Learn More About Our Community InitiativeThis 7-Day Morocco Desert Tour takes you on an unforgettable journey from Tangier to Marrakech, exploring Morocco’s most iconic destinations along the way. Discover the blue streets of Chefchaouen, the ancient medina of Fez, the dramatic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains, and the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert. Enjoy guided city tours, a camel trek in Merzouga, authentic riad stays, and a night in a desert camp, all while experiencing Morocco’s rich culture, history, and breathtaking scenery.
We will pick you up from Tangier or Tetouan Airport and begin our journey through the spectacular Rif Mountains, passing through Tetouan and incredibly dramatic landscapes. We then arrive in Chefchaouen, a beautiful town nestled beneath the peaks of the Rif Mountains. Chefchaouen is one of the most charming cities in Morocco—an artistic mountain village washed in blue that feels like its own world.
The old medina is a delight, blending Moroccan and Andalusian influences, with red-tiled roofs, bright blue buildings, and narrow alleyways that converge at the lively Plaza Uta el-Hammam and its restored kasbah. You will spend the night in a pleasant accommodation with panoramic views, allowing you to enjoy the breeze and the beauty of nature.
After breakfast at your riad in the Blue City, we drive to Fez to explore the oldest imperial city in Morocco with a local guide. Visits include Al-Qarawiyyin University (the oldest university in the region), the tanneries, the Attarine Museum, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II.
After lunch, you will visit a traditional tile (zellige) cooperative and enjoy a wonderful panoramic view of the entire Medina of Fez. The tour begins at the gate of the Royal Palace, continues to the Jewish Quarter (Mellah)—the first ever built in Morocco during the 16th century—and covers all major cultural and historical landmarks, including the famous Al-Qarawiyyin University. The tour ends at the riad for rest and relaxation.
After breakfast at your hotel, you travel toward Merzouga through the cedar forests and Erfoud. The journey takes you through the fascinating Tiz Ntalghamt Pass and the Ziz Gorge, with stunning views of the High Atlas plateau. You will notice the landscape gradually changing as signs of the desert appear near Errachidia, where you will stop for lunch and enjoy Berber hospitality.
Afterwards, continue along the lush Ziz Valley, stopping for panoramic views on the way to Erfoud and Rissani. Arrival in Merzouga in the afternoon. You will be welcomed with a glass of mint tea before enjoying a camel trek into the desert, where you will spend the night in a desert camp with Berber music and sandboarding.
After a delicious breakfast in the desert, we head to the local market of Rissani, considered the largest and most authentic in the region. Next, we visit Erfoud, the fossil capital of Morocco. We then continue to the Todra Gorges, where we enjoy walks to explore this impressive natural site. Finally, we drive to our destination, the Dades Valley.
Today we drive to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After visiting this spectacular kasbah, we continue to Ouarzazate for lunch. Finally, we cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m) and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
Today you will meet your local guide in Marrakech and begin your city tour. Visits include the Koutoubia Mosque, built by the Almohads in the 12th century, followed by the Saadian Tombs and the Bahia Palace, once the most impressive and largest palace of its time. You will then continue walking through the narrow alleys of the Medina to experience the vibrant souks. After lunch at a local restaurant, the afternoon is free to stroll around the city’s most famous square, Jemaa el-Fna.
