Discover Morocco on a private 7-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech through Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara Desert and the High Atlas Mountains. Explore historic cities, ride camels across the Erg Chebbi dunes, spend a night in a desert camp and visit Todra Gorge, the Dades Valley and Ait Ben Haddou before arriving in Marrakech.
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This private 7-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert gives you more time to experience northern Morocco, the imperial cities and the landscapes of the south without rushing every stop.
The journey begins in Tangier and continues to Chefchaouen, where you can explore the blue-painted medina and enjoy the atmosphere of the Rif Mountains. From there, travel through Volubilis and Meknes before reaching Fes, where you will have time to discover the old medina, traditional workshops and important cultural sites.
After Fes, cross the Middle Atlas Mountains through Ifrane, the cedar forest, Midelt and the Ziz Valley on the way to Merzouga. Your time in the Sahara includes a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, sunset views, a night in a desert camp and an additional day to experience more of the Merzouga area.
The route then continues through Rissani, Todra Gorge and Dades Valley before passing the Rose Valley, Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou. On the final day, cross the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech.
Because the tour is private, you will travel with your own driver, enjoy flexible stops and follow a comfortable pace based on your group and the daily schedule.
Prices vary depending on group size, travel dates, season, and accommodation category. This is a private tour, and the per-person price decreases as more travelers share the vehicle.
The price includes private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, a professional driver, pickup in Tangier, drop-off in Marrakech, 6 nights of accommodation, daily breakfasts, selected dinners, a guided tour of Fes, a sunset camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, and two nights in the Merzouga area, including one night in a Sahara desert camp.
Lunches, drinks, entrance fees, tips, local guides outside Fes, quad biking, buggy tours, luxury accommodation upgrades, private 4×4 transfers, and other optional activities are not included unless confirmed in your quotation.
Prices are indicative and may change during peak travel periods, public holidays, and special events. Contact us with your travel dates, group size, and accommodation preferences to receive an exact quotation.
Your journey begins with pickup from your accommodation, Tangier Airport or the port. Depending on your arrival time, you can visit Cap Spartel and the Hercules Caves before leaving Tangier.
From there, travel through the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen. The road offers views of green hills, small villages and the changing landscapes of northern Morocco.
After arriving in Chefchaouen, check into your riad and enjoy free time to explore the Blue City. Walk through the painted streets of the medina, visit Plaza Uta el-Hammam and browse the small shops selling local crafts.
You may also walk to the Spanish Mosque in the late afternoon for a panoramic view over the town and surrounding mountains.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Chefchaouen
Meals included: Breakfast the following morning
After breakfast, leave Chefchaouen and continue south toward Volubilis, one of Morocco’s most important Roman archaeological sites.
Take time to walk among the ancient columns, stone arches and preserved mosaics. A local guide can be arranged for travelers who would like a more detailed explanation of the site’s history.
Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities. Depending on the available time, you can visit El Hedim Square, Bab Mansour and parts of the historic medina.
Later in the afternoon, travel to Fes. After arrival, check into your traditional riad and enjoy a relaxed evening before the guided city visit the following day.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Fes
Meals included: Breakfast
After breakfast, meet your local guide and begin exploring Fes, Morocco’s cultural and spiritual capital.
The visit focuses on Fes el-Bali, the old medina and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its narrow streets are filled with traditional workshops, markets, historic schools and places of worship.
During the tour, you may visit or see landmarks such as Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin, the Nejjarine Fountain and the Chouara Tannery. You will also pass through artisan areas where craftspeople continue to work with leather, wood, metal and ceramics.
Depending on the program, the visit may also include panoramic viewpoints, the Royal Palace gates and the pottery district outside the medina.
After the guided tour, return to your riad or enjoy additional free time in the city.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Fes
Meals included: Breakfast
After an early breakfast, continue your 7-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert with a journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains.
The first stop is Ifrane, a mountain town known for its alpine-style buildings, clean streets and cooler climate. Continue to the cedar forest near Azrou, where you may see Barbary macaques living among the trees. Please observe the animals respectfully and avoid feeding them.
Travel through mountain scenery and small towns before reaching Midelt, where you can stop for lunch.
In the afternoon, cross the Tizi n’Talghomt Pass and continue through the Ziz Valley. A panoramic stop gives you a view over the palm groves, villages and rocky landscapes below.
By late afternoon, arrive in Merzouga at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Meet your camel caravan and ride across the sand while watching the sunset.
At the desert camp, enjoy dinner and traditional Berber music around the fire, weather permitting.
Overnight: Desert camp in Merzouga
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4, depending on your confirmed arrangement.
Today gives you more time to discover the area surrounding Erg Chebbi. Travel by 4×4 through desert landscapes and visit local nomad families to learn about their way of life.
Continue to Khamlia, a village known for its Gnawa musical traditions. Enjoy a live performance and learn more about the cultural history of the community.
The day may also include stops at seasonal desert lakes, fossil areas, small oases and former mining villages, depending on local conditions and the chosen route.
In the afternoon, return to your accommodation near the dunes. You can relax or choose an optional activity such as quad biking, buggy driving or sandboarding.
Overnight: Hotel or riad near the Erg Chebbi dunes
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
After breakfast, leave Merzouga and travel to Rissani, a historic town that once played an important role in the caravan trade.
When the traditional market is open, you can stop to see local produce, spices, animals and everyday life in the region. Rissani is also known for its traditional medfouna, sometimes called Berber pizza.
Continue through desert towns and changing landscapes toward Tinghir and Todra Gorge.
At the gorge, take a short walk between the high canyon walls and enjoy time for photographs beside the river. The area is popular with walkers and climbers and is one of southern Morocco’s most impressive natural sites.
After lunch, continue toward Dades Valley along a road lined with kasbahs, villages and unusual rock formations.
Arrive at your accommodation in the late afternoon and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Hotel, riad or guesthouse in Dades Valley
Meals included: Breakfast and dinner
After breakfast, leave Dades Valley and travel through the Rose Valley, an area known for its villages and seasonal rose harvest.
Continue through Skoura and toward Ouarzazate, often described as the gateway to the Sahara. Optional visits to the film studios or Taourirt Kasbah can be arranged when time allows.
The journey continues to Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the ksar and see its traditional earthen buildings, narrow passages and hillside views.
After lunch, cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. There will be opportunities to stop for mountain views and photographs along the way.
Arrival in Marrakech is expected in the late afternoon or evening. Your driver will drop you off at your accommodation or another agreed location in the city.
Your 7-day Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech ends after a journey through northern Morocco, the imperial cities, the Sahara Desert, southern valleys and the Atlas Mountains.
End of the tour in Marrakech.
Tangier → Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → Merzouga Desert → Rissani → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → High Atlas Mountains → Marrakech
The distances and driving times listed in this itinerary are approximate and refer mainly to time spent on the road. They do not include stops for lunch, photographs, panoramic viewpoints, guided visits, refreshments, or short walks.
Travel times may change depending on traffic, weather, road conditions, and the pace of your group. Day 4 from Fes to Merzouga and Day 7 from Dades Valley to Marrakech are the longest driving days.
Because this is a private tour, you can stop for breaks and photographs whenever the schedule allows. Your driver may also adjust departure times or the order of certain stops to keep the journey comfortable while preserving the main experiences in the itinerary.
This private 7-day tour includes six nights of accommodation in selected riads, hotels and a Sahara desert camp. The final properties depend on availability and the accommodation category confirmed in your quotation.
Stay in a traditional riad or comfortable hotel such as Dar Echchaouen Maison d’Hôtes & Riad, Riad Cherifa Hôtel, Casa Perleta or a similar property.
Included meal: Breakfast
Spend two nights in a traditional riad or comfortable hotel such as Riad Louna, Riad Al Makan, Riad Sayeda Al Hora or a similar property.
The two-night stay gives you time to relax after arriving from Chefchaouen and enjoy a guided tour of Fes the following day.
Included meals: Breakfast each morning
Spend the night beside the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga Glamping with AC, Merzouga Dunes Luxury Camp, La Caravane Luxury Camp or a similar desert camp.
Your stay includes a private tent, dinner and breakfast. Depending on the selected category, the tent may also include a private bathroom, hot shower and air conditioning.
Included meals: Dinner and breakfast
After exploring the desert region, stay in a hotel or riad near the Erg Chebbi dunes, such as Riad Merzouga Dunes, Dar Morocco, Chez Tonton or a similar property.
Included meals: Dinner and breakfast
Stay at Riad Gabsi Du Dades, Ksar Sultan Dades, Hôtel Babylon Dadès, Grand Canyon Lodge Dades or a similar hotel or guesthouse.
Included meals: Dinner and breakfast
Standard and upgraded accommodation options are available. Double, twin, triple and family rooms can be arranged, subject to availability. Please inform us in advance about dietary requirements, accessibility needs or preferred room arrangements.
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This is a fully private tour, so you will travel only with the people in your group in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with your own professional driver.
Along the route, you can stop for photographs, panoramic viewpoints, refreshments, lunch, and short visits whenever the daily schedule allows. Departure times can also be adjusted to suit your group, especially on the days spent exploring Fes and Merzouga.
Because some parts of the journey involve long driving distances, major route changes may require additional time or cost. Please share any special requests before booking so they can be included in your itinerary and quotation.
The best times to travel are spring, from March to May, and autumn, from September to November. During these months, temperatures are usually comfortable for exploring Chefchaouen and Fes, crossing the mountains, walking through Todra Gorge, and enjoying camel trekking in Merzouga.
Winter, from December to February, is also a good option. Daytime weather is often pleasant, but mornings, evenings, and nights in the Middle Atlas, High Atlas, and Sahara can be cold. Warm layers are recommended.
The tour is available in summer, from June to August, although temperatures in Merzouga and southern Morocco can be very high. During hotter months, departure times and outdoor activities may be adjusted, with the camel trek scheduled closer to sunset.
Weather can vary considerably between Tangier, the mountain regions, and the Sahara. Your driver may make small timing adjustments to keep the journey comfortable and safe.
Your main luggage can remain in the vehicle while you take a smaller bag to the desert camp. During winter, bring extra warm layers because nights in Merzouga and the mountain regions can be cold.
To request this private tour, send us your travel dates, group size, pickup location and preferred accommodation category through the contact form.
We will confirm availability and send you the final itinerary, accommodation details and total price before asking for payment. Submitting an enquiry does not require immediate payment.
To secure your reservation, a deposit of €100–€200 is required. The exact amount will be clearly stated in your final quotation and depends on the total booking value and services selected.
The deposit can be paid securely through PayPal. The remaining balance is normally paid in cash directly to your driver at the beginning of the tour.
Card payment may also be arranged. A 5% processing fee applies to payments made by card.
Your booking is considered fully confirmed once the deposit has been received and we have sent you written confirmation with the final itinerary, accommodation details and payment summary.
Free cancellation is available up to 20 days before the tour date. For cancellations made 10 to 20 days before departure, 50% of the deposit can be refunded. Cancellations made less than 10 days before the tour are non-refundable.
Date changes are possible depending on availability, and we always try to be flexible when travel plans change.
Looking for a shorter journey or more time to explore? These private tours from Tangier offer different routes and travel speeds to suit your schedule.
A faster journey through Chefchaouen, Fes, the Merzouga Desert, Todra Gorge, Dades Valley and the High Atlas Mountains before ending in Marrakech.
A well-balanced itinerary featuring Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, camel trekking in Erg Chebbi, a Sahara desert camp, Dades Valley and Ait Ben Haddou.
A more complete journey with additional time in northern Morocco, the imperial cities, the Sahara Desert, scenic valleys, ancient kasbahs and Marrakech.
Each tour is private and can be adjusted according to your travel dates, group size and preferred accommodation category.
