Overview
9 Days North to South Morocco Tour in
This 9-day Morocco tour combines historic cities, mountain landscapes, the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic coast. Begin in Tangier and Chefchaouen before visiting Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and the ancient medina of Fes. Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Merzouga for a sunset camel trek and an overnight desert camp. Travel through Rissani, Todra Gorge and Dades Valley before visiting Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou. Cross the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, enjoy a guided city visit and complete the journey with an excursion to Essaouira.
Includes
- Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver
- Pick-up upon arrival in Tangier
- Transportation and fuel expenses
- Seven nights in hotels or similar accommodation
- One night in an Erg Chebbi desert camp
- Breakfasts and dinners
- Vegetarian meal options upon request
- Local guides in major cities
- Guided visits in Fes and Marrakech
- Sunset camel trek
- Essaouira excursion
- Applicable taxes
Excludes
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Travel insurance
- Monument and attraction entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
- Additional fees not included in the program
- Tips and gratuities
Tour images
Gallery
Day by day
Your Itinerary
- Day 1
Tangier to Chefchaouen
Meet your driver upon arrival in Tangier and travel through the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen. Enjoy panoramic stops along the way before arriving in the blue city for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Day 2
Chefchaouen to Fes
After breakfast, explore Chefchaouen’s blue medina, traditional souks and main square. Depart toward Fes, stopping at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the holy town of Moulay Idriss. Arrive in Fes for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Day 3
Guided Tour of Fes
Explore the historic medina with a local guide. Visit traditional souks, historic madrasas, the Chouara Tanneries, Bab Boujloud, the Mellah, the Royal Palace gates and the exterior of Al Quaraouiyine Mosque and University. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Fes.
- Day 4
Fes to Merzouga
Depart Fes and travel through Ifrane and the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Midelt for lunch before continuing through the Ziz Valley toward Merzouga. Ride a camel across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and spend the night in a desert camp.
- Day 5
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades
After breakfast, travel through Rissani and continue toward Tinghir. Walk through Todra Gorge before travelling through the Dades Valley. Arrive in Boumalne Dades for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Day 6
Dades Valley to Marrakech
Leave the Dades region and travel toward Ouarzazate. Visit Taourirt Kasbah, Atlas Film Studios and the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou. Cross the High Atlas Mountains through Tizi n’Tichka Pass and arrive in Marrakech.
- Day 7
Guided Tour of Marrakech
Explore Marrakech with a local guide. Visit the Menara Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque area, Saadian Tombs, Dar Si Said Museum, Bahia Palace, colourful souks and Jemaa el-Fna Square. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.
- Day 8
Marrakech to Essaouira and Back
Depart Marrakech for Essaouira, with a possible stop at an argan-oil cooperative. Explore the medina, ramparts, harbour, fish market and artisan workshops. Return to Marrakech for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Day 9
Departure from Marrakech
Transfer to Marrakech Airport according to your flight schedule, marking the end of the tour.
Route
- Tangier
- Chefchaouen
- Volubilis
- Moulay Idriss
- Fes
- Fes Medina
- Ifrane
- Midelt
- Merzouga
- Erg Chebbi Desert Camp
- Rissani
- Tinghir
- Todra Gorge
- Boumalne Dades
- Ouarzazate
- Ait Ben Haddou
- Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Marrakech
- Essaouira
- Marrakech
