8 days Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech

This 8 days Morocco tour takes you from Tangier to Marrakech, showcasing Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes and cultural treasures. Experience the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, the medieval medina of Fes, and the golden dunes of Merzouga. The journey includes visits to imperial cities, dramatic gorges, rose valleys, offering the perfect balance of adventure, history, and relaxation.

Highlights of Your 8 days Morocco tour from Tangier:

✔ Tangier & Rif Mountains – Coastal charm and scenic mountain drives
✔ Chefchaouen – Morocco’s famous “Blue Pearl”
✔ Volubilis – UNESCO-listed Roman archaeological site
✔ Fes Medina – Ancient streets, tanneries, and historic mosques
✔ Ifrane & Cedar Forest – “Moroccan Switzerland” and wild Barbary macaques
✔ Merzouga Desert – Sunset camel trek & luxury desert camp
✔ Gnawa Music & Nomadic Culture – Authentic Sahara experiences
✔ Todra & Dades Gorges – Towering cliffs and dramatic rock formations
✔ Valley of Roses – Fragrant rose fields and local distilleries
✔ Ait Benhaddou – UNESCO kasbah & famous film location
✔ Marrakech Sightseeing – Palaces, gardens, and vibrant souks

Day 1: Tangier to Chefchaouen

Your Moroccan adventure begins with a pickup from Tangier airport or your accommodation. We’ll drive south through the scenic Rif Mountains, making several stops for panoramic photos of the lush landscapes. By early afternoon, we’ll arrive in Chefchaouen, the famous “Blue Pearl” of Morocco. After checking into your riad in the historic medina, you’ll have free time to explore the photogenic blue-washed alleyways at your leisure. The evening is yours to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this mountain town.

Day 2: Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis and Meknes

After breakfast, we depart Chefchaouen heading towards Fes. Our first stop is the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, where you’ll explore well-preserved mosaics and learn about Morocco’s Roman history. Continuing to Meknes, we’ll visit the impressive Bab Mansour gate and enjoy lunch in this imperial city. The afternoon brings us to Fes, where you’ll spend the night in a traditional riad within the ancient medina walls.

Day 3: Fes Cultural Exploration

Today is dedicated to discovering Fes with a knowledgeable local guide. The morning tour includes the Royal Palace gates, Jewish Quarter, and a ceramic cooperative where artisans create beautiful mosaics. After lunch, we’ll delve into the medina’s maze-like streets to visit the famous tanneries, historic mosques, and madrasas. The day concludes with panoramic sunset views over the entire medina from a strategic viewpoint.

Day 4: Fes to Merzouga Desert

We begin our journey to the Sahara today, crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our route takes us through Ifrane (known as “Moroccan Switzerland”), the cedar forests where wild monkeys roam, and the agricultural town of Midelt. After lunch, we descend through the dramatic Ziz Valley, watching the landscape transform into desert. Arriving in Merzouga in late afternoon, you’ll mount camels for a sunset trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes to your luxury desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga Desert Experience

Today immerses you in Sahara culture. We’ll visit ancient irrigation systems still in use today and the village of Khamlia, known for its Gnawa musicians descended from West African slaves. You’ll enjoy a traditional “Berber pizza” lunch with a local family and have the opportunity to meet nomadic people still living in traditional tents. The afternoon is free to explore Merzouga village before another magical night in the desert camp.

Day 6: Merzouga to Dades Valley

After sunrise over the dunes and breakfast at camp, we depart for Dades Valley. En route, we’ll stop in Rissani to visit its traditional market (on market days) and see remnants of the ancient Sijilmassa trading post. The highlight of the day is Todra Gorge, where 300-meter cliffs tower above a palm-filled canyon. We’ll arrive in Dades Valley by evening, staying at a hotel with spectacular views of the “monkey fingers” rock formations.

Day 7: Dades Valley to Marrakech

Our journey continues through the Valley of Roses, where thousands of rose bushes bloom each spring. We’ll visit Skoura’s impressive palm grove before reaching Ait Benhaddou, the famous kasbah featured in many Hollywood films. After lunch, we cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass, arriving in Marrakech by evening. You’ll spend the night in a riad within the medina walls.

Day 8: Marrakech Departure

Your Moroccan journey concludes today with a transfer to Marrakech airport based on your flight schedule. We’ll ensure you arrive with plenty of time for check-in and security procedures, leaving you with unforgettable memories of your 8-day adventure.