10-Day Morocco Small Group Tour from Tangier | 2026-2027 Departures

Join our 10-day small group tour from Tangier through Chefchaouen, Fes & the Sahara to Marrakech. Max 14 travelers, expert guides, from $2,950. 2026 departures every Mon & Sat — book now

You don’t have to sacrifice comfort for a great adventure! On this ten-day journey through Morocco, you’ll begin in the cosmopolitan city of Tangier before exploring the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, sacred sites such as Moulay Idriss and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Discover the cultural heart of Morocco in Fes, then head into the Sahara for a camel ride across the dunes at sunset before spending the night camping under the stars.

Travel through the Todra Valley and see how local communities farm their produce, while enjoying breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains. Visit the famous ksar of Ait Benhaddou, a favorite filming location for many movies, and enjoy some of the world’s finest mint tea on a local terrace overlooking the Ounila Valley.

End your adventure with a vibrant day in Marrakech, where you’ll experience the famous Djemaa el-Fna square and feast on Moroccan favorites such as grilled meats, fresh salads, and traditional chickpea soup.

Start of the Trip
Tangier

Style
Relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Days
10

Overnights
9

Theme
Morocco Cultural Tour & Adventure

End of the Trip
Marrakech

Accommodations: Carefully selected 4* Range – Elegant Hotels, Authentic Riads & Kasbahs + Luxury Desert camp in the Sahara Desert

Transport
Private vehicles ( Minivan / Mini Bus)
Camel Ride in the Sahara Desert

Ages: Min 15

Group size
Min 1 – Max 14

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Why you’ll love this trip

  • Wander the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen and the historic Kasbah of Tangier before heading into the Sahara.
  • Ride your camel across the dramatic red dunes of the Sahara and spend the night camping under North African stars.
  • Spend some time in one of Morocco’s most picturesque towns, such as the 11th-century kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, and take a painting class with a local artist.
  • Rub shoulders with the locals in Todra Valley, Volubilis, and Fes, and gain a deeper understanding of sacred sites and the history and culture of Morocco with local and passionate guides.
  • Enjoy a knowledgeable, cultural & authentic Moroccan cooking class.
  • Enjoy the best mint tea of your life at Aït Benhaddou while discovering local culture, sharing authentic moments, and supporting women’s economic empowerment.

Pre-Trip Extension

For travelers who wish to spend more days in Morocco before the start of the core trip, our pre-trip optional extensions make it easy to visit additional destinations and plan extra day trips, excursions, and activities. For further details and ideas, please contact us or mention your interests when writing to us.

Itinerary

Salaam Alaikum! Welcome to Morocco and the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Tangier, the gateway between Africa and Europe.

Depending on your specific flight arrangements, you’ll arrive in Tangier today. A Morocco Private Trip representative will greet you at the airport and assist with your transfer to your hotel in Tangier. Your adventure begins with a dinner of Welcome & a group meeting at 8 pm.

Accommodation: 1 night

Meals: Dinner of Welcome.

Included activities:

  • Complimentary Arrival Transfer.

Optional activities:

  • Visit the Kasbah Museum.
  • Stroll through the Tangier American Legation Museum.

Special information

It’s very important that you attend the welcome dinner and meeting. If you are going to be late, please let your Morocco Private Trip – Travel agent for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Some travellers have reported being approached by locals offering excursions before their Morocco Private Trip commences. These guides are in no way connected to us and we cannot guarantee the safety or quality standards of their tours. We advise customers against joining any tour offered by unauthorised guides.

After breakfast, set off on a guided walking tour of Tangier’s old Medina and Kasbah, the fortified quarter that once housed the city’s sultans. Wander through the whitewashed alleyways, browse the Grand Socco market square, and take in sweeping views over the Strait of Gibraltar from the Kasbah ramparts, with Spain visible on a clear day.

In the afternoon, drive along the Atlantic coastline to Cape Spartel, the point where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea, before descending to the legendary Caves of Hercules. Enjoy lunch on a terrace overlooking the ocean before returning to Tangier.

Accommodation: 2nd night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation. Lunch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at Cape Spartel.

Included activities:

  • Tangier – Kasbah & Medina guided walking tour.
  • Caves of Hercules & Cape Spartel – Guided visit.

Special information

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the Medina’s cobbled streets.

After breakfast, drive south-east through the dramatic Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen, Morocco’s famed “Blue City”, founded in the 15th century and cherished for its striking blue-washed medina.

On arrival, head out on a leader-led walking tour through the maze of indigo alleyways, past the Kasbah Museum and the lively Uta el-Hammam square, discovering the town’s Andalusian-influenced architecture, artisan wool weavers, and relaxed mountain atmosphere. This evening, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at a local restaurant in the heart of the blue medina.

Accommodation: 1 night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation. Dinner at a local restaurant in Chefchaouen.

Included activities:

  • Chefchaouen – Leader-led medina walk.

Special information

Your travel time today is approximately 2.5 hours.

After breakfast, leave the blue streets of Chefchaouen behind and drive south through the rolling countryside toward the imperial city of Fez. Along the way, stop at the village of Moulay Idriss, the holiest Islamic town in Morocco, and head out on a leader-led walking tour of its whitewashed streets.

Your next stop is Volubilis, one of the most well-preserved Roman cities in North Africa. Led by a local guide, you’ll wander amongst its historic ruins and colorful mosaics, and the local guide will help you envision what life was like in ancient times. From this vantage point, you’ll have panoramic views of the whitewashed, holy city of Moulay Idriss in the distance. Arrive in Fes, your today’s final destination.

Accommodation: 1st night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation.

Included activities:

  • Moulay Idriss – Leader-led village walk.
  • Volubilis – Entrance and guided tour.

Special information

Your travel time today is approximately 4 hours.

The sun can be incredibly fierce in summer at Volubilis, so bring a hat and plenty of water.

Start at 9am for a packed guided tour in Fez which includes the Mellah, the Medina and souks, the famous tanneries, the exquisite mosques and medersas, the famous Fes pottery kilns, a tour around the ramparts with its many babs (gates) and a visit to the renowned Museum of Moroccan Art.

Starting with a drive via the Mechouer to the impressive Dar el Makhzen to stop for some 15 minutes at the Royal Palace with its magnificent seven bronze gates before continuing to the Borj Sud for a panoramic view of the Medina. Off now down to start the walking tour of the labyrinth of the ancient Fes Medina (a UNESCO World Heritage Site); including the colourful es-Sebbaghine with its Street of the Dyers; the brass and copperware workers at es-Seffarine; on through the winding alleyways to the impressive el-Quarawiyyin Mosque and University, a stroll into the past to the wonderful mosque and adjacent aromatic Souq of el-Atterine of spices and vegetables; the beautiful el-Atterine Medersa; the Kissaria and Draz Quarters and the renowned tanneries on the bank of the Oued Fes.

On now to the delightful el-Nejjarine Square with its plaza, fountain, caravanserai and woodwork craftsmen. Nearby there is a stop for a lunch to savor the flavors of Morocco at the delightful local Restaurant. Afterwards to the Dar Batha and a visit of the Museum of Moroccan Art before rejoining your vehicle at the Bab Boujloud. Back into the vehicle for a tour around the magnificent ramparts and up to the sixteenth century Saadien watchtower at the North Borj for yet another panoramic view of this city of 1001 Nights before returning finally to your hotel at the end of an exceptional day.

Accommodation: 2nd night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation.

Included activities:

  • Guided Tour in Fez.
  • All Admission fees to monuments and attractions.

After breakfast, hit the road again and drive through ever-changing scenery, from barren mountain sides to fertile valleys, on the journey to Merzouga. Stop for coffee in Ifrane in the Atlas Mountains along the way. Take in the views over Ziz Valley and stop for lunch in Midelt. When you arrive, leave your gear at your overnight camp, then climb aboard your designated camel for a ride into the edge of the Sahara to enjoy the sunset. Tonight, sit under the expansive night sky and try some fantastic local cuisine around an open fire, enjoying live music and dancing.

Accommodation: 1 night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation. Dinner at the Luxury Camp in the Sahara Desert.

Included activities:

  • Sahara Desert – Camel ride.
  • Drums Party Over the Fire in the Sahara Desert.
  • Sandboarding in the Erg Chebbi Dunes.

Special information

Your travel time today will be approximately 7 hours. Tonight’s accommodation will be Luxury Private Tents in a nomadic style, well equipped and furnished. If you prefer not to walk or participate in the camel ride, a 4WD drive can be arranged instead.

Rise and shine nice and early this morning and climb one of the sand dunes to watch the sunrise over the Sahara. After breakfast, leave the luxury camp to meet and spend time with nomads, then visit the nearby Khamliya, a traditional Saharan village, and experience traditional drumming music and dancing. From here drive towards Rissani Town (once Sijilmassa), where you will get the chance to taste the Berber Pizza during Lunch; afterwards, head west toward the Valley of Todra, where you will find the Todra’s highest and narrowest gorges in the region. Next, you will travel through the Dadès valley, home to thousands of Kasbahs, before continuing through Boumalne. You will conclude your day with dinner and accommodation in Dades Valley.

Accommodation: 1 night

Meals: Breakfast at the Luxury Camp. Lunch to experience the Berber Pizza in the Sahara Desert. Dinner at the Accommodation.

Included activities:

  • Meet Nomads and Explore their Way of Life.
  • Live Gnaoua Music Vibes in el Khamlia Village.
  • Guided Tour in Sijilmassa-Ancient Souk.
  • Todra Gorge – Palmeraie Short walk.
  • Sunset over the Pink Rocky Formations -Monkey Fingers.

After breakfast, continue onward to Ouarzazate through Skoura & Kellat Magouna, famous for its cosmetics products extracted from roses. Enjoy a guided trip inside the Atlas studio cinema, and next explore the legendary Kasbah of Aït-Benhaddou, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. After Lunch, your Morocco tour will lead you to the highest pass in the Kingdom of Morocco, the Tizi n’Tichka pass, at an altitude of 11,000 feet, before arriving in Marrakech.

Conclude your day by a sumptuous optional dinner on a terrace over Jemaa El fna square, Marrakech’s most popular attraction, listed by UNESCO as a “Masterpiece of World Heritage”.

Accommodation: 1st night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation

Included activities:

  • Atlas Studio Cinema – Guided Tour.
  • Ait Benhaddou – Leader-led ksar walk.
  • Ait Benhaddou – Tea Break.
  • Ait Benhaddou – Panoramic painting lesson.

Optional activities:

  • Optional Dinner on a terrace over the Jemaa el Fna Square.

Special information

Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.

After your full breakfast, start your private tour at 09h00 AM by driving to the Koutoubia Mosque, the largest mosque in Marrakech with a stunning 70m high minaret. Afterwards, visit the 19th century Bahia Palace, surrounded by beautifully-manicured Moorish gardens. Now, start your walking tour in the old Medina souks, then visit the Ben Youssef Medersa, the largest Coranic University in the Maghreb.

After lunch, stroll in the world-famous Djemaa El Fna square, listed by UNESCO as a “Masterpiece of World Heritage”. End your day at the magical botanical garden Majorelle, home to an Islamic Art Museum with pieces from Saint-Laurent’s personal collection.

Accommodation: 2nd night

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation

Included activities:

  • Marrakech – Guided Tour.
  • All Admission Fees to monuments and attractions.

Our team will ensure your direct transfer to the airport for your return flight home (2 hours before your flight time). It’s worth adding a night or two in Marrakech for extra activities like cooking classes, cycling tours, or a day trip to Essaouira. If you wish to spend more time here, just speak to your Morocco Private Trip booking agent.

Special Information: whether you have a departure from Marrakech or Tangier, our team will ensure your direct transfer to the airport.

Accommodation: –

Meals: Breakfast at the Accommodation

Included activities:

  • Transfer to the Airport in Marrakech / Tangier.

Optional activities:

  • Marrakech – Tajine Cookery Class – Urban Adventure.
  • Marrakech – Hot Air Balloon Ride.
  • Marrakech – Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch.
  • Day Trip to Essaouira.
  • Day Trip to Ourika Valley & Setti Fatma Waterfalls.
  • Day Trip to ATV Activities in Agafay Stony Desert / Marrakech Palmeraie.

Inclusions and activities

Meals

15 meals featuring Moroccan cuisine: Savor the flavors of Morocco with included meals showcasing local specialties.

9 breakfasts : Breakfast each day at the accommodation.

2 lunches: A Lunch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at Cape Spartel + A Lunch to experience the Berber Pizza in the Sahara Desert.

4 Dinners : 1 Dinner of Welcome in Tangier + 1 Dinner in Chefchaouen + 1 Dinner at the Luxury Camp in the Sahara Desert + 1 Dinner at the Kasbah in Dades Valley.

Transport

Private vehicle + Professional, Knowledgeable & Friendly English-Speaking driver for your transportation throughout the trip. Travel in comfort and style across Morocco’s diverse landscapes.

All listed activities and experiences: Every adventure and cultural experience mentioned in the itinerary is included in your tour package.

Expert guides and tailor-made itinerary: Benefit from knowledgeable local guides and a customized journey designed for your interests and needs.

All Accommodations

4* Range Accommodations in Elegant Hotels & Kasbahs, Authentic Moroccan Riads and Luxury Camp in the Sahara Desert.

Included activities

  • Complimentary airport transfers on arrival to Tangier and departure from Marrakech / Tangier.
  • English-speaking Private Tour Manager (from Day 1 to Day 10)
  • Admission fees to all historical sites and attractions.
  • Mint Tea and Mineral water are provided on the road.
  • Tangier – Kasbah & Medina Guided Walking Tour.
  • Chefchaouen – Leader-led Medina Walk.
  • Moulay Idriss – Leader-led village walk
  • Guided Walking Tour to Explore the Roman Ruins in Volubilis.
  • The Guided Tour of the Medieval old Medina of Fez.
  • Sahara Desert – Camel ride.
  • Cultural Show & Gnaoua Vibes around the fire in the Sahara Desert.
  • Ait Benhaddou – Leader-led ksar walk.
  • Ait Benhaddou -Tea Break.
  • Ait Benhaddou – Panoramic painting lesson.
  • Marrakech – Medina Walking Guided tour.
  • The Botanical Majorelle Garden & its Berber Museum in Marrakech.
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Post-Trip Extension

For travelers who wish to spend more days in Morocco after the end of the core trip, our post-trip optional extensions make it easy to visit additional destinations and plan extra day trips, excursions, and activities. For further details and ideas, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us or mention your interests when writing to us.

Is this trip right for you?

  • This trip includes time spent traveling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. There are a few long days of travel. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
  • As a desert country, Morocco can have extreme weather. Please consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability for that season.
  • Morocco has a tipping culture, and travelers are expected to tip small amounts for most services.
  • Although you shouldn’t expect any aggressive selling techniques in Morocco, it’s common to be approached by shop owners and street vendors offering their goods.
  • We’ve sourced our accommodations very carefully and picked the best possible hotels, riads, Kasbahs and luxury camps in line with the Morocco Private Trip style of travel.
  • Ramadan is an annual month-long festival; some regular services may not be available during the day. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly.

The Core Trip Cost & Availability

  • When you are ready to confirm your trip, a non-refundable deposit of USD 500 per person is required to secure your booking.
  • The 2026 Core Trip is priced at $2,950 USD per person based on double (occupancy) accommodations. For solo travelers, a single-room supplement is available for an additional $500 USD.
  • Morocco Private Trip’s signature small-group trips depart every Monday and Saturday for up to 14 guests and cover the highlights of Morocco over 10 days and 9 nights.
  • The remaining balance must be paid prior to the start date of the trip. We accept various payment methods, including cash, wire transfers, debit cards, and credit cards.

Important notes

1. A single supplement is available for solo-travelers at an additional cost of $500 USD per private room.
2. A complimentary airport arrival-transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 15 days prior to the trip starting date.

3. Additional 15% high-season fees apply from December 24th to January 5th.

4. A complimentary airport depart -transfer is included; valid if you are departing on Day 10 or if you have booked post-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 15 days prior to the trip starting date.

Essential Trip Information

Your transportation will be in a private vehicle with a professional driver to ensure a smooth and safe ride across Morocco’s highways and national roads. Your transportation comes equipped with a wifi hotspot connected to Morocco’s largest 4G & 5G networks.

Enjoy gastronomic dining at Morocco’s best restaurants. We will accommodate any dietary restrictions.

In addition, a member of Morocco Private Trip’s team will manage your trip end-to-end to ensure delivery of high-quality standards, along with the safety and well-being of your group.

15 days before arrival, we’ll share your final pre-arrival packet containing your ground team’s contact information & arrival logistics.

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