8 Days to Desert Merzouga from Tangier

Day 1: Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen

After arriving at Tangier we pick up at the port or airport. We departure for Chauen making a stop in the city of Tetouan, called the Spanish city. Afternoon arrival in Chefchaouen, where we will guide for a complete visit to the blue city. Walkthrough its narrow streets and old houses painted in his blue and white blue also contemplate its beautiful panoramic views. Dinner and overnight at hotel in Chaouen Square.

Day 2: Chefchaouen – Roman Ruin – Meknes – Fez :

Morning departure crossing the mountain villages of Jbala . After about 4 hours away, we arrive in Fez, one of the four imperial cities named Marrakech, Meknes, and Rabat. Fez is considered Morocco most religious and cultural center of the country. Night on riad or hotel.

 Day 3: Fez – Fez :

Full day dedicated to the discovery of the intellectual city of the kingdom. We will visit many monuments, we also recommend hiring an official guide, who will show the most interesting places such as Medersas (Koranic schools ): Chahrij, Bouinania Attarin, souk, Fes El- Jadid, Karaouine Mosque ( the first university in the world). It is very curious to visit the neighborhood of leather tanners, where we can appreciate the craftsmanship. Overnight at hotel or Riad.

 Day 4: Fez – Ifrane – Azrou – Monkeys forest – Erfoud – desert :

From Fez go to the Middle Atlas, we will visit Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Africa, we visit Azrou Berber village known for its handicrafts, carpets and wood carving, then we arrive in Midelt (the route is followed by the Tizi Talghemt or Neck Camella, 1,907 m altitude ). The landscape is breathtaking, the mountains are completely naked, covered in a purple coat. After arrival to Errachidia, we cross solid Tafilalet palm to Erfoud. We will spend the night in the desert Berber camp.

Day 5: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Valley of Roses – Skoura palm grove – Ouarzazate : 

We departure to Rissani , then to the Ksar of Touroug framed by spectacular oasis. Then we reach Tinejdad Tinerhir and after lunch, we walk through the gorges of Todra. Then we go through the beautiful Dades Valley Boulmane and we visit Kelâa I – Gouna – Rose Valley, in full bloom during the month of May.  We arrive in Ouarzazate, we visit the Kasbah, and there is a possibility to visit Taourirt which was the residence of the Pasha from Marrakech.

 Day 6: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Talouet -Marrakech :

We will go to Marrakesh through Tiz -in- pass ( 2260m ) We will have the option to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou kasbah ( heritage by UNESCO). Then we continue our journey to the Capital of The Pasha of Marrakech visiting its kasbah Talouet. We will take the road curves Tichkaque port that offers a spectacular panorama with lots of colors on the plain of Haouz. We arrive in Marrakech.

Day 7: Marrakech – Marrakech :

We will have a morning tour of the city. Its fate is linked with that of the different dynasties that happen and its tradition of the political, economic and cultural metropolis has always dominated the history of the Maghreb, In Marrakech city, you can also see the famous Plaza Jemaa el Fna, which for several centuries is the most amazing world of popular theater: snake charmers, musicians, dancers, storytellers, fortune tellers, entertainers, fortune tellers. In Marrakech, there are countless places to visit, for example, Medersa Ben Yussef, the Menara, the Dar Si Said Museum, the Agdal garden, the Saadian Tombs and El Badi and Bahia Palaces …. afternoon and dinner in the famous square. Night in Riad.

Day 8: Marrakech – Airport:

Transport to the airport and the end of the trip.

Tour includes:

  • Comfortable transportation (4×4 Toyota land cruiser – microbus)
  • Driver-guide who speaks your language
  • Fuel
  • Hotels – riad with half board
  • Camel ride (camel each)
  • Overnight in desert camp

Not included:

  • Plane tickets
  • lunch
  • Drinks
  • Tickets of the Historical Monuments
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