This Morocco itinerary 7 days from Tangier to Marrakech is a private tour that takes you to Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, Dades Valley, Ait Benhaddou, and the Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to explore imperial cities and enjoy a camel ride in the desert.
Your Morocco itinerary 7 days begins with a warm welcome at the airport, port, or your hotel. Our guide will greet you and assist you throughout the trip. From Tangier, we take a scenic drive to Chefchaouen, a charming blue-painted town in the Rif Mountains. Once we arrive, settle into your cozy riad or hotel. Spend the day exploring the vibrant streets, lively markets, and local cafés. After a relaxing evening, enjoy a peaceful night in Chefchaouen.
After breakfast, we drive through the Rif Mountains towards Volubilis, an ancient Roman city famous for its mosaics and ruins. Next, we head to Meknes, a historic city that was once Morocco’s capital. Visit Bab El Mansour, the grand entrance to the old medina, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. After lunch, we continue to Fes, where you will stay in a traditional riad.
Today, enjoy a full-day guided tour of Fes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities. Visit the Royal Palace gates, the medieval medina, and historic sites like Al-Qarawiyyin University, Al-Attarine Madrasa, and the Chouara Tanneries. Walk through the Jewish quarter (Mellah) and visit a fortress for panoramic views of the city. End your day at a comfortable riad in Fes.
On Day 4 of your 7 days Morocco itinerary, we leave Fes and drive through Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco.” Stop in the cedar forest to see Barbary apes before continuing through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Enjoy lunch with a view of the Ziz Valley, then head to the Merzouga desert. Here, you will ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, stop for sunset photos, and arrive at a luxury desert camp. Enjoy dinner, Berber music, and a magical night under the stars.
Wake up early to watch the desert sunrise before returning to Merzouga by camel or 4×4. Visit Rissani, known for its traditional market, then travel to the spectacular Todra Gorge, a deep canyon perfect for walking and photography. We continue to Dades Valley, where you will see amazing rock formations and enjoy a night in a comfortable hotel.
Today, we drive to Ouarzazate, Morocco’s “Hollywood,” and visit Atlas Studios, where many famous movies were filmed. Next, explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a historic village seen in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, we cross the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech. Stay in a beautiful riad and enjoy dinner in the lively Jemaa El-Fna Square.
On the last day of your 7-day Morocco itinerary, explore Marrakech with a local guide. Visit Jemaa El-Fna Square, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrasa, and the Koutoubia Mosque. After lunch, visit the famous Majorelle Garden. If you have a flight, we will transfer you to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) or Casablanca Airport (CMN). This marks the end of your unforgettable Tangier to Marrakech tour through Morocco!
We offer three accommodation options to suit every traveler’s preference. Our accommodations are cozy and clean and provide essential amenities for a comfortable experience. No matter which option you choose, all our accommodations are carefully selected for their quality, cleanliness, and comfort, ensuring a pleasant stay that meets different needs and budgets. Our accommodations are divided into three categories.
We allow the possibility for our guests to mix and match between the categories, for instance, choosing standard for the first night and choosing luxury or deluxe for the second night, or vice versa.
The price of this Morocco itinerary 7 dyas from Tangier depends on the number of participants, the type of accommodations, and the season of travel. We invite you to reach out to us by filling out a contact form or sending us a message on WhatsApp. Our expert team shall answer you, providing the best price as possible.
We did a super Morocco Sahara desert trip with Marrakech Expeditions from Tangier to Marrakech via Fes, desert, Chefchaouen, Atlas Mountains. It was a lifetime trip with our guide, who was excellent and provided information about this beautiful country and offered us the best services, including hotels, desert camp, and camel riding in the desert. I highly recommend Marrakech Expeditions for your Moroccan tour. Thank you Marrakech Expeditions for all.
We did the 7 day trip with Marrakech Expeditions, and everything about this trip was amazing. Every city we visited had something different. Who knew that Morocco was such a diverse country! Our guide was so accommodating and always put our needs first.
They gave us tips that were very useful. We cannot recommend Marrakech Expeditions enough, and we will definitely be back to use their services again. The whole trip was organized to perfection—thank you so much Marrakech Expeditions!
I went to Morocco with my friend, and we booked a 7 days Morocco itinerary from Tangier to Marrakech, visiting wonderful places like Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat, Meknes, Fes, Essaouira, and the Sahara Desert. We visited all these places with our guide from Marrakech Expeditions, who was great and always with us.
If you are going to Morocco, do not hesitate, you will enjoy every moment, meet good people, experience different cultures, and see beautiful places. I highly recommend Marrakech Expeditions!
The camel ride to the desert camp takes about 1 hour each way. If you prefer, you can take a 4×4 instead of riding a camel.
You should bring comfortable clothing, walking shoes, warm clothes for the night, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a small backpack for personal items, and a camera or phone to capture the beautiful desert scenery.
If you have back or knee issues, you can skip the camel trek and take a 4×4 vehicle to the desert camp instead. Let us know in advance, and we will arrange a comfortable transfer for you.
Yes, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options are available. Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking.
The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is not too hot or too cold.
Yes, 7 days is enough for a Morocco itinerary to explore top highlights like Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara Desert, and Marrakech—perfect for a mix of culture, nature, and adventure.
