Whet your appetite experiencing this 10 days Morocco tour starting from Tangier. This tour gives you the opportunity to discover different layers of Morocco. You will visit some of the must see cities in Morocco all at the same time. Chefchaouen, Fez, Marrakech, Rabat, Essaouira and the Sahara desert figure in everyone’s travel list to Morocco. You will get the chance to witness Morocco’s art, culture and History. 

Last but not least, you will have the opportunity to do many activities in parallel such as camel trekking, a must do in the desert, and meeting locals to get a closer look into Moroccan culture. Our tour stays always flexible to meet your needs. Besides what we propose to you as an itinerary and activities, you can always take part in making it. You tell us your preferences and we customize the private tour accordingly. All with unbeatable prices and unparalleled value.

Let us now discover below this 10 days tour’s itinerary to have an idea on what it has to offer:

DAY 1 : ARRIVAL IN TANGIER / TETOUAN 

Airport pickup and drop off at the hotel according to the flight details. 

We will drive right after to Chefchaouen.

Overnight in Chefchaouen.

DAY 2 : CHEFCHAOUEN – FEZ

After breakfast, we will explore the blue pearl of the north of  Morocco: Chefchaouen or Chaouen. All its buildings are blue, a small quiet town surrounded by nature and a relaxing atmosphere located in the Rif Mountains. It offers many instagrammable spots. We will explore its streets and the charming Kasbah of Chefchaouen back in the 15th century. Your day will be filled with sights, exploration, sounds and smells of the medina. Afterwards, we will drive to the spiritual city, Fez to spend the night in a charming riad.

DAY 3 : LET’S DIG INTO FEZ !

After breakfast, we start our journey discovering the different layers of Fez with our local tour guide. Fez is also an imperial city of Morocco founded in the 9th century, unlike the others, it is the most rich in terms of history and culture. Fez is also the spiritual capital of the country. The fact that she holds many names proves its richness and authenticity. With our guided tour, we will get the chance to wander around the high walled streets of the medina ( which means the old city ) and admire its architecture, historic monuments that are settling around every corner. One of the corners of the medina called Fez El Bali is thought to be the largest intact medina that survived until today in the whole world. The oldest university of the world also is found in Fez. We will spend the day visiting Medrassa Bou Inania, the tanneries and the splendid Funduk Nejjarine before going back to our riad where we will enjoy our delicious Moroccan dinner and spend the night in a charming riad.

DAY 4 : FEZ – MIDELT – ZIZ VALLEY – ERFOUD – MERZOUGA

After breakfast, our long drive will start to go to the Sahara desert : Merzouga city. We will be crossing many cities on our way through the Atlas Mountains such as Ifrane also called the Switzerland of Morocco due to its outstanding nature and low temperature during winter. We will also pass through Azrou next, known for its calmness and cedar forest inhabited by endangered barbary monkeys that are used to people. 

Before joining the pre-saharan zone of Morocco, we will have our lunch in a berber village to catch some fresh air and energy to whet our appetite by what’s coming next in this trip. The first city we will be crossing right after is Errachidia then Erfoud, where the famous hollywood films “The Mummy” and “Prince of Persia” were filmed. It offers impressive views of the palm grooves and remarkable fossil quarries that will let us sense and feel the beginning of the Saharan Oasis of Tafilalt. And as Merzouga has vast dunes, your breath will be taken away by the stunning view these dunes offer, appearing from the horizon. And finally the time for a camel trek has arrived! We will continue our exploration on a camel ride through the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes, the largest sand dunes of Morocco, and head afterwards to our camp where we will have our dinner and spend the night.

In the end of the day, a simple look up to experience the star filled Sahara desert sky, makes it worthy of the long trip it took to be there.

DAY 5 : MERZOUGA – RISSANI – TODGHA GORGES – DADES

After breakfast, our journey continues and takes us to Rissani, known for its nature and wildlife. It is also where what was once Sijilmassa, the gold trade heart of north Africa across the Sahara in medieval times. We will visit the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum or what’s also called Zaouia Moulay Ali ash-Sharif where history lies within especially if you are an architecture and craftsmanship lover. We shall have the possibility to stop by the Souk (market) and Foundouks where donkeys gather. You will have the possibility to buy some souvenirs. Afterwards, we will continue to Dades Valley passing through Todgha gorges that travelers always refer to as Colorado with its high plateau. Then comes the Dades Valley after going along a road of thousand Kasbahs. A visit to Dades gorges & valleys is a must especially for nature lovers.

Overnight and dinner in a charming Riad in Dades.

Day 6: DADES VALLEY – OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH

After breakfast, we will head to Marrakech. On our way, we will not miss the opportunity to give Kasbah Ait Benhaddou a visit. The world UNESCO heritage since 1987 is a ksar (fortified village) that served as a strategic stop for caravans of camels, often numbering hundreds, on the trans-Saharan trade route from Sudan to Marrakech carrying gold, silver, and slaves and returning with salt. Another kasbah awaits us on our way via Tizin’tchka pass. This kasbah located in Telouet village has been there since the 17th century. Afterwards, we will keep gazing at the landscapes the road has to offer, especially those of berber villages, until we arrive at the famous Marrakech to spend the night.

DAY 7 : LET’S DISCOVER MARRAKECH !

After breakfast, our discovery of the red city starts. It is also an imperial city that has so much potential to offer. Wherever you are, the atlas mountains will remain visible. It is the city where modernity meets traditions. It was founded back in 1062 which explains its diversity and authenticity. To not miss any of its attractions, we will have a guided tour to the old town. Our tour guide will let us visit interesting monuments such as Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace and the famous Jamaa El Fna Square. The other part of the city is called Gueliz, this is where there is the Yves Saint Laurent Museum, Jardin Majorelle gardens (the hidden gardens) and shopping malls.

DAY 8 : MARRAKECH TO ESSAOUIRA (OVERNIGHT OR EXCURSION)

After breakfast, we will drive to Essaouira city or Mogador as it is known for as well. It is located on the Atlantic coast and is 170 km far from Marrakech. We may stop on our way to visit an Organic Argan Oil Cooperative that is a form of an open air museum. Women will show you how they traditionally hand press oils from the kernels using their ancient tools. Besides, we may also stop to take pictures with the goats by the road on argan trees. Then comes Essaouira, the windy city. If you are a water sport fan, there is a chance for you to try some kitesurfing and windsurfing in Essaouira. Additionally, this city represents a real combination of art and history. This is represented in the local’s way of life that is remarkable in the souk (traditional market) which sparkles with colors and historical handicrafts.We will cease the opportunity to wander between the old Medina walls and get the chance to devour the delicious fresh seafood in the fishing market.

Overnight in Essaouira in a charming Riad.

DAY 9 : FROM ESSAOUIRA/MARRAKECH TO CASABLANCA

We head to Casablanca and shall give El Jadida a quick visit if we have enough time then visit the economic capital of Morocco and its richness: Casablanca. If you are an architecture fan, you will get the chance to witness some great Mauresque facades in Casablanca’s downtown and also in the famous Hassan II Mosque, the second largest mosque in the world with a minaret of 210m.

Overnight in Casablanca.

DAY 10 :  DEPARTURE DAY CASABLANCA TO AIRPORT

After breakfast, we will assist and drop you off at the airport according to your flight details. Alternative journey thank you for choosing it to organize your trip to Morocco and for sharing one of your best memories in Morocco with its team.