13-Day Morocco Tour from Tangier Itinerary
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13-Day Morocco Tour from Tangier Itinerary
Experience the best of Morocco on this 13-day, 12-night tour starting and ending in Tangier. Begin with visits to Cape Spartel and the Hercules Cave, then cross the Rif Mountains to explore the blue city of Chefchaouen and the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Continue with sightseeing in Fes and Meknes, and visit Ifrane, known as the Switzerland of Morocco, along with the nearby cedar forests.
Journey to the Sahara Desert in Merzouga for a camel ride and an overnight stay in the dunes, enjoying magical sunsets and sunrises. Explore the desert further and visit the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi nTichka Pass, then enjoy sightseeing in Marrakech and Essaouira. Conclude the tour with visits to Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city, and Rabat, the capital, before returning to Tangier, completing a comprehensive Moroccan adventure.
Duration: 13 days/12 nights
Start: Tangier
End: Tangier
Tour Style: Private
HIGHILGHTES:
- Visiting Tangier’s Cave of Hercules and Cape Spartel
- Driving through the Rif Mountains to reach Chefchaouen
- Exploring Chefchaouen’s blue medina and hiking to the Spanish Mosque
- Touring the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes
- Discovering Fes: Royal Palace Gate, The Mellah, Borj Sud fortress, medina, tanneries, and Al Quaraouiyine University
- Traveling through Ifrane, cedar forests, Midelt, and Ziz Valley to reach Merzouga Sahara
- Camel trekking at sunset and overnight in a luxury desert camp
- Visiting Merzouga region: nomads, Khamlia village, palm groves, and flamingo lake
- Exploring Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Roses Valley, Ouarzazate, and Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Marrakech sightseeing: Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, souks, Jamaa El Fna, Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Garden
- Driving to Essaouira and discovering its old medina, port, and argan tree plantations
- Exploring Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque, Mohammed V Square, Rick’s Café, Corniche
- Visiting Rabat: Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Kasbah of Oudaya, then reaching Assilah
TOUR Itinerary
- Day 1: Tangier ⇢ Tetouan ⇢ Chefchaouen
Arrival in Tangier. Pick-up from the airport, port, or accommodation. Begin with a tour of Tangier, visiting the Cave of Hercules and Cape Spartel, where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic. Free time for lunch. Drive inland through Tetouan and the Rif Mountains, stopping for panoramic views, before reaching the Blue City of Chefchaouen. Overnight in a Riad.
- Day 2: Chefchaouen ⇢ Medina ⇢ Spanish Mosque
Morning walking tour of Chefchaouen, exploring the old medina with its blue-painted streets and traditional doors. Learn about local Berber culture and architecture. Free time for lunch. Afternoon hike to the Spanish Mosque for breathtaking panoramic views of the city. Overnight in the same Riad.
- Day 3: Chefchaouen ⇢ Volubilis ⇢ Meknes ⇢ Fes
Drive to Volubilis, the Roman ruins and UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its mosaics and ancient structures. Continue 30 km to Meknes, the imperial city, visiting Bab al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani, the Royal Stables, the granary, and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Drive onward to Fes for overnight stay in a Riad.
- Day 4: Fes ⇢ Royal Palace Gate ⇢ Borj Sud ⇢ Mellah ⇢ Medina
Morning guided city tour of Fes, starting with Royal Palace Gate, Mellah (Jewish Quarter), and Borj Sud fortress for panoramic city views. Visit Ceramic Village & School to witness traditional Moroccan craftsmanship. Explore the medina, including Al Attarine Madrasa, University and Mosque of Al Quaraouiyine, and Chouara Tanneries. Return to Riad.
- Day 5: Fes ⇢ Ifrane ⇢ Cedars Forest ⇢ Midelt ⇢ Ziz Valley ⇢ Merzouga Sahara
Drive south through Imouzzer to Ifrane, “Switzerland of Morocco,” famous for alpine-style houses and cool climate. Visit the Cedars Forest to see Barbary macaques. Lunch in Midelt. Continue along the Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass and Ziz Valley. Arrive at Merzouga Sahara, switch to camels for a desert ride, stop for sunset on a high dune, and reach a luxury desert camp for dinner and overnight.
- Day 6: Merzouga ⇢ Nomads ⇢ Khamlia ⇢ Merzouga Lake ⇢ Erg Chebbi ⇢ Palm Grove
Full day exploring the Merzouga region. Visit a traditional kohl mine, meet nomads in their tents for tea, and experience Gnaoua music in Khamlia village. Stroll the palm grove and visit Merzouga Lake, often home to flamingos. Return to Merzouga for dinner and overnight in a hotel.
- Day 7: Merzouga ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Dades Valley
Early morning sunrise in the desert. Visit Rissani and its lively souk. Continue to Erfoud to see fossil workshops. Drive through Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves to Todra Gorges, carved by the river into high red cliffs—perfect for photography and hiking. Continue through Boumalne Dades to Dades Valley, stopping at the Monkey Fingers rock formations and scenic viewpoints. Dinner and overnight in a hotel.
- Day 8: Dades Valley ⇢ Roses Valley ⇢ Skoura ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Marrakech
Visit Roses Valley in Kalaa Magouna, famous for rose festivals and products. Drive through Skoura palm groves. Explore Ouarzazate, including movie studios. Stop at the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO site and movie location. Continue over the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to Marrakech. Overnight in a Riad.
- Day 9: Marrakech ⇢ Bahia Palace ⇢ Ben Youssef Madrasa ⇢ Medina ⇢ Jamaa El Fna ⇢ Koutoubia Mosque ⇢ Majorelle Garden
Guided tour of Marrakech highlights: Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, the medina and souks, Jamaa El Fna Square, and exterior of Koutoubia Mosque. Afternoon visit to Majorelle Garden (pre-booking recommended) and a drive through modern Gueliz district. Overnight in a Riad.
- Day 10: Marrakech ⇢ Argan Tree Plantations ⇢ Essaouira
Drive west to Essaouira, stopping at Argan tree cooperatives and see the goats on trees. Explore Essaouira’s medina, fishing port, ramparts, and beach. Overnight stay in a hotel.
- Day 11: Essaouira ⇢ Casablanca
Drive north to Casablanca. Visit Hassan II Mosque, Mohammed V Square, Rick’s Café, and Corniche. Free time for lunch. Overnight in Casablanca.
- Day 12: Casablanca ⇢ Rabat ⇢ Assilah
Drive along the coast to Rabat, visiting Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Kasbah of Oudaya. Lunch break, then drive to Assilah, a charming seaside town. Overnight in a Riad.
- Day 13: Assilah ⇢ Tangier
Drive from Assilah to Tangier, with drop-off at the airport, port, or accommodation.
- Includes & Not Includes
- INCLUDES
- 13 days private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
- Private English-speaking driver
- Walking tours in Chefchaouen, Fes, and Marrakech with local guides
- Accommodation in excellent hotels and riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathrooms
- Camel ride per person (optional 4WD transfer available)
- Desert excursion in a 4×4
- Sandboarding available at the desert camp
- Three dinners included: in Merzouga Camp and Dades Valley
- Daily breakfasts
- Tangier airport/port transfers (x2)
- NOT INCLUDES
- Lunches, drinks, and extra dinners
- Entrance fees to monuments (approx. 90€ per person)
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- Traveler FAQs
How to pay for the tour?
Our payment process is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your booking, we require a small deposit, which can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver or guide on the first day of the tour, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent amount in Moroccan dirhams.
What currency is used, and how do I get money?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Is it possible to customize the tour itinerary?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Do I ride a camel in the desert?
Absolutely. You can fully customize your tour package to suit your preferences, including adding extra stops, upgrading accommodations, or choosing alternative transport options such as 4×4 transfers.
What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What is the duration of the camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What are the camps in the desert like?
You’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp featuring private tents. The camps offer essential comforts such as comfortable bedding, shared or private bathroom facilities (depending on the camp type), warm blankets, and a communal dining area for meals and relaxation.
What’s your cancellation / refund policy?
This depends on how many days before departure you cancel. We typically require a deposit to hold the booking and partial or full refunds depending on timing.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Yes. Morocco is generally considered safe for travelers
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