8 Days Tour from Tangier to Marrakech

8 Days Morocco Desert tour from Tangier

8 Days Moroccan North south Tour overview :

In this 8 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech, you will visit Chefchaouen blue city, Volubilis,  Fes, and the Tangier Desert tour continue to Merzouga desert, you will enjoy the camel trekking and night in desert camp, then the Morocco sahara desert tour, continue to Marrakech via Gorges, palm grove, Kasbahs, the ends Tangier desert tour at Marrakech.

8 Day Tour from Tangier to Marrakech – Highlights:

• Take in breathtaking panoramic views of valleys and traditional Berber villages

• Journey through the majestic High Atlas Mountains

• Visit the iconic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

• Explore the dramatic Dades and Todra Gorges, lush palm groves, and scenic valleys

• Discover the cultural treasures of Rabat, Meknes, and the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis

• Experience a camel trek across the golden dunes of Merzouga and try your hand at sandboarding

• Witness unforgettable sunrise and sunset camel rides in the Sahara

• Spend the night under the stars in a traditional desert camp with nomads

• Stroll through the magical blue streets of Chefchaouen

• Dive into the rich history and hidden gems of Fes and the Merzouga Desert

• Capture unique moments and take memorable photos with local nomads

 DAY 1 : TANGER – RIF MOUNTAINS – CHEFCHAOUEN

 

The first day of the Moroccan North-south Tour starts with meeting our guide at Tanger port and making our way to chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains, Tour of Chefchaouen : (or Chaouen) in the Rif Mountains, it is founded by the Muslims and Jews who were pushed by Christians on the 15th century. the town was unknown till the 20th century and had remained relatively unchanged for 500 years. It gives the best possible view of what an Andalusian town would look like in the time of the Moors. this city with its narrow medina streets, and white and blue colored houses becomes a tourist destination, it takes its beautiful unique situation since it lies in the middle of the mountains, There are also cafes around the main square and many hotels.
Car: 1 hour – Walk : 3 hours

DAY 2 : CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – FEZ

 

Today during the Moroccan North-south Tour we preferred to have our breakfast before traveling to Fes at 10:00 pm. and drive throughout green hills, open vast lands, and wheat fields. Then enjoy a delicious lunch near Ouazane and then continue to Volubilis. It is the best-preserved roman ruins in Morocco. And then make a guided tour inside the roman site, this will take you back to the myths of Rome by the stunning mosaic, streets, columns, and baths, we could not leave the place for its charm. And nearby, there is an old village of Moulay Driss Zerhoune where the founder of the first Arab Islamic dynasty in Morocco is entombed. If there is enough time we prefer to have a mint tea in this town before we go to Fez. After the whole busy day, we must have dinner in the Hotel and then spend our night there.
Car: 5 hours – Walk: 1 hour

DAY 3:  FEZ MEDINA GUIDED TOUR

 

Starting our day at 10:00 AM with a visit to Fès’ medina, following a hearty breakfast. We commence our Fes  exploration by delving into the southern tower and the 16th-century fortress, juxtaposed with its northern counterpart, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the medieval city. Next, we immerse ourselves in the cooperative pottery, delving into the intricate art of Moroccan mosaic “zellij” and Fez’s renowned blue pottery. Transported back to the medieval era, we navigate through narrow streets bustling with craftsmen and laden donkeys, losing track of time amidst the medina’s charm. Enriched with Islamic heritage, the medina boasts ancient mosques, the El-Karaouiyine University, and libraries, solidifying Fez’s status as the spiritual and cultural epicenter. Conclude this enriching excursion with a lively dinner accompanied by belly dancers, further enhancing the experience.
Travel: 1 hour by car – 4 hours on foot.

DAY 4 : FEZ – ERFOUD – ERG CHEBBI DESERT CAMP

 

DAY 5: DESERT DUNES DISCOVERY

 

Today will be devoted to meeting nomads gnaoua music, and enjoy having free time to do what we want.
Car: 4 hours – Walk: 2 hours

DAY 6 : DESERT CAMP – TODRA GORGE

 

 

during the Moroccan North-south Tour on this day, we wake up early to watch the sunrise and ride camels then back to the dunes line. In order to be on time for breakfast and shower at Hotel, after that, we go to Tinjdad and we pull over to see the old underground system of irrigation “khatarat” which is still used in the oasis of Jorf, it is a kind place for lunch in Toudra valley. It has beautiful kasbahs and mountains along 15 km of palm groves. After lunch, we arrive at the spectacular gorges 300 m high and enjoyed a little walk near the river of Toudra, today we took a lot of beautiful pictures. Finally, we preferred to have our dinner before going to sleep in the rooms in the Kasbah hotel.
Car: 4 hours -Walk: 2 hours

DAY 7 : TODGHA GORGE – DADES – SKOURA – OUARZAZATE

 

Car : 3 hours – Walk : 2 hours

Day 8 : Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Marrakech

 

In the last day of our Moroccan North south Tour. We have an optional visit of  Taourert Kasbah ,after enjoying a delicious breakfast, this medina has 3 studios of cinema and beautiful kasbahs . Then we go ahead towards Ait ben Haddou village. We explore the most preserved village of the south of the country, classified as one of world’s tradition by UNESCO in 1987 and a series of movies were made in this village Gladiator , Prince of Persia …We will do some walking inside the village ,and have a lunch and enjoy its attractiveness then we continue along Ounila valley to reach Telouet Kasbah, a big fort of the Pacha who was the most powerful man of the south. Finally go crossing the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, Pass (Tizi-n-Tichka 2260 m ALT ) to arrive Marrakech.

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Price Excludes:

• Lunches and beverages

• Entrance fees to monuments and historical sites

• International and domestic flight tickets

• Travel insurance

• Tips and gratuities for the driver and local guides

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