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Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, Rabat and Asilah, from Tangier.
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From the blue north to the desert: Chefchaouen, Fes, Merzouga and Ait Ben Haddou.
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4 days / 3 nights
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Day-by-day itinerary
From Tangier to Marrakech across the country: Chefchaouen, Fes, a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes, the Todra Gorges and Ait Ben Haddou.
- Chefchaouen
- Fes
- Erg Chebbi
- Todra Gorges
- Ait Ben Haddou
Day by day
Itinerary as per this tour's official programme. The tour is private and adaptable: departure/arrival points, pace and nights can be adjusted.
DAY1
Day 1 · Tangier · Chefchaouen · Fes
The journey begins with hotel pickup in Tangier, heading toward the Rif Mountains and the blue-painted town of Chefchaouen. Stroll through tranquil blue-painted streets adorned with greenery, potted flowers and traditional Andalusian architecture, explore the local shops and enjoy mint tea at Plaza Uta el Hamam. We then continue through the countryside to Fes for an overnight stay in a traditional riad. (Approx. 309 km)
- Tangier
- Chefchaouen
- Fes
DAY2
Day 2 · Fes · Ifrane · Azrou · Ziz Valley · Merzouga
After breakfast, travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane ("Morocco's Little Switzerland") and the cedar forests of Azrou to observe Barbary macaques. Lunch is in Midelt, followed by a drive through the Ziz Valley with optional fossil shopping in Erfoud. By late afternoon, a camel trek begins across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, ending with a traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars and an overnight camp. (Approx. 467 km)
- Fes
- Ifrane
- Azrou
- Ziz Valley
- Merzouga
DAY3
Day 3 · Merzouga · Rissani · Todra Gorge · Dades Valley
Witness sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes before riding camels back to Merzouga village for breakfast. Explore Rissani's historic market, then hike through Todra Gorge where towering limestone cliffs reach heights of over 300 meters. Evening arrival at the Dades Valley, among red canyons and rolling hills, with accommodation in a riad. (Approx. 255 km)
- Merzouga
- Rissani
- Todra Gorge
- Dades Valley
DAY4
Day 4 · Dades Valley · Skoura · Ait Ben Haddou · Marrakech
The final day passes through the Rose Valley and the palm-lined Skoura oases before visiting Ouarzazate's Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. At Ait Benhaddou, explore the UNESCO-listed ksar, climbing to the granary for panoramic views. The journey concludes crossing the Tizi n'Tichka Pass through the High Atlas, arriving in Marrakech by evening. (Approx. 325 km)
- Dades Valley
- Skoura
- Ait Ben Haddou
- Marrakech
Accommodation
Choice of Standard or Premium category. Charming riads and hotels hand-picked by us; if any is unavailable, it is replaced by another of similar category and services.
Charming riads and hotels
Half-board · Standard or Premium category
Desert camp
Standard or Luxury camp (private tent, dinner, Berber music)
What's included
- Private vehicle with A/C and multilingual (Spanish, English, French, Italian) driver-guide
- Pick-up and drop-off (port, airport or accommodation)
- 3 nights in hotel/riad + 1 night in a desert camp
- Daily breakfasts and dinners
- Fuel, tolls and all transport costs
- Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- 4WD transfers to the camp
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Gallery
In the blue streets
Chouara tanneries, Fez
Sunset over the dunes
Todra Gorges
Ait Ben Haddou ksar (UNESCO)
Our group in the dunes
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost?
The price depends on the season, number of travellers and accommodation category. Write to us for a firm, no-obligation quote.
Can the route be adapted?
Yes. It is a private, adaptable tour: we can change departure/arrival points, pace, nights and activities.
What should I bring?
Comfortable layered clothing, closed shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and your camera.
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