Experience the best of Northern Morocco on our 8-day trip from Tangier. From the fascinating history of the medinas to the spectacular coastal landscapes, we will take you on an unforgettable journey full of adventure, culture and discovery. Join us for a unique experience in Morocco!
Itinerary
Day 1
Tangier – Chaouen (Blue City)
Depart for Chefchaouen, known as the “Blue City”. Explore the picturesque streets and souks of this charming mountain town.
Once we have explored the historic centre of the city, we will stay in our charming hotel or riad.
Day 2
CHAOUEN, ROMAN RUINS OF VOLUBILIS, FEZ
Arrival at the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. We stroll along the cobbled streets and admire the impressive mosaics and architectural structures dating back to Roman times.
We continue the journey to Fez, the oldest imperial city in Morocco where we will spend the night in a charming riad.
Day 3
Guided tour of the Medina of Fez (Old Town)
During our guided tour of the Medina of Fez, there are a variety of fascinating places to explore. Here are some things you might see during your tour:
- Bab Bou Jeloud (Blue Gate): This iconic gate is the main entrance to the Medina and is known for its stunning blue and green architecture.
- Attarin Madrasa: An ancient Quranic school displaying beautiful mosaics and wood carvings, representing the excellence of Islamic architecture.
- Souks and Labyrinthine Streets: Immerse yourself in the bustling market of the Medina, where you can find a variety of products such as spices, textiles, ceramics and more.
- Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University: Visit one of the oldest mosques in the world and one of the oldest continuously operating universities.
- Fez Tannery: Observe the ancient process of leather dyeing, a tradition that has been maintained for centuries in these tanneries.
- Bab Semmarine and Bab Chorfa: Other impressive gates that offer access to different parts of the Medina.
We will head south through the Middle Atlas, stopping in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”, famous for its alpine architecture.
We will continue towards the Cedar Forest of Azrou, home of the famous Barbary apes.
Overnight and dinner in a charming hotel in Midelt.
Day 4
Merzouga desert
We will leave Midelt in the morning, passing through the Ziz palm valley until we reach the Merzouga Desert, where
we will have an exciting camel ride and spend the night in a haima camp within the desert dunes.
Day 5
MERZOUGA – TODRA GORGE – DADES VALLEY
Today we will have the opportunity to live an unforgettable experience watching the sunrise over the sea of dunes in the desert. After breakfast we will return to Merzouga on camels and after a shower we will leave for Tinghir, “the city of the mountain” in Berber, another beautiful Berber village where we will delight in the contrast of its palm groves and its pink-painted houses.
We will continue the route to the Todra Gorges, formed by rock walls of more than 200m high and with a clear and crystalline river that runs through it. After visiting it, we will head towards the Dades Valley, a Berber village also famous for its high gorges, its beautiful landscapes and its views of the Atlas. Night and dinner in a charming hotel.
Day 6
DADES VALLEY – OUARZAZATE – AÏT BEN HADDOU – MARRAKECH
We will cross the Dades Valley and the Valley of Roses until we reach the cities of Ouarzazate, we will visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a spectacular village of clay and stone with buildings surrounded by large walls, an aspect that makes it one of the most beautiful places in Morocco, it was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is also famous for being the setting for blockbuster films such as the Oscar-winning “Lawrence of Arabia”, “The Sheltering Sky” and “Babel”.
We will continue to Puerto del Tichka, the highest mountain pass in Morocco, with more than 2,260 meters of height and impressive views that will lead us to the “Red City” of Marrakech. Night in a charming riad
Day 7
Marrakech Visit
After breakfast, we will visit the city of Marrakech. There are many monuments that you can visit with our driver: Bahia Palace, Yamaa el Fna Square, Saadian Tombs, souks and the Koutoubia Mosque. Free afternoon and night in a charming riad.
Day 8
Transfer to Marrakech Airport
Discounts
This tour includes a 50% discount for children between 2 and 10 years old.
Children under 2 years old can take the tour for free.
Accommodation
When making your reservation you can choose between two different categories of accommodation: Standard or Superior.
Standard
– Chefchaouen (Blue Town): Riad Hicham or similar.
– Fez: Riad Sara or similar
– Midelt: Hotel Meteorites
– Merzouga Desert: Jannat Luxury Desert Camp or similar.
– Dades Valley: Riad Ksar Sultan or similar.
– Marrakech: Riad Irhalne or similar.
Superior
– Chefchaouen (Blue Town): Riad Hicham or similar.
– Fez: Riad Sara or similar.
– Midelt: Meteorites Hotel
– Merzouga Desert: Jannat Luxury Desert Camp or similar.
– Dades Valley: Riad Ksar Sultan or similar.
– Marrakech: Riad Irhalne or similar.
Details
Duration: 8 days.
Including:
- Pick up at Tangier airport or port
- Private and exclusive tour, there will be no more people in the group except your partner, family or friends
- Transport in 4×4 or minivan with air conditioning
- Camel ride in the Merzouga desert
- Local guide in Fez
- Entrance fees to museums and monuments
Not included:
- Lunches on the eight days of the circuit
- Dinners in Chefchaouen, Fez and Marrakech
- Drinks
When to book?
Book as soon as possible to ensure availability, especially on holidays.
Voucher
We will send you an email with a voucher that you can print or take on your mobile phone to the activity.
Payment Methods
To book the tour we require a 30% deposit, the remaining amount is settled at the start of the tour
