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Tangier Desert Tours: Private Sahara Trips from 6 to 15 Days
Our Tangier desert tours are private trips of 6 to 15 days that start in Tangier, travel through Chefchaouen and Fes to the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga, and finish in Marrakech or back in Tangier. They suit couples, families and small private groups arriving by air or ferry.
Sahara Desert Tours from Tangier at a Glance
Every tour on this page starts in Tangier and reaches the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga; the 6-, 8- and 10-day tours finish in Marrakech, while the 12- and 15-day tours return to Tangier.
These are Tangier departures, not tours that simply pass through the city. They differ in length, how much time you get in Chefchaouen, Fes and Marrakech, how many nights you spend in the desert, and where you finish, so the quick comparison below and the cards that follow are the fastest way to decide.
Round trips back to Tangier
The 12- and 15-day tours finish in Tangier, which suits travellers arriving and leaving by the Tangier ferry port or airport.
One way to Marrakech
The 6-, 8- and 10-day tours finish in Marrakech, so you fly home from there; a return to Tangier can be requested separately.
One or two desert nights
The 6-, 8-, 10- and 15-day tours include two camp nights in the Erg Chebbi dunes; the 12-day tour includes one.
Fes and Merzouga on every route
All five tours stop in Fes and cross the Middle Atlas to Merzouga, which the Moroccan National Tourist Office calls
"one of the gates of the Sahara"— Moroccan National Tourist Office (Visit Morocco), Errachidia-Midelt-Merzouga
That matters because Merzouga, not the closer Zagora, is the desert every Tangier route reaches.
Sources: Moroccan National Tourist Office, Errachidia-Midelt-Merzouga · UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Medina of Fez · UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou. Neither organisation endorses any tour operator.
Tangier Sahara Tour Packages Side by Side
The table compares all six options by length, route, finish city, desert nights and the kind of traveller each suits; the detailed cards follow below.
| Tour | Duration | Main route | Start → finish | Desert nights | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-Day Tangier to Marrakech via Fes and the Sahara | 6 days · 5 nights | Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Dadès → Marrakech | Tangier → Marrakech | 2 camp nights | Limited time, ending in Marrakech |
| 8-Day Tangier Desert Tour across Fes | 8 days · 7 nights | Tangier → Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Fes → Merzouga → Dadès → Marrakech | Tangier → Marrakech | 2 camp nights | A balanced first visit |
| 10-Day Tangier to Marrakech and the Desert | 10 days · 9 nights | Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Dadès → Marrakech | Tangier → Marrakech (airport transfer) | 2 camp nights | Arriving by ferry, flying home from Marrakech |
| 12-Day Tangier Round Trip with Merzouga and the Coast | 12 days · 11 nights | Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Ouarzazate → Marrakech → Casablanca → Asilah → Tangier | Tangier → Tangier | 1 camp night | Returning to Tangier |
| 15-Day Morocco Tour from Tangier | 15 days · 14 nights | Tangier → Asilah → Rabat → Casablanca → Essaouira → Marrakech → Merzouga → Fes → Chefchaouen → Tangier | Tangier → Tangier | 2 camp nights | Seeing the whole country |
| Custom Tangier Desert Tour | Flexible | Tangier → your choice of stops → Merzouga → your finish city | Tangier → Your choice | As you choose | Specific plans or dates |
Compare Tangier Desert Tours
There are five verified private desert tours from Tangier, plus a custom option; each card shows the duration, finish city, key stops and desert nights, and links to the full itinerary.
6-Day Tangier to Marrakech via Fes and the Sahara
Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Dadès → Marrakech
- Duration
- 6 days
- Ends in
- Marrakech
- Nights
- 5 nights
- Desert stay
- 2 camp nights
The fastest Tangier to Sahara itinerary: Chefchaouen on the way to Fes, a guided Fes day, two nights in the Erg Chebbi dunes, then on to Marrakech.
Price: request a private quote
8-Day Tangier Desert Tour across Fes
Tangier → Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Fes → Merzouga → Dadès → Marrakech
- Duration
- 8 days
- Ends in
- Marrakech
- Nights
- 7 nights
- Desert stay
- 2 camp nights
A night in Chefchaouen, Volubilis and Meknes, a guided day in Fes, two desert nights, and a guided Marrakech tour on the final day.
Price: request a private quote
10-Day Tangier to Marrakech and the Desert
Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Dadès → Marrakech
- Duration
- 10 days
- Ends in
- Marrakech (airport transfer)
- Nights
- 9 nights
- Desert stay
- 2 camp nights
The 8-day route at an easier pace: a Tangier city tour on arrival, a guided day in Marrakech, and a free morning before your flight.
Price: request a private quote
12-Day Tangier Round Trip with Merzouga and the Coast
Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Ouarzazate → Marrakech → Casablanca → Asilah → Tangier
- Duration
- 12 days
- Ends in
- Tangier
- Nights
- 11 nights
- Desert stay
- 1 camp night
A full loop back to Tangier: the north, Fes, one night in the dunes, two nights in Marrakech, then Casablanca, Rabat and a free day in Asilah.
Price: request a private quote
15-Day Morocco Tour from Tangier
Tangier → Asilah → Rabat → Casablanca → Essaouira → Marrakech → Merzouga → Fes → Chefchaouen → Tangier
- Duration
- 15 days
- Ends in
- Tangier
- Nights
- 14 nights
- Desert stay
- 2 camp nights
The coast first, then Marrakech with an Ouzoud day trip, two nights in the dunes, a free day in Fes, and Chefchaouen before returning to Tangier.
Price: request a private quote
Custom Tangier Desert Tour
Tangier → your choice of stops → Merzouga → your finish city
- Duration
- Flexible
- Ends in
- Your choice
- Nights
- As you choose
- Desert stay
- As you choose
Not a published package: tell us your dates, pace and must-see places, and we'll design a private route from Tangier around them.
A custom proposal, not a fixed tour
How to Choose a Desert Tour from Tangier
Choose by how many days you have, whether you need to finish in Tangier or Marrakech, and how much time you want in Chefchaouen, Fes and the desert.
Which Tangier desert tour should I choose for a first visit?
The 8-day tour is the most balanced first visit: a night in Chefchaouen, a guided day in Fes, two nights in the Erg Chebbi dunes and a guided day in Marrakech.
How many days do I need for the Sahara from Tangier?
You need at least six days, because Merzouga is reached via Fes and the Middle Atlas, and the 6-day tour is our shortest Tangier desert itinerary.
Where does each tour finish?
The 6-, 8- and 10-day tours finish in Marrakech, and the 12- and 15-day tours return to Tangier.
How much driving should I expect?
Expect several long driving days on every tour; the 6-day tour is the fastest, driving from Tangier through Chefchaouen to Fes on day one, while the 8- and 10-day tours add a night in Chefchaouen first.
How much time will I have in Fes?
The 6-, 8-, 10- and 12-day tours include a full guided day in Fes, and the 15-day tour gives you a free day there; UNESCO says the medina has kept its role as
"the country's cultural and spiritual centre."— UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Medina of Fez
That is why a full day in Fes is worth planning around.
Which tours include Aït Ben Haddou?
The 6-, 8-, 10- and 15-day tours visit Aït Ben Haddou, which UNESCO describes as
"a striking example of the architecture of southern Morocco."— UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou
The 12-day tour also visits it, on day seven.
What Tangier Desert Tours Include
All five tours list a private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide, hotel and desert-camp accommodation, a camel ride, and dinners and breakfasts; flights, lunches, drinks and entrance fees are not included.
Guided days, hotel standards and the number of camp nights vary by itinerary, so check each tour's inclusions. The 6-, 8- and 10-day tours list "pick up / drop off from Tangier" even though they finish in Marrakech; we confirm your exact pickup and drop-off points in your proposal before you book. You can arrange Tangier airport or port pickup, ask about a private driver, request a family desert tour, or ask to avoid camel riding when you enquire. See our Merzouga desert page for camp options.
Why Plan Your Tangier Desert Tour with Us
Moroccan Desert Trips is a local, Berber-run team that plans private desert journeys, speaks English, French and Spanish, and adapts routes, start and finish cities to your plans.
Locally planned Morocco journeys
Routes planned by our own team in Morocco.
Flexible start and finish cities
Finish in Tangier or Marrakech, or ask for another city.
A clear itinerary before you book
You receive a day-by-day proposal and price to review first.
Reviews you can check
Read what travellers say on our TripAdvisor page.
Tangier Desert Tours FAQs
All our Tangier desert tours are private, last 6 to 15 days, and reach the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga.
Are these tours private?
Yes, every tour on this page is private. Only your group travels in the vehicle, with your own driver-guide.
Can I be picked up at the Tangier port or airport?
Yes, the 10-day tour lists pickup at the ferry port or airport, and you can arrange port, airport or hotel pickup on any tour. We confirm the exact point in your proposal.
Do all Tangier desert tours return to Tangier?
No, only the 12- and 15-day tours return to Tangier; the others finish in Marrakech. A transfer back to Tangier can be requested separately.
Which desert do these tours visit?
All of them visit Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes.
How much does a private desert tour from Tangier cost?
The price depends on your dates, group size, route and accommodation, so we quote each tour individually. Request a quote through the form.
Can I customise my Tangier itinerary?
Yes, you can change the length, stops, accommodation and finish city. Choose the custom option below or tell us your plans in the form.
Do you run small group tours?
Our tours are private; if you'd like to travel as a small group of friends or family, tell us your group size when you enquire.
How do I book?
You book by sending the form with your dates, group size and preferred tour. You can also email or WhatsApp us.
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Request a Tangier Desert Tour Quote
To book, send us your travel dates, group size and preferred tour through the form, and we'll reply with a private itinerary and price.
What to include
- Your travel dates, and whether you arrive by ferry or by air
- Number of travellers, and children's ages
- Preferred tour or length
- Where you want to finish: Tangier or Marrakech
- Accommodation preferences, and whether to avoid camel riding
How it works
- 1Send your detailsUse the form, email or WhatsApp.
- 2Get your proposalWe reply with a private itinerary and price.
- 3Adjust and confirmChange anything you like before you book.
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