14-Day Tour from Tangier to Marrakech and Essaouira
A relaxed two-week Morocco tour from Tangier: two nights in Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara dunes of Merzouga, Marrakech and Essaouira, with the kasbahs of the south on the way
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Tour at a Glance
Duration
14 days and 13 nights
Tour Type
Private tour for your group only
Starts and Ends
Starts in Tangier (port, airport or hotel) and ends at your hotel or the airport in Marrakech
Overnight
Riads, kasbahs, a Berber camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes and a riad by the sea in Essaouira
Highlights
Tangier, Chefchaouen and Akchour, Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga and Erg Chebbi, the Todra and Dades Gorges, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech and Essaouira
Price
On request. Contact us for a free quote
A Two-Week Morocco Tour from Tangier to the Atlantic
This private Morocco tour from Tangier gives you two weeks without rushing, with two nights in most places so you can unpack and enjoy them. You start in Tangier, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, and spend two nights in Chefchaouen, the blue city of the Rif Mountains, with time for an optional hike to the Akchour waterfalls and God’s Bridge. After Roman Volubilis and Meknes, you have two nights and a guided day in the medina of Fes.
From Fes you cross the Middle Atlas to the Sahara for two nights in Merzouga, with a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes. The road west follows the Dades Gorges and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou, then over the High Atlas to Marrakech for two nights. You end with two relaxing nights by the ocean in Essaouira, before your transfer back to Marrakech. Short on time? See our 10-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech.
Tour Highlights
- The Kasbah of Tangier and Cap Spartel
- Two nights in the blue city of Chefchaouen
- Optional hike to the Akchour waterfalls and God’s Bridge
- The Roman ruins of Volubilis and Meknes
- A guided day in the medina of Fes
- Two nights in the Sahara with a camel trek in Erg Chebbi
- The Todra Gorge and a night in the Dades Gorges
- Ouarzazate, its film studios and the Fint oasis
- The UNESCO kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and the Tizi n’Tichka pass
- A guided day in Marrakech and Jemaa el-Fna
- Two nights by the ocean in Essaouira
- Argan trees and goats on the road to the coast
Day-by-Day Itinerary
This Morocco tour from Tangier can be modified and designed according to your requirements and needs. Contact us to adapt it.
Day 1
Arrival in Tangier: the Kasbah and Cap Spartel
Your Morocco tour from Tangier begins with pickup at the port, airport or your hotel in Tangier. Explore the Kasbah and the old medina, with views across the Strait of Gibraltar to Spain, then drive along the coast to Cap Spartel, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, and the Caves of Hercules. Overnight in Tangier.
Stops on Day 1
- Tangier Kasbah
- Old medina
- Cap Spartel
- Caves of Hercules
Day 2
Tangier, Tetouan and Chefchaouen
Drive to Tetouan, whose white medina, built by refugees from Andalusia, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the famous blue city, and settle into your riad. In the late afternoon, walk up to the Spanish Mosque for sunset over the blue rooftops. First night in Chefchaouen.
Stops on Day 2
- Tetouan
- Rif Mountains
- Chefchaouen
- Spanish Mosque
Day 3
Chefchaouen and the Optional Akchour Excursion
A free day in Chefchaouen. Wander the blue lanes, the Outa el Hammam square and the old kasbah at your own pace, or join the optional excursion to Akchour, about 45 minutes away in the Talassemtane National Park. A walk along the river leads to the Akchour waterfalls and the natural stone arch known as God’s Bridge. Second night in Chefchaouen.
Stops on Day 3
- Chefchaouen medina
- Outa el Hammam
- Akchour waterfalls (optional)
- God’s Bridge (optional)
Day 4
Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes and Fes
Leave the Rif for the fertile plains of the north and visit Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman city in Morocco, with its mosaics and triumphal arch. Stop at the holy town of Moulay Idriss and the imperial city of Meknes, with the monumental Bab Mansour gate, before arriving in Fes. First night in a riad in the medina.
Stops on Day 4
- Volubilis
- Moulay Idriss
- Meknes
- Fes
Day 5
A Guided Day in the Medina of Fes
Discover Fes el-Bali, the largest car-free medina in the world, with a local guide: the Bou Inania Medersa, the Al Quaraouiyine mosque and university, the Chouara tanneries and the craft souks of brass, cedar and leather. In the afternoon, enjoy the view from the Merenid Tombs. Read more in our guide to the medina of Fes. Second night in Fes.
Stops on Day 5
- Bab Boujloud
- Bou Inania Medersa
- Chouara tanneries
- Merenid Tombs
Day 6
Fes, Ifrane, the Ziz Valley and Merzouga: Camel Trek and Desert Camp
Cross the Middle Atlas through Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forest, home of the Barbary macaques, then drive past Midelt and through the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. In the late afternoon you ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes to watch the sunset. Dinner with Berber drumming around the campfire and first night in a desert camp.
Stops on Day 6
- Ifrane
- Azrou cedar forest
- Ziz Valley
- Merzouga
Day 7
A Full Day in the Sahara around Merzouga
Wake early for sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, explore the desert around Merzouga: the Gnawa musicians of Khamlia, nomad families, the seasonal lake of Dayet Srji and the old market town of Rissani. Optional 4×4 dune tour, quad biking or sandboarding. Second night in the Sahara, in a hotel or a camp.
Stops on Day 7
- Erg Chebbi
- Khamlia
- Dayet Srji
- Rissani
Day 8
Merzouga, the Todra Gorge and the Dades Gorges
Drive west through the palm groves of the Tafilalet to Tinghir and walk through the Todra Gorge, where cliffs rise 300 metres on either side of a narrow canyon. Continue to the Dades Gorges, with their winding road and the rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers”. Overnight in the Dades Gorges.
Stops on Day 8
- Tinghir
- Todra Gorge
- Dades Gorges
Day 9
The Valley of Roses, Skoura and Ouarzazate
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Kelaat M’Gouna, the Valley of Roses and the palm grove of Skoura to Ouarzazate, our home town. Visit the Taourirt Kasbah, the Atlas film studios and the hidden palm oasis of Fint. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Stops on Day 9
- Valley of Roses
- Skoura
- Taourirt Kasbah
- Fint oasis
Day 10
Ait Ben Haddou, the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and Marrakech
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in the quiet of the morning. Then cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka pass, at 2,260 metres, and descend to Marrakech. In the evening, enjoy the storytellers, musicians and food stalls of Jemaa el-Fna square. First night in a riad in Marrakech.
Stops on Day 10
- Ait Ben Haddou
- Tizi n’Tichka
- Marrakech
- Jemaa el-Fna
Day 11
A Guided Day in Marrakech
Discover the Red City with a local guide: the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Ben Youssef Medersa and the souks of spices, leather and lanterns. The afternoon is free for the Majorelle Garden, a hammam or shopping. Second night in Marrakech.
Stops on Day 11
- Koutoubia
- Bahia Palace
- Saadian Tombs
- Souks
Day 12
Marrakech, the Argan Country and Essaouira
Drive west across the plains to the Atlantic coast, stopping in the argan forest, where goats climb the trees, and at a women’s argan oil cooperative. Arrive in Essaouira, a relaxed whitewashed town with blue shutters, a UNESCO-listed medina and a lively fishing port. First night in a riad in Essaouira.
Stops on Day 12
- Argan forest
- Argan oil cooperative
- Essaouira
Day 13
A Free Day in Essaouira
Enjoy a free day by the ocean. Walk along the Skala de la Ville ramparts and their old cannons, watch the blue fishing boats come in at the port, browse the woodwork and art galleries of the medina and relax on the long sandy beach, known for kitesurfing and windsurfing. Second night in Essaouira.
Stops on Day 13
- Skala de la Ville
- Fishing port
- Medina
- Beach
Day 14
Essaouira and Transfer to Marrakech
After a last breakfast by the sea, your driver takes you back to Marrakech, about 3 hours away, for drop-off at your hotel or Marrakech Menara Airport. End of our services.
Stops on Day 14
- Essaouira
- Marrakech airport or hotel
What Is Included
Included
- Private tour for your group only
- English-speaking driver and private 4x4 or air-conditioned minivan with fuel
- 13 nights’ accommodation in riads, kasbahs, hotels and a desert camp
- Daily breakfast, and dinner on the nights outside Marrakech and Essaouira
- Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Local guides for the medina of Fes and for Marrakech
- Pickup in Tangier and drop-off at your hotel or the airport in Marrakech
Not Included
- Flights and ferry tickets
- Optional excursion to the Akchour waterfalls
- Lunches, drinks and dinners in Marrakech and Essaouira
- Entrance fees to monuments, Volubilis and kasbahs
- Optional activities (quad, 4x4 dune tour, sandboarding, hammam)
- Tips and personal expenses
Contact us to confirm the details of your Morocco tour from Tangier for your dates and group size.
What to Bring
- Warm layers, as desert nights can be cold in winter
- Sun protection, sunglasses and a scarf for the dunes
- Comfortable shoes and a small overnight bag
- Cash for lunches, drinks and tips
- A camera and a power bank
Is This Tour Right for You?
This tour suits travellers who want to see the whole country without long days on the road, with two nights in Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara, Marrakech and Essaouira. It is ideal if you arrive by ferry from Spain or fly into Tangier and fly home from Marrakech.
This Morocco tour from Tangier leaves time for free afternoons, a hammam and the optional hike in Akchour. Every tour is private, with your own driver. For a shorter route, see our 10-day tour from Tangier.
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Two nights in the Merzouga desert, the Todra and Dades Gorges and Ait Ben Haddou.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the optional Akchour excursion?
Akchour is a village about 45 minutes from Chefchaouen, in the Talassemtane National Park. A river trail leads to waterfalls and a natural stone arch called God’s Bridge. The walk takes 2 to 5 hours depending on the route, and we arrange the transport and a local guide if you choose it.
How much of Morocco can I see in 14 days?
This Morocco tour from Tangier gives you enough time to see the north, the imperial cities, the Sahara, the kasbahs of the south, Marrakech and the Atlantic coast, with two nights in most places and no very long driving days.
Can you pick me up at the ferry port?
Yes. Every Morocco tour from Tangier can start at the ferry port: we pick you up at Tanger Med or the Tangier Ville ferry port, at Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport or at your hotel.
Do I sleep in a desert camp?
Yes. On day 6 you ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunes and sleep in a Berber desert camp. For the second night in the Sahara you can stay in the camp or in a hotel at the foot of the dunes.
Where does the tour end?
After two nights in Essaouira, your driver takes you to your hotel or to Marrakech Menara Airport, about 3 hours away. We can also end in Essaouira or at Agadir airport on request.
Is this a private tour?
Yes. All our tours are private, and the itinerary can be adjusted to your pace, budget and interests.
How do I book or get a price?
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