6-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
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6-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
Experience the best of Morocco on this 6-day, 5-night tour from Tangier to Marrakech. Begin with visits to Cape Spartel and the Hercules Cave, then cross the Rif Mountains to explore the blue city of Chefchaouen and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Continue with sightseeing in Fes and Meknes, and visit Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco, along with the nearby cedar forests.
Journey to the Merzouga Sahara Desert for a camel ride and an overnight stay in the dunes, enjoying magical sunsets and sunrises. Explore the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges, visit historic Kasbahs, and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi nTichka Pass. The tour concludes in Marrakech, completing an unforgettable Moroccan adventure.
Duration: 6 days/5 nights
Start: Tangier
End: Marrakech
Tour Style: Private
HIGHILGHTES:
- Exploring Tangier: Hercules Caves and Cape Spartel
- Visiting the blue city of Chefchaouen and enjoying its alleyways
- Discovering the Roman ruins of Volubilis and Meknes imperial sites
- Guided walking tour of Fes Medina, including Al Quaraouiyine University and Chouara Tanneries
- Visiting Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco, and the cedar forest with Barbary macaques
- Experiencing camel trekking and sunset in the Merzouga Sahara Desert
- Spending a night in a luxury desert camp under the stars with Berber music
- Exploring Rissani Souk, Erfoud fossil workshops, and Todra Gorges
- Touring the Dades Valley, “Monkey Fingers” rock formations, and Rose Valley
- Visiting Skoura palm groves, Ouarzazate studios, Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, and crossing the High Atlas to Marrakech
TOUR Itinerary
- Day 1: Tangier ⇢ Hercules Caves ⇢ Cape Spartel ⇢ Chefchaouen
Arrival in Tangier. Pick-up from your accommodation, airport, or port. Explore Tangier, including the Hercules Caves and Cape Spartel, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic. Free time for lunch. Drive inland via Tetouan and the Rif Mountains, stopping for panoramic views. Arrive in Chefchaouen. Overnight in a hotel.
- Day 2: Chefchaouen ⇢ Volubilis ⇢ Meknes ⇢ Fes
Morning free to wander the blue-washed alleys of Chefchaouen. Drive to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with mosaics, columns, and arches. Continue about 30 km to Meknes, the Ismaili capital, to visit Bab al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani, the Royal Stables and granaries, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Drive to Fes for overnight in a Riad.
- Day 3: Fes ⇢ Royal Palace Gate ⇢ Borj Sud ⇢ Mellah ⇢ Medina
Morning guided tour in Fes. Stops include Royal Palace Gate, Borj Sud fortress for panoramic views, and Mellah (Jewish Quarter). Visit the Ceramic Village & School to see traditional craftsmanship. Walking tour of the medina, including Al Attarine Madrasa, University and Mosque of Al Quaraouiyine, and Chouara Tanneries. Return to your Riad for overnight.
- Day 4: Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Cedar Forest ⇢ Midelt ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga Sahara
Drive south via Imouzzer to Ifrane, known as “Switzerland of Morocco,” with alpine-style houses and winter snow. Visit Cedar Forest, home to wild Barbary macaques. Lunch stop in Midelt. Cross Tizi-n-Talghamt Pass and follow the scenic Ziz Valley. Arrive at Merzouga Sahara, switch to camels for a desert ride, pause atop a dune for sunset, and continue to a luxury desert camp. Overnight at the camp with Berber drumming.
- Day 5: Merzouga Sahara ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Dades Valley
Early sunrise over the dunes. Drive to Rissani, a historic trading hub. Visit a fossilized marble workshop in Erfoud. Continue through Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves to the Todra Gorges, where the river carved a spectacular canyon with towering red cliffs. Free time to explore and have lunch. Continue to Dades Valley via Boumalne Dades, stopping at Monkey Fingers rock formations and a scenic viewpoint. Overnight in a hotel in Dades Valley.
- Day 6: Dades Valley ⇢ Roses Valley ⇢ Skoura ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Ait Benhaddou ⇢ High Atlas ⇢ Marrakech
Drive to Kelaat M’Gouna to visit the Valley of Roses, known for its annual Rose Festival with rose products and oils. Continue through Skoura palm groves and visit Ouarzazate film studios. Tour the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in films and series. Visit Telouet Kasbah, then cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with stops for lunch and photos. Arrive in Marrakech and drop-off at your accommodation. End of the 6-day tour.
- Includes & Not Includes
- INCLUDES
- 6 days private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
- Private English-speaking driver
- Walking tour in Fes with a local guide
- Accommodation in excellent riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
- Camel ride per person (optional 4WD transfer available)
- Sandboarding available at the desert camp
- Pickup from any location in Tangier (airport, hotel, etc.)
- Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
- Two dinners included: in the desert camp and Dades Valley
- Daily breakfasts
- NOT INCLUDES
- Lunches, drinks, and a few dinners
- Entrance fees to monuments (approx. 22€ per person)
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- Traveler FAQs
How to pay for the tour?
Our payment process is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your booking, we require a small deposit, which can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver or guide on the first day of the tour, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent amount in Moroccan dirhams.
What currency is used, and how do I get money?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Is it possible to customize the tour itinerary?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Do I ride a camel in the desert?
Absolutely. You can fully customize your tour package to suit your preferences, including adding extra stops, upgrading accommodations, or choosing alternative transport options such as 4×4 transfers.
What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What is the duration of the camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What are the camps in the desert like?
You’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp featuring private tents. The camps offer essential comforts such as comfortable bedding, shared or private bathroom facilities (depending on the camp type), warm blankets, and a communal dining area for meals and relaxation.
What’s your cancellation / refund policy?
This depends on how many days before departure you cancel. We typically require a deposit to hold the booking and partial or full refunds depending on timing.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Yes. Morocco is generally considered safe for travelers
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