10 days · 9 nights
Private tours from Tangier
8-Day Tangier to Marrakech Tour
From the port of Tangier to Marrakech in eight days — Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, a guided day in Fes, a night in the Merzouga dunes, the Todra and Dades gorges, Ait Benhaddou and a guided tour of Marrakech.
- Duration
- 8 days · 7 nights
- Departure
- Tangier
- Destination
- Imperial cities and the Sahara
- Ends in
- Marrakech
Overview
This eight-day itinerary is a natural choice for travellers arriving by ferry from Spain: it starts at the port of Tangier and ends at Marrakech airport, crossing the whole country on the way.
The route includes a night in Chefchaouen, Volubilis and Meknes, a guided day in Fes, a night in a desert camp in the Merzouga dunes, the Todra Gorge and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. A final full day in Marrakech lets you see the city’s palaces, gardens and souks before you fly home.
Route
- Tangier
- Chefchaouen
- Volubilis
- Meknes
- Fes
- Merzouga
- Todra Gorge
- Dades Valley
- Ait Benhaddou
- Marrakech
Highlights
- The Rif Mountains and a night in Chefchaouen
- Volubilis and the walls and gates of Meknes
- Guided day in Fes, with a tile cooperative and medina panorama
- Camel ride, sandboarding and a night in a desert camp
- Todra Gorge and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
- Ait Benhaddou and a guided tour of Marrakech
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Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Tangier port – Chefchaouen
We pick you up from the port and cross the Rif Mountains via Tetouan, through dramatic landscapes, to Chefchaouen. Beneath the peaks of the Rif, this blue-washed town has a medina of Moroccan and Andalusian influence, with red-tiled roofs and narrow lanes leading to the Plaza Uta el-Hammam and its restored kasbah. Overnight in accommodation with a panoramic view.
- Overnight:
- Accommodation in Chefchaouen
Day 2
Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
After breakfast, head towards Volubilis via Ouezzane and Rif villages to explore the Roman ruins and learn about this important archaeological site. In Meknes, stop for lunch, walk along the great walls of the medina to Bab Mansour and visit the shrine of Moulay Ismail, then drive on to Fes.
- Overnight:
- Riad in Fes
Day 3
Fes – guided tour
Explore the oldest of Morocco's imperial cities on foot — the Royal Palace gate and the Mellah, Al Quaraouiyine, the tanneries, the Attarine Madrasa and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, visit a tile cooperative and enjoy a panoramic view over the whole medina.
- Overnight:
- Riad in Fes
Day 4
Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga
Travel south through the Tizi n'Talghemt pass and the Ziz Gorge, noticing how the scenery changes as you approach Errachidia, where you stop for lunch. Follow the Ziz Valley via Erfoud and Rissani to Merzouga, where you are welcomed with mint tea before your camel ride to the desert camp for Berber music, sandboarding and the night.
- Overnight:
- Desert camp, Erg Chebbi
Day 5
Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Rise early for sunrise over the dunes, then ride back by camel to the hotel for breakfast and a shower. Drive through the Saghro mountains, take a short walk through the Todra Gorge and continue to the Dades Valley for dinner and the night.
- Overnight:
- Hotel in the Dades Valley
Day 6
Dades Valley – Valley of Roses – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Travel the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Kelaat M'Gouna and the Valley of Roses to Ouarzazate, with many opportunities for photographs, then visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cross the High Atlas, with panoramic views and Berber villages along the way, to Marrakech.
- Overnight:
- Riad in Marrakech
Day 7
Marrakech sightseeing
Explore the "Red City" — the Majorelle Garden, the Koutoubia, the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace. After lunch near the main square, walk through the souks and their handicrafts, then enjoy free time in the afternoon.
- Overnight:
- Riad in Marrakech
Day 8
Transfer to Marrakech airport
After breakfast we transfer you to the airport.
What's included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation or the airport
- Private transport in an air-conditioned 4×4, including fuel
- English-speaking driver
- Local guides in Volubilis, Fes and Marrakech
- 6 nights in hotels or riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
- Camel ride (one camel per person)
- Sandboards available at the camp
- Daily breakfasts
- 2 dinners (Merzouga and the Dades Valley)
- Stops at points of interest along the route
- Berber drumming evening at the camp
What's not included
- Flights
- Other dinners
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips
Accommodation
- Chefchaouen (1 night) · Fes (2) · Erg Chebbi desert camp (1) · Dades Valley (1) · Marrakech (2)
Practical information
- Tour type
- Private, one-way tour: starts in Tangier and ends in Marrakech
- Pick-up
- Tangier ferry port or your accommodation
- Guides
- Local guides in Volubilis, Fes and Marrakech
Frequently asked questions
Is this a private tour?
Yes. Our tours are private: you travel only with your own group, with a dedicated driver and vehicle. You will not be joined by other travellers.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts in Tangier, with pick-up from your accommodation or the airport, and finishes in Marrakech. If you would like to start or finish somewhere else, let us know — the starting and end points can be adapted.
How much does this tour cost?
The price depends on the number of travellers, your travel dates and your choice of accommodation. Send us your dates and group size by WhatsApp or email and we will reply with a personal quote.
Can the itinerary be changed?
Yes. Every itinerary can be adapted to your pace, interests and budget — you can add nights, skip stops or combine routes. Tell us what you have in mind when you enquire.
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