This 9 night tour for 4 adults was extremely well organized by Khalil and was seemless throughtout. The van was clean, spacious and comfortable. The guides at various towns/cities were excellent. Our driver Omar was superb. Omar is very experienced with terrain and drove safely through the mountains and kept us safe. He is well connected with others in his profession, which kept us well informed about weather conditions on the mountain. He was punctual, polite and educated us about Berber and Morrocan culture. We drove from Tangier to Chefchaun, Rabt, Casablanca, Fes, Erg Chebbi dunes, Dades, Ouarzazate, Marrakesh and many other places. Our experience was very memorable. We highly recommend Desert Trips team to my family and friends . They will make sure you have best experience in Morroco.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Accommodation 9 Nights at the Hotels or Traditional Riads,
- Desert adventure with Camel Ride and Luxury Night Camp ( private tent with toilet & shower )
- Fresh Bottled mineral of water on board while touring
- Airport/Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
- Fuel For The Vehicle
- Fully licensed local guide in Marrakech - Fes - Tangier Medina
Excludes
- Lunches, and all drinks
- Dinner x 6
- Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff
- Personal Expenses
- Total cost of
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Day 1
1
As soon as you arrive at the airport or port in Tangier, pick up your luggage, and walk outside the terminal to meet your driver-guide holding a sign with your name on it. Then we will drive you to your hotel. You'll likely want to get out and explore your surroundings after checking into your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, head to the medina (old quarter) to explore the labyrinth of commercial and residential alleyways, noting the 15th-century Portuguese fortress. Find a café in the hip Zoco Chico square for something to eat and do a little people watching and cap off the day with a late afternoon paseo to enjoy the sunset as you stroll along the seafront promenade of the bustling corniche. NOTE: If you're interested in more or less days It’s possible to modify this Tour and customize to fit your time schedule
Day 2
2
Begin the day early to see more of Tangier and opt to hire a guide to take you through the kasbah (old fortification). You'll enter through the Bab Haha gate at the northeast end of Place du Mechouar and into the medina's Dar Baroud neighborhood.
Meanwhile, just 20 minutes outside of the city, along the most northwestern point of mainland Africa, are the unique Caves of Hercules—so named for its mythical connection to Hercules himself. Close to the mid-19th-century Cape Spartel lighthouse, you can enter the cave complex through the opening that faces the sea and resembles the shape of Africa.
When you're ready, travel straight on to the blue-hued city of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. Enjoy the scenic route, stopping along the way to hike (2-3 hours) to the Cascades d'Akchour (Akchour Waterfalls) if time allows. Chefchaouen offers endless winding, narrow streets and picturesque buildings. Find Plaza Outa el Hammam for a restaurant or café and enjoy a meal as you people-watch. Though non-Muslims are not permitted to enter, the Grand Mosque is still worth a visit. From there, explore the nearby kasbah and tour the garden, museum, and some of the old prison cells. Follow a path outside of the city walls to Hotel Atlas and climb to the rooftop to enjoy a panoramic view of the Blue City. For the slightly more athletic, follow the street east to pass over the Ras el Ma Spring and ascend the path (20-30 minutes) until you reach the abandoned white Spanish Mosque. Enjoy one last view over Chefchaouen as the sun sets behind the mountains.
Day 3
3
Rise early to wander the streets in quiet, using this time to snap your unobstructed photos. Leaving Chefchaouen, you'll drive toward Fes and can opt to visit UNESCO-protected Volubilis, Morocco's best-preserved Roman ruins. Wander the massive complex, exploring large merchant homes with still-intact heating systems, temples, and many colorful mosaics in situ.
Continue to the smaller, less busy version of Fes, Meknes, for an optional detour and introduction to your first historic imperial city. The two main points of interest are the Ville Impériale (Imperial City) and the medina. In Ville Impériale, you can visit the Bab al-Mansour gate, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and the Royal Stables. Meanwhile, just outside of the imperial city, you may want to explore the medina—a smaller and easier-to-navigate version compared to Fes and Marrakesh. Other than the scattered souks, you may like to visit the 14th-century Bou Inania Madrasa and the Dar Jamaï Museum, a beautiful 19th-century palace-turned-museum.
Continue east to your second imperial city, Fes. Before venturing into the medina, drive up the hill to take the time to visit the Merenid Tombs located just north of the city and enjoy the all-encompassing view of historic Fes and the surrounding area. Descend the hill and find your way to your riad (a traditional Moroccan house with an interior garden), where you can enjoy a delicious meal and relax for the evening.
Day 4
4
Today you'll explore Fes, the oldest of Morocco's imperial cities. we will arrange an expert guide for a half-day tour to learn more about this city and help you navigate the medina. Start in Fes el Bali ("Old Fes"). Founded in the eighth century, the roads are much narrower, windier, and steeper than those of other imperial cities, making it almost impossible not to get lost at least a few times. Shop the iconic souks (markets) for a variety of wares (spices, leather, ceramics, pewter, etc).
Then visit Chouara Tannery, which still implements traditional techniques from centuries ago. Find a local leather shop for a rooftop view to watch the masters at work. Find your way to one of the oldest still-operating universities in the world, Al-Qarawiyyin University (859 CE), next to the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque. Though the mosque is only open to Muslims, there are a few places where you can glimpse inside its decorated interior. From there, make your way to the 14th-century Al Attarine Madrasa or the Bou Inania Madrasa, beautiful examples of Moroccan architecture and artisanship showcasing intricate zellij tilework.
From here, enter through the famous Bab Boujeloud. The outside is blue (the traditional color for Fes), and the inside is green (the color for Islam). Heading through the gate to the main thoroughfare of Talâa Kebira, which is packed with shops. Treat yourself to some retail therapy or pop in the Musée Batha, home to many Moroccan arts—including carved wood and traditional pottery (its highlight)—and a beautiful central garden. Then visit 13th-century Fes el Jedid ("New Fes") to discover the Batha Museum, housed in a 19th-century palace. Spend time in the Andalusian-style gardens before walking to the Mellah (old Jewish quarter and cemetery).
Day 5
5
Get an early start today, as you'll be covering a lot of ground. From Fes, you'll travel south toward Merzouga to arrive at the Sahara dunes for a sunset camel ride. Along the way, you'll drive through the town of Azrou and climb an elevation of 7,146 feet (2,178 m) over the Col du Zad pass and through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas mountains. Here you can enjoy sightings of the local Barbary monkeys before stopping for lunch in Midelt (the "apple city").
Continue over the Tizi n'Talremt pass and into the Ziz Valley, known for its hidden oases and palm tree clusters. Along the road, you'll see many fortified houses known as ksars—built by merchants to protect precious wares, including gold, salt, and spices. Continue to Erfoud, a bustling market town known for its date festival and famous for its fossil mining and artisan factories. En route, you can see hillside mines where large rocks are taken from the earth. While in town, stop at a local artisan collective where you can learn about the types of fossils found in the area and see the full process of how the fossil-rich rock is transformed into beautiful objects. Soon, you'll see the sand waves of Erg Chebbi, an extensive sea of dunes covering an area of 13.5 square miles (35 sq km). Never stationary, the massive dunes shift and travel depending on the changing wind.
Near Merzouga, you can take a short break and switch gears to ride a camel through the dunes to your already-prepared-for-you camp, arriving just before sunset. Climb a nearby sand dune to watch the sunset before returning to camp for a delicious dinner, relaxing by the campfire. Enjoy an evening of Berber music followed by a night in a bedouin-style tent under an expansive night sky chock-full of unhindered twinkling stars. If four walls and modern comfort are more your style, you can opt to spend the night at a comfortable hotel/auberge in Merzouga.
Day 6
6
Wake up early to catch a spectacular desert sunrise, then spend the morning exploring more of the Sahara. You can rent a sandboard and test your skills on the dunes, take the Erg Chebbi tour (around the dunes), join a quad ATV tour, or relax for a bit by a pool.
From there, visit nearby Khemliya, a typical Saharan village (its people are originally from Mali), and enjoy traditional drumming music and dancing before taking a short walk around the settlement.
Day 7
7
Leave the Merzouga region and dunes behind, stop in the market town of Rissani, entering through its impressive gate. Known for its livestock auction, it's worth your time finding the "donkey parking lot" to delight your senses as well as take a walk around its traditional market.
We then continue our journey to Dades Valley passing through villages such as Millab, Tinjdad, and Toroug to arrive later at Todra Valley which is a green one surrounded by mud villages and mountains. Driving around 30 min we get to Todra gorges: a narrow vertical passage with vertical cliffs 300m high rising dramatically on each side, they are a popular destination for climbing lovers. Lunch in the town, continue to Dades valley where you will see the fascinating rock formation known locally as "monkies fingers" as well as beautiful mud Kasbahs. Overnight in a hotel overlooking the valley.
Day 8
8
Today you'll enter the growing town of Ouarzazate, which is a common stopping point along the desert routes, as it offers a bit more accessibility than some of the nearby smaller towns, such as Aït Benhaddou. The town was made popular by the growing movie industry, and you have an option to tour one of two movie studios,including an up-close look at some props and sets. Some popular film credits include "Black Hawk Down," "Prometheus," "American Sniper," and "Game of Thrones." To learn more about the history and filmmaking process in the area, stop at the Musée du Cinema.
Next, you'll reach medieval Aït Benhaddou, Morocco's most famous kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The old ksour dates from the 11th century when it held an important position along the trans-Saharan trade route between Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, and the southern desert. We'll have free time to visit it and have lunch in the village. After, we head to Marrakesh via high atlas mountains (2260 ), admiring the impressive mountainous views and special Berber villages on the mountain's sides. Arrive in Marrakesh in the evening.
After a long day on the road, settle into your hotel and spend the rest of the afternoon as you like. In the early evening, Jemaa el-Fna square comes alive with musicians, performers, snake charmers, games, and food stalls, a catch-all of entertainment. If you want to enjoy the spectacle from a distance, choose one of the many cafés surrounding the square and enjoy a cup of mint tea and a savory meal.
Day 9
9
After breakfast, meet your local guide who will lead you through the old city of Marrakech. As you explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will come across lively souks and maze-like alleys. You're sure to be dazzled by displays of djellabas, brightly colored babouches, intricately pierced lanterns, conical mounds of exotic spices, and the intense hubbub of medina life. Along the way, your knowledgeable and energetic guide will regale you with the history and stories of the Medina, the Souk, and the Mellah neighborhoods of the Red City.
In the afternoon you'll continue your private tour, exploring places like the Bahia and El Badii Palaces, and the Saadian Tombs. You'll also see the Majorelle Gardens, an iconic garden retreat built over forty years by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later inhabited by famed designer Yves Saint Laurent.
Day 10
10
Depending on your departure details, you may wish to check out some attractions you have yet to visit or complete any last-minute gift and souvenir shopping. It's time to say goodbye to Morocco. Your driver will ensure that you arrive at the airport of your choice with plenty of time before your flight. Have a safe and comfortable journey home or to your next destination!
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Reviews
Our days were filled with trips to places we were delighted to see—archaeological sites, mosques, plazas, neighborhoods, and local markets, etc. We were definitely immersed in the local culture, and we truly enjoyed it. The hotel choices were excellent, well located, safe and clean. Our driver Said, was incredible!! He made the journey truly exceptional. He was spectacular, kind, attentive, and he went way above and beyond and his passion for his work really showed. He paid close attention to every detail, ensuring we were comfortable, safe, and from the very beginning until the end his energy didn't alter! It was so well organized; the people we worked with were very professional, polite, and friendly. Excellent job!!
We had a great time in Morocco with Khalil from deserttrips and Said as our driver. The tour was well organized and well paced. Khalil was a pleasure to work with during planning: informative, responsive, no pressure. Said is a safe and reliable driver, always polite and considerate. Vehicle is comfortable. A second night at Merzouga is awesome, we hiked into the Erg Chebbi dunes for sunset and sunrise. We added a day at Casablanca at the end and ricks cafe for dinner. All riads and hotels are clean, great locations, good food, and atmospheric. We’ve travelled extensively, we usually do our own planning, (eg. this tour is part of a two-month trip where we planned the rest) using deserttrips for Morocco is the right decision to manage trip logistics. We used private tours previously for Egypt, Turkey, and Africa safari, deserttrips quality of service is top notch. Morocco is an amazing country with a booming approachable-luxury travel industry. Government and locals welcome and prioritize travelers. With some increased precautions, we felt safe and welcomed while exploring its diverse offerings.
These words cannot begin to convey how much we enjoyed our recent trip to Morocco organised by DesertTrips. Med quickly replied to our queries during planning, whatever the day or time. The itinerary gave us a great insight and made our trip one of the books; cities, Rif mountains, high/middle Atlas mountains and coast, history, everyday life and yes, lots of fun. Each day from the time we arrived at the airport up to our last day was filled with fabulous experiences, energy, lovely people, yummy food and wonderful memories. Our driver-guide Yidir was a professional, warm, kind, engaging, informative and funny guy, and just as patient with us on the road; we never felt rushed with him. We enjoyed his company and felt safe in his capable hands. Thank you SO MUCH Yidir!! As the itinerary came to life, we experienced more than we could have hoped for. Yidir expertly brought everything together, calmly and professionally taking us along our route, answering our many and varied questions, introducing us to life along the way and coordinating with each of our local guides. The guides were all great with excellent knowledge and a passion for sharing that with us. The hotels were all excellent, though we particularly liked the Palais Zahia Hotel in Tangier and Art Place Hotel in Marrakech. Eden Boutique in Dades was special and our regret was that we only had one night here. The hotel with local decor and, luxurious interior. We immediately relaxed when we walked in; the staff and our room were lovely. The location is just a few km from the Tisdrin road. We also loved the dinner, which is important after a long day on the road. The Sahara Desert was our favorite stop. We stayed two nights and did an ATV dune tour and a 1-day 4x4 tour… two different experiences you should have. We also opted for a sunset camel ride for our first night, and it was surreal to cross the red sands of the Erg Chebbi with the landscape on the horizon. We appreciated how beautiful and peaceful our planet can be. Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, and Marrakech were very special and we were sorry to leave, but then that experience was topped by the Sahara Desert, so beautiful and peaceful. I can’t say enough about the great job you did for our Moroccan trip. Thank you DesertTrips for helping us make this trip happen and for so many wonderful memories to add to our love of Morocco. We were already thinking of where next in Morocco, wherever it is it will be with DesertTrips!!
We usually research, organise, and book everything ourselves for all our trips; however, for our first trip to Morocco, we felt that some local "on the ground" input and experience would be helpful. We have been working with Desert Trips to plan a 12-day family trip. They were extremely patient and helpful with all of our demands and with changing the date range. It took us many days to finalise the journey (with the delays and changes of mind all on our side), and the result exceeded our expectations. The entire trip was meticulously planned. He came up with a superb itinerary. Lots of really lovely places to visit and stay. Lots of advice on where to eat and shop. Better still, he arranged the best local guides to show us around. The hotels booked for us were all excellent, with breakfast included. We had an amazing experience with Hssaine as our tour guide and private driver. He was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and attentive throughout the entire trip. Hssaine took wonderful care of our family, making sure we were always comfortable and well-informed. It was a worryfree trip - everything was taken care of and allowed us to fully relax and enjoy the beauty and wonder of Morocco. We won't hesitate to book another trip with them in the near future!
My husband and I had been planning a trip to Morocco for quite some time and after searching through many tour options we came across DesertTrips their 10-day private road trip caught our attention and from the first moment of contact everything felt professional and wellorganized we booked it and it turned out to be the best decision we made. We took the ferry from Spain to Tangier where our Moroccan adventure began at the port we were greeted warmly by Yidir our private driverguide who would accompany us throughout the journey from the very beginning he was not only professional and courteous but also incredibly knowledgeable and easy to connect with by the end of the trip we felt like we were traveling with a good friend. Our firs stop was the beautiful Blue City of Chefchaouen the atmosphere was peaceful and the scenery felt like a painting we then traveled to Fes one of the country's cultural capitals there we were guided by Mahedi a wonderful local guide whose knowledge of the medina its history and hidden spots truly brought the city to life Fes was rich intense and deeply authentic. From there we made our way toward the Sahara Desert a long but fascinating drive through ever changing landscapes reaching the golden dunes of Merzouga was like arriving in another world. We rode camels at sunset stayed in a luxury camp and watched the stars in complete silence it was an experience that touched us deeply. The journey continued through the Dades and Todgha Gorges with scenic mountain passes ancient kasbahs and palm filled valleys when we reached Marrakech we were welcomed by Mustapha our local guide in the city his passion and storytelling were outstanding he made the medina souks and historical sites truly come alive. After 10 full days exploring Morocco from north to south cities. mountains. deserts. and everything in between we returned to Tangier with full hearts and unforgettable memories. we then took the ferry back to Spain already dreaming of our return. This wasn’t just a tour it was a real journey. the attention to detail the incredible guides the comfort of private transport and the genuine warmth of everyone involved made it a 5-star experience. if you’re looking to see the real Morocco DesertTrips is the way to go Highly recommended!!!
We just finished a two-week trip to Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, Merzouga (Desert), Dades Valley, Ouarzazate and Marrakech with Deserttirps and had a great time. We were initially not sure about this company because they were based in Morocco and did not have a U.S. office. But Med did a good job arranging the trip according to our wishes and kept in contact with us the whole time. Everything went as planned. All our hotels and riads were nice. We were greeted in each city by a friendly and very knowledgeable local tour guide who took us around. We especially enjoyed Mustapha in Marrakech. He was excellent and he also gave us great suggestions for food and went far beyond to make sure our vegetarian food requirements were met. Said was our driver/guide and was the best! He brought knowledge and enthusiasm. He was friendly, warm and open making our experience so wonderful. He gave us awesome suggestions for us to do at the end of the day such as go see a dance performance or visit the night market as well as early morning activities like watch the sunrise from a hot air balloon... All in all, they taught us about the country, the history, the kings, the architecture, and the food. We learned so much about the beautiful Moroccan people and culture! We will not hesitate to use Deserttrips again and recommend it to our community of friends!!
We just got back from the most amazing 11-day private tour of Morocco with Desert Trips. It was our first time visiting Morocco, and we couldn’t have asked for a better tour of the country’s multiple gems. A friend who had done a group tour with Desert Trips recommended them to us, and from the start, the service was incredible. Med helped us plan a trip that fit exactly what we wanted — the right balance of sightseeing, downtime, and budget. He made sure we saw all the places on our list: Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, the desert, and Marrakech. Khalil made the organisation super smooth by setting up a WhatsApp group for us, our driver Said, and the team. It made asking questions and checking in so easy while we were on the move. Speaking of Said — he was awesome. He kept us updated on everything, shared lots of cool facts about each place we visited, and even made the long drives fun with little games and trivia. Another thing we really appreciated was having local guides in each city. It made such a difference having someone who knew the area show us around — they helped us feel really safe and gave us a deeper understanding of the culture and history. A special shout out to Zakaria in Chefchaouen, who not only gave a great tour of the blue city but also took some amazing photos of us that we’ll definitely be framing at home! One of the best parts of the whole trip was the camel ride in the desert, ending with a stay at a luxury oasis camp. Our private tent (with its own bathroom and AC) was gorgeous, the three-course dinner was delicious, and the campfire party under the stars was just magical. All the riads and hotels Desert Trips booked were fantastic too. The riad we stayed at in Fes, right in the old town, was especially beautiful — and the host, Zarah, made us feel so welcome. The whole trip felt super personal, really well organised, and just great value for money. We would 100% recommend Desert Trips to anyone thinking about visiting Morocco. It was the perfect first experience, and we’re already dreaming about coming back for more!
After conducting research on travelling in Morocco, I came to realise that navigating the country independently can be quite challenging due to complex transportation logistics and potential language barriers. To ensure a smoother and more enjoyable experience, I opted for a private tour - and it turned out to be an excellent decision. The tour was thoughtfully planned. It was also flexible, allowing us to adjust the itinerary according to our preferences and schedule. Khalil, our primary contact at the tour company, was outstanding throughout. He was incredibly responsive, attentive to all our needs, and handled every request with efficiency and professionalism. His excellent communication skills ensured that any issues that arose were promptly and smoothly resolved. Our driver, Yidir, was always punctual, courteous, and friendly, he ensured a smooth and made the long drives between cities feel manageable. In each major city we visited, we were accompanied by local guides who provided fascinating insights into Morocco’s rich history, vibrant culture, and unique gastronomy. Their expertise added great depth to the experience and made our visits truly memorable. While some of the intercity drives were long, the journey was broken up with stops at scenic spots, local shops (with no pressure to buy), and lunch breaks. It was flexible to choose where to eat, and it was helpful to do a bit of research in advance using Google reviews. Booking a private tour in Morocco was the perfect choice for an stress-free, personalised, and enriching travel experience. The tour was exceptionally well-organised, with professional support from start to finish. I highly recommend this option to anyone seeking to explore Morocco with ease and comfort.
My husband and I took this tour in Feb 2025 and had a wonderful time. The tour proceeded like clockwork. Med was excellent, he was experienced, knowledgeable, and did a great job of keeping everything on schedule. Also, our private driver, Said, made this trip so special! He was nice, and knowledgeable and delivered us safely to our destinations. The car was very comfortable with plenty of legroom.. The local tour guides were informative. The hotels and riads were nice and provided ample and delicious breakfasts. Overall, The sights and experiences were as described, with no disappointments. It was the trip of a lifetime and can you tell we had an over the top experience!! Highly recommend this tour and we'll be back!!
We had been looking at Morocco for years. This trip took us to all the sights/experiences we’d been thinking of and then surprised us with so much more than we were expecting. I won’t go into details as it was wonderful to learn as we travelled. The driver and included city guides were great. Very thoughtful and informative. We paid for and would recommend a local guide for Volubilus. The included Rhiads were in central locations in the middle of the old parts of the cities and the Rhiad staff so welcoming. We even managed to get some washing done while we were out exploring Fes. And it all went so smoothly. From booking with Desert Trips though to our extending the tour at the last minute to the absolutely reliable driving each day. They even phoned ahead and let the Rhiads know about our dietary restrictions. Only tip we can give is about the ferry from/to Spain. We started and finished at Tangiers. The FRS ferry was 3 hrs late each time, causing us to miss our train when we got back to Algeciras. Nothing to do with Desert Trips but something to be aware of if you are using the ferries.
Booking a trip with deserttrips was easy, an amazing experience, a big trip in the making and they were there at every step with answers and suggestions to our questions. Our driver, Said, picked us up at Tangier. He was very entertaining, informative, friendly, and very easy to talk to. We had full confidence that our trip would go off without a hitch and it did! There were so many highlights - from the Caves of Hercules, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Fes, and Sahara desert. In Marrakech, we also did a very fun hot air balloon and a cooking class with a local chef to sample local delicacies and with many interesting stops along the way. We could never have come up with such an amazing itinerary, nor executed it so well - great local tour guides, unforgettable accommodations, visiting artisan co-ops, Sahara camel rides with glamping accommodations, and cultural sites!
Desert trips did a terrific job for my daughter and me on our Sep trip to Morocco. We only had a 10-day due to my daughter’s vacation schedule, but we were able to pack a lot into it. I can't say enough for the professionalism of this team. The information packet was thorough and informative, even alerting us to local customs that would make our reception easier, such as guidance on dress codes. My interest is ancient civilizations, so we first went to Tangier. After seeing Caves of Hercules, the next day we saw a lot in the Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes... ending our trip with Marrakesh. That was very interesting!! In the meantime, our driver Moha was terrific. He was warm, flexible, friendly, and completely reliable. Perfectly managed all the excursions including resting time! They had arranged first class hotels and riads for us, and the guides were also very knowledgeable. Bottom line: if you want to arrange a great tour of Morocco, contact Desert trips. Thank you for all your help! All of your planning really worked out for us. We really enjoyed it and wholeheartedly recommend to all of my friends and family. We will definitely use their services for our next family vacation.
Look no further for your trip into Morocco! Initial contact was quick with no holding in queue. I outlined our trip requirements which were all noted. As promised, within a day, we received a detailed itinerary. Also gave us tips and answered all of our questions about the trip Huge thank you to Zayd, he was exceptionally kind, and most importantly, being a safe and knowledgeable driver. a trip I’ll never forget. Was amazing all around the places, accommodation, people, food, itinerary really well planned and stress free.
Tarik and Sayed were the two guides assigned to us and they made the trip truly special by teaching us about Morrocan culture, catering to our every need, making us laugh and taking us to the best food places. It certainly would not have been the same without them.
Our guides Tariq and Syed were amazing the whole trip! They had all the answers to questions we had but most importantly they always had a smile on their faces and very friendly! They were constantly on thinking of ways to make the trip more enjoyable for our group. This is definitely a trip i wont forget! Thank you again Tariq and Syed, we miss you both!
I had the best 7 days on the Tangier to Marrakesh tour. Each stop was magnificent and my favourite place had to be Merzouga where we rode camels in the Sahara desert! We had Tariq and Said as our tour guide and driver and they were truly amazing! They went the extra mile everyday including days where we had local tour guides taking us around, ensuring that we had everything we needed. Tariq is an excellent tour guide and I highly recommend everyone request for him. Said was an excellent and safe driver, he navigated some tricky roads and always got us to places safely. Together both of them worked hard to make the trip better than I could have asked for. Thank you very much DesertTrips, Tariq and Said! This was one of the best trips I’ve been on!
Memorable Holiday Our flight arrived at Tangier almost 3 hours later than originally schedule close to midnight and we were greeted by Taariq our tour guide and by Syed our driver with warm genuine smiles which they maintained throughout our tour. They found us a great restaurant although it was late. They accommodated our various requests and assisted us with our baggage up the many stairways to the various Riads that we stayed at. Each Riad had a charm of it's own and all the accomodation including the hotel in Tangiers were of 4 star quality and we couldn't ask for more. The desert stay was memorable and once again our guide Taariq organised a birthday cake and celebration in the Sahara Desert. Just unbelievable! The coach that we travelled in appeared to be new. It was very comfortable spacious and clean. We were given cold water bottles at the start of each day's your and could ask for more at no additional cost. Our needs were met and we had a great time. We passed several spped checks along our route from Tangiers to Marakkesh but we're never stopped for any form of driving offence thanks to the excellent driving ability of our driver Syed. Thank you Syed and Taariq for the wonderful trip and to Desert Trips for engaging professionals!
A private tour is a fantastic way to see Morocco. Everything from arrangements and accommodation to flexibility was great. We highly recommend this team. My friend and I truly enjoyed our experience in Morocco and especially our tour guide/driver for taking care of us during the whole trip. the accommodation they booked for us was pretty awesome too!! The time flew by but by the time we left, we felt we had seen the country with our eyes and with our hearts. Our guide was an excellent driver from the crazy traffic in the cities to the mountain passes, we felt safe and relaxed. I was expecting a magical experience but it was much much more!! Khalil was our bridge for language, what to order, how to pay, finding our riads/hotels, and special stops. We learned so much about history, culture, religions, food, art, gardens, camels, language, etc. Stopped at so many interesting places all over the country. restaurants we visited were excellent and very inexpensive while being authentic in all ways. flexibility for things like time for lunch breaks in the driving and there was a lot of driving. During the time spent in the desert, it was difficult to focus our view on something because there were so many beautiful views! We rode camels into the deep desert to watch the sunset woke up to the sunrise, and sandboarded over the dunes to enjoy the tranquility of the magic desert. Standing on the sand dunes and watching the sunrise is not the same as going to other countries. We loved every day and every new place we visited. Lastly, I would like to thank DesertTrips for arranging the best guide/driver Khalil he was always willing to accommodate our wishes while accomplishing our goals, the service was so personalized and valued for the price. That I will use it again for sure.
The entire experience from enquiring, booking through to landing and touring the whole of Morocco was pretty seamless with dessert trip. It saves us plenty of time researching on accommodation and planning the itinerary whilst being able to customise the trip to our liking. It was slightly unfortunate that however we were travelling during Ramadan and a couple of the tourist attractions & souks were not open. Personally, Sahara desert was stunning but given we were not interested in quad bikes and sandboarding, we could have gotten away with just a day at merzouga area. Our driver, Said was very helpful and looked after us during the period of our travel while fasting. He speaks and communicates well in English which made the entire experience pleasant. Given we had a personal driver, it minimises walking between destinations to its bare minimum.
We were greeted by Said the moment we arrived in Casablanca and he took great care of us on our 11/12 days trip. From Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier, Chefchaoen, Fes, Merzouga desert, Dades Valley, and Marrakech, Said and the team at Desert Trips planned stops in between these destinations. Khalil and Med who liaised with us ahead of time was also accomodating with choice of accommodations in each location, providing us with some handy tips before arrival. Said was also very generous with his time and accommodated stops when we saw interesting sights along the way. He even got us some gifts representing local produce in some destinations. Itinerary wise - we might have chosen to shorten the stay in Merzouga and/or Dades Valley to make time for Essaoira or another spot. But given it’s our first time, we wouldn’t have known! Overall, it was a great way to see a lot of Morocco for the first time!
Anyone thinking about doing any trip through Morocco would be lucky to book through deserttrips! The trip was planned and set out so easily for me and my friend, with all our needs catered for during the booking process. they made everything so smooth for us to treat the traveling process like a holiday rather than a stressful experience. deserttrips team catered to our every need replying to our emails and queries within a matter of hours to help us with our amazing trip. we couldn't have asked for more. One thing is for sure - we will use them again :)
Doing the 10 day Moroccan private tour was certainly one of the best decisions I have ever made! It was an incredible trip and an excellent opportunity to cover the Imperial cities of Morocco and visit the Sahara desert in a short window. Some of the cities we visited If traveling alone I would have never normally chosen to visit but they were definitely worth visiting, for example, Tangier and Tetouan, Rissani Market, and Erg Chebbi. These places are so great, definitely recommend them! This was an exceptionally planned tour. It was also really relaxing to have somebody else organize the trips, travel, and accommodation... The riads and hotels we stayed in were wonderful and the staff was friendly and helpful. The route that we took through Morocco was surprising and ensured a wide range of landscapes and diverse regional cultural variations. Morocco is a land apart from any other - the history, nature-scapes, food, people, Amazigh(Berbers), and stories are singular to this place. By far my favorite part of it all was meeting the vast amount of people on the trip and getting to know them all individually, who I would now class as good friends! Shoutout to the guide and driver Saiid who was wonderful and is top made for the role! He absolutely made the trip, at all times he was fun, knowledgeable, and caring. We felt the itinerary as described on the Web either met or exceeded our expectations in reality. It was quite easy to make adjustments to the tour such as adding an extra day at the end of the tour and it was responded quickly to questions. I would of course recommend deserttrips as a company and would definitely recommend doing the 10 day tour of Morocco! Enjoy beautiful places and activities!
From the beginning, everything was handled very professionally. It was great to have all accommodation and travel booked in advance and taken care of by Med. It made traveling very simple, and it also gave me the confidence to travel in the future. He gave us great advice on what to visit. It was overall a very safe way to travel. Once we were in the country, everything was very smooth and professional. All our activities, city guides, and visits were ready when we arrived. We were absolutely thrilled with our accommodations in Tangier, Marrakesh, Fes, and desert. The proximity to the major sites at each of our riads/hotels was very fun and vibrant. The service of the riads provided was so good. Additionally, so much would have meant nothing without guide/driver, Khalil. He was always kind, polite and greeted everyone with a smile, and always looked out for us. His sense of humor, passion for his country, and extensive knowledge made our trip very special. We would have never had that insight into the country and people, and the whole trip was very easy because of his support and knowledge of the culture. khalil was also very flexible and stopped anytime we wanted to or saw something that was not in our official itinerary. Not a thing was missed. I will always have a piece of Morocco with me because of this tour and I highly recommend DesertTrips for your travels. special shout out to khalil our fantastic driver. He is brilliant but better because it's with a 4X4 car. Thank you for these memories. Morocco is certainly a beautiful and fascinating country. We suggest this team for your trip - they're pretty great!
We had an excellent trip in Morocco, with the best tour driver/guide Saiid! And the best in the world! We explored and experienced many things, and we loved every day we had, discovering new food, places, and wonders. the tour was well-designed and covered many sites and experiences from recent and ancient historical sites to skilled craftspeople, local customs, and fantastic scenery. From the first time I looked at some reviews for this tour agency, I knew the tour was for us. I wanted to take a grand tour of Morocco with my wife for a reasonable price yet have a bit of luxury. After several email correspondences with Med whereby he provided prompt answers and options, we made a decision and were off to Morocco. Upon our arrival, we were greeted in Tangier with a beautiful welcome package. Our tour took us through Morocco’s Imperial Cities and thanks to choosing a tour operator who knows their stuff we had an authentic experience visiting a Berber family. We downright loved the charming Camps in the Sahara and the well-appointed camel trek that took us one hour or more in the sunset in the Sahara’s dunes...etc. All of the historical guides were extremely knowledgeable and patient with our penchant for asking questions about Moroccan Heritage and the culture of people there. Saiid is a great experienced driver. He knew all the small details about the places we visited which made for perfect timing and a stress-free trip and I felt 100% safe with him. He ensured we had a relaxed pace for sightseeing and listening to him gave me a real sense of historical and modern day. We can not thank enough to Saiid! An excellent choice!! A wonderful experience!! Highly recommended with personal favorite!!
We just returned from a 10-day trip to Morocco with DesertTrips. Our trip went by so fast. The planning portion of the trip was led by Med who was always very quick to respond and helpful, and he tailored the trip for the amount of days and interests our friends had. Normally, we make all of our travel arrangements by ourselves without the help of a travel company but since Morocco is so different, we decided to use a travel agent to help us organize our tour. We found DesertTrips through the TripAdvisor site, and we decided to use them based on the high reviews that this company had. Med arranged for us the Riads and hotels, local guides (Marrakech, Casablanca, and Fes), tours in the cities, a car, a driver....etc. Our accommodations at all the Riads were excellent, clean, comfortable, and beautiful, Moroccan style which was exactly what we wanted. It was a fantastic trip that we thoroughly enjoyed. Also booked a tour for us to spend two nights in the Desert, one night in (Erg Chebbi) under tents and the other one in a hotel, all of it was excellent; took a camel ride to our luxury desert camp, drove through the desert, searched for fossils, and stopped at a Bedouin house, had a picnic lunch in the desert... The food was exceptional(beef tagine is the most delicious) That was so sweet!! I loved it!! The best part of the trip was Said, our driver. He made the trip comfortable, entertaining, and exceptional. He quickly became a friend and shared about his life culture and showed us so many things along the path which we would not have known. The trip would not have been the same without him!! We were picked up in a new minivan, with air conditioning and he got us bottles of water every day. The driver is one of the nicest people I have ever met, he was energetic, easygoing, honest, and very respectful, and he did everything within his power to make sure we were happy. We will never forget. Thank you DesertTrips for all your patience with us and for all the great things you did for us. Thanks to you our trip was a success. A special shout out to Said who drove us everywhere and was with us for pretty much the entire trip. We highly recommend DesertTrips 10/10!!. Best wishes always!!
We have just returned from a fabulous vacation to Morocco. Our tour of Morocco was organized by DesertTrips. they were prompt and clear communication via email with Med prior to the tour booking letting us know exactly what we were buying and being super amenable if we needed to make any changes and they made sure we were completely happy and 100% Satisfied. Our guide/driver Said was amazing. things went smoothly the whole 10 days we were in Morocco. He took great care of us during the entire trip. He was very knowledgeable, and professional, gave us great insight on Moroccan history, and helped us with shopping. He made us comfortable and safe and always accompanied us when needed. We laughed a lot and shared lots of stories during our drive. Thanks, Said for everything. A special thank you to our guide Hassan in Fes, and Mustaffa in Marrakech. They were amazing and shared a lot of knowledge with us and took amazing photos for me. My favorite highlight on the trip was the desert Merzouga and night the best glamping ever. our two days were very memorable. It was a comfortable accommodation every night with a sumptuous breakfast (more like a brunch every day) and great dinners for some of the nights. By the way, the Moroccan food was very yummy!! Morocco was not like anywhere we’d been before. It’s unlikely we’ll see another country like Morocco again. It’s not an easy job working long hours day after day and dealing with people from all walks of life with a good attitude. Said was open and his recommendations were all spot-on. the entire trip went on without a hitch for us. Often times we even forgot to take pictures because we were trying to absorb all the info. It’s difficult to condense 10 days of experience into a snippet. Overall the tour was great. So in conclusion We felt we got a real sense of the culture, the people, and the country thanks to DesertTrips. We highly recommend them!!
We can only say spectacular! 100x100 recommended. Morocco has been a magical destination that has been even more enjoyable when doing it with Desert Trips. At all times we had a driver in Spanish who accompanied us to all the excursions and explained in detail what we were seeing and its history. The hotels, local guides, selected restaurants are a success. Being a private trip allows you a much more personalized trip planning and there Med is an expert, informed us of all the things to consider and what suited more to what we were looking for, adjusting everything to our taste. We were clear that it was the best option and we were not mistaken! There has been no problem but I am sure that if there had been they would have solved it immediately since the attention has been 10. It has been a totally personalized attention that we will certainly repeat again. Thank you very much to Med for being so vigilant and for organizing such a beautiful trip. A hug!
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