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4-Day Tour from Tangier to Marrakech via Sahara Desert

4-Day Tour from Tangier to Marrakech via Sahara Desert

October 10, 2024
4 days, 3 nights

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This 4-day tour is a complete adventure that takes you from the northernmost point of Morocco to its vibrant heart, Marrakech. Starting in the cosmopolitan Tangier, you will immerse yourself in the history of imperial cities, marvel at the blue beauty of Chefchaouen, and experience the unforgettable Sahara Desert before arriving in the Red City.

Highlights

  • Connects northern Morocco to southern Morocco, ending in Marrakech.
  • Visit the blue city of Chefchaouen and the imperial city of Fez.
  • Camel ride and overnight stay in a Merzouga desert camp.
  • Explore the Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, and Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah.
  • A journey full of contrasts, from the Rif Mountains to the Sahara Desert dunes.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fez

We will pick you up in Tangier and travel to the Rif Mountains to visit the stunning blue city of Chefchaouen. After exploring its picturesque streets, we will continue our journey to the imperial city of Fez, where you will spend the night in a traditional riad.

Day 2: Fez → Ifrane → Midelt → Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we will leave Fez and head south. We will cross the Middle Atlas, making stops in Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco," and in the cedar forests of Azrou. After passing through the Ziz Valley, we will arrive in Merzouga. There, you will trade our vehicle for a camel ride to explore the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, ending in a camp where you will dine and spend the night.

Day 3: Merzouga → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley

Wake up early to see the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, we will return to Merzouga on camelback. We will continue our journey to the impressive Todra Gorges. Next, we will follow the Route of the Thousand Kasbahs to arrive in the Dades Valley. Dinner and accommodation in a hotel in the valley.

Day 4: Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Marrakech

On our final day, after breakfast, we will continue to Ouarzazate. Our main stop will be at the spectacular Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Finally, we will cross the Tizi n'Tichka pass in the High Atlas to arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon, where we will drop you off at your accommodation, concluding the tour.

What's Included

  • Pickup at your hotel in Tangier and transfer to your hotel in Marrakech.
  • Private transportation with air conditioning.
  • Spanish-speaking driver/guide.
  • 3 nights of accommodation (1 in Fez, 1 in the desert, 1 in Dades).
  • Meals and breakfasts according to the itinerary.
  • Camel ride.

What's Not Included

  • Lunches and drinks.
  • Entrance fees to monuments.
  • Local guides in cities.
  • Tips and personal expenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a very fast tour? This tour is designed to cover a large distance and many points of interest in 4 days. It's ideal for travelers with limited time who want to see the highlights between Tangier and Marrakech. The travel days are long but filled with interesting stops.

Can this tour be done in reverse? Yes, it's a route that we can operate perfectly from Marrakech to Tangier. Contact us to customize your trip.

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