Multi-day Tours and Trips from Tanger

The coastal destination of Tangier is the gateway to Morocco and has been dubbed the “White City” for its picture-perfect white-washed architecture. Founded over 2,00 years ago, Tangier is home to a host of museums, mosques and caves that will delight any tourist.

However, travel enthusiasts may wish to see what lies beyond this metropolis by discovering the multitude of multi-day trips and tours from Tangier that are on offer.

Whether you wish to experience the untold magic of the Sahara Desert from a camel’s back, wander ancient Roman remains or get swept up in the hustle and bustle of a local souk, there’s an excursion to suit you.

2-Day trips

Those who wish to experience more of Morocco’s rich culture but are limited by their itinerary can choose to participate in a 2-day trip from Tangier. There are a plethora of destination options, which means that whether you’re an adventure seeker, a city slicker or a history buff, there will be an excursion to pique your interest.

One of the most popular multi-day tours from Tangier heads to the Sahara Desert where you’ll admire blazing sunsets from a camel’s back, discover the lifestyle of the nomadic Berber people and sleep under a blanket of stars, surrounded by lofty dunes.

Another option is to travel to Marrakech to stroll through its bustling souks, explore its ancient Jewish Quarter and stumble upon architectural gems in the medina.

If it’s Morocco’s big cities that you’re interested in, why not book a 2-day trip to Marrakech that includes Fez in its itinerary? Alongside discovering the city’s wealth of mosques and madrassas, you’ll also stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis.

Those who want to cram as many destinations as possible into 48 hours can select a 2-day tour to Chefchaouen plus Tangier, Tetouan and Asilah. After visiting Tangiers' main highlights, you’ll travel as far as Tetouan to roam its UNESCO-listed medina before continuing to the “Blue Pearl of Morocco” — Chefchaouen.

Discover the history behind the town’s vibrant walls before breathing in the fresh sea air at the 15th-century coastal town of Asilah.

3-Day trips

You’ll find that 3-day tours from Tangier typically visit the same destinations as shorter multi-day excursions. However, you’ll benefit from additional time in each location, meaning that you can slow the pace and visit more attractions in each place.

Those who wish to explore Tetouan, Chefchaouen and Asilah can do so after spending the first day of their trip hopping between Tangier’s most famed landmarks, including Tangier Medina, the Caves of Hercules, and the Tangier Casbah.

Alongside discovering the Medina of Tetouan, you’ll also have time to amble through its archaeological museum and its magnificent park.

Another destination you’ll have the opportunity to visit on a 3-day tour to Tetouan, Chefchaouen and Asilah is Ras El Maa Waterfall, located just outside the blue city walls of Chefchaouen.

Alternatively, if the largest medina in North Africa is on your bucket list, book a 3-day trip to Fez that also includes Chefchaouen. Along the way, you’ll be able to enrich your knowledge of Morocco’s history with a visit to the capital of Mauritania — Volubilis — built in the 3rd century B.C., as well as Meknes, one of the country’s four Imperial cities.

In Fez itself, you’ll saunter through the city’s cobbled alleyways to discover the open-air Chouara Tannery, where artisans have been dyeing leather since the 16th century.

You’ll also pass by the University of al-Qarawiyyin, which began as a humble mosque and is now recognized by UNESCO as the oldest university in the world, as well as a number of fascinating museums, which include Borj Nord, and Dar Bartha.

4-Day trips

Make your Morocco vacation one for the memory books by embarking on a wild 4-day trip from Tangier. This is the ideal way to experience life outside the city for those with a less regimented itinerary.

Again, there are a multitude of options, enabling you to participate in exhilarating activities, delve into the country’s long-standing history and get on board with ancient traditions.

One of the most comprehensive multi-day tours from Tangier begins by traveling to Chefchaouen where you’ll discover the reason behind its blue walls and amble through its colorful medina before exploring the 1,200-year-old city of Fez.

Then make your way to the village of Merzouga for an overnight experience in the golden wonderland of the Sahara Desert. Here, you’ll stay in a desert camp after admiring the dunes while perched on the back of a camel, and spend your evening sipping on mint tea, enjoying folksy Berber music, and stargazing up at the inky black skies.

From there, you’ll move into the Atlas Mountains to discover the Todgha Gorges, which reach heights of over 400 meters. On your final day, you’ll visit the Valley of Roses, where thousands of blush blooms are picked each year, as well as Ouarzazate, which you may recognize from several Hollywood productions, including “Gladiator.”

Alternatively, you can choose to visit just a couple of destinations from this list to explore in more detail on your 4-day trip from Tangier. Or, roam the city’s capital with a tour that travels to Rabat, Fez and Meknes, known for its Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.