6 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
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Overview
- Duration:7 days 6 nights
- Travelers:15 guests
- Tour Type:Desert, Morocco, Tours from Tangier
- Language:English, French, Spanish
This 7 Days Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech invites you to discover the soul of Morocco through its diverse landscapes and cultural treasures. Begin your journey in Tangier and head south through the Rif Mountains to explore the famous blue city of Chefchaouen. Walk through the ancient streets of Fes, one of the world’s oldest medinas, and experience its living traditions and crafts.
Venture deep into the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, where you’ll ride camels across golden dunes and spend the night under the stars in a Berber camp. Continue through the dramatic Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley before visiting Ouarzazate and the iconic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The adventure ends in Marrakech after crossing the scenic High Atlas Mountains, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Morocco’s beauty and hospitality.
Venture deep into the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, where you’ll ride camels across golden dunes and spend the night under the stars in a Berber camp. Continue through the dramatic Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley before visiting Ouarzazate and the iconic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The adventure ends in Marrakech after crossing the scenic High Atlas Mountains, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Morocco’s beauty and hospitality.
Highlights
- Drive through the Rif Mountains and explore the stunning blue city of Chefchaouen.
- Discover the ancient medina of Fes with a local guide and learn about its rich culture.
- Experience a scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains to reach the Sahara Desert.
- Ride camels across the dunes of Merzouga and witness a breathtaking desert sunset.
- Spend a magical night under the stars in a traditional Berber desert camp.
- Explore the magnificent Todra Gorges and the beautiful Dades Valley.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou near Ouarzazate.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains and traditional Berber villages.
- Cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in the red city of Marrakech.
Itinerary
Expand allDay 1: Tangier to Chefchaouen
Your journey begins with a warm welcome in Tangier, either at the port or the airport. From there, drive through the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen, the blue pearl of Morocco. This charming town is known for its peaceful atmosphere, artistic streets, and friendly locals. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional riad.
Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Moulay Idriss – Fes
After breakfast, depart from Chefchaouen and head toward Fes. Along the way, explore the well-preserved Roman ruins of Volubilis and enjoy panoramic views of Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco’s most spiritual towns. Arrive in Fes in the evening to admire the sunset from your riad terrace. Dinner and overnight stay in Fes.
Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt
After a rich breakfast, join a guided tour of Fes to explore its UNESCO-listed medina, ancient madrasas, and bustling souks. Later, travel toward the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane—often called the “Switzerland of Morocco.” Visit the Cedar Forest to see wild monkeys in their natural habitat before continuing to Midelt for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert Camp
Leave Midelt and travel south across the High Atlas Mountains into Morocco’s desert landscapes. Pass through the scenic Ziz Valley with its lush palm groves before reaching the dunes of Merzouga. Switch from car to camel and ride across the golden sands to your desert camp. Watch the sunset over the dunes, enjoy traditional Berber music, and sleep under the starlit sky.
Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
After a rich breakfast, we have to say goodbye to the desert and we will leave to Rissani where we will visit your Souk (if we are lucky and if it is one of the Market days: Tuesdays, Thursdays or Sundays), and This market has existed since the French colonization of Morocco. alot of the people they come from other villages like desert and others many villages they buy many things like vegetables, fruits,clothes,shoes… 2 hour later we will arrive at one of the strongest points of the High Atlas: The Todra Gorges. The channel of the Todra River has formed a gorge of vertical walls of enormous proportions and of great beauty, it is the paradise of climbers and a unique place. Lunch on site and a half-hour walk would be advisable to see and enjoy the Gorges in detail. In the afternoon we will continue to the Dades Valley, also known by the Fig Valley for so many fig trees found in this Valley. and dinner in dades valley and the night.
Day 6: Dades Valley – Valley of Roses – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
after breakfast, we can enjoy one of the best views of the Dades Valley. We will do it from one of the most strategic places that the mountains offer us.
From there we can enjoy and explore the amounts of Kasbah, The name, however, is taken from the local Amazigh language Tamazight, after several stops to enjoy the valley of rose and great Palm groves of Skoura, we well arrive at Ouarzazat or (city without noise ) and visit the studio of the cinema when a lot of the superstars of the world visit this city to filmed the movies and it’s famous for great weather and silence place.
In addition, visit the Ait ben Haddou Kasbah, It is a world site declared by UNESCO in 1987, and several famous films have been rallied in the place. For example, there are: -gladiator (2000) -Laurance of Arabia (1962) -Sahara (2005) Lunch in the village and in the afternoon we will leave again to Marrakech crossing the mountain pass of Tizi Ntichka the big atlas mountain well stop for some pictures and beautiful views.
Arrive Marrakech about 6:pm dinner accommodation in the riad here the second last day of 7 days desert tour Tangier to Marrakech.
Day 7: Marrakech – Airport Transfer
Enjoy breakfast at your riad and free time to explore Marrakech before your scheduled transfer to the airport. Your 7 Days Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech ends with warm memories of Morocco’s culture, landscapes, and people.
Includes/Excludes
- Transportation in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation, port, or airport.
- Six nights’ accommodation in carefully selected traditional riads and desert camp.
- Daily breakfast and dinners during the tour except in Marrakech.
- Camel trekking experience in the Sahara Desert of Merzouga.
- One night in a private Berber tent at a desert camp.
- Local guide for the medina tour in Fes.
- All sightseeing and stops mentioned in the itinerary.
- Lunches and drinks throughout the tour.
- Entrance fees to historical monuments and optional activities.
- Tips for drivers, guides, or camp staff.
- Personal expenses and travel insurance.
- Flight tickets or any transportation before or after the tour.
Frequently asked questions
Is Morocco a safe and welcoming country for travelers?
Yes, Morocco is widely considered a safe and welcoming destination for travelers from around the world. Moroccans are renowned for their hospitality, especially toward guests. We prioritize your well-being, using only reliable, professional drivers and carefully vetted accommodations. Your dedicated driver and guide provide local knowledge, ensuring a safe and stress-free experience throughout your Morocco tours.
What is included in the price of your private Morocco tours?
Our comprehensive private Morocco tours packages typically include all transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle, the services of a professional, English-speaking driver/guide, all accommodation (hotels, riads, and desert camps), daily breakfast and dinner, and activities like camel trekking in the Sahara. We clearly list all inclusions and exclusions on the individual tour page, ensuring complete transparency and peace of mind.
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
What is the accommodation like, particularly the Sahara desert camps?
We hand-select accommodations based on authenticity, comfort, and local charm, ranging from traditional riads in the cities to beautiful kasbahs in the mountains. For the desert, you will stay in high-quality camps (standard or luxury) featuring comfortable tents with proper beds and private or shared bathrooms, ensuring a magical, yet restful, night under the stars on your desert tour.
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