Duration
16 Days
Transport
Morocco Tour
Tour Type
Day Trip
16-Day Adventure Morocco Tour
This 16-day Morocco tour is packed with adventure, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. You’ll explore bustling cities, trek through the High Atlas Mountains, ride camels in the Sahara, and discover ancient kasbahs.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Departure from Marrakech around 7:30 AM.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260m).
Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
Stop for lunch in Ouarzazate, optional visit to the Atlas Film Studios or Taourirt Kasbah.
Continue through the Draa Valley to reach Zagora.
Overnight in a guesthouse in Zagora with dinner and breakfast.
Day 2: Marrakech City Tour
After breakfast, drive to M’Hamid, the last village before the desert begins.
Optional short walk around the palm groves or ksars of M’Hamid.
Start your off-road 4×4 journey (about 2 hours) to Erg Chigaga, the wildest and most expansive dunes in Morocco.
Arrive at the desert camp, enjoy mint tea and relax.
Camel ride at sunset.
Dinner and night in a traditional Berber tent under the stars with music around the fire.
Day 3: Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 4: Ouarzazate → Todgha Gorge → Dades Valley
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 5: Dades Valley → Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 6: Merzouga Exploration
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 7: Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Midelt → Fes
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 8: Fes Guided Tour
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 9: Fes → Chefchaouen (Blue City)
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 10: Chefchaouen → Rif Mountains → Meknes → Volubilis → Fes
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 11: Fes → Ifrane → Cedar Forest → Midelt → Merzouga
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 12: Merzouga → Rissani → Alnif → Tazarine → Zagora
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 14: Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Telouet → Marrakech
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 15: Free Day in Marrakech
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
Day 16: Departure from Marrakech
Early wake-up to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Breakfast at the camp.
Depart by 4×4 across the Iriqui Dry Lake and desert plateaus.
Reach Foum Zguid, then continue via Taznakht (famous for Berber rugs).
Lunch on the way.
Arrive in Marrakech around 6:30–7:30 PM.
✅ Accommodation (Riads, hotels, luxury desert camp)
✅ Transportation (Private 4×4/minibus with driver)
✅ English-speaking driver/guide
✅ Camel trek in the Sahara
✅ Breakfasts & some dinners
✅ Entrance fees to major sites
❌ International flights
❌ Lunches & some dinners
❌ Personal expenses & tips
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Optional activities (hot air balloon, sandboarding, etc.)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What’s the best time of year for this tour?
Spring (March-May) & Fall (September-November) offer pleasant temperatures (20-30°C / 68-86°F), ideal for desert and mountain travel.
❌ Avoid July-August (extreme heat, up to 45°C/113°F in the Sahara).
What should I pack?
✅ Essentials:
Lightweight clothing (long sleeves for sun protection)
Sturdy hiking shoes
Warm layers (desert nights get cold!)
Scarf/sunglasses (for sand and sun)
❌ Avoid:Heavy luggage (space in 4x4s is limited)
Revealing clothing (respect local culture)
Is this tour suitable for children or seniors?
✅ Yes! The itinerary can be adjusted for:
Families (shorter hikes, more rest time)
Seniors (reduced walking, alternative activities)
❌ Not recommended for:Infants under 5 (due to long drives/heat)
Those with severe mobility issues (uneven terrain in medinas/desert)
Are meals included?
✅ Included: Daily breakfast + dinners in the desert/remote areas.
❌ Not included: Lunches + dinners in cities (flexibility to try local restaurants).
How physically demanding is the tour?
✅ Moderate activity level:
Light hiking (Todgha Gorge, Atlas Mountains)
Camel riding (1-2 hours, with breaks)
❌ Challenging parts:Long drives (up to 5 hours; stops provided)
Sand walking in the Sahara (optional 4×4 available).
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