12 Days Desert Tour From Tangier To Marrakech

Immerse in the authentic Moroccan culture through our meticulously designed & planned 12 days desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech. This private tour covers most Moroccan highlights including the famous 3 Imperial Cities of Morocco, Chefchaouen, the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi along with the mysterious city of Essaouira.

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12 days desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech

Why should you book the 12 days desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech?

Sign up for the best 12 days desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech and embark on an interesting journey from the northern part of Morocco covering the blue-city of Chefchaouen, the Roman Ruins of Volubilis, the former imperial city of Meknes, the spiritual capital of Fes, the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi where you can spend the night under the stars. The impressive canyons, the palm-dotted valleys, the striking Kasbahs, the fortified city of Essaouira and much more.

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Day 1: Tangier - Chefchaouen

Upon arrival in Tangier Airport or Port you will meet your driver/guide to depart Towards Chefchaouen, the famous blue city of Morocco in the Rif Mountains. On the way to Chefchaouen, you will see small villages along the Rif Mountains, afternoon we will be in this beautiful blue city where you will start exploring the Medina and its alleys. Chefchaouen is a beautiful,unique city with its white washed walls and its blue doors and windows.

Day 2: Explore Chefchaouen

Today, you’ll spend most of the day exploring what this charming city of Chefchaouen has to offer with beautiful streets & doors that are primarily painted in blue-hued color. You may want to start your tour of Chefchaouen from the famous Utta El-Hammam Square, which is located in the heart of the Medina with its lined cafes that overlook the Kasbah (fortress) and the Mosque. You may include a visit to the Kasbah that goes back to the 15th century when Moulay Ali Ibn Rashid constructed this fortress to fight the Spanish & the Portuguese Invaders.

Meander around the intricate alleyways losing yourself in the immense beauty of its blue-painted houses, doors and windows. You’ll arrive in the Ras El-Ma Spring that offers stunning views along with the vibrant authentic style of life with women washing clothes and carpets and boys playing soccer in the field. You may want to further include a soft hike up to the mosque where you can get a full view of the Medina. In the evening, you can spend some time in one of the lined cafes in the Square while watching the passers-by and sampling the unique lifestyle.

Day 3: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

After breakfast we will start our trip travelling to Fes via Ouazzan and the Roman site of Volubilis.the well preserved Roman empire dating to 225 BC, where you will see the most beautiful Mosaics in Morocco dating back to 3rd century BC.After that we drive to Meknes, the Ismaili capital of Morocco where we will have lunch, after that we will visit the gate of Bab Mansour built by the sultan My Ismail ,the granary and the Sahrij Souani that was used for irrigation and plantation. Also we will visit Moulay Ismail Mausoleum then we will be in Fes afternoon .

Day 4: Explore Fes & Drive to Midelt

Today, you’ll spend the first half-day to explore the best of Fes with a local tour guide. Fes is the oldest Imperial city of Morocco dating back to the 7th century and is the spiritual capital of kingdom. You’ll start your guided tour of the city with a nice drive over the hill where you can get a complete panoramic view of the Fes el-Bali (Oldest Fes).

Your guide will shed light on the history behind the construction of the city being the largest car-free urban district in the world and for this reason it has been listed by the UNESCO. Drive to Mellah (former Jewish Quarter) where you can take pictures by the golden gates of the Royal Palace. Stretch your legs by the former Jewish Market while learning about the lifestyle of the Jews and how they used to live in peaceful coexistence with Moroccan Muslims.

You’ll, then, have a guided walking tour of the Fes el-Bali with its thousands of intricate alleyways, lined cafes, bustling Souks that are organized into sections. Pass by the Koranic Schools and visit Museums along with the famous Chouara Tanneries. After lunch, you’ll drive further south through the charming city of Ifran that was listed as the second cleanest city in the world in 2015. Have another short break in the lush cedar forest of Azrou that hosts a colony of Barbary Macaques that you may possibly see and even feed. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains before reaching our hotel near the city of Midelt.

Day 5: Midelt - Merzouga & Camel Ride

After breakfast in the riad – Hotel we will start our private journey to Merzouga desert via the atlas mountains & Ziz Valley after Errachidia we will stop in a nice panoramic view for pictrures then continue to Erfoud ” the Date & Fossil capital ” lunch will be in this small city then we will drive to Merzouga desert where we will be ready to take our Camels to spend the night in the Camp.

Day 6: Merzouga - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley

Early in the morning your camel man will wake you up to watch Surise in the Dunes. After shower and breakfast you will go back by Camels to the Hotel where you will meet your driver -Guide to start your trip towards Dades Valley via small Berber village, Lunch will be in Touroug then we will drive to Todra Gorges the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco which is famous for trekking and Climbing, after that we will continue to Dades Valley.

Day 7: Dades Valley - Nomad Caves - Skoura - Ouarzazate

After breakfast in your Hotel, we will start our journey travelling to Dades Valley through many Berber villages we will pass in an off road of Boutghrar to visit nomads that live in their Caves , we will have tea with them to see the style of their life , after that we will continue our way to Ouarzazate via Rose Valley and the road of thaousand Kasbahs and if time allow we will visit Amridil Kasbah which back to 17 century and Overnight will be in Ouarzazate “Hollywood of Africa ” .

Day 8: Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech

After breakfast in your Hotel, we will start our private morocco tours by travelling through to Ouarzazate Via Kelaat Magouna the Rose capital and the road of the thousand Kasbahs and Skoura then we will reach Ouarzazate “Hollywood of Africa ” where they shoot many big movies like Hidalgo , Sahara, Game of Thrones etc… after that we will drive to visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah The world heritage site , after lunch we will drive to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains.

Day 9: Full-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech

Today your Local guide will come to your Hotel or Riad around 09 am to start exploring the highlights of Marrakech ” The Red city ” you will visit Koutoubia mosque , Saadian tombs , El Bahia Palace ,Djemaa el Fna square and its souk … after lunch we will take you by car to visit The Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech is one of the most visited sites in Morocco. It took French painter Jacques Majorelle (1886-1962) forty years of passion and dedication to create this enchanting garden in the heart of the “Ochre City” after that we drive you to your riad in the Medina.

Day 10: Marrakech - Essaouira

After breakfast we will travel to Essaouira in the coast that called before Mogador also since this is the land of Argan this is an opportunity to visit the women’s cooperative of Argan oil and also to see the goats that climbing the Trees.

Essaouira is a port city and resort on Morocco’s Atlantic coast. Its medina (old town) is protected by 18th-century seafront ramparts called the Skala de la Kasbah, which were designed by European engineers also Essaouira is famous for people who like surfing.

Day 11: Free Day To Explore Essaouira

After Breakfast in your hotel – Riad in Essaouira you will start exploring this small city. You’ll visit the Skala Fortress and walk through the alleys of the medina to see hundreds of handicrafts, go to the beach and enjoy time to yourselves. Essaouira is also referred to as The “City of the Wind” and it attracts surfers from all over the world.

Essaouira also had one of the largest Jewish populations in the country, at 40% of the population. There were more than 40 operating synagogues at any one time. Today a few survive and are being rehabilitated as a part of King Mohammed VI plan to save sites of important religious, historical and cultural significance.

Essaouira grew to be so powerful that European nations had their diplomats and trade delegations stationed either in Essaouira or Tangier. Like the rest of Morocco, Essaouira fell under the French protectorate from 1912-1956.

Day 12: Essaouira - Marrakech Airport

After breakfast in your Hotel – Riad we will drive back to Marrakech for your departure.

Please Remember that the 8 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech via Chefchaouen will allow you to explore a tiny portion of Morocco; however, if you have less days in your travel schedule, then we invite to check our 8 days desert tour from Tangier to Marrakech, you can also check our 10 days Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech or even our short 4 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech. Our sample itineraries are meant to meet your exact needs; however, you can always contact us for any special inquiry.

Morocco Camel Trips ensures your travel with us throughout the Kingdom of Morocco is hassle-free, for this reason, once we arrive to any destination, we always make sure to help to get you to your accommodation stress-free. If your hotel/Riad is accessible by car, then expect to drop you off right by the hotel’s main entrance; however, if it happens that your accommodation is located within the old Medinas of either Marrakech, Fes, Tangier or Rabat…

We coordinate with the staff members of the aforementioned accommodation so that they can come out & meet you in person. Please note this is not a warning message as Morocco is one of the safest destinations in the world but it’s, conversely, an assurance to get to the right accommodation…

What's Included

Air-conditioned & private 4WD SUV/Minivan
Fuel
Car insurance
English speaking driver
Pick up & Drop off
Local tour guide in Fes & Marrakech
11 nights accommodation as clearly illustrated on the itinerary.
Camel Ride in Merzouga Desert one Camel each
Overnight in Desert Luxury Camp – Riad Azawad Desert Camp, Luxury Oasis Camp or similar (HB)
Private rooms -Tents
Meals as clearly illustrated on the itinerary.
Unique Experiences

What's not Included

Lunches
Drinks
Travel insurance
Entrance fees
Tips
Extras

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Questions & Answers

What's the best way to fly to/from Morocco?

Our tours have been featured based on 4 main Moroccan cities Tangier, Marrakech, Fes & Casablanca. However, we can start any extended tour from anywhere in Morocco except the Marrakech Desert Tours & Fes Desert Tours as they are planned to specifically enjoy the desert experience in a short period of time. Casablanca International Airport remains the most popular one with a wide range of flights from all over the world followed by Marrakech Menara Airport…You can join Tangier by ferry from Spain crossing the Strait of Gibraltar…

Do I need a Visa to enter Morocco?

For citizens of many countries, you do not need a visa to enter Morocco. You will receive an entry stamp in your passport upon arrival.

You do not need to apply for a tourist visa for the Morocco Tour if you are a citizen of the United States, Canada, Australia, Great Britain or any of the other countries listed here.

You will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond your stay and a round-trip airline ticket. The passport must have at least one blank page.

How do exchange money in Morocco?

If you have US dollars, Euros, or British Pounds, you can exchange money at an exchange bureau upon arrival at the airport or at your hotel but the rate won’t be quite as good as exchange bureaus we’ll find elsewhere. Our guide can help find the best place to exchange your cash for local currency.

There is often a problem making a change in Morocco, and it can be difficult to pay with large banknotes, so be sure to get smaller denomination banknotes (10s and 20s) as this will make your life easier when paying for inexpensive items such as drinks and souvenirs.

Will we bring luggage to the Sahara Desert?

Yes. We will be spending just one or two nights maximum in the Sahara and while we will be traveling to the tented camp via camel (optional), the luggage will be taken via vehicle or you can securely lock it in the hotel/Riad in charge of managing the desert camp.

Will we have power in the tents at the luxury camp in the Sahara?

Yes, there’s definitely power in the tents.

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