Tangier Trip Overview
Discover the four Imperial Cities of Morocco Fez, Meknes, and Marrakech on this private eight day Morocco. Experience the history, architecture, rich culture and traditional Moroccan hospitality. Visit the ancient medieval medinas, monuments, mausalomes and souks.
Enjoy a perfect mix of culture, history, and adventure in just over a week in Morocco. Starting in Tangier, wander the blue-painted streets of Chefchaouen, navigate the maze-like alleyways of Fes, and ride a camel into the shifting sands of the Sahara. Finish your trip in Marrakech among museums, medieval inns, and the many souks where you can pick up an authentic souvenir before heading home.
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* Duration: 8 days
* Starts: Tangier, Morocco
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tangier, Tangier-Tétouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco
Discover the four Imperial Cities of Morocco Fez, Meknes, and Marrakech on this private eight day Morocco. Experience the history, architecture, rich culture and traditional Moroccan hospitality. Visit the ancient medieval medinas, monuments, mausalomes and souks.
Enjoy a perfect mix of culture, history, and adventure in just over a week in Morocco. Starting in Tangier, wander the blue-painted streets of Chefchaouen, navigate the maze-like alleyways of Fes, and ride a camel into the shifting sands of the Sahara. Finish your trip in Marrakech among museums, medieval inns, and the many souks where you can pick up an authentic souvenir before heading home.
Itinerary
Day 1: Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
Stop At: Chefchaouen, Chefchaouen, Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
We’ll kick-off with a drive through the Rif Mountains and past the city of Tetouan. To enjoy fully enjoy the breathtaking view of the landscape; we’ll stop to rest at the feet of the Rif mountains, in Chefchaouen. Chefchaouen’s medina has a strong influence of Spanish architecture, as it was once part of the “Spanish Morocco” it’s square is showered in funky artisanal shops beaming with colors. It’s also home to many rooftop restaurants and cafes, also available in your in the Riads, where you can enjoy the rest of the evening with a nice breeze and wonderful view.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riad Asilah Chefchaouen / dar Hicham / dar Chaouen
Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Stop At: Volubilis, Morocco
After a tasty breakfast, our journey continues towards Volubilis, crossing over Ouazan and other Rif villages. In Volubilis, we’ll explore the Roman ruins and learn about Moroccan history.
Duration: 2 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riad La perle fes – riad Fez yamanda – Riad Sara
Day 3: Exploring Fes
Stop At: Royal Palace of Fez, Avenue Omar Ibnou Khattab, Fes 30004 Morocco
We’ll start the day exploring the oldest city in Morocco, snaking through its alleys and narrow streets. We’ll begin sightseeing at the Royal Palace gate, followed by the Jewish headquarter where the first Mellah ever was built in Morocco, during the 16th century. We’ll ensure that you visit all sites with cultural and historical interest including the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest in the region. We’ll also visit the Tanneries, the Attarine museum, and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you’ll visit many different cooperatives and then, experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Fez Mellah, Fes Morocco
followed by the Jewish headquarter where the first Mellah ever was built in Morocco, during the 16th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tour Fez Medina, Fes Morocco
you’ll visit many different cooperatives and then, experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chouara Tannery, Hay Lablida Chouara, Fes 30030 Morocco
We’ll also visit the Tanneries, the Attarine museum, and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mosque and University Karaouiyn, Fes, Morocco
the Attarine museum, and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you’ll visit many different cooperatives and then, experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riad La perle fes – riad Fez yamanda – Riad Sara
Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga
Stop At: Ifrane, Ifrane, Fes-Meknes
The day begins with a drive towards the Atlas Mountains stopping to visit the village Ifrane, where we’ll get a chance to explore the famous cedar forest, home to the Berber apes. We’ll then continue through the Tiz Ntalghamt Mountain Pass and the Ziz Gorge (here we can stop for pictures and some local mint tea) to Midelt. We then continue to Merzouga, arriving at our campsite where we’ll spend the night.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Azrou, Azrou, Meknes-Tafilalet Region
where we’ll get a chance to explore the famous cedar forest, home to the Berber apes.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Aoufous, Aoufous, Draa-Tafilalet
we will have the chance to stop in ziz valley to take picture of the view panoramic of ziz valley .
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Merzouga Desert, Merzouga Morocco
spend the night in desert camp in merzouga
Duration: 24 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: merzouga dunes luxury camps – sahara stars camp – layali camp
Day 5: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Gorge
Stop At: Gargantas del Todra, Tinerhir 45800 Morocco
stop by toudra gorges to walk through it about 30 min and on way you will take some picture as for the view panoramic of toudra valley .
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Dades Gorges, R704 Atlas Mountains, Boumalne Dades 45350 Morocco
At the Dades Gorge, we’ll stop at a local hotel where we’ll spend the night, and be treated to a complimentary dinner.
Duration: 24 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: auberge panorama dades – chez pierre – ksar sultan dades – riad ecobio dades
Day 6: Dades valley – Rose valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakesh
Stop At: El Kelaa M’gouna, El Kelaa M’gouna, Souss-Massa
stopping at Kalaat Mgouna, the center of the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual Rose Festival.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Taourirt Kasbah, Avenue Mohammed V, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
stop to take picture of taourirt kasbah in Ouarazazate and you will have chance to visit inside as well but it will be just optional .
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: CLA Studios, N10, Ouarzazate 45000 Morocco
On the edge of the Sahara Desert in Ouarzazate, Atlas Film Studios is not only the center of Morocco’s film industry, but the largest film studio in the world. Founded in the early 1980s, the studios boast an impressive pedigree, having hosted iconic film sets such as Gladiator and Star Wars, as well as scenes from Game of Thrones – prison Break …. .
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ait Ben Haddou, Ait Ben Haddou, Souss-Massa
Ait Ben Haddou is a destination in which you have to make a stop to stroll around its old town. It is a famous tourist destination as it is one of the most beautiful places in the country and the area has been used as the setting for numerous films. The desert landscape mimetize with desert dust, palm trees and sand, making it a unique place in the world, a true paradise in the middle of the High Atlas Mountains and the Sahara desert.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riad palais princess – riad bahia salam – riad nesma
Day 7: Marrakesh Sightseeing
Stop At: Palacio da Bahia, 5 Rue Riad Zitoun el Jdid, Marrakech 40000 Morocco
Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakesh. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Koutoubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city such as Majorelle Garden.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Saadian Tombs, Rue De La Kasbah, Marrakech 40000 Morocco
Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakesh. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Koutoubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens, and Majorelle.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jardin Majorelle, Rue Yves Saint Laurent, Marrakech 40090 Morocco
Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakesh. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Koutoubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens, and Majorelle.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jemaa el-Fnaa, 38 Jemaa el-Fna, Rue El Ksour, Marrakech Morocco
Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakesh. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Koutoubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens, and Majorelle.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Riad palais princess – riad bahia salam – riad Nesma
Day 8: Transfer to Marrakech airport
Stop At: Marrakech, Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi
Today you’ll be transferred (punctually) to the airport.
Duration: 15 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
