Overview of 7-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech via Sahara Desert
Join our team on this private 7-day trip from Tangier to Marrakech via desert and explore the top Morocco destinations. Including the charming blue city of Chefchaouen, Sahara Desert of Merzouga, the two imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes.
This 7-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech, is meant for travelers who are looking to learn about the rich Moroccan culture and experience a camel trekking overnight in Erg Chebbi Sahara desert luxury camp.
Moreover, this interesting seven days desert trip from Tangier, will allow you to drive through the majestic Atlas Mountains, and historical Kasbahs, such as Ait Ben Haddou and Amridil Kasbah.
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Tangier to Marrakech tour Highlights:
- Visit the lovely city of Tetouan
- Drive via the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n Tichka Pass.
- Wander through the charming town of Chefchaouen.
- Explore the historical and imperial city of Fes with a local Guide.
- Explore Dades Valley and Todra Gorges.
- Admire a memorable sunset and sunrise in the Sahara desert.
- Sabdboarding in Rrg Chebbi.
- Spend an unforgettable night in a Luxury Sahara desert camping.
- Meet with local Nomads and learn about their culture and traditions.
- Drive through the Valley of Roses and Skoura.
- Unveil the secrets of Volubilis and its Roman Ruins.
- Visit the unesco heritage Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
Tangier to Marrakech 7 Days Morocco Tour Itinerary:
This 7 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech, begins with the colorful, historic coastal city of Tangier. You'll be met and then drive via rolling hills and picturesque landscapes until you reach Chefchaouen, otherwise known as the breathtaking "Blue City."
Chefchaouen is set amidst the Rif Mountains, colored with blue on all external buildings and narrow, winding streets. Take the day and explore this quiet town. Take a walk around the medina, Outa el-Hammam Square, and the Kasbah: this is what photographers love because most of the buildings in it are adorned with the color blue. Alternatively, take a leisurely tea in one of the many cafes lining the square and enjoy the laid-back feel of the place. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Have breakfast and leave Chefchaouen to head south to Fes. This would include a stop in the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Fascinating ruins, Roman columns, mosaics, including the grand archway, abound. This is a look into Morocco's ancient history and culture.
From there drive into Fes for a late afternoon/evening arrival. Fes is one of the oldest cities in Morocco and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its medina. Time will be provided to check into the hotel, retiring to your rooms for tonight and a good night's sleep in preparation for a full day of exploration tomorrow. Overnight: Fes
In this tour, explore the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco: Fes. The labyrinthine alleys of the Fes el-Bali medina are filled to the brim with lively markets, ancient mosques, and secret treasures to uncover. The following are some of the sights:
- Al-Qarawiyyin University: Among the oldest universities in the world.
- Bou Inania Madrasa: Probably the best example of traditional Moroccan architecture.
- Fes Tannery: a chance to see the traditional processes of leather dyeing in huge vats.
- Al-Attarine Madrasa: another spectacular Islamic architectural site. You will also have time to visit the Royal Palace, the Jnan Sbil Gardens and to go souvenir hunting in the souks. Accommodation overnight Fes
A tour to a small village, Merzouga lying on the fringes of the Sahara Desert, is scheduled for the fourth day. Driving through the lovely Middle Atlas Mountains, several charming Berber villages, vast plains, and beautiful mountain landscape comprises part of the tour.
You would consequently arrive at Merzouga and check into a decent hotel. You would rest up at this hotel in the serene desert atmosphere.
You might make a small walk around the place depending on the time of your arrival and have lunch locally, which would prepare you for the following day in the adventure of deserts. Overnight: Merzouga Hotel.
Having had your breakfast, the fun day will start with a 4x4 drive. Drive off-road to see extraordinary landscapes in the desert: Rocky hills, small Berber villages, open wide spaces-so easy to take up your camera and click away for photos looking at the scenery in the desert.
Right after lunch, you will get on a camel and start a camel safari right into the heart of the Sahara Desert. In fact, your camels will take you across the dunes of Erg Chebbi, also extremely famous for its high dunes of golden-colored sand. It is quite a smooth ride and provides one with sufficient time to relax and enjoy beautiful views in the desert.
You will be taken to a desert camp amidst the dunes where you could have some time to rest. That would place you right at the most ideal spot for sunset on the desert-moments which you shall never forget.
Here, you leave for dinner-a typical Moroccan tagine and couscous-prepared in a Berber fashion over the campfire. Later in the night, soft playing Berber music across the star-filled sky is simply magical.
Overnight: You will be transferred to a desert camp right in the middle of sand dunes and quiet desert.
Get up in good time to catch this breathtaking view of the sunrise above the dunes, which would carve its niche in your heart forever. Immediately after the sun rises, head back by camelback to Merzouga to freshen up and have breakfast.
It then begins the trek to the Dades Valley through beautiful oases, canyons in rock, and villages far removed from this modern world. The drive views vast panoramas of the High Atlas Mountains and the scenery of the valley. Upon arrival in the valley, check into the hotel, followed by some leisure time. Overnight in Dades Valley
On the last day of our 7 day Morocco tour from Tangier, you will head to Marrakech via one of the magnificent passes of the Atlas Mountains-the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. A range of beautiful mountains and valleys will form a panoramic view with an inconspicuous backdrop of the land. You shall stop at regular intervals and take snaps.
You will reach Marrakech in the afternoon, and then take an introductory tour of the teeming market and place of entertainment-Jemaa el-Fnaa square-ready for street entertainments, trying local food, and souvenir shopping. It is here that this unforgettable Moroccan journey will find its end.
7 Days Tour From Tangier Cost
The Price of the 7 day trip from Tangier to Marrakech Includes:
- Pick up & drop at your hotel or Airport.
- Private vehicle with A/C (SUV, 4WD, or minivan).
- English-speaking driver/Guide during the trip.
- Camel ride experience (Camel per person)
- Camel trek at Sunset and sunrise.
- Desert luxury Camp Overnight stay, dinner & breakfast included.
- 6 Nights Accommodations, dinner & breakfast included.
- Free time to explore historical and architectural sites like The Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, Cinema Studios, Taourirt Kasbah, etc.
- Visit all interesting sites and attractions all along the trip.
- Visit the imperial city of Fes with a local guide.
- Sandboarding in Erg Chebbi.
The Price of the 7 days tour Excludes:
- Lunches..
- Drinks and beverages.
- Monuments’ entrance fees.
- Flight Tickets.
Important Information about our 7-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech:
- In Tour Desert Morocco Agency, we offer both medium – Standard and luxury 7 days Morocco trip from Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara desert. You just decide
- Most of our 7-day Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech, are private. To learn about the deep Moroccan culture and have enough time in each place you go. We advise you to book a private tour. (just read why taking a private tour is advisable than a Shared Morocco Group Tour).
- Do not hesitate to ask your expert tour guide if you want to stay longer in some place or skip some spots.
- The best way to reach the camp is with a camel ride. But in case you are not interested in riding a camel, a 4WD car is available with no extra fees.
Tangier to Marrakech Tour FAQs
The price of our private 7 days Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech depends on the number of travelers, season, and type of the desert camp (standard or luxury).
Private tents are guaranteed no matter what type of camp you choose, standard or luxury Merzouga desert camp.
Standard Desert Camps of Merzouga:
The standard Merzouga desert camps are directed for travelers who don’t need the level of luxury provided in our Morocco luxury desert camps. Tents are comfortable and clean. However, toilets are shared and are located outside your tent.
Luxury Desert Camps of Merzouga:
Luxury desert camps offer more privacy with their private toilets and bathrooms. You can also find electricity outlets inside your tent.
- A windbreaker or light jacket during cold nights.
- Comfortable jeans or other pants to protect yourself from the camel’s rough fur.
- Appropriate shoes (sneakers, hiking boots, or sports sandals).
- A headscarf or hat to block the sun and dust.
- Loose clothes and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
- A camera to bring home your wonderful desert memories.
The camel ride takes roughly 1 H/30Min in the afternoon and about 60 minutes in the morning.
Obviously you can rent quads in Merzouga because you can find many quad, buggies,… operators there. You can also have your desert guide for a better ad enjoyable experience. The payment is made directly to the quad operator and prices starts from 50 Euros per hour.
In the highest seasons from October to May, it is highlly recommended to book this 7 days desert tour from Tangier, as soon as you can. Because many hotels and desert camps are busy in this period.
