DESRT TOURS
7-Day Morocco Adventure from Tangier to Marrakech
About this tour
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day journey from Tangier to Marrakech, exploring Morocco’s stunning landscapes, historic cities, and rich culture. From the blue streets of Chefchaouen to the golden Sahara dunes, this tour combines desert adventure, mountain scenery, imperial cities, and vibrant markets. Experience camel treks, desert camping, dramatic gorges, and traditional Moroccan hospitality for a journey that captures the essence of the country
Highlights
Wander the famous blue streets of Chefchaouen
Explore Roman ruins at Volubilis and imperial Meknes
Discover the medieval medina of Fes
Camel ride and overnight in the Sahara Desert
Walk through dramatic Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
Visit UNESCO-listed kasbahs and cross scenic High Atlas passes
Explore Marrakech’s lively medina, palaces, gardens, and souks
Itinerary
Day 1: Fes – Middle Atlas – Ziz Valley – Sahara Desert
After breakfast, head to Volubilis, Morocco’s ancient Roman city with well-preserved ruins. Continue to Meknes, a royal city full of historic gates, palaces, and lively squares. Admire its imperial architecture before arriving in Fes, one of Morocco’s most iconic cultural centers.
Day 2: Sahara Desert Exploration – Nomads – Camel Trekking – Desert Camp
Start the day with sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast with panoramic views. Explore the desert on a 4×4 adventure across rocky and sandy terrain, visiting fossil sites and learning about local geology. Meet a nomadic family and enjoy mint tea while learning about their lifestyle. Visit a village famous for Gnaoua music, enjoy live performances, then stroll through date palm groves and desert oases. Late afternoon, embark on a camel trek to a remote desert camp for dinner under the stars and a night of desert tranquility.
Day 3: Fes – Walking Tour – Travel to Midelt
Start the day with a guided tour of Fes, exploring the medieval medina, bustling souks, ornate madrasas, tanneries, and the world’s oldest university. Depart for Midelt, stopping in Ifrane for a walk in this charming European-style town and in Azrou to visit cedar forests with playful Barbary monkeys. Overnight in Midelt.
Day 4: Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
Travel through the Ziz Valley, famous for its lush date palms and scenic landscapes. Arrive in Merzouga, at the base of the towering Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy a sunset camel trek across the desert and overnight in a desert camp with traditional music and dinner under the stars.
Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Witness sunrise over the Sahara dunes. Explore Rissani’s vibrant market and then travel through Todra Gorge, a canyon with dramatic cliffs. Continue to the Dades Valley, renowned for unique rock formations and panoramic viewpoints, before overnighting in a local guesthouse or hotel.
Day 6: Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Drive along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing Skoura’s palm groves and rose fields. Visit Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying stunning mountain views, before arriving in Marrakech for dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Marrakech City Tour – Departure
Transfer to the airport according to your schedule. Conclude your 7-day journey with lasting memories of Morocco’s mountains, deserts, valleys, kasbahs, vibrant cities, and coastal beauty.
What to Know Before Your 7-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour
What to Bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes for medinas, mountains, and desert dunes
- Light clothing plus a warm layer for cooler desert nights
- Sunglasses, sunscreen & hat for sun protection
- Small backpack for day trips and essentials
- Camera for desert dunes, kasbahs, gorges, medinas, and Chefchaouen
Tips for First-Time Travelers:
- Carry cash for remote villages, markets, and desert excursions
- Dress modestly in traditional areas and Berber villages
- Stay hydrated, especially in desert and mountainous regions
- Mountain roads may take longer due to winding paths
- Ask permission before photographing locals
Climate Overview:
- Tangier & Chefchaouen: Mild, pleasant
- Fes & Marrakech: Hot summers, mild winters
- Middle Atlas & High Atlas: Cool, snow possible in winter
- Sahara Desert: Hot days, cold nights
- Todra Gorge & Dades Valley: Warm days, cooler nights
- Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou: Dry, sunny, warm
Main Distances:
- Tangier → Chefchaouen: 200 km (~4h)
- Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes: 220 km (~4–5h)
- Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt: 200 km (~4h)
- Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga Desert: 300 km (~5h)
- Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley: 200 km (~4h)
- Dades Valley → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech: 220 km (~5h)
