13 Days Morocco Tour from Tangier Itinerary

On the first day of your 13 day Absolute Morocco tour. We pick you up at your accommodation, at the airport or at the port of Tangier "the bride of the north". The city is located in the northwest where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean off Cape Spartel. First, we will explore the beautiful city and visit the Cave of Hercules and Cape Spartel. Free time for lunch. After that, we will drive to Chefchaouen, passing through the city of Tetouan and the Rif mountains. Stops will be made along the way for scenic views. Finally, we reach Chefchaouen, overnight at the hotel

After breakfast, the 13 day tour continues to explore Chefchaouen the blue city. Also known as Achaoun, which means horns in Berber. The city is located in the Rif Mountains in northwest Morocco. It is famous for its buildings and its streets painted in blue and white. We will stroll through its charming old Medina, which has so many beautiful authentic blue doors. Free time for lunch. Finally, you can hike to the Spanish Mosque, located on high ground. Where you can see the spectacular view of the whole blue city. Overnight at the same hotel.

After breakfast, do not hesitate to stroll through the beautiful alleys of the blue city of Chefchaouen. Then we drive to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. It is well preserved, as it is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It has many beautiful mosaics scattered here and there. With beautiful old pillars and arches. After strolling through the ruins, we drive 30 km to visit one of the imperial cities, Meknes the Ismaili capital. In which we visit Bab Al-Mansour, the Sahrij Souani basin, the royal stables, the granary and the Moulay Ismail mausoleum. Then we head to Fez. Night in a riad

We pick you up from your accommodation after breakfast to explore the city of Fez. The city is considered one of the imperial cities, in addition to being the cultural and religious center of Morocco. We start the day by visiting the gate of the Royal Palace. Then the well-preserved medieval medina, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Blue Gate or Bab Boujloud is the entrance to the old Medina. You will enter the medina with a local guide. To visit The Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine fountain, the Tanneries. And finally the Quaraouin mosque and university - The oldest university in the world. After that, we leave the Medina to visit the Jewish quarter "the Mellah". Then we will head to an old fortress, for a panoramic view of the Medina and the city of Fez. Then return to your Riad.

After breakfast, the 13-day Absolute Morocco tour continues south through Imouzzer. To visit Ifrane, famous for its low temperature, its snow and also the houses with Alpine style architecture. No wonder it's called the Switzerland of Morocco. Then we continue to the cedar forest, where Barbary macaques live. Do not hesitate to feed them while walking in the forest. Later we continue to Midelt, where we will have free time for lunch. Then we cross the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the Ziz valley, with stops for panoramic views. In the afternoon, we reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Where you switch to camels to cross the sandy desert, a stop will be made to enjoy the sunset. After that, you continue to the camp which is a combination of traditional nomad tents and the luxury of a hotel. Where you can enjoy the music of Berber drums while dancing around the campfire, under a vast open sky of stars.

After breakfast, we spend the day exploring the region of Merzouga. The region has many incredible sites, from sand dunes, wild lakes, mines, fossil areas to fabulous oases. Which are ideal places for so many outdoor activities. We start our journey in Merzouga, driving off-road to visit an old eyeliner mine. Then we visit the nomads in their hand-woven tent. And learn how they live while drinking Berber tea. Our next destination is the village of Khamlia, where you can enjoy Gnaoua music and dance performances. Its inhabitants are from sub-Saharan countries such as Mali, Sudan and Niger. Free time for lunch in a restaurant. Then we walk in the palm grove. Then drive a few kilometers to see the wild lake of Merzouga, also called the lake of pink flamingos. Finally, return to Merzouga. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Waking up early in the morning is a must to watch the magnificent sunrise. Free time for breakfast. Then we leave the desert to visit the town of Rissani, the former capital of Tafilalet. Rissani remains an important commercial center in the region. With a large bustling souk on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. After a walk in the souk of Rissani. Thereafter, we continue to Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. Then we cross the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad to reach the Todra gorges. The course of the Todra River has carved a large canyon through the mountains. This high red cliffside canyon is a great place for rock climbers. Do not hesitate to stroll through the gorges and appreciate the beauty of the landscape. Free time for lunch in a restaurant. Then we continue towards the Dadès valley via Boumalne Dadès. Finally, inevitable stops at the rock formation of the "monkey fingers". And for the panoramic view of the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, we continue our trip to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Valley of Roses. A rose festival is organized every year in May. Where locals offer their rose products, from perfumes, rose water, oil to cosmetics. We then cross the palm groves of Skoura and visit the Kasbah of Amredhyle. Then we reach Ouarzazate, where we visit the studios in which famous films were shot. And also visit the Kasbah of Taourirt. Overnight in Ouarzazate.

After breakfast, we go to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. A fortified village recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In addition, the Kasbah has appeared in many films including: Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy…etc. And television series including Game Of Thrones. After that, we visit the Kasbah of Telouet. Then we continue to Marrakech via the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the High Atlas mountains. Stops will be made for lunch and to take photos at interesting locations. Finally, we arrive in Marrakech. Night in a Riad.

After a hot breakfast, we will explore the highlights of Marrakech with a local guide. The city is considered one of the imperial cities of Morocco. The visit includes: the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Ben Youssef Koranic Mosque. And stroll through the largest traditional souk in Morocco. Free time for lunch near the Jemaa El-Fna square. Later, you visit the largest Koutoubia mosque in Marrakech and the Majorelle garden. Transfer to your accommodation. Feel free to stroll around Jemaa El-Fna Square on your own.

After breakfast, we will drive west to the city of Essaouira. On the way, we will make stops to see the goats of the argan trees and for panoramic views. We reach the city of Essaouira, formerly Mogador, one of the important coastal cities of Morocco. In which we visit the fishing port, the old cannon ramparts, and the old medina. Overnight in Essaouira.

On the 12th day of your 13 day Absolute Morocco tour. We depart from Essaouira and drive along the coast, with stops for panoramic views. We reach the city of Casablanca, the economic center of Morocco. Where we visit the Hassan II Mosque the largest mosque in Morocco, and the Cornish of Casablanca. Free time for lunch. Then drive to Rabat the capital of Morocco. Overnight in Rabat.

After breakfast. we explore the city of Rabat, one of the imperial cities of Morocco and the current capital. It is located in the northwest of Morocco. You will visit the highlights of the city including: the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Oudaya. Free time for lunch. Finally, we head north through Assilah to reach Tangier airport. End of the 13-day Absolute Morocco tour from Tangier.