7-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech to Tangier
Starts inMarrakechEnds inTangier
From Marrakech’s historic medina to Tangier’s northern gateway, this 7-day Morocco tour from Marrakech to Tangier follows a remarkable route through the High Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert, and northern Morocco. Travel privately through Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, and Dades Valley before reaching the Erg Chebbi dunes for a camel experience and an overnight desert camp stay. Continue through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains to Fes, where two nights allow a full guided exploration of the historic medina. Your journey then leads to the blue streets of Chefchaouen before concluding in Tangier, with private transportation and licensed local guides for scheduled city visits.
For your own party · Flexible departure dates
01 / Overview
Your tour at a glance
This seven-day private journey offers a south-to-north crossing of Morocco, beginning with an airport pickup and a guided introduction to Marrakech, provided your arrival time allows. The following morning, leave the Red City for the High Atlas Mountains, traveling through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass toward the historic ksar of Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. Continue to the Dades Valley for your overnight stay before heading through Todra Gorge and Erfoud to the Sahara Desert. Your Merzouga experience includes a camel excursion among the Erg Chebbi dunes and a night at a desert camp.
The route then turns north through the palm-lined Ziz Valley and the changing landscapes of the Middle Atlas Mountains, reaching Fes for two consecutive nights. A full day with a licensed local guide offers time to appreciate the city’s historic medina, traditional crafts, and architectural heritage. From Fes, continue to Chefchaouen for a guided visit and an overnight stay among the Rif Mountains. On the final day, travel to Tangier for your agreed departure transfer, with additional sightseeing possible only if your flight schedule permits.
Arranged by Aisha Morocco Tours, a licensed Moroccan tour operator operating since 2010, this journey includes six nights in selected riads, guesthouses, and a Sahara desert camp, along with six breakfasts and six dinners. A private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver accompany your party throughout the itinerary, while licensed local guides lead scheduled visits in Marrakech, Fes, and Chefchaouen. Early arrival in Marrakech is recommended, and your Tangier departure time is considered when planning the final transfer. Accommodation and service details are confirmed in your personalized proposal before booking.
- Tour type
- Private · your own party
- Departures
- On request, subject to availability
- Transport
- Private A/C vehicle & driver
- Local guides
- Marrakech · Day 1; Fes · Day 5; Chefchaouen · Day 6
- Accommodation
- Riads · Guesthouses · Desert camp
- Included meals
- 6 breakfasts & 6 dinners
Your route
- Marrakech
- High Atlas Mountains
- Ait Ben Haddou
- Ouarzazate
- Dades Valley
- Todra Gorges
- Erfoud
- Merzouga & Erg Chebbi
- Ziz Valley
- Middle Atlas Mountains
- Ifrane
- Fes
- Chefchaouen
- Tangier
Tour highlights
- Marrakech with a licensed local guide
- High Atlas, Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate
- Dades Valley & Todra Gorges
- A camel experience & Sahara camp night
- Two nights & a full guided day in Fes
- Chefchaouen & a Tangier finish
Like all our private Morocco tours, this journey can be adapted to your interests and preferred pace.
02 / Day by day
Your 7-day itinerary
Open each day for the full program, accommodation and included meals.
Distances & driving times: All driving figures are approximate and refer to time in the vehicle, not the length of the day’s visit. Sightseeing, meals, rest stops, camel rides, and camp transfers take additional time.
Day 01Arrival in Marrakech & Guided City Tour
Meet your private driver at Marrakech Menara Airport and transfer to your riad in Marrakech. An early arrival allows time for a guided introduction to the city: see the Koutoubia Mosque from outside, walk through the medina and souks, and visit Jemaa el-Fnaa Square. A palace or another historic monument may also be visited if time allows. We confirm any adjustments for a later flight before booking. Return to your riad for dinner.
- Airport transfer distance
- Approx. 6–8 km
- Airport transfer driving time
- Approx. 15–30 minutes
- Accommodation
- Riad Bahia Salam or similar · Marrakech
- Included meals
- Dinner
Day 02Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley
Leave Marrakech early after breakfast and cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping for views of mountain villages and valleys. Explore the earthen lanes and viewpoints of Ait Ben Haddou, then continue through Ouarzazate and the rose-growing area around Kalaat M’Gouna to Dades Valley, with a lunch break along the way. An optional film-studio visit can be discussed if the schedule allows. Settle into your guesthouse in Dades Valley and enjoy dinner there.
- Distance
- Approx. 330–360 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 6–7 hours
- Accommodation
- Dar Ahlam or similar · Dades Valley
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 03Dades Valley → Todra Gorges → Erfoud → Merzouga Sahara Desert
After breakfast, drive through Tinghir to Todra Gorge for a walk beneath its limestone cliffs. Continue through Erfoud, known for its fossils, to Merzouga beside the Erg Chebbi dunes. Ride camels into the dunes, with timing arranged around daylight, weather, and your arrival. Settle into your tent at your camp near Merzouga and enjoy dinner, followed by local drumming and stargazing when conditions allow.
- Distance
- Approx. 270–300 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 4.5–5.5 hours
- Accommodation
- Sahara Desert Camp or similar · Merzouga · Erg Chebbi
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 04Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Middle Atlas Mountains → Ifrane → Fes
Enjoy sunrise over the dunes if the weather is clear, then have breakfast and leave early for Fes. Follow the Ziz Valley’s palm groves north to Midelt and cross the Middle Atlas. Stop in Ifrane before continuing to Fes, keeping scenic and rest stops concise on this long travel day. Reach your riad in Fes in the late afternoon or evening and enjoy dinner there before tomorrow’s guided visit.
- Distance
- Approx. 460–490 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 7–8 hours
- Accommodation
- Riad Ghita Palace or similar · Fes
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 05Guided Tour of Fes
Discover Fes with your licensed local guide after breakfast. Walk through Fes el-Bali’s narrow streets and artisan quarters, see Al Quaraouiyine from outside, and visit Bou Inania Madrasa and the Chouara Tanneries. Explore the Jewish Quarter and Nejjarine Museum, with time to watch craftspeople working in leather, pottery, and other traditional trades. Your guide arranges the visits around opening times and makes time for a lunch break. Return to your riad in Fes for dinner.
- City driving distance
- Approx. 5–10 km
- City driving time
- Approx. 30–45 minutes
- Accommodation
- Riad Ghita Palace or similar · Fes
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 06Fes → Chefchaouen
After breakfast, travel north from Fes toward the Rif Mountains and Chefchaouen. Settle into your riad, then explore the blue-painted medina with a licensed local guide at a pace that suits you. Follow the lanes past craft shops and traditional doorways, pause in the central square, or relax on a terrace overlooking the rooftops. Return to your riad in Chefchaouen for dinner.
- Distance
- Approx. 200–220 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 3.5–4.5 hours
- Accommodation
- Riad El Palacio & Spa or similar · Chefchaouen
- Included meals
- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 07Chefchaouen → Tangier → Departure
Your driver collects you from your riad for the journey through the Rif countryside to Tangier Airport or your agreed departure point. An afternoon or evening departure may allow time around Tangier’s medina or waterfront; an early departure may require changing the final-night arrangements. We confirm the schedule before booking, allowing for road travel and check-in. Breakfast is served before leaving when timing allows. Your tour ends at the agreed drop-off point.
- Distance
- Approx. 120–140 km
- Driving time
- Approx. 2–3 hours
- Accommodation
- None — tour ends today
- Included meals
- Breakfast
03 / Accommodation
Where You’ll Stay
Six nights: one in Marrakech, one in Dades Valley, one at a Merzouga desert camp, two in Fes and one in Chefchaouen.
| Nights | Destination | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Marrakech |
Riad Bahia Salamor similar |
| 2 |  Dades Valley |
Dar Ahlamor similar |
| 3 |  Merzouga · Erg Chebbi |
Sahara Desert Campor similar |
| 4–5 | Fes |
Riad Ghita Palaceor similar |
| 6 | Chefchaouen | Riad El Palacio & Spaor similar |
| Total | 6 NightsCheck-out on day 7. | |
Your written proposal confirms property names, room categories and camp arrangements before booking. Six nights are included. Day 7 ends at your agreed departure point in Tangier, with no additional overnight stay.
Rooms that suit your party
Tell us if you need double, twin, single or family rooms. Connecting rooms and particular room preferences depend on availability. We show any single-room supplement in your quote.
Riad & camp access
Medina riads may involve walking and stairs, while desert stays require travel over sand. Tell us about mobility needs, luggage assistance and preferred camp facilities so we can confirm suitable arrangements.
For a journey with upgraded accommodation, explore our Morocco luxury tours and discuss your preferred stays with our team.
04 / What your tour covers
Included & not included
Included
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Marrakech arrival & Tangier departure transfersCollection at Marrakech Menara Airport on day 1 and transfer to Tangier Airport or your agreed Tangier departure point on day 7, as confirmed in your proposal.
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Private transport & driverAir-conditioned road transport with a professional driver for your party and the agreed itinerary.
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6 nights’ accommodation1 night in Marrakech, 1 in Dades Valley, 1 at a Sahara desert camp near Merzouga, 2 in Fes and 1 in Chefchaouen.
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6 breakfasts & 6 dinnersBreakfast on days 2–7 and dinner on days 1–6 at your overnight accommodation. Final-day breakfast depends on pickup time.
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Licensed local guidesLicensed local guides lead the scheduled visits in Marrakech on day 1, Fes on day 5, and Chefchaouen on day 6. Your private driver handles road transport. Your written quotation confirms any other local guided visits. The Marrakech visit depends on your arrival time.
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Sahara camel experienceA camel experience in the Erg Chebbi dunes as part of your Merzouga camp stay, timed according to daylight and weather.
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Visits along your routeTime for the listed city, valley, gorge and kasbah stops, subject to opening arrangements and the agreed schedule. Tangier sightseeing depends on your departure time.
Not included
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FlightsInternational and domestic flights.
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Lunches & drinksAll lunches, drinks and meals outside those expressly listed in the itinerary.
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Entrance feesPaid monument, museum, madrasa and other attraction admission, unless expressly included in your proposal.
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses & tipsShopping, gratuities and other personal purchases.
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Optional activities & extra nightsQuad biking, optional film studio visits, accommodation before or after the tour and other services outside the agreed proposal.
Visits & admission tickets. The itinerary includes the listed accommodation, meals, private road transport, camel experience, licensed local guides for the guided visits specified in the daily program and agreed transfers. Paid admission is separate unless expressly included in your proposal. Confirm arrival and departure times before booking.
05 / Price & booking
Your price & how to book
Price on request
We price this private tour for your own party. Share your dates, number of adults and children, preferred rooms and accommodation style, and we will prepare an itemized proposal.
- Your price is based on
- Group size, children’s ages, travel season, room occupancy, chosen accommodation and any itinerary changes.
- Single rooms & supplements
- Single-room costs, peak-season supplements and optional extras are shown separately when they apply.
- Before you confirm
- We state the total price, currency, inclusions and any payment fees in writing. Availability is checked for your dates.
Booking in 3 steps
- Tell us your plansSend your dates, number of travelers and room preferences. We prepare your personalized proposal.
- Agree the details & make your paymentReview the itinerary, stays, total price and conditions. Pay a 30% deposit when booking more than 30 days before the tour begins, or 100% when booking within 30 days of arrival. Reservations are subject to availability and our written confirmation after payment.
- Pay the remaining 70%If you paid a deposit, the remaining 70% is due at least 15 days before arrival. Bookings within 30 days require full payment at confirmation.
Payment options: credit/debit card, PayPal or bank transfer. See our booking guide for the complete process.
Changes & cancellation
Email us to request a change or cancellation. Changes are subject to availability; we explain additional costs before making changes. Cancellation charges depend on when we receive your email. See our cancellation policy for the rates, refund calculation and group-size changes. If we must cancel your tour, you can choose a full refund or an alternative date, subject to your agreement.
06 / Before you travel
Essential travel information
Airport transfers, vehicle & driver
Early Marrakech arrival & Tangier departure
Meet your driver at Marrakech Menara Airport on day 1. An early arrival is needed for the guided city visit; a later flight requires an adjusted itinerary. Day 7 begins in Chefchaouen and ends at Tangier Airport or your agreed Tangier departure point. Share your flight details before booking so we can confirm a workable schedule.
Your vehicle, local guides & desert arrival
Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle selected for your party and luggage. Licensed local guides lead the guided visits specified in the daily program. Your driver coordinates road travel, camp access and the camel experience. Tell us before booking if you prefer a 4×4 alternative, need child seats or require access assistance.
Days 2 and 4 involve substantial road journeys and require early starts. Day 5 is a full guided day in Fes. The day 7 transfer from Chefchaouen to Tangier must allow enough time for your departure check-in.
Walking & accessibility
Medinas, kasbahs and gardens involve walking and sometimes steps; the desert includes sand and uneven ground. Tell us about mobility needs before booking so we can review properties, visits and camp access.
Weather & packing
Bring comfortable shoes, sun protection and layers for mountain and desert temperature changes. Pack a small overnight bag for camp. Check the forecast close to departure and choose clothing for your travel season.
Meals & special requests
Six breakfasts and six dinners are included. Lunches and drinks are separate. Tell us about allergies, dietary preferences and any flight times that affect meal service.
Visits & local arrangements
Paid entrance tickets are separate unless included in your proposal. Koutoubia in Marrakech and Al Quaraouiyine in Fes are exterior visits. The day 1 Marrakech visit follows your arrival schedule; day 5 is the full guided Fes day. Tangier sightseeing on day 7 depends on your departure time.
Documents & insurance
Check passport, visa and entry requirements with the appropriate official government or consular service. Travel insurance is excluded; consider suitable cancellation, medical and baggage cover.
Help during your tour
Keep our telephone and WhatsApp details with you. Tell your driver and our local team promptly if a problem arises or your flight changes, so we can review the arrangements with you.
Personalize the route, stays & guide language
Add a night, choose a different riad or slow down the city visits. Tell us your interests and preferred pace so we can explain the options and any price difference.
Local guides can be requested in English, Italian, French or Spanish, subject to availability. We agree language requirements before confirmation.
For a shorter journey focused on the Sahara, browse our Morocco desert tours.
For currency, clothing and connectivity, read our Morocco travel preparation advice.
07 / Frequently asked questions
Questions about this tour
Is this seven-day Morocco tour private?
Yes. We reserve your vehicle and driver exclusively for you and your travel companions. The itinerary is private; the hotels, riads and desert camp also welcome other guests.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts at Marrakech Menara Airport on day 1 and finishes in Tangier on day 7. Your proposal confirms the transfer to Tangier Airport or another agreed Tangier departure point.
What arrival time is needed for the Marrakech guided tour?
An early arrival is needed to allow time for the guided visit on day 1. A later flight means a shorter visit or an adjusted itinerary. Share your flight details before booking; an extra night before the tour can be discussed separately.
Where are the six overnight stays?
There is one night in Marrakech, one in Dades Valley, one at a Sahara desert camp near Merzouga, two in Fes and one in Chefchaouen. No overnight stay in Tangier is included.
Which meals are included?
Dinner is included on days 1–6 and breakfast on days 2–7, making six dinners and six breakfasts. Lunches, drinks and other meals are separate. Final-day breakfast depends on pickup time.
Is there a full guided day in Fes?
Yes. Day 5 is dedicated to a private guided tour of Fes with a licensed local guide. You stay in Fes on nights 4 and 5. Paid monument and museum admission is separate.
Does the tour include a camel ride and desert camp?
Yes. Day 3 includes a camel experience in the Erg Chebbi dunes and a Sahara desert camp night with dinner and breakfast. Timing depends on daylight, weather and arrival time. Ask about a 4×4 alternative before booking if you prefer not to ride.
How long are the main driving days?
Allow approximately 6–7 hours of driving from Marrakech through Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate to Dades Valley on day 2, and 7–8 hours from Merzouga to Fes on day 4. Sightseeing, meals, comfort stops and camp access are additional.
Can we explore Tangier before departure?
Time in Tangier depends on your departure schedule. Allow approximately 2–3 hours of road travel from Chefchaouen, plus check-in time and any sightseeing. An afternoon or evening departure offers more flexibility; an early departure may require changing the final-night arrangements.
What is the price, and are entrance fees included?
The price is on request and depends on your dates, party size, rooms, accommodation and any agreed changes. Paid attraction admission is separate unless expressly included in your written proposal, which confirms the total price and services.
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