10 Days Tours From Marrakech

Best 10 day tours from marrakech

Overview

Witness Morocco like never before, unearthing 10 days from Marrakech and Essaouira to Fes and Chefchaouen, through the Sahara. The breathtaking 9-night experience is truly immersive and will expose travelers to very magnificent sites. The itinerary has some amazing spots:

First discover magnificent sites, such as those of Marrakech and Essaouira, passing into the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, with an opportunity to view the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. There follows a history lesson through visits to the Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah and the city of Ouarzazate. The Dades Valley and its spectacular Todra Gorges follow the thrilling Amridil Kasbah adventure. Then it’s the extraordinarily mesmerizing Merzouga Sahara desert. Be ready for camel trekking in the Sahara Delight! Expect to be amazed by enchanting sunsets and sunrises while spending the night under the stars in a desert camp. The adventure is by 4×4 vehicles across the Merzouga Sahara Desert.

Be visiting the traditional market of Rissani next. From there, one heads to Erfoud city, which is famous for fossils. Destination: Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco, and host to beautiful, aesthetically appealing cedar forests with a healthy Barbary macaque population. Explore Fes and Meknes, the imperial cities par excellence. The tour ends with a visit to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and concludes in the iconic blue town of Chefchaouen and Tangier.

Highlights

High Atlas Mountains: Scenic drives through the High Atlas range offer travelers breathtaking views of the landscape and charming Berber villages.
Ait Benhaddou: Visit the kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its very distinctive architecture and trendy Hollywood backdrops.
Dades Valley: Stay overnight in the heart of delightful Dades Valley, surrounded by extraordinary rock formations with stunning beauty.
Erg Chebbi: Ride the Erg Chebbi dunes, and pose for a photo against an exquisite backdrop with spectacular panoramic views.
Desert Sunset: Enjoy the warm-colored glow that deserts would take on when bathed in Sahara sunset rays-radiant, vivid, and warm.
Merzouga Camel Ride: Enjoy a peaceful camel ride in Merzouga, meandering across the dunes, and just in time for sunset.
Merzouga Overnight Camp: Overnight at a Berber camp in the desert with a brilliant view of infinite stars beneath the clear Sahara sky.
Berber Camp Night: Enjoy a beautiful dinner by the campfire, with music from local artists contributing to a warm and colorful atmosphere.
Marrakech Guided Tour: Explore the various souks, gardens, and palaces in Marrakech guided by the expert hand of a knowledgeable local.
Nomad Encounter: Get to know about desert life while spending time with a local nomad family in the vicinity of Merzouga.
Fes Exploration: City tour of Fes with a local guide as you explore its fascinating medina, tanneries, and culture.

Included

10 days of exclusive transportation in a 4x4 vehicle or a minivan, complete with air conditioning and fuel included.
A personal driver fluent in English will be at your service.
Expert local guides are provided for Marrakech and Fes.
Accommodation in luxurious hotels and traditional Riads is part of the package.
Spend one night immersed in the desert at a lavish camp, featuring private bathroom facilities.
Included is a camel trek, one camel per traveler, or a 4x4 transfer if preferred.
Sandboarding equipment is readily available at the desert camp.
A thrilling desert excursion in a 4x4 vehicle is arranged.
Transportation to and from Marrakech Airport is incorporated, with pick-up and drop-off services.
Concluding the journey with drop-off service at Tangier Airport, port, or your chosen accommodation.
Enjoy three exquisite dinners in Dades Valley, Merzouga Riad, and the desert camp.
Daily breakfasts are provided to start each day.

Excluded

Flights
Lunches & A Few Dinners.
Additional Activities: Quad biking, buggy adventures are available for extra charges
Personal Expenses: Any personal costs, such as shopping or tipping.
Entrance fees to monuments.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

10 days in Morocco from Marrakech. Your adventure in Morocco will begin with a transfer upon arriving at the airport in Marrakech. Soon after landing, enjoy a quick ride through the life of the city. Afterward, you would be brought to your riad, a traditionally styled Moroccan house, where you would relax and unwind for a peaceful first night.

Day 2: Marrakech – Essaouira

After breakfast, we set off to the west, with Essaouira, a coastal settlement, as our final destination. To the west lies an Argan tree farm, where we can see the trees and one of the cooperatives: if luck prevails, you can witness goats climbing the very trees! After a brief stop, admiring the panoramas, we will head towards the beautiful seaside gem of Essaouira, formerly Mogador. During our time in town, we will have free time to amble through the fishing port and absorb the atmosphere, perhaps ambling along the sea walls bearing artillery and passing through the evocative and ancient heart of the medina. We overnight in Essaouira.

Day 3: Essaouira – Guided Tour sightseeing in Marrakech

Back to Marrakech. Some of the legendary sights of the city will be seen today with a local native as a guide. Marrakech is one of the great imperial cities of Morocco, where much history resides and where fabulous architecture is found. Our guided tour includes:

The breathtaking Bahia Palace, dating back to the 1800s,
The immaculately preserved Ben Youssef Madrasa, once an Islamic learning center and illustrates typical Moroccan artistry.

Besides, you’ll make your way through the crowded Medina and its souks, buzzing with vivid displays and talented craftspeople, soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Jamaa El Fna Square, and finally take a peek at the famous Koutoubia Mosque, earning its fame as an impressive landmark along the city skyline.

Day 4: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah– Roses Valley – Dades Valley

The tour will take you through the marvellous High Atlas mountains, with views over Tizi-N-Tichka pass, with stops at several sites for the views of breathtaking landscapes and Berber Villages.

The famed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is reached fortifications are a UNESCO-listed site. This site is famous for its shooting of numerous films, including Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, and famous TV shows such as Game of Thrones. A 40-minute walk gives an opportunity to visit the kasbah and enjoy the view of the panoramic scenery from the top.

Then we continue onto Ouarzazate-“The gateway to the desert” – with free time for lunch and then onto the Rose valley through the palm grove of Skoura. Finally, we will drive to Boumalne Dades, where we will spend the night. (Dinner Included).

Day 5: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Dunes – Camel trekking – overnight in a luxury camp ( 5 hours Drive )

We have breakfast in the morning and depart for the Dades Valley, stopping at a stunning viewpoint. We then continue to the breath-taking Todra Gorges, where the Todra River carved out a magnificent canyon encased by vertical red cliffs. There will be free time for you to stroll through the gorge and take delight in the natural beauty of this unique landscape.

We then resume the journey through the lush palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, pausing for lunch along the way.

In the afternoon, we arrive at the golden dunes of the Merzouga Sahara Desert, where our camels await. Enjoy a serene camel ride across the sands, pausing on a high dune to absorb the mesmerizing desert sunset. Following this, you’ll continue to an upscale desert camp where you’re welcomed with the true Berber hospitality. After dinner, enjoy Berber drumming and dancing beside the campfire, then overnight in the camp.

Day 6: Explore Merzouga region – Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga lake – Erg Chebbi – Palm Grove

For you to be able to relish the mesmerizing dawn over the desert, it becomes essential to wake up early in the morning. After enjoying some leisure time, one should have breakfast. Next, travel to Merzouba using either camels or a 4X4, where a shuttle will await. The remainder of the day is dedicated to exploring the regions of Merzouba. This region has a lot of spectacular sites, from sweeping dunes and a wild lake to old mines, fossil fields, and stunning oases, which are all suited for all kinds of adventure activities.

With that, we go on from Merzoub, driving off-road to reach an ancient eyeliner mine. Then we head to visit nomadic families inside their hand-woven tents and avail ourselves of their way of life through enjoying Berber tea. Next is the village of Khamlia, where you can hear merry Gnaoua music and dancing that will entertain you. This area is home to people who trace their ancestry to sub-Saharan nations such as Mali, Sudan, and Niger. The time is then free for lunch at the local restaurant. After that, we will walk through a palm-tree grove, cover a few kilometres to have a glimpse of Merzouba’s wild lake, or flamingo lake. The last day has dinner, and it ends with an overnight experience in a riad beside the dunes.

Day 7: Merzouga Dunes – Erfoud – Midelt – Cedars forest – Ifrane – Fes

After breakfast, we exited the desert and headed toward Rissani, the former capital of Tafilalet. Rissani retains its importance as a major trade center in the region, with a market alive on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Following a stroll around the Rissani market, we drove to Erfoud to visit one of the fossilized‑marble workshops.

Then we went along the Ziz River and stopped to enjoy a panoramic view of the Ziz valley. For lunch, it is free time, either in Midelt or on the way. We then head for the cedar forest, home of the Barbary macaques: feel free to feed them while strolling through the woods. The next stop is Ifrane, known for its cool weather, snow, and Alpine-style houses; it’s no wonder it is also known as the Switzerland of Morocco. Finally, the night would be in Fez, giving you the evening free to explore the Medina.

Day 8: Guided tour sightseeing in Fes

After breakfast, we’ll pick you up at your accommodation in Fes and take you on an enthralling adventure into one of the most famous Imperial Cities of Morocco: Fes, the cultural and spiritual heart of the nation.

Tinged with adventure, this journey starts with a drive: first stop, visit the majestic Royal Palace Gate, then off to the Mellah-Jewish quarter. Next, you will be treated to some splendid views from the Borj Sud fortress that overlooks the ancient medina. Finally, the last stop on this leg will be Ceramic Village and School, where you will observe traditional artisans at work.

Now it will be a stroll through time as you enter the medieval medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved historic towns in the Arab World. Accompanied by a local guide, the itinerary includes treasures such as the Al Attarine Madrasa, the University and Mosque of Al Quaraouiyine, said to be the oldest continuously operating university in the world, and the colorful Chouara Tanneries, where leather is dyed by century-old methods.

By the end of your unforgettable journey through history, you will be returned to your riad for a little relaxation.

Day 9: Fes – Meknes – Volubilis ruins – Chefchaouen

After breakfast, we took the road toward Meknes, the Ismaili capital and one of the historical imperial cities. Here we visit Bab Al‐Mansour, Sahrij Souani basin, the Royal Stables, the granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. After this, we have free time for lunch. In the afternoon, we drive about 30 km away from Meknes to the ancient Roman city of Volubilis. This well-maintained site is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has an extraordinary number of beautiful mosaics distributed among its ancient columns and arches.

After the Roman site visit, we continue north through Ouazzane and head to Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains. Also known as the Blue City, Chefchaouen is famed for its picturesque streets and buildings painted in various shades of blue. The rest of the evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the town. Overnight in a local riad.

Day 10: Transfer to Tangier Airport

After having breakfast, we drive through the beautiful Rif Mountains to reach Tangier Airport, where the memorable ten-day journey from Marrakech comes to an end.

Depending on your flight schedule, you might have a few hours of free time to wander through the enchanting blue-washed alleys of Chefchaouen or even take a brief city tour of Tangier.

Standard Tour

Great value for travelers prioritizing experience over amenities.

From €750 PER GUEST

Luxury Tour

Ideal for honeymooners or anyone wanting more space/comfort.

From €999 PER GUEST

Mixed Tour

A smart balance of comfort and cost.

From €720 PER GUEST

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FAQ Hub

Is the 10 Day Tour Private or Shared ?

The 10-day tour is a private experience, ensuring that only the travelers making the inquiry will be participating. No additional individuals will join the tour. Our primary focus is on providing high-quality, personalized experiences, which is why we mainly offer private tours.

Dietary Preferences

Please provide us with any dietary preferences you may have, and we will ensure that your needs are met. Kindly inform us of your preferences in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements for lunch stops and notify the Riad/Camp accordingly, as dinners are included in the package.

What Type of Vehicles are Used ?

The Vehicle will be either a SUV (4×4) or a Minivan, both with A/C

Vehicle Details :

4×4 : Land Cruiser Prado ( up to 4 pax )
Minivans : Mercedes Vito Tourer, Ford Tourneo Van or Similar ( up to 8 pax )

For groups larger than 8, a minibus that takes up to 18 pax can be provided.

Is The Tent private ? Does it Have a private Shower ?

The Tent at the luxury camp is private, and has private bathrooms with hot running water.

Dietary Preferences

What Type of Vehicles are Used?

The Vehicle will be either an SUV (4×4) or a Minivan, both with A/C

Vehicle Details :

4×4 : Land Cruiser Prado ( up to 4 pax )
Minivans: Mercedes Vito Tourer or Ford Torneo Van ( up to 8 pax )

For groups larger than 8, a minibus that takes up to 18 passengers can be provided.

How Long is The Camel Ride?

The Camel ride is 40 minutes to 1.5 hours long, depending on which camp you are staying in.

Pick-up and Drop-off Details

The meeting point for the tour is at 09 a.m. at any location within Marrakech. If your Riad is accessible by car, we will pick you up directly from there. In case of accessibility issues, we will pick you up from the nearest accessible road point. This can be arranged upon confirmation of your booking.

At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at any location in Tangier or its surroundings.

Expenses

Currency Exchange : Euros or USD can be exchanged for Moroccan Dirham (MAD) at various locations throughout Morocco, including banks and currency exchange bureaus. Additionally, ATMs are widely available for cash withdrawals.

While credit cards and foreign currencies (Euros/USD) are generally accepted, it is advisable to carry local currency (MAD) for convenience and ease of transactions.

Meal Costs : Meals typically range from €5 to €20 per person, but prices may vary depending on the establishment.

Haggling / Price Negotiation : Haggling or price negotiation is an accepted practice in Morocco, and it is expected that customers will engage in this process. Even locals commonly participate in haggling.