The 8 DAYS TOUR FROM TANGIER TO MARRAKESH VIA MERZOUGA is an unforgettable experience that will take you through the incredible landscapes of Morocco. Departing from Tangier, you will visit the picturesque blue city of Chefchaouen and marvel at its blue streets and houses. Then you will head to the desert of Merzouga, where you will enjoy a thrilling camel ride through the dunes and spend a magical night in a Bedouin camp under a starry sky. You will continue your journey to the breathtaking Todra and Dades Gorges, and finally arrive in Marrakech, where you will immerse yourself in the lush medina and enjoy the vibrant life in the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa square. It will be a trip full of adventure, culture and natural beauty that will allow you to discover the best of Morocco in 8 days.
Reception in Tangier. Drive into the Rif Mountains and through the town of Tetoun to enjoy a magnificent view of the mountains. Chefchaouen, also known as the Blue City, is nestled in the Rif Mountains. It is a wonderfully charismatic town where you can stroll through its relaxed streets and marvel at its funky atmosphere and impressive handicraft stores. The medina reflects the town's past Spanish influence, with a multitude of restaurants and rooftop cafes throughout the town. Overnight in Riad / Hotel.
Departure to Volubilis after breakfast. We will pass through Wazan and other small villages located in the Rif Mountains. Arrival in Volubilis and exploration of the Roman ruins. Continue to Meknes, the City of the Olive Tree, and explore its sights, such as the medina, Bab el Mansour and the shrine of Moulay Ismail. Drive to Fez for dinner and overnight in a Riad / Hotel.
Fez, one of the oldest imperial capitals in the world, was built in 808 as the first political, religious and cultural capital, and after breakfast you will meet our local guide for a full day tour. Start the visit at the Golden Gates of the Royal Palace. Later, we will have a bird's eye view of the wall of an ancient medina from a nearby viewpoint. Afterwards, we will set off on foot to encounter a plethora of repulsive sensations. We will visit several places of worship, such as mosques and madrassas, before reaching the tanners' quarter. We will continue our tour and stop at a community of artists, without leaving you a break for lunch. Fez has deservedly earned its reputation as the "city of artisans" thanks to the knowledge its inhabitants brought with them from Spain and their preservation of Andalusian art and culture. Dine at the hotel/riad and overnight.
On the FOUR day of our 8 Days From Tangier to Marrakech Sahara Merzouga Trip, we will pick you up at your hotel or riad around 8:00. To reach Midelt, we will travel through the highlands and cedar forests of the Middle Atlas.
We will pass through Ifrane, a captivating ski resort town. Cedar wood craftsmanship is the specialty of a remarkable craft center in Azrou that is worth a visit. Dinner will be served in Midelt.
Later, we will travel to the Sahara desert of Merzouga, passing the Ziz River, which rises in the eastern High Atlas and flows for 280 kilometers, carving its way through limestone rocks and creating magnificent gorges, with a flow ten times greater during floods.
The village of Merzouga, known internationally as the Merzouga Dunes, is located 50 kilometers south of the Erfoud dunes. The natural attraction is easily accessible and offers an extraordinary and moving experience.
You will ride a camel like a Touareg into the magnificent dunes of Erg Chebbi, where you will set up a makeshift camp for the night. You will dine on a traditional Berber feast and spend the night in a nomadic camel yurt.
Today begins our adventure from Merzouga to Rissani. It was once a trading center, where caravans gathered from all over. Tinghir, the next town on our itinerary, is home to some beautiful oases. We will resume our journey in the steep and narrow Todra Gorges in Morocco, where we left off. Here you can stroll along the beautiful Todra River. We will leave the Todra Gorges and head to the city of Ouarzazate. Due to the large number of Hollywood movies produced there (including Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator and The Mummy), the area has acquired the nickname "Hollywood of Africa". After admiring the Kasbah of Taourirt, you will spend the night in Ouarzazate in a hotel or riad.
After breakfast at your accommodation. The trip to Marrakech begins with a departure from Ouarzazate. Today's program includes a visit to the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986. This majestic Kasbah has been used in several movies, such as "Gladiator", "Obelix", "The Mummy", "The Jewel of the Nile", and many more!
The trip continues with a visit to the Kasbah of Telouet. We will then head to Marrakech via the highest pass in Morocco, Tizi N'Tichka (2260 meters high). We will stop to photograph Berber settlements and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the road. We will arrive in Marrakech around 18.00 and spend the night in a riad or hotel.
You will spend the whole day exploring the attractions of Marrakech. Inside the fortifications, you will discover the cultural and historical richness of this unique pink city. The majestic Koutoubia Mosque, with its square tower and gleaming copper domes, is worth photographing. You will stroll through its narrow streets, past mosques, old-fashioned bakeries, ancient inns and wood-carved fountains. The exquisite Moorish-style Ben Youssef Madrasa, one of the largest theological schools in North Africa, is the next destination. You can experience the good times in the magnificent rooms and verdant pleasure gardens of the Bahia Palace. On the second day, you will return to your hotel or riad for dinner and overnight after your trip culminates in Jamaa El Fana Square, a typical meeting place for singers, storytellers, snake charmers and entertainers with dancing monkeys.
You will have unlimited free time before we take you to the airport, depending on your flight schedule. Our services conclude with an 8 days tour from Tangier to Marrakech.
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