7 Days Desert Trip from Tangier to Marrakech Plan
7 Days Desert Trip from Tangier to Marrakech Itinerary:
Day 1: Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
- Start your journey with a visit to the Hercules Caves and Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean.
- Head towards Tetouan, known for its unique Andalusian influence, and stop to admireits beautiful waterfall.
- Continue to Chefchaouen, the "Blue Pearl" of Morocco, one of the most picturesque destinations in the country.
- Explore the medina, visit the Kasbah Museum, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Outa El-Hammam Square.
- Overnight stay in a riad or hotel in Chefchaouen.
Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
- Depart from Chefchaouen and stop at Volubilis, Morocco’s most famous Roman archaeological site, to admire its well-preserved mosaics and ruins.
- Continue to Meknes, where you’ll visit:
Bab Mansour, one of the grandest gates in Morocco.
Sahrij Souani, an ancient water reservoir.
Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, a historical landmark.
- Arrive in Fes and check into a riad or hotel for the night.
Day 3: Fes – Full-Day Guided Tour
- Explore Fes el-Bali, the largest medina in the world, filled with winding alleys and historical monuments.
- Visit the Royal Palace gates, Al Quaraouine University, the tanneries, and the Attarine Museum.
- Enjoy a panoramic view of Fes from Borj Nord and Borj Sud.
- Walk through Bab Boujloud, the iconic blue gate of Fes.
- Spend a second night in a riad or hotel in Fes.
Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga
- • Depart towards the Sahara Desert Merzouga via the Middle Atlas Mountains.
- Stop in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” for its alpine-style architecture.
- Visit Azrou’s cedar forests, home to wild Barbary macaques.
- Stop in Midelt for lunch before continuing through the scenic Ziz Valley.
- Arrive in Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops.
- Continue to Merzouga, where you’ll check into a local riad near the desert.
Day 5: Merzouga Desert Exploration
- Begin your day with a camel ride and an excursion into the Erg Chebbi dunes to watch the sunrise.
- Visit Khamlia, a village known for its Gnawa music and Saharan traditions.
- Explore the Mifis mines and meet local nomadic families living in the desert.
- Stop by a seasonal desert lake, depending on the time of year.
- Return to the hotel for a break before watching the sunset.
- Spend the night in Berber tents, enjoying a peaceful desert atmosphere.
Day 6: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
- Depart Merzouga and visit Rissani, a historic trading center with a bustling souk.
- Continue to Todra Gorge, a stunning canyon with towering rock formations.
- Take time for a short hike or to relax by the river.
- Arrive in Dades Valley, where you’ll spend the night in a traditional riad.
Day 7: Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
- Travel through the Valley of Roses and the 1000 Kasbahs Road, where you can explore cooperatives selling rose-based products.
- Visit Skoura, a palm oasis with ancient kasbahs.
- Stop in Ouarzazate, known for its film studios and desert landscapes.
- Explore the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous filming location for the TV show "Game of Thrones".
- Cross the Tizi n’Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying breathtaking scenery along the way.
- Arrive in Marrakech, where your tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel or riad.
Why Choose This Tour?
🟧 Explore Morocco from north to south, starting in Tangier and ending in Marrakech.
🟧 Visit famous imperial cities, including Fes and Meknes.
🟧 Experience the magic of the Sahara Desert Merzouga, with a camel ride and desert stay.
🟧 Discover UNESCO sites, including Ait Ben Haddou and Volubilis.
🟧 Enjoy diverse landscapes, from the Rif Mountains to the dunes of Merzouga.
