12-Day Private Real Morocco Grand Tour from Tangier: Chefchaouen, Fes, Sahara & Marrakech
€ 1.050
The complete Morocco in 12 private days from Tangier: Cap Spartel and blue Chefchaouen, Roman Volubilis, two nights in Fes, two nights in the Sahara, the gorges and Aït Ben Haddou, three nights in Marrakech, then back north via Casablanca, Rabat and Asilah.
From €1,050 per person
The van and the driver-guide cost the same for 1 or 6 travellers, so the more you are, the less each person pays.
- ⚓ Tangier and Chefchaouen – Cap Spartel, the Caves of Hercules and the blue city of the Rif.
- 🏺 Volubilis, Meknes and Fes, with a half-day guided walk in the Fes medina.
- 🐪 Two nights in Merzouga – a desert day, a sunset camel trek and a night in a desert camp.
- 🏞️ Todra and Dades gorges, Aït Ben Haddou and the High Atlas.
- 🕌 Three nights in Marrakech, with a half-day guided medina walk and a free day.
- 🌊 Casablanca, Rabat and Asilah on the way back to Tangier.
- 🗣️ English/French-speaking driver-guide included.
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From Tangier to the Sahara and back: Morocco in 12 days
Chefchaouen, Fes, two nights in the desert, three in Marrakech and the Atlantic coast on the way back, on a private loop from Tangier.
Days 1–3. Your driver-guide meets you at the ferry port, at Tangier airport or at your hotel. On day 2, the kasbah of Tangier, Cap Spartel and the Caves of Hercules, then the Rif and Chefchaouen. On day 3, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes on the way to Fes.
Days 4–6. A morning in the Fes medina with a licensed local guide: the tanneries, the craft quarters, the madrasas. Then the Middle Atlas: Ifrane, the cedar forest of Azrou and its Barbary macaques, the Ziz Valley and Merzouga. On day 6, Khamlia and Rissani, then a camel ride at sunset and a night at the camp.
Days 7–8. Sunrise over the dunes, the Todra Gorge and the hairpin bends of the Dades. The next day, the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, Aït Ben Haddou and the Tizi n’Tichka pass take you to Marrakech.
Days 9–12. A guided walk in the Marrakech medina, then a free day for gardens, a hammam or a cooking class. On day 11, the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and a night in Rabat. On day 12, the white medina of Asilah, then drop-off in Tangier in the afternoon, at the port, the airport or your hotel.
Your route at a glance
Day-by-day itinerary
Tap a day to see the details.
Day 1 · Arrival in Tangier
Your driver-guide meets you at the ferry port, at Tangier airport or at your hotel and takes you to your accommodation. Enjoy a first evening by the bay or in the cafés of the old town.
Day 2 · Tangier → Cap Spartel → Chefchaouen
Morning in Tangier: the old kasbah and medina above the Strait of Gibraltar, Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and the Caves of Hercules.
Drive south-east into the Rif mountains and arrive in blue Chefchaouen in the late afternoon, with time for a first walk through the lanes.
Day 3 · Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
Enjoy a morning walk through the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, then drive south to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO site with mosaics still in place.
Pass the holy hill town of Moulay Idriss and the imperial gates of Meknes, and arrive in Fes for dinner and the night.
Day 4 · Fes – the medina
Spend the morning with a licensed local guide in Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO-listed maze of thousands of lanes: the famous leather tanneries, the craft quarters, madrasas and fountains.
The afternoon is free to shop in the souks or relax in your riad.
Day 5 · Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Cross the Middle Atlas via Ifrane and the cedar forest of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques, then the high plateau around Midelt.
Follow the palm groves of the Ziz Valley down to Erfoud and Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes, for dinner and the night.
Day 6 · A day in the Sahara
Explore the desert with your driver-guide: the village of Khamlia, known for its Gnawa music, nomad families on the edge of the dunes and the old caravan town of Rissani. Quad biking or a 4×4 dune tour can be booked on the spot (optional).
In the late afternoon, climb on your camel and ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes as the sun goes down. Try sandboarding, then enjoy dinner at the camp under the stars.
Day 7 · Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then have breakfast at the camp. Drive via Rissani to Tinghir and walk between the 300-metre walls of the Todra Gorge.
Continue to the Dades Valley and drive up the hairpin bends of the gorge before dinner and the night.
Day 8 · Dades Valley → Aït Ben Haddou → Marrakech
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs past Skoura and Ouarzazate to Aït Ben Haddou and explore the old fortified village on foot.
Cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n’Tichka pass and arrive at your riad or hotel in Marrakech in the evening.
Day 9 · Marrakech – guided medina walk
In the morning, a licensed local guide shows you the highlights of the Marrakech medina: the Koutoubia, the souks and the old palaces.
The afternoon is free for gardens, a hammam or last souvenirs.
Day 10 · Free day in Marrakech
A day at your own pace: gardens, museums, a cooking class or a hammam. Prefer the ocean? A day trip to Essaouira can be added on request.
Day 11 · Marrakech → Casablanca → Rabat
Drive north by the motorway to Casablanca and see the Hassan II Mosque by the ocean – its interior can be visited on a guided tour at set times (ticket not included).
Continue to Rabat for dinner and the night. If time allows, take an evening walk in the Kasbah of the Udayas.
Day 12 · Rabat → Asilah → Tangier
Morning visit of Rabat – the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V – then drive up the coast to Asilah for a walk in its white medina above the sea.
Arrive in Tangier in the afternoon: drop-off at the ferry port, the airport or your hotel. Please book a ferry or flight for the late afternoon or evening – we’ll help you plan the timing.
Prices per person
| Travellers | Price per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €3,185 | €3,185 |
| 2 travellers | €1,795 | €3,590 |
| 3 travellers | €1,425 | €4,275 |
| 4 travellers | €1,240 | €4,960 |
| 5 travellers | €1,125 | €5,625 |
| 6+ travellers | €1,050 | €1,050 × number of travellers |
| More than 8 travellers | On request |
The van and the driver-guide cost the same for 1 or 6 travellers, so the more you are, the less each person pays.
What’s included
- ✅ Private air-conditioned van with a professional driver
- ✅ English- or French-speaking driver-guide for the whole tour
- ✅ Fuel and tolls
- ✅ 10 nights in riads, hotels or guesthouses (3–4★ standard): Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes (2), Merzouga, Dades Valley, Marrakech (3) and Rabat
- ✅ 1 night in a desert camp in Merzouga, in a private tent with its own bathroom
- ✅ Pick-up and drop-off at Tangier port, airport or hotel
- ✅ Licensed local guide for a half-day walk in the Fes medina
- ✅ Licensed local guide for a half-day walk in the Marrakech medina
- ✅ Breakfast and dinner as shown in the itinerary
- ✅ Camel trek into the dunes at sunset
- ✅ Sandboarding fun on the dunes
Not included
- ❌ Lunches
- ❌ Drinks
- ❌ Monument entrance fees (e.g. Volubilis, madrasas, the Hassan II Mosque interior)
- ❌ Local guides at other sites (optional, on request)
- ❌ Tips
- ❌ Travel insurance
Optional upgrades
- 🛏️ Single room – your own room and tent: +€25 per night (+€275 for this tour). Already included for solo travellers.
- 🌙 Extra night – add a night anywhere on the route and travel at a slower pace: price on request.
Good to know
- 🎒 What to bring: comfortable walking shoes for the medinas, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen and a light jacket for the evenings.
- 🕌 Mosques and holy places: wear clothes that cover shoulders and knees. Most mosques are closed to non-Muslims; the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca can be visited on a guided tour at set times.
- 🌙 Desert nights are cold – from November to March it can drop close to 0 °C at night, so pack a warm jacket.
- ☀️ Best seasons: March to June and September to November. Summer is hot inland; in winter the mountain roads can be cold and sometimes snowy.
- 🕌 Riad in the Medina? Cars can’t enter the narrow lanes, so your driver meets you at the nearest drop-off point.
- 🥗 Food: vegetarian or another diet? Just tell us when you book.
- 💳 Booking & payment: no online payment when you book. We confirm availability on WhatsApp, then a 30% deposit paid via a payment link secures your tour. The balance is paid on day 1 (in cash or as agreed).
- ↩️ Cancellation: free up to 7 days before the start date.
FAQ
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person and get lower as your group grows. For example, 4 travellers pay €1,240 each, so €4,960 in total.
Will we share the van with other travellers?
No. This is a private tour: the van, the driver-guide and the itinerary are just for your group.
Is a guide included?
Yes. Your English- or French-speaking driver-guide stays with you for the whole tour, tells you about the places you visit and helps with everything on the way. In the medinas of Fes and Marrakech, a licensed local guide also walks you through the lanes for half a day (included). At other big sites you can hire a licensed local guide on the spot (optional, paid locally).
What is the desert camp like?
You sleep in a private tent with proper beds and your own bathroom. Dinner is served at the camp, and on clear nights the sky is full of stars. Electricity and Wi-Fi can be limited.
Can we change the itinerary or add a night?
Of course – it’s your private tour. Tell us what you’d like (an extra night, a slower pace, another start or end point) and we’ll send you a price on WhatsApp.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, families are welcome. The days include long drives, so we take regular breaks. Tell us the children’s ages when you book.
How do I book and pay?
Fill in the booking form or send us a WhatsApp message. There’s no online payment: we confirm availability on WhatsApp first, then you pay a 30% deposit via a payment link to secure your tour. The balance is paid on day 1, in cash or as agreed.
We arrive in Casablanca – can we start there?
Yes – the same tour exists as a loop from Casablanca (airport or hotel). Choose the Casablanca version of this tour.
Can we end in Marrakech instead of Tangier?
Yes. If you fly home from Marrakech, the tour can end there after day 10 – tell us when you book and we’ll send you the adapted plan and price.
Can we add the coast?
Yes. Add a night in Essaouira, or finish on the coast in Agadir or Taghazout. Ask us on WhatsApp for the price.
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