8-Days Morocco Tour from Marrakech to Marrakech

8-Days Morocco Tour from Marrakech to Marrakech

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Duration

8 days

Max People

20

Destination

Marrakech

  • Imagine starting an 8-day trip from Marrakech to Marrakech. Each day, you’ll discover more of Morocco’s culture and beautiful scenery. You begin in the busy city of Casablanca and travel to historical Rabat, colorful Chefchaouen, and the ancient ruins of Volubilis, tanger is city in northwestern Morocco. It is on the Moroccan coast at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar.
  • As you drive to Meknes and Fes, the adventure gets even better. Picture yourself riding camels in the amazing Merzouga desert or exploring the breathtaking Todra and Dades gorges.
  • What makes this Marrakech tour with MoroccanAtlastrips special? A unique experience ties all these moments together.

Main Points

  • Explore major Moroccan cities including Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes and tanger.
  • Experience camel rides and stay overnight in a desert camp in Merzouga.
  • Visit historic sites like Hassan II Mosque, Fes Medina, and Ait Ben Haddou.
  • Travel through scenic routes including the High Atlas Mountains and Todra gorges.
  • Enjoy comfortable accommodation in hotels and traditional riads with guided transportation.

Highlights of 8-Days Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca

  • On the 8-Days Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca, you’ll see some of the best parts of Morocco. You’ll visit exciting cities, calm deserts, and old places that show you the real Morocco.
  • Here are the highlights of the tour:
  • Camel rides in the Sahara Desert: Enjoy the peace and beauty of the sand dunes.
  • Traditional riad stays: Feel the charm and warmth of Moroccan homes.
  • Berber community interactions: Learn about the rich traditions of the local people.
  • Ancient Kasbah explorations: See the historical and architectural wonders of Morocco.
  • This tour is a fun and unforgettable journey through Morocco’s different landscapes and rich culture.

8-Days from Casablanca – Tour Itinerary

  • You’ll start your trip in Marrakech, enjoying the city’s lively atmosphere.
  • you’ll travel through tichka pass, Ait ben haddou, Ouarzazate, dades gorger, merzouga, Ziz valley, Medelt, cedars forest.
  • After that, you’ll visit the Fes, Meknes and the old Roman ruins in Volubilis,
  • Then, you’ll go to Chefchaouen, tanger, Rabat, casa Blanca The adventure continues with a guided tour of Fes and tanger.
  • Itinerary: 8day 7Night Trip.

8-Days Tour from Marrakech to Marrakech – Price

  • When you plan your trip from Marrakech to Marrakech, it’s good to know what is and isn’t included in the price.
  • Make sure you know these details so you can budget your money and enjoy your trip.

Included in the Tour.

  • Camel ride: You’ll go on a camel trek across the stunning desert.
  • Breakfasts: Every morning, you’ll have a yummy meal to start your day.
  • Dinners: You’ll enjoy authentic Moroccan food on certain nights, depending on where you stay.
  • Transportation: You don’t have to worry about fuel costs, they’re all covered.
  • This tour gives you everything you need for an unforgettable Moroccan experience.

Not Included in the Tour Price

  • While the 8 Days Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech covers many basics, there are a few costs you’ll need to handle yourself.
  • Knowing these will help you budget better and avoid surprises during your trip.
  • Here’s a quick list of what’s not included in the tour price:
  • Lunches and Drinks: Enjoy local eateries, but budget for it.
  • Entrance Fees to Monuments: Plan for costs when visiting historical sites.
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, extra activities, and other personal items.
  • Tips and Gratuities: It’s customary to tip guides and drivers for their services.

Good To Know Before Tour

  • Before you start your 8-day tour from Marrakech, you need to know a few important things to make your trip smooth.
  • The Sahara Desert can be very hot during the day and cold at night. Pack clothes you can layer to stay warm at night and cool during the day.
  • Wear comfy walking shoes, especially when you visit local villages and meet a Berber family.
  • Some tours go to places where there aren’t many stores or services. Bring things like water, snacks, and any medicine you need. Being ready will help you enjoy your cultural adventure fully.

FAQs About 8 Days Morocco Tour From Marrakech

What Type of Accommodation Is Provided During the Tour?

  • You’ll stay in comfortable hotels, charming riads, and even a night in a traditional desert camp under the stars.
  • Each place offers a unique experience, blending local culture with modern amenities.
  • So, relax and enjoy your journey without any concerns about where you’ll rest your head.

Are There Any Specific Cultural Etiquette Tips for Visitors?

  • Remember the phrase ‘When in Rome’? It applies brilliantly here. We should dress modestly, especially in rural areas.
  • Always use our right hand for eating or giving items, as it’s considered polite. Greeting with a firm handshake and a smile goes a long way.
  • Avoid discussing politics or religion in depth. Ultimately, showing respect for local customs and traditions will guarantee we’ve a warm, welcoming experience.

How Physically Demanding Is the 8-Day Tour?

  • It’s moderately challenging. We’ll be walking through imperial cities, exploring historical sites, and trekking in the Sahara.
  • While it’s mostly leisurely, there are moments that require stamina, like hiking dunes and moving through busy markets.
  • It’s manageable for most people with a basic fitness level, but one should be prepared for full days of activity.

How Much Free Time Is Allotted for Personal Exploration?

  • You’ll have plenty of opportunities to explore on your own during the tour. Each day, there’s scheduled free time, usually in the afternoons or evenings.
  • This allows you to wander local markets, visit cafes, or just soak in the atmosphere at your own pace.
  • It’s a great balance between guided activities and personal time, ensuring you get the most out of your travel experience.

Are Vegetarian or Vegan Meal Options Available During the Tour?

  • Yes, vegetarian and vegan meal options are available during the tour.
  • We recognize the importance of catering to different dietary needs, so we’ve made sure to include meals that suit various preferences.
  • Just let us know your dietary requirements in advance, and we’ll make certain you’re well taken care of.
  • It’s all about making the experience enjoyable and comfortable for everyone in the group.

Tour Plan

Day 01 Marrakech - Ouarzazate - Rose Valley - Dades Gorger
  • Starting from your hotel in Marrakech at 8 o’clock.
  • The road towards the wonderful Tizi N'Tishka pass of the High Atlas Mountains, the highest pass in North Africa (2260 m).
  • You will pass many Berber villages. After that arrive at ait ben haddou is Historic Ighram or Ksar (fortified village) along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh in Morocco. It is considered a fine example of earthen earthen Moroccan architecture and has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1987.
  • There you have plenty of time to visit and discover the Kasbah and have lunch.
  • Continue the way to capital of Ouarzazate-Province in the region of Drâa-Tafilalet, south-central Morocco. Ouarzazate is at an elevation of (1,160M). Nicknamed the Gate of the Desert. than to skoura valley the thousand kasbahs to rose valley, there you will discover how they extract the cosmetic oil from the roses.
  • And the completion of the first day in the dades valley, and spend the first night.
  • Overnight: Dades Gorger
Day 02 Todra gorger - Erfod - Merzouga.
  • Beginning of the second day, after breakfast at 9o’clock, the trip departs towards Todra gorger It is a series of limestone river canyons, or wadis, in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco, near the city of Tinghir. The neighboring Todra and Dades rivers are both considered responsible for carving these deep, cliff-side canyons, 40 kilometers (25 mi) through the mountains. The height of the canyon walls can vary, but in some places, it can be as high as 400 meters (1,312 ft).
  • Then enjoy the sights of Todra, continue the road to Erfod and Have lunch on the way. After arriving Erfod the port of entry to the Erg Chebbi desert dunes. Just outside the city, passing by the river or through Rissani and Merzouga.
  • Finally arriving in Merzouga, Ride on camels, cross the golden sand dunes, and watch the sunset. On this special night, you have a delicious Berber flavored dinner with Berber music.
  • Overnight: Berber Tent.
Day 03 Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz valley – Midelt – Fes.
  • Wake up in the morning to a wonderful sunrise. Camel ride back to hotel for breakfast.
  • On your way to Fez, you will pass through the town of Rissani; Dynastic center, Ziz Valley and Ziz Canyon.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant in the Middle Atlas.
  • After That Continue the way through the cedar forests, Cedar was already used from Phoenician and Roman times to make woodcraft, and to build even ancient sea boats.
  • Than you will be in Efren is a city in the Middle Atlas region, The capital of Ifrane Province in the region of Fès-Meknès, Ifrane is located at an elevation of (1,665 m).The modern town of Ifrane was established by the French administration in 1928 during the protectorate era for their administration due to its Alpine climate.
  • An hour after that, you will be in Fes the oldest city in Morocco.
  • Overnight: Fes
Day 04 10:00 AM: Full-Day Medina Tour in Fez.
  • This morning, enjoy a guided tour of Fez, founded in the 9th century and reached its height in the 13th– 14th centuries under the Merinids, when it replaced Marrakesh as the capital of the kingdom. The urban fabric and the principal monuments in the medina –madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains - date from this period. Although the political capital of Morocco was transferred to Rabat in 1912, Fez has retained its status as the country's cultural and spiritual center. If its history of architecture boasting the oldest university in the world doesn’t inspire you then maybe the traditional artisans using age old techniques of carving, copper bashing, weaving and leather dying will at the tanneries.
  • Overnight: Fes
Day 05 Fez -Meknes- Chefchaouine.
  • After breakfast, at 9o’clock depart to Chefchaouine city. On the way, stop in Meknes: one of the Imperial cities of the country and once Capital of Morocco under the rule of Moulay Ismail, it has a wonderful charm and style, with beautiful gates, palaces and mosques, all enhanced by the beauty of the surrounding countryside.
  • Our next stop finds us in Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco’s most venerated Muslim sites. It was said that for Moroccans who couldn’t afford the trip to Mecca, then to travel five times in one’s life to Moulay Idriss was of equal merit.
  • Find beautiful mosaic floors in Volubilis, uncovered and brought to light by the archaeologists that still work on this partly excavated site. It was developed from the 3rd century BC onwards as a Phoenician and later a Carthaginian settlement.
  • You have lunch there.
  • After that you will arrive in Chefchaouine at evening.
Day 06 Chefchaouine – Tanger
  • You have special breakfast at the hotel. Before going to Tanger start by the visit of Chefchaouine, or Chaouen, is a city located in the Rif Mountains in northwest Morocco. It is famous for the magnificent pale blue buildings of its old town. Textile and leather workshops line its steep cobbled streets. In the shaded main square of Outa El Hammam is the red-walled Kasbah, a 15th-century fortress and dungeon, as well as the Ethnographic Museum of Chefchaouine. The octagonal minaret of the Grand Mosque.
  • After that go to Tanger city you will arrive at evening.
Day 07 Tanger – Rabat
  • After breakfast at 9o’clock, The tour begins with discover Tanger city, is city in northwestern Morocco. It is on the Moroccan coast at the western entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar, where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Spartel. The town is the capital of the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region, as well as the Ṭanja-Asila Prefecture of Morocco.
  • Many civilisations and cultures have influenced the history of Tangier, starting from before the 10th century BCE. Between the period of being a strategic Berber town and then a Phoenician trading centre to Morocco's independence era around the 1950s, Tangier was a nexus for many cultures. In 1923, it was considered as having international status by foreign colonial powers and became a destination for many European and American diplomats, spies, bohemians, writers and businessmen.
  • After that go way to visit the Rabat the government Capital of Morocco and home to the Royal family. This impressive city is the result of a new town built under the French Protectorate from 1912-1930s which meticulously guarded the older parts of the city dating back to the 12th Century. Spend time visiting some sites in Rabat, including the Chellah, spectacular Andalusia gardens of the Ouadaya Kasbah, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Hassan Tower, and Rabat Archaeological Museum.
Day 08 Rabat – CasaBlanca – Marrakech
  • After breakfast at 9o’clock, Departure to the city of casa Blanca the the largest city in Morocco and the country's economic and business center.
  • The area which is today Casablanca was founded and settled by Berbers by at least the seventh century BC.[8] It was used as a port by the Phoenicians and later the Romans.[citation needed] In his book Description of Africa, Leo Africanus refers to ancient Casablanca as "Anfa", a great city founded in the Berber kingdom of Barghawata in 744 AD. He believed Anfa was the most "prosperous city on the Atlantic Coast because of its fertile land."[9] Barghawata rose as an independent state around this time, and continued until it was conquered by the Almoravids in 1068. Following the defeat of the Barghawata in the 12th century, Arab tribes of Hilal and Sulaym descent settled in the region, mixing with the local Berbers, which led to widespread Arabization.[10][11] During the 14th century, under the Marinids, Anfa rose in importance as a port.
  • Lunch in casa Blanca.
  • After lunch in three hours, you will be in Marrakech the last destination in our trip.
  • Thus, your journey has come to an End.
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