From Tangier to Marrakech · 4 days
From the blue north to the Sahara and Marrakech in 4 days.
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Blue north, Volubilis, guided Fes and two desert nights.
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7 days / 6 nights
Private · tailor-made
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Day-by-day itinerary
From Tangier to Marrakech via Chefchaouen, Volubilis and Meknes, guided Fes, two nights in the Merzouga desert and Ait Ben Haddou.
- Chefchaouen
- Volubilis
- Guided Fes
- Erg Chebbi 4WD
- 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 · Tetouan · Chefchaouen
The journey begins in Tangier, passing through the Rif Mountains with stops in Tetouan's UNESCO-listed medina before reaching Chefchaouen. Evening arrival allows exploration of the blue-washed alleyways and rooftop terraces with mountain views. (Approx. 112 km)
- Tangier
- Tetouan
- Chefchaouen
DAY2
Day 2 · Chefchaouen · Ouazzane · Volubilis · Meknes · Fes
A morning drive through the Ouazzane countryside is followed by exploration of the Roman ruins at Volubilis. Visits include Bab el-Mansour gate, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and Meknes medina before an evening arrival in Fes. (Approx. 277 km)
- Chefchaouen
- Ouazzane
- Volubilis
- Meknes
- Fes
DAY3
Day 3 · Fes (full-day guided tour)
A full day in Fes: Al Qaraouine University (established 859 CE), Bou Inania Madrasa, the Chouara Tanneries, Andalusian architecture and traditional ceramic workshops.
- Fes
DAY4
Day 4 · Fes · Ifrane · Azrou · Midelt · Rissani · Merzouga
A morning stop in Ifrane, a visit to the Azrou Cedar Forest with Barbary macaque spotting, lunch in Midelt, a scenic Ziz Valley viewpoint, and passage through Erfoud and Rissani before an evening arrival in Merzouga. (Approx. 469 km)
- Fes
- Ifrane
- Azrou
- Midelt
- Rissani
DAY5
Day 5 · Erg Chebbi Desert Exploration
A morning music experience in Khamlia village, a visit to the abandoned Mefes mines, meeting nomadic Berber families, and a sunset camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Overnight in a traditional Berber desert camp with dinner and live drumming. (Approx. 45 km)
- Erg Chebbi Desert Exploration
DAY6
Day 6 · Merzouga · Tinghir · Todra Gorge · Dades Valley
Sunrise over Erg Chebbi, a morning walk in Todra Gorge (limestone walls reaching 300 meters) and a scenic drive through the Dades Valley, with a sunset arrival at a hotel or traditional kasbah. (Approx. 269 km)
- Merzouga
- Tinghir
- Todra Gorge
- Dades Valley
DAY7
Day 7 · Dades Valley · Kalaat M'Gouna · Ait Ben Haddou · Marrakech
A morning through the Rose Valley, the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate and the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou. We cross the Tizi n'Tichka Pass through the High Atlas, passing Berber villages, with an early evening arrival in Marrakech. (Approx. 326 km)
- Dades Valley
- Kalaat M'Gouna
- 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)
- 5 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
- Guided tour of Fes
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Monument entrance fees
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Gallery
Chefchaouen, the blue city
Roman ruins of Volubilis
Chouara tanneries, Fez
Sunset over the dunes
Todra Gorges
Ait Ben Haddou ksar (UNESCO)
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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