12 Days Amazing Morocco Tour from Tangier

Day 1: Tangier – Chefchaouen

A reception will be at the port of Tangier. The journey will begin by passing through the Rif and then arriving in the beautiful city of Chefchaouen, which is a Berber name meaning ”horn”, perched beneath mountains of the Rif. Get to see the white Houses built over hills in shades of blue.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Hotel Ras El ma or similar.

Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fez

Depart after having breakfast to Fes. On the road, you will visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis and then continuing to Meknes, the modern imperial city, for visiting the old Medina, which is surrounded by a large line of the wall. At the end of the day, head straight to your accommodation in Fes, where you will spend the night.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Riad le perl de Midena or similar.

Day 3: Guided Tour of Fez

The whole day is dedicated to visiting the city of Fes, the oldest imperial city in Morocco founded in the eighth century by Moulay Idriss II. This guided tour will start by visiting the old Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and exploring Medina’s narrow streets lined with local shops and stalls. The exploration of the old Medina’s cultural and historical sightseeing includes Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Attarine Madrasa, Ennajarine Fountain, Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, and Al-Qarawiyyine university – the oldest continually operating university in the world. After lunch in a local restaurant, you will experience the panoramic view of the whole Medina of Fes before taking a brief visit to the new part “Fez Al-Jadid”. Then Check-in at a hotel or riad in the evening.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Riad le perl de Midena or similar.

Day 4: Fes – Azrou – Merzouga

In the morning you leave the subtle of Fez and drive along through the middle Atlas mountains; crossing Cedar forests which are very known all over the world. Cedar is much wanted by woodworkers and is used for different purposes. The drive will continue towards Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco, and Azrou, the typical Zayan middle Atlas Berber village. The drive will end in the desert after passing ZiZ valley and the city of Erfoud, usually by taking a rocky road to reach Merzouga. Spend the night in a hotel and have enough rest for the long next day.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Azawad Standard Desert Camp or similar.

Day 5: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi – Merzouga

The day shall be divided into different parts, starting with a black-skinned people village called ”khamlia” with whom you are going to drink mint tea and enjoy their Gnawa music. Afterward, you will visit the desert lake before heading towards the city of Rissani (tafilalet), the most important oasis in the southeast Moroccan desert where fortified villages are surrounded by palm groves in the afternoon, drive back to the hotel. The night includes a sunset ride on camels, Berber music, and staying the night in a Berber tent in the middle of Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes. A night full of adventures and pleasure.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Azawad Standard Desert Camp or similar.

Day 6: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges

Early morning, wake up for the spectacular sunrise and camel riding. return to the hotel for taking a shower and having breakfast. Then drive through a series of Berber villages on the way to Todra Gorges. After lunch in that impressive mountainous place, the journey will continue to Dades Valley.
By nightfall, you shall get to a raid or Kasbah.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Auberg Atlas de Dades or similar.

Day 7: Dades Gorges – Roses Valley – Ouarzazate

On the way to Ouarzazate, a series of fields and palm groves make picturesque views, such as Kalaat M’gouna rose valley and Skoura’s old kasbah. The oases have hundreds of Kasbahs ruins of all shapes and are beautifully surrounded by nature. When you get to Ouarzazate, the night will be passed in a raid.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Hotel Azghor or similar.

Day 8: Ait Ben-Haddou – Marrakech – Essaouira

From Ouarzazate drive towards Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified Kasbah built hundreds of years ago and reflects the great Berber earthen architecture. It is the place where many movies were shot. Admire the view of caravan roads and the faraway peaks of the High Atlas Mountain chain awaiting you. Enjoy the Kasbah ruins which still embody the ancient Berber civilization. You will keep on driving across the High Atlas mountains via Tichka pass (2,260 m.a.s.l), stopping at panoramic views, then continue to lunch in Marrakech and thereupon to Essaouira where you will spend the night in a hotel.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Riad el Khansa or similar.

Day 9: Essaouira – Marrakech

The brief sojourn will focus on the old city of Essaouira. You can be accompanied by a local guide when visiting the fascinating corners. You ought not to miss the enjoyable fresh air of the beach. Drive back to your hotel/raid in Marrakech in the afternoon.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Riad Dar Nadwa or similar.

Day 10: Marrakech Tour

after you rested from the desert and have your breakfast in one of the riads, you’ll start exploring Marrakech or as it is known by the Red city of Morocco and the last imperial city. You’ll visit the most important sites of historical and cultural interest, including Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia mosque, The Saadian Tombs , the Bahia Palace , and El Badie palace. after you have your lunch at one of the restaurants in the square, then you’ll walk through the old souks and view hundreds of handicrafts. In the evening you’ll have your own free time to explore the medina and enjoy the panoramic view of the city.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Riad Dar Nadwa or similar.

Day 11: Marrakech – Casablanca – Rabat – Asilah

Drive to Casablanca in the early morning to visit the Mosque of Hassan II and other sights. Afterward, drive on a coastal road through Rabat to Asilah and spend a calm night in a hotel.

🏚️ Hotel Option: Dar Azaouia or similar.

Day 12: Asilah – Tangier

This final destination enables you to relax. Various amazing sites of Asilah city are definitely worth visiting. The journey ends in tangier, hoping you go home so satisfied and with a great experience.