Best of Morocco Tour: From Tangier to Sahara Desert

Tours From Tangier

14-Day Morocco Tour: A Luxury Journey from Tangier to the Sahara, Atlas & Atlantic Coast

INFORMATION:

This two-week journey is a rich blend of Morocco’s most enchanting destinations: the colorful alleyways of Chefchaouen, the spiritual calm of Fes, the windswept dunes of the Sahara, the peaceful Atlas Mountains, and the ocean charm of Essaouira. From camel rides over golden sands to sipping mint tea with Berber families, this tour is designed for travelers who want to experience authentic culture, breathtaking landscapes, and memorable activities across Morocco’s cities, mountains, desert, and coast.

Trip Highlights

• Explore the iconic blue city of Chefchaouen

• Discover Fes, Morocco’s most authentic imperial city

• Ride camels and quad bikes across the Sahara Dunes of Merzouga

• Sleep under the stars in a luxury desert camp

• Trek scenic trails in the Atlas Mountains & Berber villages

• Learn to cook Berber bread and share meals with locals

• Experience the vibrant souks, palaces, and gardens of Marrakech

• Relax in the coastal town of Essaouira with fresh seafood and sunsets

• Visit Casablanca’s famous Hassan II Mosque

TOUR PLAN:

• Day 1: Arrival in Tangier
  Arrival at Tangier airport or port. Meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxing walk along the Corniche or explore the kasbah.
• Day 2: Tangier – Chefchaouen (Blue City)
  Travel to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. Stroll the blue-painted streets, sip coffee in the medina, and take in the town’s relaxed atmosphere surrounded by mountains.
• Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
  Stop at the UNESCO-listed Roman ruins of Volubilis, then visit Meknes, known for its monumental gates. Arrive in Fes in the evening and check in to your riad.
• Day 4: Full Day Exploring Fes
  Explore Fes el-Bali, one of the world's oldest and most fascinating medinas. Visit the tanneries, souks, madrasas, and Al Quaraouiyine—the oldest university in the world.
• Day 5: Fes – Mid-Atlas – Ziz Valley – Merzouga (Sahara)
  Scenic drive through Ifrane (Morocco’s "Little Switzerland"), cedar forests, and the Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga where you’ll hop on a camel and ride into the dunes. Enjoy a magical sunset, dinner, and traditional music around the fire at your luxury desert camp.
• Day 6: Merzouga Adventures – Quad Biking – Berber Villages
  Wake up early for a sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, hop on quad bikes to explore the Sahara’s stunning landscape. Visit Khamlia village, meet Gnawa musicians, and discover nomadic life. Overnight in a desert lodge or riad near the dunes.
• Day 7: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
  Leave the desert and drive through Tafilalt oasis to Todra Gorges, a dramatic canyon perfect for short hikes. Continue to Dades Valley through the “Road of 1,000 Kasbahs.” Overnight in a charming guesthouse.
• Day 8: Dades Valley – Skoura – Ait Ben Haddou – Atlas Mountains
  Drive through the Valley of the Roses and Skoura palm groves. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous kasbah and a UNESCO site. Cross the High Atlas to a Berber village in Imlil. Overnight in a mountain guesthouse with views of Mount Toubkal.
• Day 9: Atlas Mountains Hike & Berber Cooking
  Guided trek through Toubkal National Park. Enjoy lunch in nature cooked by a local family. Learn how to make Berber bread in a community wood oven and prepare traditional mint tea. Overnight in the mountains.
• Day 10: Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
  After a leisurely breakfast, transfer to Marrakech. Arrive in the afternoon and explore the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square by night with food stalls, music, and snake charmers.
• Day 11: Full Day in Marrakech
  Discover Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Majorelle Garden, and Koutoubia Mosque with a local guide. Wander the vibrant souks. In the evening, relax in a traditional hammam & massage spa.
• Day 12: Marrakech – Essaouira
  Head to the Atlantic coast to explore the relaxed port town of Essaouira. Visit the medina, ramparts, fishing port, and artisan shops. Enjoy a seaside dinner and sunset.
• Day 13: Full Day in Essaouira
  Start with a local market tour. Buy your favorite fresh fish and have it grilled at a local restaurant like a true local. Optional horseback riding along the beach before a final sunset in this peaceful town.
• Day 14: Essaouira – Casablanca – Tangier
  Drive along the Atlantic Coast to Casablanca. Visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque. Continue north to Tangier, where your tour concludes.

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