12 days Morocco tour from Tangier

Your adventure begins in Tangier, a historic port city where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. Your driver greets you and takes you to explore:

• The Kasbah of Tangier, offering panoramic ocean views.
• The lively Grand Socco, a perfect spot to soak in the city’s energy.
• The Caves of Hercules, a legendary site connected to Greek mythology.

After a relaxed evening, settle into your riad for the night.

Leave Tangier behind and drive through the Rif Mountains to the magical town of Chefchaouen. This picture-perfect city, painted in shades of blue, is a dream destination for photographers and travelers alike. Spend the day exploring:

• The charming medina, with its winding blue alleyways.
• The Kasbah Museum, showcasing Chefchaouen’s history.
• A breathtaking sunset view from Ras El Ma or the Spanish Mosque.

Enjoy a peaceful night in a riad surrounded by the town’s calming beauty.

After breakfast, head south towards Volubilis, Morocco’s most famous Roman ruins. Walk through ancient mosaics and grand archways before continuing to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities. Here, visit:

• Bab Mansour, the grand entrance to the old medina.
• Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, a stunning historical site.

Arrive in Fes by evening, where you’ll stay in a traditional riad inside the medina.

Step back in time with a guided tour of Fes, one of the world’s oldest medieval cities. Highlights include:

Al-Qarawiyyin University, the oldest university in the world.
The vibrant Chouara Tannery, where leather is dyed traditionally.
The Bou Inania Madrasa, a stunning example of Islamic architecture.

Spend the evening soaking in the authentic atmosphere of this cultural capital.

Your desert adventure begins as you leave Fes and drive through:

• Ifrane, known as “the Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style buildings.
• Cedar forests, home to wild Barbary macaques.
• Midelt, where you’ll stop for lunch in a scenic mountain town.
• Ziz Valley, offering breathtaking palm-filled landscapes.

By late afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, where camels await to take you into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a stunning sunset before arriving at your luxury desert camp. After dinner, gather around the bonfire for traditional Berber music and stargazing.

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then ride camels back to Merzouga. After breakfast, visit Rissani, an authentic desert town famous for its lively markets.

Continue to the breathtaking Todra Gorge, a paradise for hikers with towering cliffs on both sides. After exploring the gorge, head to the Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations and kasbahs. Overnight in a beautiful guesthouse.

Journey along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, stopping at Ouarzazate, Morocco’s “Hollywood” where films like Gladiator were shot.

Visit the legendary Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed mud-brick fortress that has been a backdrop for many movies. After exploring its narrow streets, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in the bustling city of Marrakech.

Spend the day uncovering the beauty of Marrakech with a guided city tour. Highlights include:

• The lush Majorelle Garden, a peaceful retreat.
• The Koutoubia Mosque, the city’s most iconic landmark.
• The Saadian Tombs, hidden for centuries and now a historical treasure.
• The lively Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, where snake charmers, storytellers, and musicians bring the city to life.

Enjoy a relaxing evening in a charming riad.

Head west to the charming coastal town of Essaouira. Along the way, stop to see argan goats climbing trees and visit a women’s argan oil cooperative.

Once in Essaouira, explore:

• The UNESCO-listed medina, with its white-and-blue buildings.
• The Skala de la Ville, a historic sea-facing fortress.
• The lively harbor, where fishermen sell fresh seafood.

Enjoy a relaxed evening by the beach or a seafood dinner overlooking the Atlantic.

After breakfast, take one last stroll along Essaouira’s sandy shores before driving north to Casablanca, Morocco’s modern metropolis.

Upon arrival, visit:

• The stunning Hassan II Mosque, perched over the Atlantic Ocean.
• The elegant Corniche, a lively seaside promenade.

Enjoy a comfortable night in Casablanca.

Before heading back to Tangier, make a stop in Rabat, Morocco’s capital. Explore:

• The Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret from the 12th century.
• The Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a beautiful marble structure.
• The charming Kasbah of the Oudayas, offering ocean views.

Continue the scenic drive back to Tangier for your final night.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy free time in Tangier before your transfer to the airport or ferry terminal, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.