11 Days from Tangier Morocco tour via Sahara desert end in Marrakech or Casablanca

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive in Tangier Airport/Ferry – Transfer to Hotel/Riad

Transport, Breakfast

You’ll tart Tangier Morocco tours via Sahara desert, by picking you up from tangier airport or Ferry you are and transfer you to your hotel/riad to relax and store your luggage. Then in the afternoon you can take a tour around tangier to discover Spartel cape and the hercules caves by your private transport. From the Greek hero Hercules caves you’ll have an exceptional view of the strait -of- Gibraltar and the Atlantic- Ocean. Then you can visit the Kasbah a magnificent Minaret,” . At the end of  your tour, your driver will take you back to your Hotel/riad for (overnight stay) .

Day 2: Tangier – Chefchaouen Blue City

Transport (2hrs), Breakfast

This morning after breakfast at your hotel/riad your driver will pick you up to start your Morocco adventure desert tours, towards Chefchaouen, the blue and white City Established in 1471 by Moulay Ali Ben Moussa Ben Rached El Alamiand Up on arrival to Chefchaouen, we’ll drop you off to your hotel/riad to relax and store your luggage. After that you can take a tour around Chefchaouen to discover the best monuments such as kasbah built back to 18th century, central mosque, local market (souk) full of tourists souvenirs,cafes with Moroccan original style menus. Chefchaouen Medina is small and easy to explore by yourself.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fez

Transport (4hrs), Breakfast

Leave Chefchaouen and head south to Volubilis, the most important and extensive remains of a Roman city in Morocco, and one of the most distant of the Empire’s domain, thanks to the powerful Berber tribes who showed themselves to be more than a match for the conquering legionnaires. Once one of the most important regions producing grain to feed the voracious Roman appetite, and wild animals to keep the crowds entertained as they tried to devour gladiators in the arena, this prosperous provincial city was home to some 200,000 residents at the height of its glory, with sumptuous mosaics still to be seen in some of the most luxurious homes.

You move on to Moulay Idriss, which, from a distance, looks like a sitting camel. The oldest town in Morocco, it was founded by Moulay Idriss I in 789, having fled Mecca because of religious and tribal conflicts. It was here that the Idrisid dynasty was founded, and the town has the only round minaret in Morocco. You end today in one of Morocco’s four imperial cities, Fez.

Day 4: Fez Guided Tour

Transport, Breakfast

Your own private Fez guide tour, Your tour lasts from 9:30am until 4:30pm with a break for lunch. Before you head out in the morning, you can discuss with your guide which sights you’d like to see most. If you have never been to Fez before you might like to read our travel guide to Fes, which will not only give you a fascinating insight into this equally fascinating city, but will also help you decide which sites you would like to experience with the help of your guide. It really will be worth your while to put yourself in his hands and allow him to show you the mysteries and secrets of the nine thousand streets and alleyways that make up this amazing historic city – but don’t worry, you won’t be expected to walk all of them!

Day 5: Fez – Ifrane – Ziz Valley – Erfoud - Merzouga

Transport, Breakfast , Dinner

Today you will head towards Midelt passing through Ifrane. Located in the mountains of the Middle Atlas, this is an oasis of coolness and vegetation. With its lakes and fountains of alpine characteristics known throughout the world as the “Moroccan Switzerland”, Above all for the European style houses with sloping roofs which have nothing to do with the traditional architecture of Morocco. Then, we will drive through “Azrou ” an important Berber village located in the interior of the Middle Atlas and surrounded by hills. The main interest of this small town is its surrounding cedar forest and where you can see the famous Big Gouraud Cedar the largest millennial of the region, you’ll heading though the lash palm groves Ziz valley and the date palm city Erfoud. In the first place, one of the charms of this town is its tranquility. We will also have the possibility to visit the factory of fossils. Then, we will continue to the Sahara desert Merzouga , overnight at the Hotel/Riad

Day 6: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Sand dunes , night under the stars

Transport, Breakfast, Dinner

Today you are going to experience one of the most memorable moments of your Morocco adventure as you make your way into the dunes of Morocco’s Erg Chebbi region of the Sahara Desert. You’ll have this morning to relax and/or explore Merzouga ; Khamlia and desert lake, also you can have a desert pizza at one of the best traditional desert restaurant before preparing for a memorable night under the stars. A hour’s camel ride weaving along the tops of the sand dunes brings you to your camp, with its Bedouin style tents and thick Moroccan carpets to keep the sand from between your toes. A tasty meal is your dinner, eaten by candlelight. You’ll probably choose to drift off to sleep while watching the twinkling stars during the Summer time.

Day 7: Sahara Desert – Tinjdad – Todra Gorge – Dades Gorge

Transport, Breakfast , Dinner

This morning, your camel man will wake you up to see another beautiful sunrise which will maybe be the best one you see in your life. After the sunrise, you will mount your camel going back to your hotel before you leave to Rissani, Tinghir, and the amazing Todra Gorges (the highest and narrowest Gorges in Morocco). There, we will stop for lunch in Tinjdad ksar Elkhorbat  (optional). Explore the Dades Valley in this unique Tangier Morocco tours via Sahara desert, where you will see the magical sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as monkey toes.  Overnight accommodation will be in a Hotel/Riad/Kasbah in Dades valley .

Day 8: Dades Gorge – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou

Transport, Breakfast , Dinner

After your breakfast in your hotel, you will travel through the Dades Valley towards Kalaa M’gouna and Ouarzazate. Then you will travel toward Ouarzazate via Skoura the Valley of 1,000 Kasbahs From there you will continue passing several Kasbahs toward El Kalaa Mgouna which is known for vast fields of pink roses that are used in perfume. Many small shops selling rose products such as rose water and rose-scented soap. Then, you will continue to Ouarzazate known as the Hollywood of Morocco, and visit the Film studios and then to Ait ben Haddou , overnight at the hotel/Kasbah .

Day 9 : Ait Ben Haddou – Telouet - Marrakech

Transport, Breakfast

Your most vivid memory from today will be of your visit to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO world heritage site, which, as well as being the best extant example in the area of a walled town protected by Kasbahs, the homes of the wealthy and powerful, has been the backdrop to many Hollywood blockbusters and major historical television programs, including Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia. If you are a fan of A Game of Thrones you will recognize Ait Ben Haddou from the final scene of series three. (The series has used a number of locations around Morocco.) From Ait Ben Haddou, you may wish to continue to the lesser-visited (and possibly more impressive) area of Telouet. Here, you can meander about the former palace of the Glaoui family and even enjoy lunch with a private local (once celebrity) Berber singer chanting of days gone by. The last leg of today’s journey is over the High Atlas Mountains on the impressive zig-zag of Tiz n Tichka pass, eventually to arrive in Marrakech for the overnight.

Day 10: Marrakech Guided Tour

Transport, Breakfast

Exploring Marrakech with an official guide, the tour lasts from 9:30am till 5pm, The First thing you will see is the historic Koutoubia Mosque from 12century, known for its four distinct faces. Moreover, the Saadian tombs and Bahia palace which showcases the finest examples of traditional design elements. Such as decorative tile, painted, wood, carved plaster, and calligraphy. Furthermore, you will have the chance to visit the beautiful Majorelle Gardens just outside the ancient medina. Where the famous French stylist Yves Saint Laurent is buried, trees and flowers from the 5 continents gathered together in an amazing oasis of peace it’s really worth to be seen. Then, visit the souks and end your day in Jama’a el-Fna square, which is a UNESCO world heritage site, In Jama’a el-Fna you will see snake charmers, story-tellers, henna artists and dancers. This square has been the heart of the Medina since the 12th century. A home for performers, travelers and fortune-tellers, Stop for a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice and enjoy the carnival atmosphere. If you’re feeling brave, have a bowl of fresh snails or some sheep’s head or have dinner at your hotel or riad. Finally, overnight will be in a hotel or riad/Marrakech

Day 11: Marrakech/Casablanca Departure

Transport, Breakfast

Your driver will take you to the airport of Marrakech for your return back home. Hence, your Morocco tours via Rif Mountains , Middle atlas ,  Sahara desert  and high atlas will end in the airport.

TRAVEL DETAILS
  • • Best time: All year round
    • Arrival in: Tangier
    • Departure times: Varied
    • Ends in: Marrakech/Casablanca
    • Duration: 11days/10nights
    • Type:  Tangier , Rif Mountains , Fez , Desert , Marrakech & High Atlas

What you bring the following items

  • – Trainers / sneakers)
    – trousers/pants
    – Base layer shirts or T-shirts
    – Sunhat or cap
    – Sunglasses
    – Basic First Aid Kit
    • – Sun protection (including total bloc for lips) Factor 20+
      – Wash bag and toiletries
      – Small travel towel
      – Antibacterial hand wash
      – Head torch/headlamp with spare batteries

Included

– Private transportation with AC with an English speaking Driver/guide
– 9Nights in 2 -3 star hotel/raid (Option for 3 -4* Luxury accommodation with an extra cost)
– 1 Night in Standard shearing tents ( Option for Luxury Desert Camp with private bathroom & Hot shower with extra cost ).

-Marrakech, Volubilis & Fez Guided tour
– 4 diners & 10 breakfasts

Excluded

  • – International Flight
    – Travel insurance
    – Tips
    – Drinks and items of a personal nature

Group size & pricing:

  • Please contact us for Pricing