9 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO TANGIER VIA SAHARA DESERT, FES AND CHEFCHAOUEN

A camel ride across the sand dunes of Morocco is an unforgettable experience.

Enjoy dinner and a night's sleep in a tent on the Sahara Desert.

Visit the Ait Benhaddou kasbah and the finest of Ouarzazate.

PROGRAM FOR 9 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO TANGIER VIA SAHARA DESERT, FES AND CHEFCHAOUEN

DAY 1 :ARRIVE AT CASABLANCA AIRPORT:

Today, we'll greet you at the airport, whether it's in Casablanca or Marrakech, and transport you to a charming riad in the ancient medina.

THE SECOND DAY OF OUR EXPLORATIONS IN MARRAKECH BEGINS HERE.

A morning guided tour of Marrakech, "the Red City of Morocco," will begin with breakfast at your riad. In addition to the Koutoubia Minaret, the Saadian Tombs, the stunning Palace of Bahia, and the Ben Youssef Coranic School, you can expect your guide to make sure you visit everything of historical and cultural significance. Finally, complete the morning by wandering through the medina alleys -getting a chance to view all of the different craftsmen practicing their crafts before arriving at the iconic Jamaa El Fna Square. Lunch at a restaurant near the square, and then in the afternoon visit the Majorelle gardens, and get a short tour at Gueliz -the new city of Marrakech. When you're done, take a stroll across the plaza, where you'll be serenaded by street performers including magicians, storytellers, tooth pullers, and food cart vendors.

DAY 3 : MARRAKECH - AIT BENHADDOU - DADES VALLEY:

After a leisurely breakfast in your riad, we head across the Tizi n'Tichka pass, where we stop to take in the sights. We journey through Berber communities and we will witness and learn about the making of Argan oil by Berber women in their cooperative. We will visit Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou ,which is the biggest Kasbah in Morocco , and it is a UNESCO historical monument. After lunch at the Kasbah we continue to Dades Gorge via Ouarzazate. We'll go down the "Road of the 1000s Kasbahs," which has been dubbed "Hollywood of Africa." At "Kalaat M'Gouna," we come to a halt. Roses Festival, held in May, is a big deal in this town. We complete the day at Dades Valley, where we have supper and breakfast in a lovely riad.

ON THE FOURTH DAY, YOU'LL GO VIA THE DADES VALLEY, TODRA GORGE, AND THE MERZOUGA VILLAGE AREA.

After breakfast, we'll head to Tinrghir and the Todra Valley, where we'll stop to take in the views of the valley's ancient mud Berber settlements. Today you will have time to Hike for around 2 Hours in Todra Valley then walkunder the 300 m high red cliff, where many rock-climbers spend their time. Next, go to Merzouga, making stops along the road at scenic viewpoints and a fossil-hunting site of particular interest to locals. At the conclusion of the day you’ll be welcomed with a glass of mint tea before check in to your lodgings. Spend the night in a lovely riad among the dunes.

DAY 5 : MERZOUGA AREA AND OVERNIGHT AT THE DESERT CAMP WITH THE CAMEL TREKKING:

Today , After breakfast in the riad you’ll start your explorative adventure of the area, starting by a stroll in the Oasis in the desert then visiting the gnawa peaple in Khamlia hamlet originating from Sudan, Mali and Senegal to witness their music and culture. At a later time, we'll take a journey into the desert to visit nomad families, who live in Berber tents. For today's supper, we've arranged to have a classic Berber pizza with a local family. An expert camelman will accompany you as you ride across the sand dunes of Morocco's highest mountains, where you can watch the sun set over the desert before returning to camp for supper, a drumming party, and an evening around the campfire.

DAY 6 :MERZOUGA DESERT -ZIZ VALLEY - CEDAR FOREST - FES :

Your camel guide will wake you up to enjoy the dawn, then you’ll quietly camel-trek back to the hamlet of Merzouga savoring the unique beauty of the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes – changing with the light as the day passes. Arriving back in Merzouga and after breakfast and hot shower in the guesthouse, we’ll leaveto Fes via Errachidia along the magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock, and through the Tizi Ntalghamt pass to Midelt, stopping in Zaida to enjoy a barbecue and refresh with a glass of mint tea before continuing to Azrou, a Berber village in the Middle Atlas Mountains, where we’ll stop to see the Barbarian apes in the cedar forest. Then we proceed to Ifrane dubbed the French hamlet or the Switzerland of morocco , pausing for a photo or a drink before coming to Fes where you will spend the night at a wonderful riad with breakfast.

DAY 7 : EXPLORING FES :

After breakfast in your riad, you will start touring Fes the “the Sprititual City of Morocco”. The Medina and its lanes will be the focus of your morning excursion, which will include stops at several of the city's most notable historical and cultural landmarks, such as the world-famous Al Karaouine Mosque and University, the Medrasa Bouanania, and the Tanneries. After lunch, we will take you outside the Medina to see the Royal Palace entrance, go through the Jewish district “the Mellah”, and then visit the pottery cooperative. In the late afternoon, we'll take you to a stronghold for a spectacular vantage point over Fes' Medina. Staying the night in the same riad.

DAY 8 : FES - CHEFCHAOUEN:

After breakfast at the riad we will travel north to Chefchaouen, We will take brief breaks in the route and after few hours we will be there and spend the whole day to tour the blue city. Overnight in a lovely riad with breakfast.

DAY 9 : CHEFCHAOUEN - TANGIER AIRPORT:

Today we will drive to Tangier airport for your flight or to Tangier port if you are taking the ferry at whatever time you desire.

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private tour from Marrakech to Tangier via Sahara desert, Fes and Chefchaouen

Tour from Marrakech to Tangier via Sahara desert

INCLUDED IN 9 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO TANGIER VIA SAHARA DESERT, FES AND CHEFCHAOUEN

Experienced English speaking driver. Fes guided tour. Optional hike in Todra Valley.

Enjoy a private tour in a luxurious air-conditioned 4x4 or van.

Pick up / drop off from your hotel

No includes Tips and what's not mentioned.

No Dinner in Marrakech, Fes and Chefchaouen.

No includes Drinks and lunches. Entry fees.

Optional trekking for 2 hours in Todra Valley.

The camel trip to spend the night in the desert. Fes and Marrakech guided tour.

Accommodation in hotels with dinner, breakfasr.1 night in the desert camp.

PRICES FOR 9 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO TANGIER VIA SAHARA DESERT, FES AND CHEFCHAOUEN

Morocco Tours 4x4 provides economical private tours from Marrakech without sacrificing quality service, trustworthy transportation, or pleasant hotel. We do not provide "low-cost" holidays, but we may be able to arrange an economical tour from Marrakech for singles, couples, small or large groups. Our itineraries are designed for the mid-level budget traveler, however we may modify certain alternatives for those on a tighter budget or seeking a more premium experience.

Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll work with you to plan a vacation that matches your goals and fits within your budget. Your private tour from Marrakech includes an air-conditioned four-wheel-drive vehicle, hotel, breakfast and most meals, as well as the services of a fluent English speaker. Lunches, drinks, and any other fees, such as entry or tipping, are not included.

Cost for 9 days private tour from Marrakech to Tangier via Sahara desert, Fes and Chefchaouen will vary based on:

the time of year you go
The number of travelers - the greater the number of travelers, the lower the cost per person.
The number of days you want to spend on a tour starting in Marrakech.
We usually book 3 and 4 star riads and/or mid-range hotels, but we can also arrange luxury or affordable lodgings.
Round-trip tickets are less costly than one-way tickets.

Payments for Sahara desert Tour From Marrakech

Bookings for Marrakech Tours are confirmed after a 25% payment is received. For your desired Marrakech Tour, we will email you an invoice with payment instructions.
Deposits are accepted by bank transfer or Western Union.
Receipts will be mailed once the deposit is received. The remaining amount can be paid to the driver in cash (Euro, Dollars, or Moroccan Dirham) before the start of the tour.
You may settle the debt with a credit card or a direct bank transfer, but there is a 4% charge.
Please refer to the tipping guidelines when determining the total cost of your Marrakech Tour.

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