7 days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes , Chefchaouen and Tangier

5.0 (4 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration7 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Begin an intriguing 7-day desert travel from Marrakech to Tangier, which aims to connect the lovely Marrakech with the enigmatic Tangier, as well as the Sahara Desert, the spiritual city of Fes, and the picturesque blue-painted city of Chefchaouen.

During the tour you will discover best of the High Atlas Mountains, Middle Atlas Mountains, and Rif Mountains are breathtaking. Each mountain range has its own distinct terrain, flora, and species.

Your own driver/guide will be with you at all times to assist you understand all Morocco has to offer.

This private tour is ideal for individuals who want to combine a visit to Morocco's loveliest northern Moorish mountain town, three of its magnificent Northern and Southern Imperial cities, its towering dune filled Desert, and its rich geological Saharan landscapes.

What's included

  • Tours in Fes and Marrakech with a guide. Optional hike in Todra Valley.
  • One night in a desert camp, including dinner and breakfast.
  • English speaking driver. Accommodation in beautiful riads with dinner/breakfast.
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Take a private tour in an air-conditioned 4x4 or van.
  • The camel trip to the desert to spend the night.
  • In Marrakech, Fes, and Chefchaouen, no dinner.
  • Drinks. Lunches. Admission fees. Tips

What to expect

Day 1: DAY 1 :ARRIVE AT MARRAKECH AIRPORT
  1. Marrakech
    2h
    Today, we will meet you at the airport at your arrival time and take you to a lovely riad in Marrakech's ancient medina. After checking into the riad, you will be taken on a guided tour of Marrakech, Morocco's "Red City."
  2. Jemaa el-Fnaa
    2m
    Your guide will make certain that you visit all of the historical and cultural landmarks, such as the Koutoubia Minaret, the Saadian tombs, the exquisite Palace of Bahia, and the Ben Youssef Coranic School. Finally, finish the morning by strolling through the medina alleys, where you can view all of the different artisans at work before arriving at the famed Jamaa El Fna Square.
  3. Gueliz
    2h
    Lunch at a restaurant near the plaza, followed by a visit to Gueliz, Marrakech's new city. Then you'll have time to roam around the square and be entertained by magicians, storytellers, teeth pullers, and food vendors. Overnight stay in a lovely riad with breakfast.
Day 2: DAY 2 : MARRAKECH - AIT BENHADDOU - DADES VALLEY
  1. Marrakech
    2h
    After breakfast at your riad, we drive via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, taking in the grandeur of the surrounding surroundings.
  2. Ait Ben Haddou
    2h
    We will visit Berber villages and observe and learn about the production of Argan oil by Berber women in their cooperative. We will visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, Morocco's largest Kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  3. Ouarzazate
    1h
    We travel to Dades Gorge through Ouarzazate after lunch at the Kasbah. The city is known as the "Hollywood of Africa," and we will travel along the "Road of 1000 Kasbahs."
  4. El Kelaa M'gouna
    2h
    We come to a halt at "Kalaat M'Gouna." It is well-known for its annual rose festival, which takes place in May.
  5. Dades Gorges
    1h
    Our day concludes at Dades Valley, where we spend the night at a lovely riad with dinner and breakfast.
Day 3: DAY 3 : DADES VALLEY – TODRA GORGE – MERZOUGA
  1. Boumalne Dades
    1h
    After breakfast, we will drive to Tinrghir and the Todra valley, taking in the panoramic vistas of the valley's historic mud Berber villages.
  2. Todra Gorge
    2h
    Today you will have approximately 1 hour to hike in Todra Valley and then walk beneath the 300 m high red cliff, where many rock climbers spend their time.
  3. Merzouga
    4h
    You will then proceed towards Merzouga. You will make photo stops along the journey and also stop at a location where people work to uncover fossils. You will arrive in Merzouga desert in the afternoon and ride your camels, accompanied by an expert camel-man, to explore what is hidden in the center of Morocco's highest sand dunes, enjoy the sunset, and spend the night at the camp with food, a drum party, and a camp fire.
Day 4: DAY 4 :MERZOUGA DESERT -ZIZ VALLEY - CEDAR FOREST - FES
  1. Merzouga
    2h
    Your camel guide will wake you up to see the sunrise, and after breakfast, you will leisurely camel-trek back to Merzouga, appreciating the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes, which change with the light as the day advances.
  2. Midelt
    3h
    You'll travel to Fes via Errachidia, through the magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock, and to Midelt via the Tizi Ntalghamt pass, stopping in Zaida for a barbecue and a glass of mint tea.
  3. Azrou
    1h
    continuing to Azrou, a Berber village in the Middle Atlas Mountains, where we'll stop to see the Barbarian apes in the cedar forest.
  4. Ifrane
    1h
    Then we proceed to Ifrane, known as the French village or Morocco's Switzerland, where we will stop for a photo.
  5. Fez
    1h
    Arriving in Fes, where you will spend the night in a wonderful riad with breakfast.
Day 5: DAY 5 : EXPLORING FES
  1. Fez
    1h
    After breakfast in your riad, you will begin your exploration of Fes, Morocco's "Spiritual City."
  2. Fes El-Bali
    2h
    You will spend the entire morning exploring the Medina and its lanes, visiting the majority of the cultural and historical landmarks, including the famed Al Karaouine Mosque and University (the world's oldest), the Medrasa Bouanania, the Tanneries, and the Najjarine fountain.
  3. Fez
    2h
    We will take you beyond the Medina after lunch to see the Royal Palace entrance, go through the Jewish quarter "the Mellah," and then visit the pottery cooperative. In the afternoon, we will take you to one of the fortresses to enjoy an incredible panoramic view of the entire Medina of Fes. Accommodation for the night in the same riad.
Day 6: DAY 6 : FES - CHEFCHAOUEN
  1. Fez
    2h
    After breakfast at the riad, we will drive north to Chefchaouen, making brief stops along the route.
  2. Chefchaouen
    3h
    After a few hours, we will arrive and spend the afternoon exploring the blue city. Overnight stay in a lovely riad with breakfast.
Day 7: DAY 7 : CHEFCHAOUEN - TANGIER AIRPORT
  1. Chefchaouen
    2h
    Free program in CHefchaouen in the morning.
  2. Tangier
    2h
    Today we will drive to Tangier airport for your flight or to Tangier port if you are taking the ferry.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all clients from any place in Marrakech city.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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