10 Days Tour from Tangier to Merzouga Desert

Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen

Your tour begins in Tangier where our team will meet you at the airport, port, or your accommodation. After meeting, we will start the journey toward the Rif Mountains.

Arrive in Chefchaouen, known as the “Blue Pearl of Morocco,” famous for its charming blue-painted streets and relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy free time to explore the town before overnight stay at your accommodation.

Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fez

After breakfast, depart from Chefchaouen and travel toward the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved mosaics.

Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, where you will visit historical landmarks such as Bab Mansour, Moulay Idriss Zerhoun, and Lahdim Square.

Later travel to Fez where you will explore part of the Medina before spending the night at your riad.

Day 3: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of the historic city of Fez. Visit important landmarks including the Royal Palace gate, the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), Al Quaraouiyine University, and the Attarine Madrasa.

The tour also includes a visit to the famous tanneries and a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Medina. Return to your accommodation for overnight stay.

Day 4: Fez – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Merzouga

After breakfast, depart from Fez and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains.

Stop in Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and continue to Azrou where you may see Barbary monkeys in the cedar forests. After lunch in Midelt, continue the journey through Errachidia, Erfoud, and Rissani before arriving in Merzouga.

Here you will enjoy camel trekking across the dunes of Erg Chebbi to reach your desert camp where you will spend the night with traditional Berber music under the stars.

Day 5: Explore Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, spend the day exploring the desert region around Merzouga. Visit Khamlia village to experience traditional Gnawa music and meet local nomadic families.

Enjoy a traditional Amazigh lunch such as Berber pizza. Optional visit to the town of Rissani before returning to Merzouga for relaxation.

Day 6: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

After breakfast, spend the day exploring the desert region around Merzouga. Visit Khamlia village to experience traditional Gnawa music and meet local nomadic families.

Enjoy a traditional Amazigh lunch such as Berber pizza. Optional visit to the town of Rissani before returning to Merzouga for relaxation.

Day 7: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech

After breakfast, travel through the Valley of Roses toward Ouarzazate where you will visit film studios and historic kasbahs.

Continue to the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site used as a filming location for many international movies. Later cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech for overnight stay in a riad.

Day 8: Explore Marrakech

Today you will enjoy a full guided tour of Marrakech, the “Red City.” Visit famous landmarks such as Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, and Bahia Palace.

Later explore the lively souks and the famous Jemaa El-Fna Square. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Day 9: Day Trip to Essaouira

After breakfast, travel to the charming coastal city of Essaouira, also known as the “City of the Wind.”

Explore the historic Medina, the Skala fortress, and the fishing port. You will also visit a women’s cooperative producing Argan oil. In the afternoon, return to Marrakech for overnight stay.

Day 10: Marrakech – Airport Transfer

After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca airport depending on your departure plans. This marks the end of your Moroccan adventure.

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