Tours and Excursions from Tangier

8-Days Desert Tour from Tangier

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DAY 1 : TANGIER – TETOUAN – CHEFCHAOUEN :

We’ll kick-off with a drive through the Rif Mountains and past the city of Tetoune. To enjoy fully enjoy the breathtaking view of the landscape; we’ll stop to rest at the feet of the Rif mountains, in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen’s medina has a strong influence of Spanish architecture, as it was once part of the “Spanish Morocco” it’s square is showered in funky artisanal shops beaming with colors. It’s also home to many rooftop restaurants and cafes, also available in your in the Riads, where you can enjoy the rest of the evening with a nice breeze and wonderful view.

DAY 2 : CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – MEKNES – FEZ

After a tasty breakfast, our journey continues towards Volubilis, crossing over Ouazan and other Rif villages. In Volubilis, we’ll explore the Roman ruins and learn about Moroccan history.

Continuing to Meknes, we’ll stop for lunch and explore the historical walls of the medina along with Bab el Mansour, and we’ll visit the Moulay Ismail shrine. Later in the afternoon we’ll head to Fez where we’ll spend the night.

DAY 3 : FEZ SIGHTSEEING :

We’ll start the day exploring the oldest city in Morocco, snaking through its alleys and narrow streets. We’ll begin sightseeing at the Royal Palace gate, followed by the Jewish headquarter where the first Mellah ever was built in Morocco, during the 16th century. We’ll ensure that you visit all sites with cultural and historical interest including the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest in the region.

We’ll also visit the Tanneries, the Attarine museum and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch you’ll visit many different cooperatives and then, experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fez.

DAY 4 : FEZ – IFRANE – MIDELT – ERFOUD – MERZOUGA

The day begins with a drive towards the Atlas Mountains stopping to visit the village Ifrane, where we’ll get a chance to explore the famous cedar forest, home to the Berber apes. We’ll then continue through the Tiz Ntalghamt Mountain Pass and the Ziz Gorge (here we can stop for pictures and some local mint tea) to Midelt. We then continue to Merzouga, arriving at our campsite where we’ll spend the night.

DAY 5 : MERZOUGA – TODRA GORGE – DADES GORGE

We’ll wake up and head to a local hotel where you’ll get a chance to freshen up and enjoy a complimentary breakfast before we head to Ouarzazate. On the way there, well visit Berber villages home to The Todra and Dades Gorge. At the Dades Gorge we’ll stop at a local hotel where we’ll spend the night, and be treated to a complimentary dinner.

DAY 6 : DADES VALLEY – ROSE VALLEY – OUARZATTE – AIT BEN HADDOU – MARRAKECH

After breakfast, we’ll continue our tour towards Ouarzazatte through the path of a thousand Kasbahs (fortress) stopping at Kalaat Mgouna, the center of the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual Rose Festival. Then, we’ll drive through Ait Ben Haddou ( a UNESCO World Heritage site).

DAY 7 : MARRAKECH – SIGHTSEEING

Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakech. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Kotubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens and Marjolle.

DAY 8 : TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT

Today you’ll be transferred (punctually) to the airport.

More Info

NOTE : This private Morocco tour can be modified depends on your requirements. Contact us for more details.

Our Tangier culture and Desert tours are available every day. It includes departure from your hotel or any place in city and private transfer in a comfortable A/C vehicle with experienced driver.

Included

Pick up and drop off in Marrakech (at your hotel, airport or any other place)
Private transfer by comfortable A/C 4×4 vehicle
Experienced English speaking guide / driver
Breakfasts and dinners

Not Included

Lunch/drinks consumed during the tour
Plane ticket to and from Morocco
Entry fees to monuments / museums
All that isn’t mentioned on the itinerary

Morocco Dreams tours is a Nomadic Berber family from the Sahara desert of Erg-chebbi, You will have the opportunity to meet our guide Hassan and his family in the Moroccan Sahara desert. We specialize in organizing travels and discovering the beauty of Morocco for several years, We are here to help you organize trips and activities, organize trips for single travelers, groups and families, individual couples also organize activities like quads, surf, rides on camels, celebrations, special trips for business, weddings etc.