7 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Agadir

Day 1: Tangier – Chefchouin
Early in the morning we will start our private tour from Tangier, passing through the forests of the RIF mountains and passing by the town of Ouazzan, famous for its typical Moroccan coat “djellaba”; in the late afternoon we will admire the sunset in the countryside in the blue town of Chefchaouen, symbol of the RIF. Overnight in Chefchaouen.

Day 2 : Chefchaouen to Fez.
Early rise, breakfast and a short walk through the narrow streets of the medina before leaving for the beautiful city of Fez, built in the 8th century, where you will take a short walk through the ruins of Volubilis, an ancient city influenced by all forms of Roman life in North Africa, a city that supplied Rome with many of its goods. Later a trip to Meknes, the 17th century capital with its magnificent BAB MANSOUR gate, the mausoleum of the founder of Moulay ISMAIL, the granary and the SEOUANI reservoir; a short stroll through the quiet medina is recommended. In the afternoon you will take the road to Fez; overnight in Fez.

Day 3 : Excursion to Fez.
Today, after breakfast, meet your guide for a tour of Fez El Jedd. The medieval Jewish quarter, the beautiful palace gates, the more beautiful Andalusian balconies of the Islamic streets of the houses of the Moriscos refugees after the Spanish conquest in the 15th century, walk along the city walls, visit the ceramics and some gates of the oldest medina of Morocco, the first empire still standing in the city of Fez Elbali, navigate a large maze – another experience that will take you through the ages to discover an unchanging Fez. Over 12 centuries, the architectural style and main activities have remained as authentic, people do the legacy of their ancestors, the city was founded by Moulay Idris I / and his son Idris II in the early 8th century, if you have more time, in the afternoon you can walk through the “Champs Elysees” “New City” founded in France in the 20th century Walk and have coffee in one of the local cafes and stay overnight in the same hotel.

Day 4 : Fez – Middelt – Merzouga desert
We leave for Middelt, through the Atlas Mountains and the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas. We will visit the ski resort of Ifrene and then Azra, an important craft center. We have lunch in Middelt, a town known for its mineral products and apples. In the afternoon we drive to the desert of Merzouga to visit the towns of Erfoud and Rizani. We continue our journey to Elga Chebbi in Merzouga. Tonight we will stay in a comfortable local hotel/riad and enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner.

Day 5 : The desert of Merzouga
Early in the morning you can watch the sunrise over the sand at your tent, then have breakfast, later you will go with your guide for a walk through the beautiful serpentine dunes, lunch is a typical nomadic lunch, then relax and unwind, after lunch you will be warmly welcomed in the nomadic tents around the dunes. Have a cup of tea and learn about their daily life. A four-wheel drive vehicle will pick you up and take you to your hotel, where you can relax in the hammam and have dinner.

Day 6 : Merzouga – Tondra Gorge – Dadis Valley
After a unique experience of the Sahara and memories to last a lifetime, today the roads and trails will take you in the footsteps of ancient caravanserais to the Dadis Valley and Marrakech, enjoying the scenery and the power of nature. A visit to the Tudela Gorge contrasts sharply with hiking and taking stunning panoramic photos of breathtaking valleys and gorges. Later transfer to the Dades Valley for overnight stay and dinner.

Day 7 : Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast, depart for Marrakech, bypassing the castles of Taouirt and Ait Ben Haddou. Hidden in the high Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou is one of the most impressive fortresses in southern Morocco and has been used as the setting for many movies such as Lawrence of Arabia, Jesus of Nazareth, Gladiator and many others. Continue on to Marrakech via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), which offers a spectacular panoramic view of the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 8: Explore Marrakech
Spend a full day exploring the famous city of Marrakech, the second-oldest imperial city that has been an important stop for traders and travelers for centuries. Your tour includes the famous Mayoral Park, the Bahia Palace and the Saudis’ tombs. Visit the Koutoubia Mosque, whose 66-meter-high minaret towers over downtown Marrakech. In the afternoon, visit Jemaa el-Fna, the central square of the medina that comes alive as the sun goes down: local narrators, musicians, artists, snake charmers and the smell of delicious food roasting on glowing coals. Overnight at the same hotel.

Day 9: Marrakech – Essaouira.
Cultural tour of Casablanca continues after breakfast with departure to Essaouira. Fish lunch upon arrival. In the afternoon tour of the city and Roul in the Medina of Essaouira, a former Portuguese fort known for its handicrafts, silver jewelry and inlays of tuya wood. In the late afternoon we return to Marrakech. This concludes our cultural tour of Casablanca.

Day 10: Marrakech-Airport.
After breakfast transfer to the airport for departure. This is the end of our trip to Tangier. The end of our services.