8 Days Marrakech Morocco Discovery Tour
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades → Todra → Merzouga → Midelt → Fes → Chefchaouen → Rabat → Casablanca → Marrakech
Overview
This discovery tour is built for travellers who want to see the main faces of Morocco in a single loop. You head south first, crossing the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou and the Dades Valley, then reach the dunes of Erg Chebbi for a night at camp. From the desert you drive north through the Middle Atlas to Fes, where a full day lets you explore its extraordinary medina.
The second half of the trip visits Chefchaouen, the blue town of the Rif mountains, then Rabat and Casablanca on the Atlantic coast before returning to Marrakech. The final day is dedicated to Marrakech itself, with a guided visit of the medina, its palaces and souks. The pace is balanced, with a mix of long scenic drives and relaxed days in the cities.
Tour highlights
- Ait Ben Haddou and the Dades Valley
- Night at an Erg Chebbi desert camp
- Guided day in the Fes medina
- The blue streets of Chefchaouen
- Rabat and the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Guided visit of Marrakech to finish
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
Cross the High Atlas, visit Ait Ben Haddou and continue to the Dades Valley.
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Day 2
Dades – Todra Gorge – Merzouga desert camp
Walk in the Todra Gorge, then drive to Merzouga for a camel ride and a night in the dunes.
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Day 3
Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes
Head north through the Ziz Gorges and the Middle Atlas cedar forest to Fes.
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Day 4
Fes guided visit
Full day in the Fes medina with a licensed local guide.
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Day 5
Fes – Chefchaouen
Drive to Chefchaouen (about 4 hours) and explore the blue medina in the afternoon. Night in Chefchaouen.
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Day 6
Chefchaouen – Rabat
Morning in Chefchaouen, then drive to Rabat. Late afternoon visit of the Kasbah of the Udayas and the Hassan Tower.
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Day 7
Rabat – Casablanca – Marrakech
Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, then drive to Marrakech (about 3 hours).
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Day 8
Marrakech guided visit
Guided half-day in the medina: Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef area and the souks. End of services.
What’s included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver who speaks English (other languages on request)
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in the departure and arrival cities
- Accommodation for every night of the itinerary (hotel, riad or kasbah and desert camp)
- Breakfast and dinner on each overnight stay
- Camel ride to and from the desert camp where the itinerary includes one
- Fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and kasbahs
- Local guides in medinas unless stated in your quotation
- Optional activities (quad, 4×4 excursions, sandboarding…)
- Travel insurance and flights
- Tips and personal expenses
Practical information
Accommodation
1 night in the Dades Valley, 1 night in a desert camp, 2 nights in Fes, 1 night in Chefchaouen, 1 night in Rabat, 1 night in Marrakech (your hotel or riad choice).
Transportation
Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver. Licensed guides in Fes and Marrakech. Camel ride in Merzouga.
Departure & arrival
Starts: Marrakech · Ends: Marrakech
- Itineraries can be adjusted: tell us your dates, pace and interests
- Accommodation category (standard, superior or luxury) is chosen when you book
- Long driving days include regular photo, coffee and lunch stops
- Bring warm layers for desert nights, especially from November to March
- Final inclusions, price and payment terms are confirmed in your written quotation
Frequently asked questions
Is the last night in Marrakech included?
Yes, the seventh night is in Marrakech and the tour ends after the guided visit on day 8.
Can we spend more time in Chefchaouen?
Yes, an extra night is easy to add.
Is this tour good for families?
Yes. The mix of desert, mountains and cities keeps children interested, and the pace is balanced.
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Send your dates and group details. We reply with a personalised proposal. Your request is not a confirmed booking until we confirm it in writing.
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