
Morocco's northern gateway on the Strait of Gibraltar
Tangier Desert Tours
Tangier sits where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic, a short ferry ride from Spain, which makes it a natural starting point for travelers arriving from Europe — it's also the closest major departure city to Chefchaouen's blue medina.
Why start here
- A short ferry crossing from mainland Spain
- The closest departure city to Chefchaouen
- A route north through the Rif Mountains
3 itineraries from Tangier

10-Day Desert Tour from Tangier through Morocco
Morocco's diverse landscapes, vibrant culture, and historic treasures: from coastal Tangier through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the imperial cities of Meknes and Fes, the Sahara Desert, and gorges and valleys, concluding in Marrakech.
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6-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Tangier to Marrakech
From Tangier's port through the Rif Mountains, historic medinas, desert adventure, and the Atlas range, concluding in Marrakech.
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8-Day Andalusian Morocco Tour from Tangier
A northern loop with no desert leg: Tangier's port and medina, Andalusian-influenced Tetouan, the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, the Volubilis Roman ruins, and the imperial cities of Meknes, Fez, and Rabat.
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- How many tours depart from Tangier?
- 3 private itineraries depart from Tangier on this site, ranging from short desert loops to longer grand tours.
- How far is Tangier from the Sahara desert?
- Driving time varies by route, but most of our itineraries from this city reach the first dunes within a day or two of departure — check each tour's day-by-day itinerary for exact routing and driving times.
- Can I start in one city and end in another?
- Yes — many of our itineraries begin and end in different cities. Tell us your arrival and departure points and we'll route accordingly.
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