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10 Day Marrakech to Tangier Tour: Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert & the Blue City
Description
Experience the incredible diversity of Morocco on this 10-day private journey from Marrakech to Tangier, combining imperial cities, dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient kasbahs, the Sahara Desert and the enchanting blue streets of Chefchaouen.
Your journey begins in Marrakech, where you will discover the famous medina, Jemaa el-Fna, the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs and vibrant souks. From there, cross the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi N'Tichka Pass before exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Skoura oasis, the Valley of Roses and the Dades Valley.
Continue toward the Sahara through the spectacular Todra Gorges, Erfoud and the palm-filled landscapes of southeastern Morocco. In Merzouga, experience the magic of Erg Chebbi, with a camel trek or 4x4 transfer into the dunes, sunset over the Sahara, sandboarding, traditional mint tea and an overnight stay in a luxury desert camp.
The journey then continues north toward Fez through the Ziz Valley, the cedar forests of Azrou and the mountain town of Ifrane. Explore the cultural heart of Morocco with a guided tour of Fez before continuing to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and the famous blue city of Chefchaouen.
Your final days take you through the Rif Mountains to Tangier, where you will explore the medina, Grand Socco, Kasbah and Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea meet.
This private itinerary combines Morocco's landscapes, history, culture and desert experiences in one carefully designed journey from Marrakech to Tangier.
Highlights
Discover the Red City of Marrakech with a private guided tour.
Explore the Jemaa el-Fna square, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque and traditional souks.
Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N'Tichka Pass.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover Ouarzazate and the Skoura oasis.
Travel through the Valley of Roses and Dades Valley.
Walk through the dramatic Todra Gorges.
Explore the landscapes and villages of southeastern Morocco.
Experience the Erg Chebbi dunes and Sahara Desert.
Ride a camel into the dunes and enjoy a spectacular Sahara sunset.
Enjoy sandboarding in the Merzouga dunes.
Spend the night in a luxury desert camp with dinner, mint tea and traditional music.
Explore the desert by 4x4, including Khamlia and the surrounding Erg Chebbi dunes.
Visit a nomadic family and learn about traditional desert life.
Discover the authentic market of Rissani.
Admire the panoramic landscapes of the Ziz Valley.
Visit the cedar forest of Azrou and see the Barbary macaques.
Stop in Ifrane, known for its mountain architecture and alpine atmosphere.
Explore Fez, Morocco's cultural and craft capital, with a local guide.
Discover the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.
Explore Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous Blue City.
Travel through the Rif Mountains.
Discover Tangier, including the medina, Grand Socco and Kasbah.
Visit Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Enjoy a completely private journey with private transportation and no other travelers in your group.
Discover the Red City of Marrakech with a private guided tour.
Explore the Jemaa el-Fna square, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque and traditional souks.
Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N'Tichka Pass.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Discover Ouarzazate and the Skoura oasis.
Travel through the Valley of Roses and Dades Valley.
Walk through the dramatic Todra Gorges.
Explore the landscapes and villages of southeastern Morocco.
Experience the Erg Chebbi dunes and Sahara Desert.
Ride a camel into the dunes and enjoy a spectacular Sahara sunset.
Enjoy sandboarding in the Merzouga dunes.
Spend the night in a luxury desert camp with dinner, mint tea and traditional music.
Explore the desert by 4x4, including Khamlia and the surrounding Erg Chebbi dunes.
Visit a nomadic family and learn about traditional desert life.
Discover the authentic market of Rissani.
Admire the panoramic landscapes of the Ziz Valley.
Visit the cedar forest of Azrou and see the Barbary macaques.
Stop in Ifrane, known for its mountain architecture and alpine atmosphere.
Explore Fez, Morocco's cultural and craft capital, with a local guide.
Discover the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.
Explore Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous Blue City.
Travel through the Rif Mountains.
Discover Tangier, including the medina, Grand Socco and Kasbah.
Visit Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea.
Enjoy a completely private journey with private transportation and no other travelers in your group.
Trip details
- Duration : 10 Days / 9 Nights
- Available : Every day
- Pick up & Drop off : Airport / Hotel
- Cancelation : Free
- Starting Location : Marrakech
- Ending Location : Tangier
Full detailed Itinerary
Day 1 : Marrakech Airport - Marrakech
Upon arrival at Marrakech airport, you will be welcomed by our team with a sign displaying the name of VITA MOROCCO and transferred to your Riad in the medina. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to visit the Majorelle Garden, famous for its distinctive blue color, or enjoy some free time around the legendary Jemaa el-Fna square. In the evening, you can relax at one of the terraces overlooking the square and enjoy the atmosphere as Marrakech comes alive with food stalls, music and local activity. Overnight in a superior Riad in Marrakech.
Day 2 : Marrakech Guided City Tour
After breakfast, around 9:30 AM, your local guide will meet you at your Riad or hotel and begin your guided tour of Marrakech. Discover the famous Jemaa el-Fna square, the heart of the medina, known for its food stalls, juice vendors, storytellers, musicians and vibrant atmosphere. Depending on your interests and available time, you can visit the Majorelle Garden, the Secret Garden
Pricing
Consult us according to season and number of travellers.
The Tour can be adapted to your interests, also modifying the departure and arrival points, don't miss it !
Private tour with no other travelers in your group.
Airport/port pickup and drop-off in Marrakech and Tangier.
Private transportation with air conditioning.
Spanish or English-speaking driver/guide.
Local guides in Marrakech, Chefchaouen, Ait Ben Haddou, Fez and Tangier.
9 nights of accommodation in double rooms with breakfast and dinner, except in Marrakech and Chefchaouen only breakfast provided.
One of the nights in a luxury desert camp with air-conditioning, a private shower and a private bathroom.
All breakfasts and five dinners in Fez, Merzouga and Dades.
Camel trek to reach the desert camp.
4x4 transfer to the desert camp for travelers who prefer not to ride camels.
4x4 desert excursion around Erg Chebbi, including Khamlia and the nomadic settlement.
Fuel, tolls and all transportation-related expenses.
Hotel taxes and additional accommodation costs.
Traditional mint tea in the desert.
Sandboarding in the Merzouga dunes.
Our journies are fully customizable to cater to your unique interests and preferences. Whether you're seeking adventure, culture, relaxation, or a blend of experiences, we've got you covered. Simply reach out to us with your ideas, and we'll tailor the perfect itinerary just for you.
Contact us to transform your travel dreams into reality !
Frequently Asked Questions
- PaymentThe balance is normally paid to the driver or Guide in Cash.The deposit can be paid in a variety of ways: A Transfer to our bank account (Visa, Master Card, American Express) or via PayPal.We can take euro, sterling, USD, or dirham, but otherwise Moroccan dirham is better everywhere else. And not everywhere in the country is equipped with a credit card machine so it is cash only.On the shorter desert trips, you will require a small amount of cash, unless you intend to buy souvenirs such as a turban, a rug, or fossils. Small amounts will be used for tea/coffee/soft drinks, a few dirhams for the toilet and for tips. It is helpful to have small bills and change.We recommend about 100 dirham a day according to satisfaction. On other tours it is recommended 10% of the total trip for your Driver-Guides, just so you know
- Discounts and Extra ChargesNo, there isn't because the amount of work remains the same and in high season it may be difficult to find a drive or accommodation.No, there isn't.We often give student discounts which are calculated individually and according to the season. Just ask if we are able to offer you one.No, we don't. Most of those involved in tourism in Morocco are supporting families & Nomads and peoples in the rural areas, which might be even extended families and are heavily reliant on their income.They are included in the price quoted.
- Group and tailor-made toursYes, we frequently do. We just need to know exact numbers for the logistics and whether you prefer to take the greater comfort of the 4x4s or to travel all together in a luxury minivan.Yes, absolutely and we do this on a very regular basis. Just let us know what precisely you have in mind, so that we can make one or more suggestions until we find what suits you best.Yes, of course, provided we have others with the same destinations on the same dates and they are willing to share.Never.
- Camps, accommodation and their facilitiesTraditional camps: The tents themselves are modelled on the tents traditionally used by the local nomads, and to prevent the rain, sand and dust from entering, the walls and ceiling are lined. Sometimes the door is wooden but other camps hang a traditional goat hair blanket, or a woven Berber blanket or rug. There are wooden or metal bedsteads, clean sheets and pillowcases, blankets, electric light, a table and rugs on the floor. Each family or couple has their own tent and the bathroom facilities are shared with hot water provided by solar panels. There is a communal dining area. Luxury camps: The tents are made of a very different white and black material which is waterproof. These private tents are spacious and are equipped with king-sized beds. The furnishings are equally luxurious with beautiful metal lamps and there are large tables, mirrors and armchairs to relax in, and electric sockets. Each tent has its own bathroom, with a separate shower and toilet. Meals are eaten communally in a large, beautifully decorated, separate restaurant tent.Yes, there are sockets in the tents and the communal dining area.Yes, also you will get 3/4G coverage on your mobile phone.There is no obligation to ride a camel and you will reach the camp in the 4x4.In the traditional camps, the bathroom facilities are shared. In the luxury camps, each tent has its own bathroom with the toilet and shower/washbasin usually separated from each other.Yes, you can and it will be carried to your tent for you.Yes, all bedrooms, wherever you spend the night, have their own private bathroom.When we write to you, we send you a list of the accommodation and camps we work with. These are places where we know that we can rely on the quality and the service. If you have a specific choice, we will try to book there. But if it is a late booking or high season, the most popular places may be full and we will book you into somewhere similar.
- FoodMoroccan cuisine is known for its rich Flavors, spices, and diverse influences. Some traditional meals in Morocco include:
✓ Tagine: A slow-cooked stew typically made with meat (like lamb, chicken, or beef), vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's named after the clay pot it's cooked in.
✓ Couscous: A staple made from steamed wheat granules, often served with vegetables, meat (such as lamb or chicken), and a flavourful broth.
✓ Harira: A hearty soup, especially popular during Ramadan, made with tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and various spices. It often includes meat and is served with dates.
✓ Pastilla: A Savory and sweet pastry filled with pigeon or chicken, almonds, and spices, all wrapped in layers of thin pastry.
✓ Mechoui: Roasted lamb or goat, seasoned with various spices and slow-cooked until tender. It's often prepared during festive occasions.
✓ Kefta: Ground meat (usually beef or lamb) mixed with herbs and spices, shaped into small patties or skewers, and grilled.
✓ Briouat: Triangular pastries filled with a mixture of meat (often chicken or lamb), almonds, and spices, then fried until crispy.
✓ Zaalouk: A salad made with cooked eggplant and tomatoes, flavoured with garlic, cumin, and coriander.
✓ Msemen: Square-shaped, layered flatbread often served for breakfast or as a snack, sometimes accompanied by honey or jam.
Moroccan cuisine is diverse, and these dishes represent just a glimpse of the culinary richness found in the country. Meals are often accompanied by mint tea, a signature beverage in Moroccan culture.Yes, so that you have enough for your personal needs. There are shops all along the route where you can buy fresh. In the desert, we provide it for you.Yes, it is, but please let us know in advance so that we can ensure its provision. This type of diet is highly unusual in the Morocco. - Other relevant QuestionsMost certainly. Children love it and at whatever age. We are happy to adjust trips to adapt to younger children if you wish for shorter days of car travel.No, there is no need. However, do tell the driver to discuss whether you should avoid the offroads and consult with your doctor at home about the camel ride. But there is still plenty to see and do that will not be affected by a pregnancy.There is absolutely no obligation to do so. Just let your driver know that this is uninteresting to you.
