During the 12 days desert tour in Morocco from Tangier, you will discover the north and south of Morocco. Also, exploring the beautiful landscapes, and enjoying the camel trekking in the Merzouga Sahara desert. Not to mention the visit to Marrakech and Essaouira, Casablanca, and Asilah. The tour ends in Tangier.
A reception will be at the port of Tangier. Furthermore, The journey will begin by passing through the Rif and then arriving in the beautiful city of Chefchaouen. Firstly, its Berber name means ”horn”, perched beneath the mountains of the Rif. The latter is where white Houses are built over hills in shades of blue. Not to mention that you will spend the night at a hotel or raid.
Depart after having breakfast to Fes. On the road, you will visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis. After that, we continued to Meknes, the modern imperial city. Next, we will be visiting the old Medina, which is surrounded by a large line of the wall. At the end of the day, head straight to your accommodation in Fes. It is where you will spend your second night.
The whole day is dedicated to visiting the city of Fes. Known as the oldest imperial city in Morocco. the city was founded in the eighth century by Moulay Idriss II. This guided tour will start by visiting the old Medina. The latter is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Also, we will explore Medina’s narrow streets which are lined with local shops and stalls. Here, the exploration of the old Medina cultural and historical sightseeing includes Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Attarine Madrasa, Ennajarine Fountain, Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, and Al-Qarawiyyine University – the oldest continually operating university in the world.
Furthermore, we will visit the golden doors of the king’s palace. Next, is the Jewish quarter. After lunch in a local restaurant, you will experience the panoramic view of the whole Medina of Fes. After that, take a brief visit to the new part “Fez Al-Jadid”. Then check in at a hotel or riad in the evening.
In the morning you leave the subtle of Fes and drive along through the middle Atlas mountains. Today, we will cross the cedar forests which are very known all over the world. Cedar is much wanted by woodworkers and it is used for different purposes.
The drive will continue towards Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco, and Azrou, the typical Zayan middle Atlas Berber village. The drive will end in the desert after passing via ZiZ Valley and the city of Erfoud, usually by taking a rocky road to reach Merzouga. The night will be spent in a hotel getting rest for the long next day.
The day shall be divided into different parts, starting with a black-skinned people village called ”Khamlia” with whom you are going to drink mint tea and enjoy their Gnawa music.
After that, you will visit the desert lake before heading towards the city of Rissani (Tafilalet). It is known as the most important oasis in the southeast Moroccan desert. Also, it’s a place where fortified villages are surrounded by palm groves. late in the afternoon driving back to the hotel. The night includes a sunset ride on a camel, playing drums, and sleeping in a Berber tent in the middle of Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes. A night full of adventures and pleasure.
Early morning, waking up for the spectacular sunrise and camel riding. Moreover, you return to the hotel to take a shower and have breakfast. Then, getting through a series of Berber villages to Todra Gorge. After all, lunch in that impressive place, the journey will continue to Dades Valley. By nightfall, you shall get to a raid or Kasbah.
On the way to Ouarzazate, a series of fields and palm groves have made picturesque views such as Kalaat M’gouna rose valley and Skoura’s old kasbah. The oases have hundreds of Kasbah’s ruins of all shapes which are beautiful by nature. When getting to Ouarzazate, the night will be passed in a raid.
From Ouarzazate driving to Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified Kasbah reflects the great Berber earthen architecture. Furthermore, the kasbah was hundreds of years ago in that situation. Next, the place of many movies. Admiring views of caravan roads and the faraway peaks of the High Atlas Mountains chain are waiting for us to see and admire them.
Not to mention, that you will have to look at all the Kasbah ruins which still embody the ancient Berber civilization. You will keep on driving across the high Atlas mountains via the Tichka pass(2,260 m.a.s.l), stopping at panoramic views. The drive continues to lunch in Marrakech and thereupon to Essaouira. The last mentioned is where we will spend the night in a hotel.
The brief sojourn will focus on the old city of Essaouira. To start with, you can be accompanied by a local guide to help you visit the fascinating corners. You ought to enjoy the beach’s fresh air as well. Drive back to your hotel/raid in Marrakech in the afternoon.
This whole day of our 12 days tour in Morocco from Tangier is on a local tour. First of all, we will visit the Bahia and Badi Palaces, Saadian Tombs, and Menara Basin. Also, we will explore so many other treasures.
After enjoying lunch in one of the finest restaurants in the city. Firstly, we will leave for Marrakech. Our next destination where the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque and Jamaa el-Fna wonderfully still remain. They both come alive at night.
Early morning. Firstly, we will depart to Casablanca to visit the highlights of the city such as the Mosque of Hassan II. Secondly, drive on a coast road through Rabat to Asilah to spend a calm night in a hotel. Furthermore, it explores all that Rabat has to offer.
This final destination enables you to relax. Further, various amazing sites of Asilah city, we will visit them before going home. The journey ends in tangier. The latter is where you will leave Morocco. The end of your 12 days tour in Morocco from Tangier.
The 12-day tour was perfectly planned. From Chefchaouen to the Sahara and Essaouira, every destination was amazing.
Excellent guides, beautiful accommodations, and unforgettable experiences. The desert camp was the highlight of our trip.
This tour includes 11 nights of accommodation, including a desert camp stay.
Yes, a camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes is included.
Comfortable clothing, walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and warm clothing for desert nights.
The tour typically ends in Marrakech or Casablanca, depending on the selected itinerary.
Yes, it is suitable for families, couples, and small groups.
