8-Day Grand Tour from Tangier to Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert

8 days

Moderate

Eight days from the Strait of Gibraltar to the Sahara dunes and back to the Atlantic — Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fez, Merzouga camel trek, Dades Valley, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech, and Casablanca. The complete Morocco grand tour.

The complete Morocco grand tour, done in eight unhurried days. Tangier at the Strait of Gibraltar to Casablanca on the Atlantic, with everything in between — the blue medina of Chefchaouen, the medieval streets of Fez, the orange dunes of Erg Chebbi at Merzouga, the pink-rock canyons of the Dades Valley, the UNESCO ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, and the imperial city of Marrakech. The 8-day version (vs the 7-day) gives you two nights in the Fez medina and a proper Marrakech medina day.

Tour highlights

  • Tangier kasbah and Strait of Gibraltar
  • Chefchaouen blue medina overnight + Spanish Mosque sunset
  • Fez medieval medina (2 nights) with full guided day
  • Erg Chebbi Sahara dunes — sunset camel trek + luxury desert camp
  • Dades Valley & Todra Gorge — pink-rock canyons
  • Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate — UNESCO ksar, Atlas Studios, Tizi n'Tichka
  • Marrakech medina day — Jemaa el-Fnaa, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs
  • Casablanca finish — Hassan II Mosque, Mohammed V airport drop-off
What's included?
  • Food & drinks
  • Daily breakfast throughout the tour.
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle (4×4, minivan, or similar, depending on group size).
  • Professional English-speaking driver throughout the trip (depending on your language).
  • Fuel, tolls, and all transport-related expenses.
  • Accommodation in carefully selected 3-4★ riads, guesthouses, or hotels.
  • Guided city tours with licensed local guides in Fez and Marrakech (where applicable).
  • Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou (where applicable).
  • Camel trekking experience in the Sahara Desert (if included in the itinerary).
  • Sandboarding in the dunes (if included in the itinerary).
  • Dinner at the desert camp in Merzouga (if included in the itinerary).
  • Dinner in Dades Valley (if included in the itinerary).
  • Free time for photos, exploration, and personal discoveries along the route.
Exclusions
  • Tip or gratuity
  • Food & drinks
  • Entry or admission fee
  • International and domestic flights.
  • Lunch and most dinners (unless specified above).
  • Drinks (water, soft drinks, alcohol).
  • Entrance fees to monuments and attractions.
  • Additional local guides beyond those mentioned.
  • Personal expenses (shopping, souvenirs, etc.).
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Travel insurance.
Please note
  • Passport required
  • Dress code

Pickup time is fully flexible: we adjust to your flight arrival or hotel pickup time. All tours are private; you will not be grouped with other travelers. Modest dress recommended for medinas and religious sites.Pace, accommodation category, and stops can be customized on request. Pricing is $170 per person per day, minimum 2 travelers. Pace, accommodation level, and pickup time are fully customisable, contact us after the payment and send us (contact@yomorocco.com) your flight details and where/when to pick you up and when/where to drop you off.

What to bring
    • Valid passport with at least 6 months remaining validity
    • Comfortable walking shoes (important for medinas and uneven terrain).
    • Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses.
    • Light layers for daytime + warmer clothing for evenings (especially in the winter).
    • Camera or smartphone + power bank.
    • Cash (Moroccan dirhams) for small purchases, tips, and entrance fees.
    • A relaxed mindset and curiosity: Morocco is best experienced with both.