8 days Morocco desert trip from Tangier

8 days Morocco desert trip from Tangier itinerary:

Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen:

8 days Morocco desert trip from Tangier departure: Our guide will meet you at Tangier’s airport and transport you to Chefchaouen, a town built as a private, mysterious base for fighting the Portuguese along the north coast. Europeans were prohibited from accessing the region until 1920 when Spanish troops arrived. Arrive in Chefchaouen in the afternoon and come across its inhabitants for the first time. You’ll be spending the night in a hotel.

Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Fes:

Our morning begins with the refreshing wind of Chefchaouen; later, our journey will lead us to the ruins of Volubilis. The ruins are a remarkable example of the numerous civilizations that have made Morocco their home and whose cultural legacy is still visible today. Due to its natural attractiveness and historical significance, it is an excellent place for a promenade. Our next stop will be the imperial city of Meknes, formerly the capital of the Moroccan sultanate of Moulay Ismail; you will explore this ancient site and be captivated by its majesty. The old city of Fes, the cultural center of Morocco and one of the world’s most intact medieval Islamic capitals will be our final destination. Overnight in Riad/Hotel.

Day 3: Fes sightseeing tour:

The day will be spent exploring Fez, the kingdom’s oldest metropolis. You will feel as if you have been transported back to the eighth century as soon as you walk through the narrow medieval alleys. You will be surrounded by spices, mint tea, fresh produce, Berber textiles, and a variety of other artistic objects. We will visit the first college in the world, the Qaraouine Mosque. It was founded by Fatima el Fihri in 859. Our next stop will be the art museum at Batha Palace. Later, we will visit the Chouara Tanneries, pass by the Nejjarine Fountain, and explore thirteenth-century Madrasas. Purchase a few items in the Attarine Souk. The tour continues with stops at Bab Boujloud, the King’s Palace, Mellah, and the Ibn Danan Synagogue from the 17th century. Evening supper will be served on a picturesque bluff overlooking the city’s center.

Day 4: Fes – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz valley – Merzouga:

We have an entire day to explore the unique and captivating landscapes that make the six-day voyage from Tangier so special. Be active for Barbary monkeys as you go through the cedar and pine forests. Before arriving at the dunes of the Sahara Desert, cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, the pre-desert landscape, and the deep gorges with a majestic oasis of verdant palm trees. We spend the night in a hotel near the desert.

Day 5: Merzouga desert tour:

Today, we will travel deeper into the Erg Chebbi desert. We will visit the nomads and the town of Khamlia, where you can enjoy Gnaoua music, before parking our cars and riding camels to a nomadic desert camp, which is only 1 hour and 30 minutes away. We are going to watch the sunset from atop the huge dunes. As soon as we arrive, we will enjoy a delicious meal with the locals while listening to Berber drummers perform under the stars.

Day 6: Merzouga-Rissani-Tinghir-Dades gorges:

Today, we will leave for the breathtaking Dades Valley by traveling through Rissani and Erfoud, a town known for its petrified marbles, where you will see a workshop producing marble fossils. The majority of the villagers on the other side of the river, attracted by the tourism industry, live in more modern homes. Then, we travel to Dades via the Todra Gorge, a beautiful location for hiking and wandering on our own. Spend the night in a Riad.

Day 7: Dades Gorges – Ouarzazatte – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech:

We will visit Ait Benhaddou, a “fortified kasbah” located on the historic trade route between the Sahara and Marrakech. On a hill overlooking the Ouarzazate River, it’s made up of several inhabited kasbahs. The UNESCO World Heritage Site has appeared in a number of films, including Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and Game of Thrones. After lunch, we cross the High Atlas Mountains to reach Marrakech. Overnight in a Riad.

Day 8: Marrakech guided tour:

On day 8, we are going to visit Marrakech, which is the final destination for the majority of tourists. As verified by the structures in the medieval medina, this charming city is an amazing combination of modern and traditional Moroccan architecture. Begin your journey by visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Jamaa el Fna Square. You can get drinks from one of the dozens of sellers and then see snake charmers, acrobats, storytellers, and artists perform… Aside from the neighborhood, there are a few notable institutions, including Dar Sidi Said and Bahia Palace. You will have leisure time to explore the city’s streets in the afternoon. Your 8 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech concludes.