7-Days Sahara Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
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7 Days Sahara desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech
7-Days trip from Tangier to Marrakech
Best tour from Tangier to Marrakech desert Tour.
Embark on this private tour of a 7-day Moroccan journey from Tangier to Marrakech, starting in Tangier in the north of Morocco and heading south to the blue city of Chefchaouen with blue street ,the imperial city of Fes ,Atlas Mountains, camel trekking in Erg Chebbi dunes, Todgha Gorges, visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah the UNESCO listed sites and ends the trip in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
During this 7 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech you will visit the best of Morocco from imperial cities to the blue city in the north;the ancient medinas of Fes, the Atlas Mountains,camel treks, and Dades gorges,comfortable accommodations in riads and camps, with good expert guides,this adventures offers an unforgettable taste of Morocco.
This 7 day morocco itinerary Tangier to Marrakech starts in Tangier the city is a Moroccan port on the Strait of Gibraltar, has been a strategic gateway between Africa and Europe since Phoenician times. from there you will drive to Chefchaouen the blue pearl walls stationed in the Rif Mountain. In addition, the tour takes visitors to Volubilis the archeological site of ancient Roman Empire and Fes one of the world’s oldest medina cities. Also, you will experience the camel ride in the sahara desert with overnight stay in an authentic desert camp, hiking in the impressive todgha gorges and the road of thousand Kasbahs before proceeding to Marrakech the red and the vibrant city through the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou and the Atlas Mountains.
This 7 days trip from Tangier to Marrakech can aslo start from Marrakech and ends in Tangier, Casablanca or any other city you want.
We also invite you to take a look at our 11-days Morocco tour from Tangier & 4-days Morocco tour from Spain.
7-Days Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech Detailed Itinerary
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Tour from Tangier to Marrakech Itinerary
Day1: Tangier - Chefchaouen
Your 7 days journey from Tangier to Marrakech start morning from your Accommodation in Tangier or from the airport heading south to the blue-city of Chefchaouen crossing the spectacular Rif Mountains.Once we arrive in Chefchaouen, you will spend the rest of the day exploring this charming city. Visit the Kasbah that goes back to the 15th century including its museum. Meander around the beautiful streets that are painted in blue & white. Enjoy the panoramic view by the Ras el-Ma and the Utta el-Hammam Square where you can walk and discover this beautiful city Overnight at riad -hotel.
- Overnight accommodation in Riad Hicham, Riad Assilah, or similar including bed & breakfast.
Day2: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
Today, you will head to Fes through the Rif Mountains and Ouazzane to reach the Roman Ruins of Volubilis where you can learn about the Roman Civilization and its architecture in the north of Africa. Continue on the track to Meknes, which is a beautiful city that has a rich history going back to the 17th century when the late Alaouite Sultan Moulay Ismail decided to turn into the Moroccan Versailles.
We will stop in the impressive Mansour Gate for a picture then drive to visit Moulay Ismail Mausoleum and after lunch we will drive through the high-walls of the Royal Palace taking us to the Royal Granaries & Stables. You will learn how the Sultan used to look after his 12.000 horses along with they used to store grains then drive to Fes Overnight in Riad -hotel.
- Overnight accommodation in Riad Fes Yamanda, or similar including bed & breakfast.
Day3: Explore Fes
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad in Fes, you will spend the first half-day exploring the best of this mysterious city with a local tour guide. we will drive to the golden gates of the Royal Palace, then stretch your legs in the Mellah (former Jewish Quarter) where you can learn about how the Jews used to live in a peaceful coexistence with Muslims after that we will drive to a nice panoramic view uphill where you can take nice shots of the Fes el-Bali (Oldest Fes) that goes back to the 7th century. It is the largest car-free district in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so get ready to be taken back to Medieval Times. then we will visit the mosaic school where they learn how to make tiles and hand craft. now it is the time to walk to get into the heart of the oldest Fes with its countless labyrinthine alleyways that are shrouded in mystery. You will be meandering around its intricate alleyways while passing-by the Koranic Schools including the Qarawiyyin University, which is the oldest university in the world. Museums, Funduks along with the popular Chouara Tanneries where you can learn about how the best quality of leather is being made using traditional methods and after the tour we will drive you back to your riad to relax.
- Overnight accommodation in Riad Fes Yamanda, or similar including bed & breakfast.
Day5: Fes - Ifrane - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Desert
After having breakfast in your hotel-Riad, we head South for the Sahara Desert via the Middle Atlas known for the UNESCO preserved cedar forest. A short break will be at the beautiful and clean town of Ifrane, continue to Midelt where we will have lunch before we cross the High Atlas Mountains, Ziz Gorge and a nice stop for photographing the panoramic view of the palm valley of Ziz. We resume our journey through Erfoud the fossil city and after some time we reach the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi where we will be ready to go on a camel trek experience to the desert camp that is located in the heart of the Sahara Desert. You will be amazed by the prevalent silence while enjoying the ocean of the dunes. Spend the night in an authentic desert camp.
- Overnight accommodation in a luxury desert camp including dinner & breakfast.
Day6: Merzouga Desert - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
Wake up early in the morning to attend the panoramic view of the sunrise over the sand dunes and after breakfast getting back by camels to meet your driver guide heading east through Jorf, Tinjdad, and Todra Gorges. The impressive Gorges or Canyons are very spectacular and have been popular attractions to both the locals and tourists seeking fresh and cool air or mountain climbing. After lunch, we will resume our journey to the valley of Dades crossing the administrative city of Tinghir. Dinner and breakfast will be served at the hotel.
- Overnight accommodation in Riad Tazawa, Riad Babylon, or similar including dinner & breakfast.
Day7: Dades Valley - Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech
Today, we will drive through the famous road of one thousand Kasbahs including a short pause at the Valley of Roses known for its annual festival of roses. We will resume our journey to the Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) famous for its Atlas Atlas Film Studios where many Hollywood Movies were shot such as Cleopatra, the Kingdom of Heaven and many others. Then, to the Ait Benhaddou the Unesco site built over a hill to stand as a watchful eye for the caravans traversing the Sahara from the High Atlas Mountains. Drive to Marrakech over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m) that we will reach in the late afternoon where our our 7 days private tour from Tangier to Marrakech ends.
Included
- 4WD, Minivan or Minibus for transportation including fuel
- Pick up from accommodation
- English speaking driver
- 5 Nights accommodation as illustrated on the above itinerary
- Overnight accommodation in a luxury desert camp including dinner & breakfast
- Unique experiences
Not Included
- Lunches on the way
- Drinks including water
- Admission fee to sites if any
- Extras
Cost of 7-Days Desert Tour from Tangier:
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A 7-day Sahara desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech offers a perfect opportunity to explore the diverse beauty of northern,The blue city of Chefchauen, The old Roman Ruins of Volubils,The old Medina of Fes with its history, Atlas mountains, Gorges, Kasbahs.
Tangier to Marrakech 7 days tour can be very enjoyable and comfortable for couples, friends, solo travels, older travelers, especially with the right pacing and accommodations.
if this 7 days from Tangier doest suits what you are looking for contact us to send you other itinerary that suits your time in Morocco.
To book this 7 days itinerary from Tangier we required a deposit via paypal & the rest will beach when you are here in Morocco.
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I and my wife have just back from amazing trip with Over Morocco. Barek was our driver guide. He is a very knowledgable gentle Man. Friendly and helpful. He showed us all his country with its beautiful traditions and culture. We hope to go back soon to Morocco .
Very recommended company.
