5.0 ★★★★★ 209 reviews
This 6-day Morocco tour starts in Marrakech and ends in Tangier. It takes you through some of the most beautiful places in the country, including the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Benhaddou, Dades Valley, the Sahara Desert, Fes, and the blue city of Chefchaouen.
You will cross mountain roads, visit old kasbahs, walk through dramatic gorges, and ride a camel in the golden dunes of Merzouga. You will also spend a night in a desert camp and explore the historic medina of Fes with a local guide.
This tour is a great choice for travelers who want to travel from south to north Morocco while seeing the desert, imperial cities, mountains, and blue streets of Chefchaouen.
We will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech in the morning to start your 6-day tour from Marrakech to Tangier.
First, we will drive through the High Atlas Mountains and cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest road pass in Morocco at about 2,260 meters. Along the way, we will stop to enjoy the mountain views, take photos, and see traditional Berber villages.
After that, we will visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful old villages in Morocco. This kasbah has been used as a filming location for many famous movies and series.
Then, we will continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco.” You can see the Atlas Film Studios from outside or visit them if you are interested.
In the afternoon, we will drive through Skoura and the Valley of Roses before reaching the Dades Valley. When we arrive, you will check into your hotel and relax for the evening.
After breakfast, we will leave Dades Valley and continue toward the Sahara Desert.
On the way, we will stop at the Todra Gorges, one of the most impressive canyons in Morocco. You will have time to walk between the high rock walls and enjoy the views of the river and palm trees.
After that, we will continue through small towns and desert landscapes until we reach Merzouga, the village located near the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
When we arrive, your camel ride will be ready to take you on the dunes to the desert camp. When you arrive, you will check in before you climb up the sand to watch the sunset.
At night, you will stay in a desert camp, enjoy dinner, listen to Berber music around the campfire, and sleep in a private tent.
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. It is one of the most beautiful moments of the desert experience. After breakfast, we will leave Merzouga and start the long journey to Fes.
First, we will pass through Erfoud, a town known for fossils and date fruits. Then, we will drive through the Ziz Valley, famous for its long palm groves and beautiful viewpoints. We will stop there so you can take photos and enjoy the scenery.
After that, we will continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains and pass by Midelt, a mountain town known for apples.
Later, we will stop in the cedar forest near Azrou, where you may see the Barbary macaques. You can take photos and enjoy a short break in the forest.
Before arriving in Fes, we will pass through Ifrane, a clean and quiet city known for its European-style streets and parks.
In the late afternoon or evening, we will arrive in Fes and drop you off at your riad.
After breakfast, you will explore Fes with a local guide. Fes is one of the oldest imperial cities in Morocco and is known for its history, culture, and traditional crafts.
The tour usually starts with a visit to the Royal Palace gate, famous for its beautiful golden doors. Then, you will walk through the old Jewish quarter, called the Mellah.
After that, you will enter the old medina through Bab Boujloud, the famous blue gate of Fes. Inside the medina, you will walk through narrow streets full of shops, local workshops, and traditional markets.
You will visit important historical places such as Al Karaouine University, one of the oldest universities in the world, and the Al Attarine Madrasa, a beautiful old Islamic school.
You will also visit the Chouara Tannery, where leather is still made in a traditional way, and you may visit pottery and ceramic workshops to see local artisans at work.
After the guided tour, we will take you back to your riad. The evening will be free to relax or enjoy the medina on your own.
After breakfast, we will leave Fes and drive toward Chefchaouen, the famous blue city of Morocco.
The road takes us through green hills, small villages, and the beautiful landscapes of northern Morocco. When we arrive in Chefchaouen, you will check into your riad and have free time to explore the medina.
Chefchaouen is known for its blue-painted streets, calm atmosphere, small shops, and mountain views. You can walk through the old town; visit Outa El Hammam Square; see the Kasbah from the outside or visit it; and enjoy the cafés around the main square.
You can also take a short walk to Ras El Maa or go up to the Spanish Mosque for a beautiful view of the blue city, especially at sunset.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
After breakfast at your hotel in Chefchaouen, we will drive toward Tangier. The road passes through the Rif Mountains and beautiful landscapes of northern Morocco.
When we arrive in Tangier, we will visit some of the city’s main attractions. First, we can visit Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea. Then, we will continue to Hercules Cave, one of the most famous natural sites near Tangier.
After that, you will visit the old medina of Tangier, the Kasbah area, and the Grand Socco, a lively square that connects the old city with the modern part of Tangier. You will have time to walk around, take photos, and enjoy the northern Moroccan atmosphere.
In the afternoon, our driver will take you to your hotel in Tangier. If you are leaving Morocco on the same day, we can drop you off at Tangier port or Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport.
This will be the end of your 6-day Morocco tour from Marrakech to Tangier.
Price Includes
Price Excludes
The price of the 6-day Morocco tour varies depending on the number of travelers, accommodation type, and travel season.
For 1 to 4 pax, we use an SUV, either a Land Cruiser, Toyota Prado, or s Mitsubishi sport. For 5 to 8 pax, we use a minivan. For more than that, we use a minibus.
Our 6-day Marrakech to Tangier desert tour is private.
You will have a private tent.
The camel ride over the dunes of Erg Chebbi is for about 40 minutes.
We recommend comfortable clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, a small backpack, and a jacket for the cool desert night.
Yes, our 6-day tour can start from different places like Casablanca, Fes, and Tangier. Please contact us for a different tour.
The camel ride is optional. We can arrange a 4×4 transfer to the camp for free, or a quad bike ride across the dunes for an extra charge.
