Embark on a transformative 10 days holiday in Morocco tour itinerary from Tangier, experiencing the richness of the country like never before. Commencing in Tangier, your adventure unfolds with visits to Cape Spartel and Hercules Cave, followed by a traverse through the Rif mountains, a leisurely stroll within the blue city of Chefchaouen, and exploration of the Roman ruins of Volubilis. The journey continues with sightseeing in Fes and Meknes, including a visit to the “Switzerland of Morocco,” Ifrane, and therefore the Cedars forest.
Immerse yourself within the Sahara of Merzouga, riding camels to witness magical sunsets and sunrises. Explore the Merzouga Sahara, traverse the magnificent Todra and Dades gorges, and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Discover the charm of Marrakech through sightseeing activities before concluding your adventure in Casablanca. Throughout these 10 days and 9 nights, Morocco unveils its wonders, creating an unforgettable experience.
On the initial day of your 10 days holiday in Morocco tour itinerary from Tangier, we’ll collect you from your lodging, the airport, or the port in Tangier, renowned as “the bride of the north.” Nestled within the northwest, where the Mediterranean converges with the Atlantic off Cape Spartel, the town offers a picturesque introduction. Our exploration commences with the captivating city, a visit to the Hercules Cave, and Cape Spartel. After some leisure for lunch, we journey inland to Chefchaouen, passing through Tetouan and therefore the scenic Rif mountains, with stops for panoramic views. Your day concludes with drop-off at your accommodation, where an overnight stay awaits during a hotel in Chefchaouen.
Following breakfast, the 10-day Morocco holiday proceeds to delve into Chefchaouen, often mentioned because the blue city or Achaoun, meaning “horns” in Berber. Nestled within the Rif mountains of northwest Morocco, the town is renowned for its distinctive buildings and alleyways adorned in reminder blue and white. Our journey begins with a leisurely stroll through its captivating old Medina, boasting numerous authentically adorned blue doors. Enjoy some free time for lunch, and within the afternoon, consider hiking to the Spanish mosque situated on elevated terrain. From this viewpoint, you’ll witness a spectacular bird’s eye view of the whole blue city. Your overnight stay remains within the same hotel, allowing you to further immerse yourself within the charm of Chefchaouen.
Following breakfast, take a leisurely stroll through the captivating alleyways of Chefchaouen, the blue city. Subsequently, we start a drive to explore the well-preserved ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Adorned with beautiful mosaics, ancient pillars, and archways, the location unfolds its historical charm. After immersing ourselves within the ruins, we journey 30 km to Meknes, the Ismaili capital, one among the imperial cities. Here, we visit notable sites including Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani basin, the Royal stables, the granary, and conclude with a visit to the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Our journey then takes us to Fes, where an overnight stay awaits during a Riad.
After your morning meal, we’ll collect you from your accommodation in Fes to commence a search of the town, referred to as one among the imperial cities and a cultural and non secular center in Morocco.
Our day begins at the Royal Palace gate, followed by a search of the well-preserved medieval Medina, acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Blue Gate, or Bab Boujloud, is the doorway to the old Medina. With an area guide, you’ll delve into the Medina, visiting The Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, the Tanneries, and concluding at the Quaraouin Mosque and University—the oldest university globally. Exiting the Medina, our journey results in the Jewish quarter, “the Mellah.” Subsequently, we drive to an ancient fortress, offering panoramic views of the Medina and therefore the city of Fes before returning to your Riad.
Following breakfast, the 10-day Morocco holiday proceeds south through Imouzzer. Our first destination is Ifrane, renowned for its chilly climate, snow, and alpine-style architecture, earning it the moniker “the Switzerland of Morocco.” We then still the cedars forest, where Barbary macaques reside—feel liberal to interact with them as you wander through the forest. Later, we proceed to Midelt, where there’s free time for lunch.
Our route takes us through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the Ziz valley, punctuated with stops for panoramic views. within the afternoon, we reach the Sahara of Merzouga. Here, you transition to camels for a trek across the sandy desert, including a halt atop a high dune to relish the sunset. The camp awaits, blending nomadic tent traditions with hotel luxuries. Enjoy Berber drum music, dance round the campfire beneath the expansive starlit sky, and retire to your accommodation for the night.
Following breakfast, we dedicate the day to exploring the captivating region of Merzouga, which boasts a myriad of remarkable sites—from sand dunes and a wild lake to mines, fossil areas, and enchanting oases—ideal locations for various outdoor activities. Our journey in Merzouga commences with an off-road drive to go to an ancient eyeliner mine. Subsequently, we pay a visit to nomads in their handmade woven tents, gaining insights into their way of life while sipping Berber tea.
Our next destination is that the Khamlia village, where you’ll immerse yourself in Gnaoua music and captivating dance performances. The inhabitants of Khamlia hail from sub-Saharan countries like Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Enjoy some free time for lunch at an area restaurant. Following that, we take a leisurely stroll through a palm grove and drive a couple of kilometers to witness the captivating wild lake of Merzouga, also referred to as the lake of flamingos. The day concludes with a return to Merzouga, where dinner and an overnight stay await during a hotel.
Witnessing the gorgeous sunrise may be a must, prompting an early wake-up. Enjoy some free time for breakfast before departing from the desert to explore Rissani town, the traditional capital of Tafilalet, which remains a big trading hub within the region. The bustling souk in Rissani comes alive on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Following a leisurely stroll within the Rissani souk, our journey continues to Erfoud, where we explore a workshop specializing in fossilized marble.
Subsequently, we traverse through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad, making our thanks to the Todra Gorges. The Todra River has sculpted an imposing canyon through the mountains—an imposing red cliff-sided canyon, ideal for rock climbers. be happy to wander through the gorges, savoring the stunning landscape. There’s free time for lunch at an area restaurant before continuing to the Dades Valley through Boumalne Dades. Our route includes unavoidable stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation and a viewpoint atop a mountain, offering panoramic views of the Dades Valley. The day concludes with dinner and an overnight stay during a hotel.
Following breakfast, our journey continues to Kalaa Magouna to explore the Rose Valley, renowned for its annual Rose Festival held in May. During this festival, locals showcase various rose products, starting from perfumes and perfume to oils and cosmetic items. We then traverse the palm groves of Skoura, pausing to go to the Kasbah of Amredhyle. Our route leads us to Ouarzazate, where we explore the studios famous for shooting iconic movies and visit the Taourirt Kasbah.
Next, we start a visit to the renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This historic Kasbah has graced the screens of various movies, including Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and television series like Game Of Thrones. Following that, we explore the Telouet Kasbah. Our journey continues to Marrakesh, traversing the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and therefore the High Atlas Mountains. Stops are going to be made for lunch, allowing time to capture pictures at intriguing spots. The day concludes with an overnight stay during a Riad in Marrakesh.
Following a hearty breakfast, we’ll start a search of Marrakesh’s highlights alongside an area guide. considered one among the imperial cities in Morocco, our visit encompasses the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and therefore the Ben Youssef Quranic mosque. Additionally, we’ll leisurely stroll through the most important traditional souk in Morocco. Enjoy some free time for lunch near the Jemaa El-Fna square.
Later within the day, we’ll visit the Koutoubia mosque, the most important in Marrakesh, and explore the enchanting Majorelle Garden. Subsequently, you will be transferred to your accommodation. be happy to independently wander in Jemaa El-Fna square at your leisure.
Following breakfast, we’ll collect you from your Marrakesh accommodation. counting on your flight schedule, our journey takes us to Casablanca, where we may have the chance to go to the Hassan II Mosque if time permits. Subsequently, we’ll drop you off at the airport, marking the conclusion of your 10 days holiday in Morocco tour itinerary from Tangier.
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7 days Casablanca to Marrakech tour
We had a wonderful time with Morocco tour agency on our 7 days Casablanca to Marrakech tour. Our guide was a very polite and informative, we felt very safe with his excellent driving. The Riad Hotels that we stayed at were just amazing.