12 Days Morocco Tour from Tangier to Casablanca

Itinerary of a 12 Days Morocco Tour from Tangier to Casablanca

Day 1: Tangier to Chefchouen

Arrive and be picked up from the port, airport, or accommodation in Tangier. Visit Cape Spartel and Hercules Caves, then transfer to Chefchaouen via the Tetouan and Rif mountains. Chefchaouen is one of Morocco’s most picturesque towns. It’s a traditional Berber village. A tour of this blue and white village includes the famous square ‘Uta Hammam’ and the medina, as well as the waterfalls of ‘Ras El Ma’ and other attractions.

Day 2: Chefchaouen Sightseeing

We will visit Chefchaouen, the blue city, after breakfast. Achaoun is a synonym for horns in Berber. The city is located in Morocco’s northwest Rif Mountains. It is well known for its white and blue-painted buildings and alleyways. First, we’ll take a tour through its picturesque ancient Medina. Which has a lot of lovely real blue doors and whitewashed walls. Time to relax and have lunch. You can hike to the Spanish mosque in the afternoon. Located on a high elevation with a beautiful view of the entire blue city. Finally, go back to your hotel. Stay the night in the same hotel.

Day 3: Chefchaouen to Fes

Feel free to explore the picturesque alleyways of the blue city of Chefchaouen after breakfast. Then we drive to Volubilis, where the old Roman remains. It has been well taken care of because UNESCO selected it as a World Heritage Site. There are old pillars and arches all over the place, as well as many beautiful tiles. We drive 30 kilometers to Meknes after strolling over the ruins. The city is known as the Ismaili capital and is one of Morocco’s imperial cities. We’ll visit Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani basin, Royal stable, granary, and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Then we’re off to Fes. Stay in a Riad for the night.

Day 4: Fes sightseeing

Today is all about seeing Fez’s iconic monuments and sights. Fez is the world’s most ancient cultural and spiritual center. With a local guide by your side, Moulay Idriss II founded the city in 790 A.D. Al-Qarawiyyin University, the world’s first university; Bou Inania Madrasa (theological colleges); the Jewish District (Millah); plazas; the Andalusians and potters who live in the area; museums; Souks (traditional markets);

The amazing tanneries and Bab Boujloud are some of the most interesting places in Fez. We’ll eat lunch at a typical Moroccan restaurant in the ancient Medina. Fez is also renowned as Morocco’s craft capital. On your full-day trip to Fes, you’ll stop at a viewpoint with a panoramic view of the Medina of Fes. After the city tour, we’ll return you to your riad or hotel. Stay in Fes for the night.

Day 5: Fes to Merzouga Desert

We go south through Imouzzer to see Ifrane after a warm breakfast. The city is famous for its cold weather, snow, and homes built in the Alpine style. It is easy to see why it is called the Switzerland of Morocco. The journey then goes to the cedar forest, which is home to the Barbary macaques. Feel free to feed them while exploring the forest. Later, we’ll head to Midelt, where we’ll have some free time for lunch. We then drive to Merzouga over the Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass and the Ziz Valley. Stops for panoramic views will be made along the trip.

We arrive in the afternoon at the Merzouga Sahara desert. Then you ride camels across the arid desert. You will pause on top of a high dune to watch the sunset. Finally, you make your way to the desert camp. The camp is a cross between traditional nomad tents and the elegance of a hotel. Where you can listen to Berber drum music while dancing around a campfire beneath a starry sky. Dinner and sleeping at the camp.

Day 6: Merzouga Desert sightseeing

It is necessary to get up early in the morning to enjoy the stunning sunrise in the middle of the desert. Breakfast is on your own time. Then you ride horses back to Merzouga, where your driver is waiting. We will spend the day of your Morocco desert tour exploring the Merzouga area. The area has a lot of amazing sights, like sand dunes, a wild lake, caves, fossil areas, and beautiful oases. You can do a lot of fun things outside.

First, we start our trip in Merzouga by going off-road to see an old eyeliner mine. After that, we go see the gypsies in their hand-woven tent. While you drink your Berber tea, learn about how they live. The next stop on our trip is Khamlia, where you can enjoy Gnaoua music and dance shows. The people who live there are from sub-Saharan Africa, mostly Mali, Sudan, and Niger.

Some free time to eat lunch somewhere. After that, we go for a walk in an area of palm trees. After that, take a short drive to see Merzouga Lake, which is also known as Flamingo Lake. Dinner and the night At a hotel.

Day 7: Merzouga to Dades Valley

After breakfast, we leave the desert towards Rissani, known profusely as Sijilmassa, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani is still a large trading center in the Desert region, with the biggest souk lively on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

After a walk in Rissani Souk, we’ll continue to Erfoud, where we’ll visit one of the workshops for fossilized marble. Then we cross Touroug and Tinjdad to reach the Todra Gorges. The course of the Todra River has carved out a grand canyon through the mountains. The gorges are an ideal place for climbing sports.

Feel free to wander in the gorges and enjoy the beauty of the landscape. Free time for lunch in a nearby restaurant, then we continue to the Dades valley, through Boumalne Dades. a stop at the “monkey paw” rock formation. And a spot atop a mountain overlooking the Dades Valley Pass. dinner and overnight in a hotel.

Day 8: Dades Valley to Marrakech

After breakfast, we’ll continue our drive to Kalaa Magouna to explore the Rose Valley. Every year in May, a celebration of roses is conducted. A marketplace where residents sell rose-related goods. We continue our journey via Skoura’s picturesque palm trees. Ouarzazate, also called the “gate of the desert,” is our next stop. We’re going to check out the studios where all those blockbuster movies were made.

A trip to the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah is in order. A fortified settlement that UNESCO has designated as a World Heritage Site. The Kasbah has also been featured in numerous films, such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, etc. television shows like “Game of Thrones.” The next stop is Marrakesh.

Passing across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Stops will be made for lunch and to take pictures at fascinating sites. Spend the night in a traditional Marrakesh riad.

Day 9: Marrakech sightseeing

Following a hearty breakfast, we will see the highlights of Marrakesh with a local guide. The city is regarded as one of Morocco’s four imperial cities. The itinerary includes visits to the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the Ben Youssef Quranic Mosque. And a tour around Morocco’s largest traditional souk.

Lunch break at the Jemaa El-Fna Square Later, you visit the Koutoubia mosque and the Majorelle garden. Finally, make your way to your hotel. Feel free to explore Jemaa El-Fna Square on your own.

Day 11: Marrakech to Essaouira

After breakfast, we head west to Essaouira. We’ll stop along the road to observe the Argan trees and goats. as well as for panoramic views. We arrive in Essaouira, originally Mogador, one of Morocco’s most prominent coastal cities. In which we explore the fishing port, the historic ramparts with cannons, and the old Medina. Finally, return to your hotel. Stay at Essaouira for the night.

Day 12: Essaouira to Casablanca

This is the final day of your 12-day tour in Morocco. Depending on the time of your flight, we will leave Essaouira and drive down the coast. Stops for panoramic views will be made along the trip. Finally, we will arrive at Casablanca airport, marking the end of the trip.