Tangier Desert Tour, 5 Days

Tangier desert tour over 5 days: Volubilis and Meknes, the Todra Gorge, a night in the Merzouga dunes and a guided morning in Fes before Tangier.

5 days / 4 nights

Tangier, round trip

Private tour

Your hotel or riad

Tangier Desert Tour Photos

Photos from the route of this private desert tour over 5 days: Tangier, Volubilis, Meknes, Todra, Merzouga, Fes and Tangier.

From €600 per person

About the Tangier Desert Tour

A round trip from Tangier for travellers arriving in the north. You visit Volubilis and Meknes on the way south, cross the Middle Atlas to the Todra Gorge and ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes for a night in a luxury camp.

On the way back you spend a night in Fes and have a half-day guided tour of the medina before returning to Tangier.

Read more about Fes, Merzouga, the Todra and Dades gorges, the Middle Atlas and Volubilis in our Morocco destinations guide; see also our article on the Route of the Thousand Kasbahs.

Tangier Desert Tour Highlights

Tangier Desert Tour Itinerary

Day-by-day plan of this private desert tour from Tangier and back, over 5 days.

Day 1 · Tangier, Volubilis, Meknes

We pick you up at your hotel or at the airport in Tangier and drive south towards Meknes, the imperial city. On the way we stop at Volubilis, the Roman city whose first settlement dates back to the 3rd century BC, to see its buildings, walls, the remains of its mansions, its architecture and its mosaics. In Meknes we explore the city of Moulay Ismail: the walls around the city, the Dar Jamai museum, the Bou Inania medersa, the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, the Royal Palace, the Agdal water basin of Sahrij Swani, the Kara prison, the royal stables and the Grand Mosque, with its 11 gates and 143 arches.

Day 2 · Meknes, Azrou, Midelt, Todra Gorge

After breakfast we leave for the Todra Gorge across the Middle Atlas, with its tall trees and rivers. On the way you see Ifrane, the little Switzerland of Morocco, and Azrou, known for its large cedar forest, where you can enjoy the clean air and may see the Barbary macaques. We continue to Midelt for a short break and a local lunch, then through the mountains and the villages of the High Atlas. We reach the Todra Gorge in the late afternoon for dinner and the night in a hotel in the mountains.

Day 3 · Todra Gorge, Ziz Valley, Rissani, Merzouga

We wake up early for breakfast and a walk in the Todra Gorge before taking the road to Merzouga. We cross the oasis of the Ziz Valley and Erfoud and stop in Rissani for lunch in a local restaurant, where you can try medfouna, the stuffed bread of the region. Then we drive on to Merzouga to reach the camp by sunset. After some rest you ride a camel to see the sun go down over the sand. Back at the camp there is mint tea, a traditional dinner by the fire and drum music, and you spend the night in a Berber tent, listening to the sound of the sand.

Day 4 · Merzouga, Ziz Valley, Ifrane, Fes

We wake up early not to miss the sunrise, then ride the camels back to the hotel for a hot shower and some rest before the road to Fes. We pass through Rissani and the Ziz Valley and stop for a walk and lunch in a Berber village, where you can meet the local people and learn about their way of life. Then we continue towards Fes, with stops along the way, and arrive in the evening for dinner and the night in a traditional riad.

Day 5 · Fes medina guided tour, Tangier

Today starts with a half-day guided tour of the old medina of Fes, one of the largest walled medinas in the world. You walk along narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, spices, woven Berber carpets and crafts. We visit the Qarawiyyin mosque, founded in 859 by Fatima al Fihri, the Andalusian mosque from the year 860, fountains such as the Nejjarine fountain, the medersas, Koranic schools built from the 13th century, the Batha palace, now a museum of arts and traditions, the Chouara tannery, the Attarine souk and the Bab Boujloud gate with its blue and green tiles. After lunch we drive back to Tangier, with stops on the way, and drop you off at your hotel.

What's Included in the Tangier Desert Tour

The price covers transport, your driver-guide, the camel trek, accommodation and breakfast and dinner; lunch, drinks and entrance fees are extra.

Included

Not included

Tangier Desert Tour FAQ

Answers about pickup, the desert camp, meals, changes to the route and booking.

Is the Tangier Desert Tour private?

Yes. Only you and your travel companions, with your own driver-guide and vehicle. You set the pace and choose where to stop.

Where does the Tangier Desert Tour start and end?

Your driver picks you up at your hotel or riad in Tangier and brings you back there 5 days later. We agree the pickup time with you when you book.

What is the desert camp like?

You spend the night in a luxury tented camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga, with dinner, breakfast and an evening of Berber drum music. Tell us if you have special requests for the camp.

Which meals are included?

Breakfast and dinner are included every day. Lunch and drinks are not included; your driver stops at local restaurants along the way.

Can we change the Tangier Desert Tour itinerary?

Yes. Because the tour is private we can add a night, change hotels or adjust the route. Tell us what you would like in your enquiry.

What should we bring?

Comfortable shoes, a warm layer for the evening in the desert, sunglasses, sun cream and a scarf. A small overnight bag is easier on the camel ride.

How do I book the Tangier Desert Tour?

Send a free enquiry with your dates from this page and we reply with availability and the price. When online booking is open for this tour you can also reserve it straight away by paying a 30% deposit with PayPal; the rest is paid on the first day of the tour.

Tangier Desert Tour Reviews

What our guests say about their private tours with Fes Luxury Tours. You can read all our guest reviews on Tripadvisor.

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Terence B Tripadvisor · May 2026

Enjoyable and wonderful tour

We started our holiday in Seville and took the ferry from Tarifa, Spain to Tangier, Morocco. We found out not many private tours starting from Tangier. Luckily we found that Fes Luxury Tour has that service. We received quick response from the manager. She asked our plan and organized a stress free itinerary for us. Even though we spent a long time on the road, the car is comfortable and the driver was driving carefully on the whole 6 days’ journey. We are very happy for the tour and have no hesitation to recommend their services.

Tammy L Tripadvisor · September 2026

4 days Luxury tour from Fes to Marrakesh

The whole experience was excellent, it was stress free and easy. From booking to pick up, tour and hotels were all excellent. Our driver/guide Ayoub was very helpful and accommodating. He was a very thoughtful and careful driver. He explained things, culture and places of interests to us throughout the trip. He also goes out of his way to help us at the end of our tour when getting to the hotel that I booked myself in Marrakesh . We did have a different guide on the second day of the desert doing the 4x4 expereince and he was also excellent. I highly recommend booking with Fes Luxury tour and using their service. Their cars were very comfortable and clean. It makes life so much easier. The hotel choices were also very good. Thank you for making our trip so much more enjoyable and stress free for us. If it hadn't been with Ayoub, I don't think we would had been able to navigate through the mayhem of the Rissini Sunday Market, it was interesting to see a real local market in action from farm cattles to produce to herbs to Toys, clothes , artesanía and daily white goods. What an eye opener.

James W Tripadvisor · September 2026

Morocco highlights

A very enjoyable and hassle-free 10-day private tour covering Asilah, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech, and Essaouira. Thank you to Siu Ha @ Fez Luxury Tour for the perfect arrangements! Our driver, Hafid, moved us between cities safely in a clean and comfortable new van whist sharing fascinating history and culture along the drive. The tour also included local guides who showed us around the Medinas in Fes and Marrakech, successfully leading us through the mazes! Without them, we might have been stuck in there forever. 😅 This was a fantastic taster of Morocco. If I return to Morocco in the future, I will definitely use Fez Luxury Tour service again, using Marrakech as a base, and to include an overnight stay in the Sahara Desert!

Winnie P Tripadvisor · July 2026

Morocco Private and Desert Tour with Fez Luxury

It's an excellent arrangement from Casablanca ,Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fez, Sahara desert, Dade valley and then Marrakech. A very comfortable, air- con , new big 7-seated car with a friend- like driver-guide,Ayoub Kara, who explains the local things and culture to us . Desert trip is a good experience with camel ride , Atv bike. there are lots of attraction in between and last stop of desert trip at Stars Hotel in Dade valley with swimming pool is a relaxing experience after desert trip Everything was really well‑organised with a balance of pacing throughout our private-tour trip. The desert luxury camp and Sahara Stars Dade Valley were thoughtfully arranged, and our driver‑guide shared plenty of local insights that helped us learn more about Morocco and its culture. Big thanks also to the travel agent's owner Siu Ha, who was super helpful with all our questions and arrangements, plus her business partner who supported us smoothly behind the scenes.

RenC EE Tripadvisor · October 2026

12-days private tour in Morocco

Thank you to Siu Ha @ Fez Luxury Tour for the perfect arrangements! We thoroughly enjoyed our 12-days private tour in Morocco. Every attraction was unforgettable, especially riding ATVs and camels, and seeing a sky full of stars in the Sahara Desert. Each Riad and hotel had its own unique charm, and the staff were all extremely friendly. A huge shout-out to our driver, Hafid, his driving skills were exceptional. The seats in the van were clean and very comfortable, making the whole trip enjoyable for all of us. Even though the long-distance drives were lengthy, we didn't feel uncomfortable at all. On the road, various unexpected situations arose, but his high level of skill helped us avoid potential accidents, and his safe driving gave us absolute peace of mind. Although our trip to Morocco has come to an end, we are still reminiscing about the wonderful memories. Highly recommended!

Norman N Tripadvisor · April 2026

Unforgettable trip to Morocco

Just got back from a fantastic 10-day trip starting in Casablanca and hitting all the highlights like the Blue City, Fez, the Sahara, and Marrakech. The Riad and Hotels they arranged for us are also very nice and comfortable. Huge thanks to our amazing driver, Hafid, who made our journey so enjoyable. Hafid was incredibly polite, attentive, and helpful with everything we needed. The Van was always clean and very comfortable for our group of four. We had a brilliant time and would highly recommend this agency and Hafid to anyone planning a trip to Morocco!