3-day tour from Tangier to Sahara Desert:
Day 1: Tangier to Merzouga
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Depart Tangier in the morning and drive towards Merzouga, a small village on the edge of the Sahara Desert.
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En route, pass through the stunning scenery of the Middle Atlas Mountains and stop at the cedar forests to see the resident Barbary macaques.
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Visit the beautiful Ziz Valley and the towns of Erfoud and Rissani before arriving at your desert camp in Merzouga.
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Enjoy a camel ride into the desert to watch the sunset and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at the campsite.
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Overnight in a desert camp in Merzouga.
Day 2: Merzouga to Zagora
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Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the sand dunes and enjoy breakfast at the campsite.
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Take a camel ride back to Merzouga and drive towards Zagora, passing through the Draa Valley, which is known for its palm groves and ancient Kasbahs.
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Visit the historical Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore the surrounding area.
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Arrive in Zagora in the evening and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
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Overnight in a hotel in Zagora.
Day 3: Zagora to Tangier
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After breakfast, depart Zagora and drive back towards Tangier, passing through the High Atlas Mountains and stopping in Ouarzazate, which is known as the "Gateway to the Sahara".
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Visit the Atlas Studios, the largest movie studio in Africa, and see some of the film sets used in famous movies and TV shows.
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Continue the drive back to Tangier and arrive in the evening.
Note: This itinerary is just a suggestion and can be customized to suit your preferences and interests. Additionally, the timing and locations may vary depending on your starting point, and the tour operator you choose.