8-Day Private Tour of Morocco from Tangier

Embark on a private 8-day tour of Morocco and discover its most beautiful cities and landscapes: Fez, Chefchaouen, Marrakech and the Merzouga Desert, among others.

8-Day Morocco Tour

Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen

After your chauffeur collects you from the airport or the Port of Tangier, you will head to Chefchaouen, Morocco’s “Blue City”. Perched on the Rif Mountains, its blue-washed houses make it one of the prettiest towns in the country.

The first day concludes after visiting Chefchaouen’s historic center and being led to your hotel or riad.

Day 2: Chefchaouen – Ancient Roman City Volubilis – Meknes – Fez

After breakfast, travel to the stunning archaeological site of Volubilis, listed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Next, visit Meknes, one of the four Imperial Cities, with a bustling medina and countless landmarks to see.

In the evening, you will be driven to Fez, where you will spend the night.

Day 3: Fez

In the morning, greet a local English-speaking guide and embark on a walking tour of the Old Town of Fez. Wander through the winding streets of Fez el-Bali, the city’s old medina and learn about the fascinating history of this ancient city while you admire its most important landmarks such as the Karaouine Mosque and the Mulay Idris Mausoleum.

In the afternoon, you will be driven to your hotel.

Day 4: Fez – Midelt – Merzouga

Hit the road first thing in the morning and traverse the beautiful cedar woods in central Morocco, home to the Barbary apes. Before reaching the small village of Midelt, you will drive through various charming Berber settlements.

Upon arrival at your first destination, learn about the Berber tribes, before delving into the Merzouga Desert by camelback and spending the night in a traditional desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga – Todgha Gorge – Ouarzazate

After admiring an unforgettable sunrise over the endless fields of sandy dunes, head to the spectacular Todgha Gorge, which features huge limestone walls in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains.

Complete the day tour in Ouarzazate, where you will spend the night. Nicknamed “The Door of the Desert”, this town is famous for being the backdrop of numerous films.

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Ait-Ben-Haddou – Marrakech

Depart early from Ouarzazate and discover other charming towns in the interior of Morocco, like Ait-Ben-Haddou. Explore this red mud brick city and its rich history before heading to Marrakech.

Day 7: Marrakech

After enjoying a hearty breakfast, set off on a guided walking tour of the medina of Marrakech. Accompanied by an expert English-speaking guide, you will discover the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs and other highlights like Jemaa el-Fnaa Square and the Koutoubia Mosque.

After a fun-filled day exploring Marrakech, you will spend the night here.

Day 8: Marrakech Airport

On the last day of the tour, you will be dropped off at the airport after enjoying a filling breakfast at your hotel.

Tour Accommodation

Both hotels and tents are double occupancy only, there are no single rooms. You can, however, ask for a triple room or a family room if you prefer. The standard category rooms have communal showers in the camp, while the superior category rooms have a private bathroom in the haimas and showers in the camp. Additionally, air-conditioning in the luxury camps has an extra charge of 30EUR per person.

The accommodation planned for the tour is as follows:

Standard hotels

Chefchaouen: Riad Hicham, La Puerta Azul, Hotel Ziryab or similarFez: Riad Ghita, Riad Dar Skalli or similarMerzouga Desert: standard haimas camp Bivouac AzawadOuarzazate: Hotel La Perle Du Sud, Hotel Les Jardins de Ouarzazate or similarMarrakech: Riad Marana, Riad Dar Nakhla, Hotel Sherazade, Hotel Racine or similar

Luxury hotels

Chefchaouen: Riad Cherifa, Riad Nila, Dar Echchaouen, Hotel Vancii or similarFez: Riad Sayeda Alhora, Riad Sabah, Palais Houyam, Hotel Barcelo or similarMerzouga Desert: Azawad Luxury Desert Camp or similarOuarzazate: Dar Chamaa, Palm View Palace, Ksar Ben Youssef, Hotel Oscar or similarMarrakech: Riad Nesma, Riad Aslal, Riad Jolie, Hotel Grand Plaza or similar

Temporary Closures

Meknes is closed for renovation until further notice, so the visit to this Imperial City is not possible.

Due to the recent earthquake that affected Morocco, the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate is currently closed. However, you can still take photos from the outside.

HOW IT WORKS?

This tour is structured to provide a comprehensive experience of Morocco over eight days. Accommodations include a mix of standard and luxury hotels, ensuring comfort throughout the journey.

Included in the tour are all transportation, accommodations, meals as specified, guided tours in key cities, and camel trekking in the Merzouga Desert.

Exclusions may apply for optional activities, personal expenses, and certain meals not mentioned. It is important to ask about specific conditions for each hotel and campsite upon booking.

The meeting point for the tour is typically at the airport or the port of Tangier, where the chauffeur will greet you. A detailed itinerary will provide additional instructions regarding time and place of meeting, along with any other important information for your journey.