8 Days Morocco Tour And Sahara Desert From Tangier
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An 8-day loop from Tangier: Tetouan and Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes and two nights in Fes, a night at a desert camp in Merzouga, the Dades Gorge, Ait Benhaddou, two nights in Marrakech and back north by Casablanca and Rabat.
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish
Group Size 1 – 15
All Ages Welcome
Highlights
- Tetouan and the blue medina of Chefchaouen
- Volubilis and a guided day in the Fes medina
- Private camel ride, sandboarding and a night at a desert camp in Merzouga
- The Dades Gorge and the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou
- A guided day in Marrakech
- The Hassan II Mosque and Rabat
Route map
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Itinerary
Day 1Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
Your private transport meets you at 9:00 at Tangier airport or your accommodation. Through Tetouan to Chefchaouen: the old medina and its blue alleys, the sacred water source, the old mosque and the town square.
Accommodation
Day 1
Riad El Palacio & SPA or Similar
Chefchaouen
5-star upgrade available
Day 2Chefchaouen – Meknes – Volubilis – Fes
The Roman ruins of Volubilis and their mosaics, and Meknes, on the way to Fes.
Breakfast
Accommodation
Day 2–3
Riad Fes Madaw or Similar
Fes
5-star upgrade available
Day 3Fes
A guided walk in the Fes medina: a panoramic view over the city, the royal residence, the Jewish quarter, the University of Al-Qarawiyyin and ceramic and leather workshops.
Breakfast
Accommodation
Day 2–3
Riad Fes Madaw or Similar
Fes
5-star upgrade available
Day 4Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga Sahara Desert
The cedar forest near Ifrane and its Barbary macaques, Midelt, then a private camel ride, sandboarding and a night at the desert camp in Erg Chebbi.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 4
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Merzouga
5-star upgrade available
Day 5Merzouga – Tinghir – Dades Gorge – Boumalne Dades
The old underground irrigation channels, Tinghir and lunch at a traditional restaurant, then a walk in the Dades Gorge among its rock formations and old kasbahs.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 5
Dar Rihana Dades or Similar
Boumalne Dades
5-star upgrade available
Day 6Boumalne Dades – Valley of Roses – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Kelaat M’Gouna and its women’s cooperatives, the Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate and lunch at the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO), then Marrakech.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 6–7
Riad Losra Marrakech or Similar
Marrakech
5-star upgrade available
Day 7Marrakech
A guided walk in the medina: Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Koutoubia Mosque, the old souks and Jemaa el-Fna, with lunch at a restaurant. Optional: food tour, cooking class, hot air balloon or hammam.
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Day 6–7
Riad Losra Marrakech or Similar
Marrakech
5-star upgrade available
Day 8Marrakech – Casablanca – Rabat – Tangier
The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, then Rabat: the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Oudayas, and on to Tangier, where your driver drops you at the airport or your accommodation.
What’s included
Accommodation
7 nights in hotels, riads and a desert camp
A night in Tangier at the end of the tour (Riad Dar Yasmine or similar) is listed on the source for day 8.
Chefchaouen
Riad El Palacio & SPA or Similar
Fes
Riad Fes Madaw or Similar
Merzouga
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Boumalne Dades
Dar Rihana Dades or Similar
Marrakech
Riad Losra Marrakech or Similar
Guide
Fully guided, in English.
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish.
Meals
- Day 2: traditional breakfast
- Day 3: breakfast
- Day 4: traditional breakfast, lunch, dinner at the desert camp
- Day 5: breakfast, lunch at a traditional restaurant, dinner
- Day 6: breakfast, lunch at Ait Benhaddou, dinner
- Day 7: breakfast, lunch at a restaurant
Optional extras
Not included in the tour price; can be added when you book.
What’s not included
Flights
Insurance
Where you’ll stay
All accommodations are subject to change.
Day 1
Riad El Palacio & SPA or Similar
Chefchaouen
5-star upgrade available
Day 2–3
Riad Fes Madaw or Similar
Fes
5-star upgrade available
Day 4
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Merzouga
5-star upgrade available
Day 5
Dar Rihana Dades or Similar
Boumalne Dades
5-star upgrade available
Day 6–7
Riad Losra Marrakech or Similar
Marrakech
5-star upgrade available
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