8-day Morocco tour: Marrakech, desert, Fes and Chefchaouen
Private 8-day Morocco tour from Marrakech: the Sahara Desert, Fes and Chefchaouen. Riads, a night in desert tents and a Berber experience.
About this tour
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Type: private tour
Start: Marrakech
End: Tangier
Day-by-day itinerary
DAY 1Arrival in Marrakech
Welcome at Marrakech airport and private transfer to your traditional riad. Free time to rest or start enjoying the city’s atmosphere. Night in a riad in Marrakech.
DAY 2Guided tour of Marrakech
After breakfast, guided tour of Marrakech, the “Pearl of the South”:
- Bahia Palace
- El Badi Palace
- Saadian Tombs
- Menara Gardens
- Koutoubia Mosque
In the afternoon, the famous Jemaa el-Fna square, a World Heritage Site full of life, musicians, snake charmers and traditional food stalls. Night in a riad in Marrakech.
DAY 3Marrakech → Aït Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate
Drive to Ouarzazate across the High Atlas via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass (2,260 m), with panoramic stops. Visit the Telouet Kasbah and then the famous Aït Ben Haddou kasbah, a filming location for movies such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Arrival in Ouarzazate and optional visit to the film studios. Dinner and night at a hotel in Ouarzazate.
DAY 4Ouarzazate → Valley of Roses → Todra Gorge → Merzouga
Along the legendary Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Todra Gorge, an impressive natural canyon. Continue to Erfoud to visit fossil workshops. In the afternoon, camel ride through the Merzouga desert to the Berber camp. Sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes, traditional dinner and Berber music under the stars. Night in a desert tent.
DAY 5Merzouga → Midelt → Cedar forest → Ifrane → Fes
Sunrise in the desert, one of the most special moments of the trip. Camel ride back, breakfast and departure for Fes via:
- The Ziz Valley
- Midelt
- The Azrou cedar forest (Barbary macaques)
- Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”
Arrival in Fes in the late afternoon. Night in a riad in Fes.
DAY 6Guided tour of Fes
A full day to discover Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city:
- Royal Palace (exterior)
- Mellah, the Jewish quarter
- Al Quaraouiyine University
- Traditional tanneries
- Attarine Madrasa
- Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss
Panoramic view of the medina. Night in a riad in Fes.
DAY 7Fes → Chefchaouen
Drive to Chefchaouen, the famous blue city of the Rif. Free time to explore its alleys, squares and craft shops. Night in a riad in Chefchaouen.
DAY 8Chefchaouen → Tangier (airport)
Transfer to Tangier for your flight home, taking unforgettable memories of Morocco with you. End of our 8-day tour.
What’s included
Included
- Private air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan
- Accompanying driver-guide in your language
- Fuel
- Local guides in Marrakech and Fes
- Hotels and riads with breakfast
- Dinner in Ouarzazate
- Dinner in the desert
- Camel ride (one per person)
- 1 night in a desert tent with dinner and breakfast
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Unspecified services
Why choose this 8-day Morocco tour
This 8-day Morocco tour is one of the most complete ways to get to know the country without rushing. In just one week you combine the energy of Marrakech, the silence of the Sahara Desert, the history of Fes and the blue of Chefchaouen. As it is a private trip, you set the pace: stop for photos in the High Atlas, spend longer at a kasbah or take more time in the souks.
You always travel with your own driver in a private vehicle, with hand-picked accommodation in charming riads, comfortable hotels and a night in desert tents in the Merzouga dunes. The whole itinerary can be adapted: add an extra night in the desert, start in Fes or finish in Tangier.
Best time for this tour
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the best seasons: sunny days, pleasant temperatures and cool nights in the desert. In winter the days are very pleasant, although nights in the Sahara and the Atlas are cold. In summer it is very hot in the south, so we schedule visits early in the morning and at sunset.
Tips for your trip
- Bring comfortable clothes and a warm layer for the night in the desert.
- In the medinas of Fes and Marrakech, a local guide is recommended to discover the most authentic corners.
- Carry some cash in dirhams for small purchases and tips.
- Book in advance if you travel at Easter, on bank holidays or at New Year.
What makes this private trip special
Unlike group tours, you do not share the vehicle with strangers or follow rigid schedules. Our local team knows every stage of the route: the best viewpoints in the Dades Valley, the Berber cafés for a tea stop, trusted artisans in the Fes medina and the quietest corners of Chefchaouen for a sunset stroll. We also support you on WhatsApp before and during the trip, and adapt the itinerary if you want to change plans along the way. It is the ideal way to travel as a couple, with family or with friends.
Accommodation
During the trip you stay in selected riads and hotels and, in the Merzouga desert, at a desert camp. You can choose standard, boutique or luxury accommodation; we name the exact places in your proposal.
Price
This tour costs from €910 per person, based on 2 travellers in standard accommodation. For larger groups the price per person goes down; in high season or with luxury accommodation it goes up. We send you the exact price for your dates within 24 hours.
What to bring
- Comfortable layers and something warm: desert nights are cool even in summer.
- Comfortable shoes for walking in medinas and on the dunes.
- Sunglasses, a cap or scarf and sunscreen.
- A small backpack for the night at the camp.
- Some cash in dirhams for meals, drinks and tips.
How to book
- Message us on WhatsApp or by email with your dates and number of travellers.
- Within 24 hours you receive your itinerary and final price, with no obligation.
- We adjust whatever you like and you confirm the booking.
Why travel with Turismo a Marruecos
Just you and your group, no crowded coaches.
A driver-guide who speaks your language.
Flexible routes adapted to your interests.
Personalised quote in under 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is the tour private?
Yes. It is a private trip just for you and your companions, with your own driver and at your own pace.
Can it be customised?
Yes. We adapt the number of days, the starting city, the accommodation and the visits to what you need.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp or email info@marruecosprivado.com with your dates and number of travellers. We will send you a tailor-made proposal within 24 hours, with no obligation.
How much does this tour cost?
From €910 per person for 2 travellers in standard accommodation. The final price depends on the number of travellers, the season and the accommodation you choose.
Can children come?
Yes. Because the trip is private, we adapt the pace, stops and accommodation to families with children.
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