12 Days Morocco Imperial Cities & Desert Tours
MOROCCO TRIP : 12 Days Morocco Imperial Cities & Desert Tours
Embark on a journey to Morocco’s unique cities like Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes, then explore the mountains down south. There, you’ll see sandy hills, strong forts called kasbahs, and palm tree groves where friendly Berber communities reside. Afterwards, visit Marrakech and Essaouira. Explore ancient mosques, significant buildings, streets, taste delicious Moroccan cuisine, and enjoy beautiful seaside spots.
Day 1: Tangier
When you arrive at Tangier’s port, we’ll help you get to your hotel. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Explore Tangier’s old town, the ‘great and small Socco,’ the fortress with a view of the ocean and the Spanish coast, the Caves of Hercules, and Cape Spartel. Afterward, enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Tangier - Tetouan -Chefchaouen
After you eat breakfast, we’ll explore Tangier. We’ll see Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules. Later, we’ll drive to Tétouan and visit the old town, the outside of the royal palace, the Jewish area called Mellah, and Bab Remouz. Then, we’ll head to Chefchaouen. When we arrive, we’ll have lunch and then take a tour of this beautiful white town. Dinner and spending the night will be in Chefchaouen.
Day 3: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
After breakfast, we’ll drive to Volubilis to see ancient Roman remains and learn about Morocco’s history there. After exploring, we’ll head to Meknes, a city known for its 17th-century heritage. We’ll stop for lunch and check out the big old walls in the town center, visit Bab el Mansour, and see Moulay Ismail’s shrine. Then, we’ll continue our journey to Fes, where you’ll stay overnight.
Day 4: Fes City tour
After breakfast, we’ll explore the oldest city in Morocco by walking through its narrow streets and paths. We’ll start by visiting important places like the Royal Palace gate, the Jewish area, which was the first of its kind in Morocco and dates back to the 16th century. During the visit, we’ll show you places with lots of history and culture, like the famous Al Qaraouine University (the oldest in the area), the Tanneries, the Attarine museum, and Mulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you’ll visit a cooperative where they make beautiful tiles, and then enjoy a stunning view of the whole city of Fes. Dinner and overnight stay will be provided.
Day 5: Fes – Midelt - Merzouga
After you have breakfast at your hotel, you’ll head to Merzouga through Errachidia and Erfoud. On the way, you’ll go through the impressive Ziz Gorge and see the High Atlas plateau. As you get closer to Errachidia, you’ll start noticing some signs of the desert. There, you’ll have lunch and experience the kindness of the Berber people. Then, you’ll travel through the beautiful Ziz Valley, stopping to enjoy amazing views as you head to Erfoud and finally reach the Merzouga desert. Dinner and spending the night will be in Merzouga.
Day 6: Merzouga Desert
After you eat breakfast, you’ll meet nomad families and see how they live in their Berber tents. For lunch, you’ll get to try a local dish called ‘Berber pizza.’ Afterward, you’ll have some free time to relax. In the afternoon, you’ll ride a camel through the dunes of Erg Echebbi. When you arrive at the desert camp, you’ll have dinner under the stars, listening to Berber music in the sand dunes. Then, you’ll spend the night at the camp.
Day 7: Merzouga - Toudra Gorges - Dades valley
In the morning, after you eat breakfast, we’ll leave for Tineghir, passing by Ksar Touroug and its beautiful oasis. Tineghir is an old army camp that looks out over palm tree fields. We’ll explore the Todgha Gorges there. Later, we’ll head to the Dades Valley, where you’ll have dinner and spend the night at a hotel with a great view in the Dades Valley.
Day 8: Dades valley - Ouarzazette - Ait Ben Haddou kasbah - Marrakech
After breakfast, we’ll travel through the Dades Valley towards Kalaa M’gouna and Ouarzazate. This route is known as ‘the way of the thousand kasbahs,’ offering lots of chances for great photos. You’ll see the valley, famous for its roses, and the movie-making city of Ouarzazate. We’ll pass by Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, the biggest one in Morocco, built by T-hami El Glaoui, a Berber leader. It used to be an important stop for him during his travels from the Sahara to Marrakech and is now a UNESCO heritage site. Then, we’ll cross the High Atlas mountains, enjoying amazing views and passing through charming Berber villages all the way to Marrakech.
Day 9: Marrakech Sightseeing
In the morning, after your yummy breakfast, we’ll head out to explore Marrakech, also known as the ‘red city.’ We’ll visit its lovely places and soak up the city’s vibe. You’ll get to see the Koutoubia Mosque, El Bahia Palace, The Saadian Tombs, Menara Gardens, and Djemaa el Fna. After an amazing day discovering the city, we’ll take you back to your riad or hotel in Marrakech.
Day 10: Marrakech - Casablanca
Drive to Casablanca, which is the main city for business and industry in Morocco. We’ll explore the city, visiting the Habous neighborhood, the Justice Palace, the town center, and the seaside. Dinner and spending the night will be in Casablanca.
🕒 DURATION : 12 Days – 11 Nights
📍DEPARTURE LOCATION : Any Place in Tangier
📍RETURN LOCATION : Any Place in Casablanca
💸 PRICE : Depends on the number of travelers
Included :
- ✅Pick up from the hotel
- ✅Transport in an A/C vehicle for a private tour
- ✅Experienced English/Spanish-speaking driver/guide.
- ✅All accommodation in hotels/riads
- ✅All Breakfasts/dinners as per itinerary
- ✅Camel ride in the Sahara desert
- ✅Accommodation in desert camp
- ✅Drop off at your hotel
Excluded :
- ❌ Drinks / Lunches
- ❌ Anything extra
🗺️Tour's Map : MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA
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