6 Days Desert Tour from Tangier: Your adventure starts with a convenient pick-up from your accommodation in Tangier. First, you’ll visit the enchanting blue city of Chefchaouen before heading to Fes, where a guided tour will take you through its ancient medina. From there, you’ll cross the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains, admiring breathtaking views, and arrive in Merzouga to experience the magic of the Sahara Desert—complete with camel treks and an unforgettable night under the stars in a desert camp.
Next, you’ll explore the dramatic rock formations of Dades and Todra Gorges, stop by Ouarzazate (known as Morocco’s Hollywood), and visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. The tour ends with a guided discovery of Marrakech’s famous sights, offering a rich mix of history, culture, and stunning landscapes.
Your journey begins with a pick-up in Tangier. Wind through the scenic Rif Mountains, passing Tetouan, before arriving in the enchanting blue city of Chefchaouen. Stroll its maze-like medina, browse artisan shops, and relax at a rooftop café overlooking the vibrant streets. After lunch, continue to Fes, where you’ll spend the night.
Dive into Morocco’s cultural heart with a full-day guided tour of Fes. Discover the ancient Al-Andalus Mosque, watch craftsmen at work in the legendary tanneries, and explore historic medersas (Islamic schools). Enjoy lunch in a restored palace before wandering the bustling souks, where the scent of spices fills the air.
After breakfast, journey south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane (Morocco’s “Little Switzerland”) and the Azrou Cedar Forest, home to playful Barbary macaques. As the terrain shifts to desert, pass through Ziz Valley’s palm oases before arriving in Merzouga. Here, a camel caravan awaits to take you across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes to a Berber desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner, drumming under the stars, and a night in a cozy nomad-style tent.
Wake early for a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, then return to your hotel by camel. After breakfast, drive through Tinghir to the dramatic Todra Gorges, where towering cliffs frame a winding river. Continue to the Dades Valley, known for its surreal rock formations, for dinner and an overnight stay.
Traverse the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs”, stopping in the fragrant Valley of Roses and the palm-lined Skoura Oasis. Visit Ouarzazate, Morocco’s film capital, and the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou—a backdrop for Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, arriving in Marrakech by evening.
Explore Marrakech’s iconic sights with a local guide: the Koutoubia Mosque, ornate Saadian Tombs, and the opulent Bahia Palace. Wander the Ben Youssef Medersa and the labyrinthine souks, then unwind in the lush Majorelle Gardens. Cap off your trip in Jemaa El Fna Square, where snake charmers, storytellers, and food stalls bring the city to life as the sun sets.
