8 Days Northern Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech

Tour Highlights

Detailed Itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1

   Tangier - Tetouan - Chefchaouen

   Your 8-day Morocco tour begins with pickup from Tangier airport, port, hotel or your preferred meeting point. Start with a short visit of Tangier depending on your arrival time, then drive through the Rif Mountains toward Tetouan, a northern city known for its Andalusian influence. Continue to Chefchaouen, the famous Blue City. Spend time walking through its peaceful blue streets, small squares, local shops and mountain viewpoints. Dinner and overnight stay in Chefchaouen.

   Approx. 150 km3h 30min on the road
2. 2

   Day 2

   Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

   After breakfast, leave Chefchaouen and travel toward Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman site in Morocco. Explore its old columns, mosaics and ruins before continuing to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities. Visit highlights such as Bab Mansour, El Hedim Square and the old medina depending on timing. Later, continue to Fes, one of the most important cultural cities in Morocco. Dinner and overnight stay in Fes.

   Approx. 260 km4h 30min on the road
3. 3

   Day 3

   Fes Guided City Tour

   Today is dedicated to exploring Fes with a local guide. Visit the old medina, traditional souks, artisan workshops, historical schools, fountains and famous landmarks. Highlights may include the Royal Palace Gate, the Jewish Quarter, Al Quaraouiyine area, Bou Inania Madrasa and the Chouara Tanneries. This day gives you a clear view of Moroccan culture, history and traditional craftsmanship. Overnight stay in Fes.

   Minimal city drivingFlexible on the road
4. 4

   Day 4

   Fes - Ifrane - Cedar Forest - Midelt - Erfoud - Merzouga

   After breakfast, leave Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, known for its clean streets and alpine-style buildings, then continue to the Cedar Forest near Azrou, where Barbary macaques can often be seen. Travel through mountain villages and stop around Midelt before continuing through the Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and panoramic views. Pass Erfoud and arrive in Merzouga near the Erg Chebbi dunes. Dinner and overnight stay near the Sahara.

   Approx. 470 km7h 30min on the road
5. 5

   Day 5

   Merzouga - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley

   Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, leave Merzouga and travel through desert towns and palm groves toward Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most impressive natural canyons. Take time to walk between the high rock walls and enjoy the quiet oasis atmosphere. Continue toward Dades Valley, known for its rock formations, scenic roads and traditional villages. Dinner and overnight stay in Dades Valley.

   Approx. 280 km4h 30min on the road
6. 6

   Day 6

   Dades Valley - Rose Valley - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech

   After breakfast, travel through the Rose Valley and Skoura palm groves before reaching Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its old earthen buildings and cinema history. After visiting the kasbah, cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Enjoy scenic stops along the way before arriving in Marrakech. Dinner and overnight stay in Marrakech.

   Approx. 320 km5h 30min on the road
7. 7

   Day 7

   Marrakech Guided City Tour

   After breakfast, explore Marrakech with a local guide. Visit famous places such as Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia Mosque exterior, the old medina and the colorful souks. Depending on your interests, you may also visit Jardin Majorelle or other city highlights. In the evening, enjoy the lively atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fna square. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

   Minimal city drivingFlexible on the road
8. 8

   Day 8

   Transfer to Marrakech Airport

   After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech airport or your preferred drop-off location depending on your departure time. This marks the end of your 8-day Morocco tour from Tangier to Marrakech, filled with memories of blue cities, imperial heritage, desert landscapes, kasbahs and Moroccan culture.

   City transferFlexible on the road

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