12-Day Morocco Total Solar Eclipse Tour 2027: Tangier, Sahara and Marrakech

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Itinerary
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Day 1Saturday, July 31: Arrive in Casablanca

Casablanca, Morocco

Welcome to Morocco. Your driver meets the group at Casablanca Mohammed V airport. Depending on arrival times, visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, set right on the Atlantic, and end the day with a walk along the Corniche. Overnight in Casablanca.

Day 2Sunday, August 1: Casablanca, Rabat, Asilah and Tangier

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Drive about 1.5 hours to Rabat, Morocco’s capital, to see the Kasbah of the Udayas and the Hassan Tower. Continue north along the Atlantic to the whitewashed town of Asilah, then on to Tangier, where you settle in the day before the eclipse. Overnight in Tangier.

Day 3Monday, August 2: Total Solar Eclipse in Tangier, then Chefchaouen

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Eclipse day. Tangier is in the path of totality, with about 4 minutes and 51 seconds of total eclipse beginning around 8:44 am. Watch the sky go dark over the Strait of Gibraltar, with no travel needed on eclipse morning.

After the eclipse, drive to Chefchaouen, the blue city of the Rif Mountains, and explore its lanes in the late afternoon light. Overnight in Chefchaouen. Read our guide to the 2027 eclipse in Morocco.

Day 4Tuesday, August 3: Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes and Fes

Bab Mansour gate in Meknes

Drive about 2 hours to Volubilis, the best preserved Roman ruins in Morocco, then about 1 hour to the imperial city of Meknes and its Bab Mansour gate. Continue about 1 hour to Fes. Overnight in Fes.

Day 5Wednesday, August 4: Fes

Fes, Morocco

A full day with a professional local guide in Fes el Bali, one of the largest car-free medieval medinas in the world: the tanneries, madrasas, souks and artisans’ workshops. Overnight in Fes.

Day 6Thursday, August 5: Fes to the Sahara

Merzouga dunes in the Sahara Desert

Fes to Merzouga is 468 km, about 7 hours with stops, through Ifrane, the cedar forest of Azrou and the Ziz Valley. At the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes, ride a camel to your desert camp at sunset. Dinner and overnight at the Sahara camp.

Day 7Friday, August 6: A Full Day in the Sahara

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Watch the sunrise from the dunes, then spend a full day in the desert, with time to rest, visit nearby villages or simply watch the dunes change color. Summer days are hot, so activities happen in the early morning and late afternoon. Tonight you move from the camp to a riad at the edge of the dunes. Dinner and overnight at the riad.

Day 8Saturday, August 7: Todra Gorge and Dades Valley

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Leave the desert and drive west to the Todra Gorge, where you walk between the high canyon walls, then on to the Dades Valley and its winding road. Dinner and overnight in the Dades Valley. See our Dades and Todra guide.

Day 9Sunday, August 8: Atlas Studios, Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakech

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Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate and visit Atlas Studios, the film studios where many international movies have been shot. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, the UNESCO-listed ksar, then cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka pass to Marrakech. Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 10Monday, August 9: Marrakech

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A guided tour of Marrakech: the souks, the Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Koutoubia, with an evening in Jemaa el-Fna. Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 11Tuesday, August 10: Marrakech at Your Own Pace

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A free day to shop, relax at a hammam or visit the Majorelle Garden (tickets not included). Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 12Wednesday, August 11: Departure from Casablanca

Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca airport, about 2.5 hours, for your flight home.

Price Includes

  • Ground transportation with a professional driver for the small group
  • 11 nights in 4 star hotels and riads
  • Breakfast daily
  • Dinners in the Sahara (1 night at the desert camp, 1 night at a riad) and in the Dades Valley
  • Professional local guides in Fes and Marrakech
  • Camel trek in the Sahara
  • Local taxes

Price Excludes

  • Airfare and travel insurance
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Entrance tickets and fees for monuments and sites
  • Eclipse glasses
  • Tips
Payment Terms
  • Deposit now: pay a $780 deposit online when you book to reserve your place.
  • Balance on arrival: pay the rest $1,820 when you arrive in Morocco, in cash (no fee) or by card (5% fee).
  • Room to yourself: if you would like a room to yourself, let us know and we will add it. It is an additional $995 for the entire trip.
F.A.Q

How much does this tour cost?

From about $2,600 per person with 4 star hotels and riads, based on two travelers sharing a room. This is an approximate price converted from euros; we confirm the exact price in your quote. See the payment terms above.

Is this trip for me?

Yes, if you want to see a total solar eclipse and the best of Morocco in one trip, with 4 star hotels and riads, comfortable transport and a small group of fellow travelers. In 12 days you watch the eclipse in Tangier, then visit Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara and Marrakech. It is still Morocco: things do not always go exactly to plan, and that is part of the magic. Come with an open mind and you will leave with stories for life.

When and where do we see the eclipse?

On Monday, August 2, 2027, from the beach or the Corniche in Tangier, looking out over the bay. Totality lasts about 4 minutes and 51 seconds, starting around 8:44 am. You arrive in Tangier the day before, so there is no travel on eclipse morning.

Is this a private tour?

No. This is a small group tour on fixed dates, July 31 to August 11, 2027, led by our local tour leader. Group size is between 8 and 16 travelers.

Can I join solo?

Absolutely. Many travelers come alone and leave with lifelong friends.

Where do we meet?

Our driver meets you at Casablanca Mohammed V airport on July 31, and the tour ends with a transfer back to Casablanca airport on August 11.

Are flights included?

No. You book your own flights into and out of Casablanca Mohammed V airport. Arrive on July 31 and fly home on August 11.

What are the rooms like?

Shared twin rooms in 4 star hotels and riads. Solo travelers are paired with someone of the same gender, and a few rooms might be triple. Couples get private rooms. Want your own room? Let us know ahead of time (extra fee, limited availability).

Is it hot in August?

Yes. August is hot in Fes, Marrakech and the Sahara, while Tangier and the north coast are milder. Wear light clothes, drink plenty of water and rest during the hottest hours of the day.

What should I pack?

Light, breathable clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, comfortable sneakers, a sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a warm layer for the desert night. Bring certified solar eclipse glasses (ISO 12312-2) to watch the partial phases safely.

Do I get free time?

Yes. While we explore a lot, you also have time to relax, shop or wander on your own, including a full day in Marrakech at your own pace.

Do I need a visa?

US, Canadian, UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Your passport should be valid for at least six months when you arrive. Other nationalities should check with their nearest Moroccan embassy. For more details, read our Morocco visa guide.

Should I book early?

Yes. Hotels in Tangier and northern Morocco are expected to fill up for the eclipse, so we recommend reserving as early as you can. Your spot is confirmed once your deposit is paid; we cannot hold spots.

Questions?

Email us at travel@simply-morocco.com or check our FAQ.

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