8 Days From Marrakech to Tangier via Sahara Desert

This 8-day private guided tour from Marrakech to Tangier via the Sahara Desert offers an immersive Morocco travel experience, featuring guided tours, private vehicle transfers, and a camel ride in the Sahara Desert. Explore Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Erfoud, Chefchaouen, and Tangier. Highlights of this Marrakech Sahara tour include exploring Marrakech’s attractions, visiting the ancient Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, enjoying a desert experience Morocco with a camel ride over the Sahara dunes, witnessing a stunning sunrise, wandering through the blue-painted town of Chefchaouen, and visiting the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. This Morocco itinerary 8 days is perfect for experiencing the best of Morocco holidays. 8 Days From Marrakech to Tangier via Sahara Desert.

Brief Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

You will be welcomed at the airport in Marrakech, then we’ll transfer you to your riad, situated in the heart of the old medina. Overnight at the riad.

• Day 2: Exploring Marrakech with Local Guide

After breakfast in your riad, you will start exploring Marrakech, also known as “the Moroccan red city.” Our local tour guide will ensure that you discover the most important historical and cultural attractions, including the Saadian Tombs, El Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace, and Ben Youssef Coranic School. In the afternoon, you will continue to explore the Majorelle and Menara gardens, as well as the Koutoubia Tower. Overnight at the riad.

• Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley

After breakfast at the riad, we will drive to Dades Gorges, crossing the High Atlas Mountains and ‘Tizi N’tichka’ pass, the highest road pass in Morocco at 2260m altitude, with stops at various panoramic viewpoints for pictures. Then, visit the beautiful 16th-century Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-recognized site, where we will stay for lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, continue to Ouarzazate (known as ‘The African Hollywood’) to visit the Atlas Studios of cinema and Taourirt Kasbah. We will then move on to the Roses Valley and travel through the Way of 1000 Kasbahs. Overnight and dinner at Dades Valley, in the upper Gorges.

• Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Sahara Desert

After breakfast, we will drive to Todra Gorges (the Grand Moroccan Canyon), famous for rock climbing with its rock walls that rise to 300 meters in a narrow section. Here, you will have the chance to walk and experience the natural beauty of green agricultural lands and a wide river. We will continue to Erfoud, famous for its fossilized marbles, where you will have the opportunity to visit a workshop that produces marble fossils. We will arrive in Merzouga in the evening, where you will be welcomed with a cup of tea and provided with a room to prepare for an excellent night in the nomad desert camp. You will have about a 50-minute camel ride to cross the highest sand dunes in North Africa while enjoying the sunset. On arrival at the bivouac, you will have a private tent equipped with mattresses, blankets, cushions, and toilets. Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner, followed by traditional Berber music performed around the campfire under a starry sky.

• Day 5: Sahara Desert – Ziz Valley – Middle Atlas – Azrou – Ifrane – Fes

Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the view of the sunrise. After a hearty Moroccan breakfast and shower, we will leave for Ziz Valley, where we will stop for you to admire a wonderful panoramic view of the Ziz palm oasis and Ziz gorges. Lunch will be in Midelt, then we will continue to Azrou by crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains with its cedar forest, where we will find wild monkeys waiting for you to feed them. Before arriving in Fes, we will stop for a while to rest in Ifrane, a European-style town also called the ‘Switzerland of Morocco.’ In the evening, we will arrive in Fes, and you will stay overnight at the riad.

• Day 6: Exploring Fes with Local Guide

After breakfast in your riad, you will move to start exploring the Fes Medina (founded in the 8th century by Moulay Driss II) with a local tour guide. Among the interesting parts you will visit are the Royal Palace gate, the Jewish quarter (built in the 16th century and considered the first Mellah in Morocco), the world’s oldest university Al Qarawiyin, the Tanneries, and the Moulay Driss Mausoleum. We will also use a vehicle to enjoy the panoramic views upon the Medina. Overnight at the riad.

• Day 7: Fes – Rif Mountains – Chefchaouen

After breakfast, our driver will pick you up from your accommodation and drive to Chefchaouen (the blue city), one of Morocco’s popular tourist attractions situated in the Rif Mountains just south of the Mediterranean coastline in northwest Morocco. This charming blue city is known for its traditional buildings. Enjoy a walk to explore the white and blue-washed walls of the medina and the markets that offer some unique native handicrafts. Chefchaouen is a fantastic destination for photography with its wonderful views of the Rif Mountains. Overnight at the riad.

• Day 8: Chefchaouen – Transfer to Tangier Airport

After breakfast, we will pick you up from the riad to explore the charming city of Chefchaouen, known for its whitewashed walls and blue doors and windows. Unlike many parts of Morocco, this city was occupied by Spain, and the influence of Spanish civilization and architecture can be seen throughout. Then we will transfer you directly to Tangier, dropping you off at your hotel, airport, or port. End of our services.

Included

• Pick-up & Drop-off at your Hotel or Airport

• Transport in a private 4×4 or a minivan with A/C + Fuel

• English/Spanish-speaking driver

• Excellent hotels

• 1 Night in a Luxury Desert Camp with a private bathroom

• Camel ride in the Sahara Desert (1 camel per person)

• Meals: 2 dinners and 7 breakfasts

Excluded

• Lunches & drinks

• Flight tickets & visa

• Entrance fees to monuments

• Tips to guide and driver

Highlights of the 8-Day Tour from Marrakech to Tangier via the Sahara Desert

• Marrakech: Explore the vibrant city streets and historical landmarks.

• Atlas Mountains: Marvel at the stunning mountain scenery.

• Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou: Visit this ancient fortress and UNESCO World Heritage site.

• Sahara Desert & Camel Trekking: Ride camels through the Sahara for an authentic experience.

• Desert Camp: Spend a night under the stars in a luxury camp.

• Berber Villages: Visit charming villages and learn about Berber culture.

• Fes: Immerse yourself in the rich history and bustling medinas of this imperial city.

• Chefchaouen: Wander through the blue-hued streets of this picturesque town.

• Tangier: Discover the cultural blend of this historic city.

Please Note:

The 8-day private tour from Marrakech to Tangier via the Sahara Desert is a proposed Morocco itinerary and can be fully customized to suit your preferences. Whether you’re seeking a family holiday, a romantic getaway, or an adventurous Marrakech desert tour, we are here to create a bespoke travel package tailored to your needs. Our guided tours throughout Morocco include desert tours from Marrakech, Marrakech excursions, and Marrakech package holidays that ensure an exceptional Morocco travel experience. Whether you want to explore the best Marrakech attractions, indulge in a camel ride in the Sahara, or learn more from a Morocco travel guide, we are ready to craft the perfect journey for you.

Pricing is structured based on the number of participants; the larger the group, the lower the cost per person, as transportation costs are shared. The type of accommodation also affects the overall cost, giving you flexibility in creating the Morocco holiday package that best fits your budget. For a precise quotation and the ultimate guided tour experience, please get in touch with us.

Embark on this 8-day Marrakech Sahara tour and create lifelong memories with Morocco Travel 4×4, your trusted partner for private tours and desert experiences in Morocco.