8 days morocco tour from tangier to marrakesh

Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen:

Our 8-day tour of Morocco will begin from Tangier through the most beautiful part of the country, which will start from the beautiful city of Tangier through the virgin Rif Mountains, which offer you an impressive combination of blue sea and mountains until you reach Tetouan, the pearl of the town with a strong Spanish influence and the beautiful Medina. In the afternoon, we will arrive in the beautiful blue city of Chefchaouen, where you will have the opportunity to walk around this unique city with its medina decorated with a combination of white and blue buildings, creative art shops, and the charming Uta el-Hammam square. We will take you to the hotel where you will spend the night.

Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis Ruins – Meknes – Fes:

After breakfast, we will continue from Chefchaouen to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, which are well preserved as they are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and have many beautiful mosaics scattered, as well as gorgeous ancient columns and arches. After passing through the ruins, we will drive 30 km to visit one of the imperial cities, Meknes, the capital of the Ismailis, where we will visit Bab Al-Mansur, the Sahrij Suani pool, the royal stables, the attic and the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Then we head to Fez. Overnight at the riad/hotel.

Day 3: Sightseeing of Fes with a local guide:

After breakfast, you will have a guided tour of the oldest imperial city. It was founded in 808 as the first political, religious, and cultural capital. You will begin your visit through the Golden Gate of the Royal Palace. Then, you will walk, experiencing hundreds of sensations that it causes. You will discover mosques, Madrassas(schools), caravanserais, and religious places until you get to the Tanners’ quarter. Free time for lunch, you continue to visit the artisans’ quarter.
They brought their knowledge from Spain and have preserved Andalusian art and style to this day, giving Fez the well-deserved name of the city of artisans. After all, you would have the rest of the day free. Overnight at the Riad/hotel.

Day 4: Fes – Ifran – Azrou – Monkey Forest – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga:

After finishing breakfast, we will drive through Imuzzer to get to Ifran. The city is famous for its low temperatures, snow, and even Alpine-style houses. It is not surprising that it is called Moroccan Switzerland. Then we will continue our road to the cedar forest, where Barberia macaques (wild monkeys) live. Feel free to feed them while walking through the woods. Later we will continue to Midelt, where we will have free time for lunch. Then we cross the Tizi-n-Tilgmt pass and drive along the Ziz Valley with scenic stops. Then, we head the road to the desert of Merzouga, You will be able to have a beautiful camel ride through the dunes, admire the majestic Sahara sunset, and continue to the camp, which is a combination of traditional nomad tents and luxury apartments. Where, you will enjoy the music of Berber drums, and dance by the campfire under the endless open starry sky. Dinner and overnight in the camp.

 Day 5: Full Day In Merzouga:

We will wake up early to have the opportunity to see the sunrise and enjoy the landscape. After a hearty breakfast, we will ride our camels back to Merzouga, where our driver will be waiting for us. Then, we will continue along the road, where we can see nomadic settlements and learn their secrets and manners. Our next stop will be at an observation point to contemplate the Erg Chebbi hole. There, we can also see the limits between Morocco and Algeria. We will then make our way to the village of Kamilia, originally from Mali, where we will have a relaxing tea and listen to a concert of Gnawa spiritual music. Transfer to the hotel and have a free afternoon to enjoy the town or the dunes next to the hotel to admire the sunset. Dinner and overnight will be at the hotel.

Day 6: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges:

After a good breakfast, we will go to Rissani to visit the market and its famous donkey stand. It is a unique place where all the tribes and nomads of the desert come together to provide themselves with food, a very curious visit.
After that, we will go to Erfud, where we will visit quarries with fossils that are more than 380 million years old. We will continue our journey until we reach the famous Todra Gorges, a favorite place of climbers and trekking enthusiasts.
We finish our day tour in the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight at the Riad.

Day 7: Dades – Valley of Roses – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate _ Marrakech:

After breakfast, we will continue to Kalaa Maguna to visit the Valley of Roses, where locals offer rose products, perfumes, water, oil, and cosmetics. Then we cross the palm trees of Skoura and reach Ouarzazate, to visit the studios where famous films were shot, and the Kasbah of taourirt. We will continue our journey to discover the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. A fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition, Kasbah starred in many films, such as “Gladiator,” “Alexander,” “The Mummy”…. etc., as well as in TV series such as “Game of Thrones.” After that, we will continue our way towards Marrakech, passing through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the High Atlas Mountains. We will stop for lunch on the road before leaving for your accommodation in the riad in Marrakech. Overnight in a Riad.

Day 8: Visit Marrakech:

On our last day in the 8-day desert tour from Tangier, you will visit the city, starting with the Menara Gardens with their pond, the Saadian Tombs, where the founders of the city existed, and the Bahia Palace, the residence of the former vizier. ; Koutoubia with its magnificent minaret, ending with the impressive Jamaa el Fna Square, which turns into a fabulous bazaar during the day, and at night into a magical spectacle. We end the tour by going back to the Riad.