8 days desert tour Tangier to Marrakech
- Tour Duration : 8 Days / 7 Nights
- TANGIER
- MARRAKECH
Tour Info:
- 8 days desert tour Tangier to Marrakech
The 8-day desert tour Tangier to Marrakech is the ideal way to explore the beauty of Morocco. First, take in the breathtaking scenery of the Rif Mountains and the blue city’s small, ancient streets. Afterward, tour Volubilis and Fes, the greatest and oldest cultural centers. On your journey, you will also discover the middle and higher Atlas highlands, Ifrane, often known as the Switzerland of Morocco, and its surrounding ski slopes. Ifrane is the most popular summer resort for Moroccans.
In addition, Azrou is home to the biggest cedar forest in Morocco, and you may enjoy a camel trip and a night in a desert tent. We will visit the ancient Weekly market of Rissani, the magnificent Todra gorges, Dades, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah on this finest 8-day Morocco tour. In addition, touring the city of Marrakech.
Included in the tour:
- Pick up from your local hotel or riad
- Private travel from Tangier in a comfortable A/C vehicle
- Experienced English speaking driver
- Camel trip to Merzouga camp – 1 camel per each person
- Accommodation in riad / hotel
- A night in Sahara camp with dinner and breakfast.
Excluded:
- Lunch
- Any Private Expenses
- Tips
8 days desert tour Tangier to Marrakech itinerary:
- Day 1: Port of Tangier – Rif Mountains – Chefchaouen:
On the first day, we will pick you up at the port or airport and then begin the drive via the Rif mountains, which are home to some of the most stunning vistas in the world. After that, we reach Chefchaouen, an artistic village situated in the Rif Mountains. In addition, the ancient medina is a mix of Moroccan and Andalusian architecture, with red-tiled rooftops and blue alleyways.
In addition, we will see the white-blue structures, the Uta el-Hammam plaza, and the renovated kasbah. In addition, we will transport you to a panoramic view where you can appreciate the beauty of nature and the wind. You will spend the night at a Hotel/Riad here.
- Day 2: Chefchaouen – Rif Mountains – Ouazane – Volubilis – Meknes - Fes:
Just after breakfast, our 8-Day Tangier to Marrakech trip will depart for Volubilis, through Ouzane and the Rif Mountains en route. You will appreciate the panorama of the Rif villages en route. You will next visit Volubilis, where you will see the Roman remains and learn about the archaeological site of Moroccan history.
Following that, we will go to Meknes, a historic location from the 17th century where you will explore Bab El Mansour and the ancient medina. We will next travel to Fes, where you will spend the night in a Riad or hotel.
- Day 3: Fes (Guided trip), cedar forests, and Midelt.
You will enjoy touring Fes Medina after breakfast. You will first explore the medina (the old city) with its lanes, local tanneries, colorful souks, and important landmarks – La Madrasa Attarine, mosques, the royal palace, houses, and the Nejjarine fountain. After that, we will travel through the biggest cader woods to Midelt.
On the route, we stop at Ifrane, sometimes known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” in the Middle Atlas. Likewise, a wonderful location in Morocco. In addition, we traveled to Azrou, where we may see and feed monkeys in the trees next to the cedar forest. overnight in the Midelt area.
- Day 4: Midelt – Ziz valley – Erfoud – Merzouga – camping overnight:
After breakfast, we will travel to Merzouga through Errachidia, Erfoud, the Tizi N’talghomm pass, and the Ziz Valley. In addition, seeing vistas of the High Atlas plateau. As you approach the city of Errachidia, which is known for its Berber friendliness, you will see how the landscape transforms to offer clues of the desert.
After that, we will travel to the desert of Merzouga, stopping en route to Erfoud for panoramic views. Afterward, in the afternoon, we will arrive at the Merzouga desert. The hotel staff will greet you with a drink of mint tea. Following that, you begin your camel journey to the desert camp, where you will spend a lovely night listening to Berber music under the stars.
- Day 5: Merzouga – Tinjdad – Todra Gorges – Dades valley:
The camp staff will wake you early in order to see a once-in-a-lifetime sunrise above the sand dunes. Following breakfast, you will return to the village of Merzouga by camel or 44 vehicles to meet your driver. After that, we’ll travel via Tinjdad and Tinghir, where you’ll have a brief walk in the Todra Gorge, which is known for its breathtaking granite cliffs. Afterward, travel to Dades to see the rock feature known as “the fingers of monkeys.” Overnight in Riad/Hotel.
- Day 6: Dades river – Roses valley – Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech
We will go via Kalaa M’gouna and Ouarzazate after breakfast. On the route, follow the road of a Thousand Kasbahs, which offers several possibilities to shoot some of the greatest photographs in both the Rose Valley and the city of Ouarzazate, sometimes known as the “Hollywood of Africa.”
Afterward, we will travel to the famed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition, we will shift our route through the High Atlas Mountains, where we will experience breathtaking vistas of Berber communities all the way to Marrakech.
- Day 7: Marrakech Sightseeing:
Today, you will begin your exploration of Marrakech, the “red city” of Morocco, with our local guide. Beginning with the Majorelle Gardens, the Koutoubia Tower, the Saadian tombs, and the Bahia Palace, you will see some of the city’s most fascinating historical landmarks. In addition, you may stroll around the souks and admire many handicrafts. In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore different areas of the city and stroll around Jemaa El-Fena Plaza.
- Day 8: Travel to the airport in Marrakech
Depending on your flight schedule, we will take you to the airport after breakfast. In addition, we will stop along the road and take in the scenery.
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- alcoholic beverages (for purchase).
- Children must travel with an adult.
The price of a tour varies based on the number of participants, the season, and the type of accommodations. If you are interested in a VIP-level luxury tour of Morocco, we offer both budget and luxurious accommodation choices.
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