11 Days Grand tour from Tangier to explore Morocco
OVERVIEW :
This 11-day journey through Morocco offers an immersive experience in the country’s diverse landscapes, rich culture, and timeless history. The adventure begins in Tangier, where you’ll explore the vibrant port city before heading to Chefchaouen, the iconic blue town nestled in the Rif Mountains. From there, you’ll travel to Fes, where you’ll explore its famous medina and tanneries. The tour then takes you through the Middle Atlas to Merzouga, where you’ll experience the magic of the Sahara Desert, enjoy a camel ride at sunset, and visit local nomadic villages. You’ll also explore dramatic gorges, valleys, and kasbahs, including the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou. After crossing the High Atlas Mountains, the tour culminates in Marrakech, where you’ll delve into the city’s history, culture, and vibrant souks. The journey ends with visits to Casablanca, Rabat, and Asilah, before returning to Tangier for departure.
highlights :
- Tangier: Begin your journey in this lively port city, known for its cosmopolitan charm and historical significance, with a chance to explore the bustling markets and vibrant streets.
- Chefchaouen: Discover the enchanting blue town nestled in the Rif Mountains, famous for its narrow streets, picturesque buildings, and local artisan markets.
- Fes Medina: Explore the world’s oldest living medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with visits to historic mosques, tanneries, and ancient landmarks, including the Royal Palace and the tomb of Moulay Idriss II.
- Sahara Desert: Experience a thrilling camel ride across the towering dunes of Merzouga, enjoy the unforgettable desert sunset, and spend the night in a traditional nomadic tent under the stars.
- Rissani Market: Visit this bustling market in the desert, where you’ll find local produce, spices, and handicrafts, offering a glimpse into daily life in this remote region.
- Dades Gorges & Todra Gorges: Hike through these stunning canyons, known for their dramatic cliffs and natural beauty, with opportunities to enjoy scenic views and peaceful walks.
- Kasbahs & Berber Villages: Travel along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs,” visiting ancient kasbahs, the Valley of Roses, and picturesque Berber villages, including a visit to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- High Atlas Mountains: Cross the breathtaking Tizi n’Tichka pass, where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the rugged mountains and valleys.
- Marrakech: Discover the vibrant heart of Morocco, with visits to historic palaces, gardens, and the bustling souks, as well as the lively Djemaa El Fna square, filled with street performers, snake charmers, and fortune tellers.
- Casablanca & Rabat: Visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, and explore the capital city of Rabat, including the Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Royal Palace.
- Asilah Beach: Relax on the coastal beaches of Asilah, known for its charming atmosphere and artistic vibe, before returning to Tangier for your departure.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Tangier
Arrival at Tangier Welcome to disembark at the port, transfer to hotel.
Day 2 : Tangier – Chefchaouen
Depart Tangier to Chefchaouen visit traditional villages along the road, arriving in Chefchauen. Walk around the village, taking advantage of its famous, markets, etc. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 : Chefchaouen – Exporing Fes
Morning Road To Fez,lunch and tour of the medina and tanneries, Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 : Fes – Midelt – Rissani – Merzouga
Leaving fes .and go through the Middle Atlas passing by cedar forest we will have the opportunity to meet barbarian apes. Before having lunch at Medalt city and continued until Errachidia lake, crossing the valley ZIZ, to reach Merzouga late afternoon.Over night in a Hotel/Riad.
Day 5 : Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
After breakfast, we go to see the dunes and the oasis of Merzouga , nomads,their way of living,continuing to the village of blacks oroginate from (Mali) listening to their local music then to MIFISS mines, desert plateau, nomads, Berbers, the oasis of Tissardmine,lunch on the way before we back to the hotel where you camles are waiting ,about 1h 30min to see the mose spectaculat sunset in the world.Over night in nomadic tent.
Day 6 : Merzouga – Erfoud – Dades Gorges
We will start by visiting the Rissani market,where the track starts to go to the famous Gorges of Todra,lunch under the cllift, we continue our road to the Gorges du Dades. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 : Dades Gorges – Boutghrar – Ait Ben Haddou
After breakfast, we will cross the valley of the Dades known by its several Berber villages. Keep walking by a mountain track AMGOUNE So we will see nomadic caves, the Valley of Roses,then to the Holyood of morocco Ouarzazate ( kasbah taourirte,film studio,museum ), lunch on the way, before arriving at the famous in AitBen Haddou village. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 : Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After breakfast, visit the world heritage site Ait-Ben Haddou Kasbah, which has turned films like Gladiator and many others. Follow the path to cross the High Atlas mountains crossing the Tizi ntichka pass ( 2260 meters),stopping to see some beautiful panoramic views,lunch on the way before arriving at Marrakech late afternoon, Overnight at the hotel.
Day 9 : Visiting Marrakech
After breakfast Visit the Arabic palaces and old Koran school for a taste of Morocco culture and history. Visit Menara Garden and the Souk where many guild artisans can be watched as they work. Beautiful tapestry and fabrics and leather. Exotic spices. The Plaza Djemna el Fna with Berber musicians, snake charmers, fortune-tellers, snake charmers, fire-eaters, storytellers is a must. The night brings the FANTASIA spectacular, a special Marrakech dinner.
Day 10 : Marrakech – Casablanca – Rabat – Asilah
Early departure to visit the Hassan II Mosque, then to Rabat to visit the museum and the mosque of Mohamed V, food and rest. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 11 : Asilah – Tangier
Morning on the beach until the collection by the carrier that will take us to the port to take the ferry back to the mainland.
included :
- Transport in 4×4 car with Air condition
- Private driver/English speaking guide
- Accommodation (dinner and breakfast) in hotels
- Camel ride through the desert
- Sleep in desert tent
excluded :
- Airline tickets
- Noon meals
- Drinks
- Entrance fees