A seven-day private circuit from Tangier through Chefchaouen, Fes, the Middle Atlas and Erg Chebbi, ending in Marrakech. Expect long drives, cultural immersion, a camel trek and a night in a desert camp.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the ferry or into a Tangier riad and the trip falls into motion: Atlantic wind, olive-slick light on whitewashed walls, and a driver who will deliver seven days of shifting landscapes. The route threads the Rif’s blue-washed lanes at Chefchaouen, the labyrinth of Fes’s medina, cedar forests where Barbary macaques patrol the pines, then drops into the ochre world of the Ziz Valley and the sea of Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 days
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for repeated long drives, short hikes, and a camel trek; comfortable mobility for getting on/off camels and walking uneven village streets.
Wildlife
History
The route traces centuries-old caravan and trans-Saharan trade corridors; notable sites include Fes’s medieval madrasas and Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO ksar on historic caravan tracks.
Conservation
Dune ecosystems are fragile—avoid trampling vegetation, limit night fires in camps, and use local guides who follow Leave No Trace practices to minimize water and waste impacts.
Reserve your spot on the Private 7-Day Tour from Tangier to the Desert and Marrakech today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Layer for big temperature swings
Mornings and nights in the desert and mountain passes can be cool while midday is hot—pack a lightweight insulating layer and wind shell.
Carry cash for villages
ATMs are sporadic outside major cities—bring dirhams for tips, small purchases and local guides.
Learn basic camel safety
Guides give a short lesson before camel treks—sit when mounted and keep movements slow to avoid spooking the animal.
Hydrate and protect skin
Bring a reusable water bottle and broad-spectrum sunscreen—the midday sun is strong across the plains and dunes.
Sturdy walking shoes
Support and traction for cobbled medinas, rocky gorges, and dune edges.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Crucial protection from intense sun on the plains and dunes.
summer
Light insulating layer
Keeps you warm at dawn in the desert and at higher passes in the Atlas.
spring
Daypack with water reservoir
Carries water, camera, and layers during hikes and camel excursions.