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12-Day Private Tour from Tangier to Marrakech via the Sahara

Enter Morocco from Europe at Tangier and travel south across the whole country: Chefchaouen, Meknes and Fes, two nights in the Sahara region, the gorges, Ait Ben Haddou and then five relaxed days around Marrakech with Essaouira and the Ourika Valley..

12 daysTangier → MarrakechPrivate tourFrom €1,175

Quick facts

Duration
12 days / 11 nights
Starts in
Tangier
Ends in
Marrakech
Price from
€1,175 per person
Tour type
Private – only your group
Driver languages
English, French, Spanish (others on request)
Best season
Spring and autumn
Pick-up
Your hotel, riad or airport

Overview

Enter Morocco from Europe at Tangier and travel south across the whole country: Chefchaouen, Meknes and Fes, two nights in the Sahara region, the gorges, Ait Ben Haddou and then five relaxed days around Marrakech with Essaouira and the Ourika Valley.

Highlights

  • Perfect for ferry arrivals from Spain
  • Two desert days
  • Essaouira day trip
  • Hammam and spa day in Ourika

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. D1

    Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen

    Blue city.

  2. D2

    Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

    Roman and imperial.

  3. D3

    Day 3: Fes guided tour

    Medina.

  4. D4

    Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Merzouga

    Camels and camp.

  5. D5

    Day 5: Merzouga dunes

    Khamlia and Gnawa music.

  6. D6

    Day 6: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra – Dades

    Gorges.

  7. D7

    Day 7: Dades – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

    Kasbahs.

  8. D8

    Day 8: Marrakech guided tour

    Souks and palaces.

  9. D9

    Day 9: Essaouira day trip

    Atlantic port town.

  10. D10

    Day 10: Free day

    Optional activities.

  11. D11

    Day 11: Ourika Valley

    Waterfalls and spa.

  12. D12

    Day 12: Departure

    Marrakech airport transfer.

What is included

Included

  • Multilingual driver and guides
  • Private A/C vehicle
  • B&B in cities, half-board in Merzouga and Dades
  • Camel trek and 4WD tour
  • Insurance and transfers

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks
  • Dinners in cities
  • Entrance fees and tips

Good to know

  • The itinerary is fully flexible – add a night, skip a stop or change the start city.
  • Desert camps have private tents with beds and bathrooms; bring a warm layer for the evening.
  • Hotels are chosen for comfort and character; upgrades to 5-star or boutique riads are available.
  • A deposit is only requested once you are happy with the final plan and price.
Planning a longer trip? Our partner agency publishes a detailed version of this route – see the Tangier to Marrakech authentic tour on My Morocco Tours.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 12-Day Tangier to Marrakech Tour via the Sahara private?

Yes. You travel only with your own group in a private air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver. There are no shared seats or fixed group departures.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts in Tangier and ends in Marrakech. We collect you at your hotel, riad, airport or train station and can adapt the start point on request.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from €1,175 per person. The final price depends on group size, travel dates and the level of accommodation you choose – we confirm a fixed price before you book.

When is the best time to do this trip?

The most pleasant months are March–May and September–November (desert nights are cold from December to February). Summer is possible with early starts and air-conditioned vehicles.

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