8-Day Essential Morocco Tour from Marrakesh
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8-Day Essential Morocco Tour from Marrakesh
Discover the highlights of Morocco on this 8-day, 7-night journey from Marrakesh to Fes and Chefchaouen through the Sahara Desert. Travel across the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi nTichka Pass, and explore the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and the city of Ouarzazate.
Visit Amridil Kasbah, the scenic Dades Valley, and the dramatic Todra Gorges. Experience the magic of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga with a camel ride, breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, and an overnight stay in a luxury desert camp. Enjoy an exciting 4×4 adventure across the desert dunes.
Stop at the traditional market of Rissani and Erfoud, known for its fossil treasures. Explore Ifrane, often called the Switzerland of Morocco, and the cedar forests home to Barbary macaques. Discover the imperial cities of Fes and Meknes, visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, and wander the iconic blue streets of Chefchaouen. The tour concludes in Tangier, completing your unforgettable Moroccan journey.
Duration: 8 days/7 nights
Start: Marrakech
End: Tangier
Tour Style: Private
HIGHILGHTES:
- Driving through the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi-n-Tichka pass
- Visiting the historic Telouat Kasbah
- Exploring the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Touring the Atlas Studios and Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
- Walking among the palm groves and Amridil Kasbah in Skoura
- Discovering the Rose Valley in Kalaa Magouna
- Experiencing the dramatic Todra Gorges
- Riding camels and watching the sunset in the Sahara Desert at Merzouga
- Visiting nomad villages, Khamlia village, and Merzouga’s flamingo lake
- Feeding Barbary Macaques in the cedar forest and exploring Fes’ historic medina
TOUR Itinerary
- Day 1: Marrakech ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Telouat Kasbah ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah ⇢ Ouarzazate (4 Hours Drive)
Begin your 8-day Morocco desert tour with an early pickup from Marrakech airport or your accommodation. Drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-N-Tichka pass, stopping for panoramic views of the dramatic landscapes. Visit the historic Kasbah of Telouat, then continue to the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in films like Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and TV series including Game of Thrones. Arrive in Ouarzazate, the “Gate of the Desert,” for dinner and overnight in a hotel.
- Day 2: Ouarzazate ⇢ Skoura Palm Groves ⇢ Amridil Kasbah ⇢ Rose Valley ⇢ Dades Valley (3 Hours Drive)
After breakfast, explore Ouarzazate, including Atlas Studios, where many famous movies were filmed, and the impressive Taourirt Kasbah, a historic mud-brick fortress. Drive east to Amridil Kasbah, surrounded by lush palm groves in Skoura. Continue to Kalaa Magouna, famous for the Rose Valley, where locals produce rose water, perfumes, and oils. Drive through Boumalne Dades, stopping at the unique Monkey Fingers rock formations and a viewpoint overlooking the valley. Dinner and overnight in a riad in Dades Valley.
- Day 3: Dades Valley ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Merzouga Desert ⇢ Luxury Desert Camp (5 Hours Drive)
After breakfast, visit Todra Gorges, a dramatic red cliff canyon carved by the Todra River, perfect for walking and photography. Continue through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, with free time for lunch along the way. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon, switch to camels, and trek across the dunes to watch the magical sunset. Reach your luxury desert camp, enjoy Berber drum music around the campfire, and sleep under a star-filled sky.
- Day 4: Merzouga Desert ⇢ Nomads ⇢ Khamlia Village ⇢ Merzouga Lake ⇢ Erg Chebbi ⇢ Palm Grove (2 Hours Drive)
Wake early to witness the sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4. Spend the day exploring the region: visit an ancient eyeliner mine, meet nomads in their woven tents over Berber tea, and experience traditional Gnaoua music and dance in Khamlia Village. Take a stroll through a desert palm grove and visit the wild Merzouga Lake, also known as Flamingos Lake. Dinner and overnight in a hotel.
- Day 5: Merzouga ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Midelt ⇢ Cedar Forest ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Fes (7 Hours Drive)
Leave the desert and visit Rissani, the historic capital of Tafilalet, exploring its lively souk. Stop in Erfoud to see fossilized marble workshops. Drive along the Ziz Valley, with a panoramic stop, then have lunch in Midelt. Continue to the Cedar Forest, home to Barbary macaques you can feed. Visit Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco for its alpine-style houses and cool climate. Arrive in Fes and transfer to your riad.
- Day 6: Fes ⇢ Guided Sightseeing (30 min Drive / 3–4 Hours Walking Tour)
Explore Fes with a private guide. Start with a driving tour including the Royal Palace Gate, the historic Mellah (Jewish Quarter), and Borj Sud fortress for panoramic views. Visit the Ceramic Village & School to observe traditional craftsmanship. Continue with a walking tour of the Fes Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visiting Al Attarine Madrasa, Al Quaraouiyine University and Mosque, and the colorful Chouara Tanneries. Return to your riad for relaxation.
- Day 7: Fes ⇢ Meknes ⇢ Volubilis Ruins ⇢ Chefchaouen (4 Hours Drive)
Drive to Meknes, exploring its highlights including Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani, the Royal Stables, granary, and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. After lunch, visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO site with well-preserved mosaics and ancient architecture. Continue north through Ouazzane to Chefchaouen, the Blue City in the Rif Mountains, famous for its striking blue-painted streets and charming medina. Overnight in a hotel.
- Day 8: Chefchaouen ⇢ Tangier Airport (2 Hours Drive)
After breakfast, enjoy free time to explore the alleys and squares of Chefchaouen. Drive through the scenic Rif Mountains to Tangier Airport for your departure. End of the 8-day Morocco desert tour.
- Includes & Not Includes
- INCLUDES
- Private 4×4 or Minivan transportation with A/C and fuel included
- Experienced English-speaking driver
- Knowledgeable local guide in Fes
- Accommodation in top-rated hotels and riads
- Overnight stay in a luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
- Camel ride per person (optional 4WD transfer available)
- Sandboarding at the desert camp
- Desert excursion in a 4×4
- Pickup from any location in Marrakech
- Drop-off at Tangier airport, port, or your accommodation
- Four dinners included: in Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Merzouga Riad, and desert camp
- Daily breakfast included
- NOT INCLUDES
- Lunches and some dinners
- Entrance fees to monuments
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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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