and ancient mosaics. Continue toward Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities, with time to discover its historic atmosphere before continuing to Fes. Arrival in Fes in the afternoon or evening and transfer to your traditional riad.

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

Guided Tour of Fes – Midelt

After breakfast, meet your official local guide and begin a fascinating exploration of Fes. Discover Fes el-Bali, one of the world's most impressive historic medinas. Walk through its narrow streets and traditional souks while discovering artisan workshops, historic madrasas, fountains, the famous tanneries and the surroundings of Al Quaraouiyine. After the guided tour and lunch, meet your driver and continue through the Middle Atlas region toward Midelt. This overnight stop makes the following day's journey to the Sahara more comfortable and allows more time to enjoy Merzouga.

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

Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, travel through spectacular mountain scenery toward southern Morocco. Pass through the Ziz Gorge before reaching the magnificent Ziz Valley, where thousands of palm trees create one of the most beautiful oasis landscapes in Morocco. Continue through Erfoud toward Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. In the afternoon, meet your camel caravan for an unforgettable ride across the golden dunes. Stop to admire the Sahara sunset before continuing to your luxury desert camp. Enjoy dinner followed by traditional music around the campfire beneath the desert stars.

Overnight: Luxury desert camp in Merzouga – Night 1 Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Full Day Merzouga Desert Experience
Day 5

Full Day Merzouga Desert Experience

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 Erg Chebbi and explore the different landscapes surrounding the dunes. Visit local nomadic families and learn about their traditional desert lifestyle. Continue to Khamlia village, famous for its Gnawa music and cultural heritage. After lunch, enjoy free time to relax or choose an optional adventure such as quad biking or buggy riding across the desert landscapes. Sandboarding can also be enjoyed on the dunes. In the afternoon, return to your accommodation and experience another beautiful Sahara sunset.

Overnight: Merzouga Desert – Night 2 Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Day 6

Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

After breakfast, leave the Sahara and travel toward the spectacular landscapes of the Atlas region. Pass through traditional villages before reaching Tinghir and the Todra Gorges, one of Morocco's most impressive natural attractions. Enjoy a walk between the towering canyon walls and take time for photographs before continuing toward the Dades Valley. Along the route, discover spectacular rock formations, kasbahs and Berber villages surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes. 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, continue through the beautiful Valley of Roses and the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs toward Ouarzazate. Travel to the famous fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, recognized for its remarkable earthen architecture and spectacular location. Enjoy time to explore the kasbah before continuing through the High Atlas Mountains. Cross the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, stopping at panoramic viewpoints and traditional mountain villages along the way. Arrival in Marrakech in the evening.

Overnight: Marrakech – Night 1 Meals: Breakfast
Marrakech Guided Tour
Day 8

Marrakech Guided Tour

After breakfast, meet your official local guide for a private tour of Marrakech, the famous Red City. Discover the historical medina, the magnificent Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia area, traditional artisan quarters and the colorful souks. Continue through the labyrinth of the old city before reaching the legendary Jemaa el-Fna Square, filled with the sights, sounds and atmosphere that make Marrakech unique. The remainder of the afternoon is free to explore, relax at your riad, enjoy a traditional hammam or discover Marrakech at your own pace.

Overnight: Marrakech – Night 2 Meals: Breakfast
Marrakech – Departure
Day 9

Marrakech – Departure

Enjoy your final breakfast in Marrakech. Depending on your departure schedule, you will have free time for last-minute shopping, relaxing or exploring the city. At the appropriate time, private transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport, your hotel or another agreed location. End of our services and your 9-day Morocco experience. Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour Professional private driver Pick-up in Tangier Final transfer in Marrakech Fuel and transportation expenses 8 nights accommodation 1 night in Chefchaouen 1 night in Fes 1 night in Midelt 2 nights in the Merzouga Desert 1 night in Dades Valley 2 nights in Marrakech Breakfasts throughout the tour Dinners in the desert and Dades Private bathroom in all accommodations Official local guide in Fes Official local guide in Marrakech Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes Desert 4x4 excursion Visit to Khamlia and nomadic families Sandboarding Sahara sunset and sunrise experiences Panoramic and cultural stops throughout the journey Assistance throughout the tour Lunches Drinks Entrance fees to monuments Dinners in Chefchaouen, Fes and Marrakech Quad or buggy activities Personal expenses Tips

Tour Includes

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
  • Professional private driver
  • Pick-up in Tangier
  • Final transfer in Marrakech
  • Fuel and transportation expenses
  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 1 night in Chefchaouen
  • 1 night in Fes
  • 1 night in Midelt
  • 2 nights in the Merzouga Desert
  • 1 night in Dades Valley
  • 2 nights in Marrakech
  • Breakfasts throughout the tour
  • Dinners in the desert and Dades
  • Private bathroom in all accommodations
  • Official local guide in Fes
  • Official local guide in Marrakech
  • Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Desert 4x4 excursion
  • Visit to Khamlia and nomadic families
  • Sandboarding
  • Sahara sunset and sunrise experiences
  • Panoramic and cultural stops throughout the journey
  • Assistance throughout the tour

Not Included

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

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