Get ready for an unforgettable adventure through Morocco, starting in the fascinating port city of Tangier and ending in vibrant Marrakech. This carefully planned 10-day itinerary takes you through the country’s main treasures, combining ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, authentic culture and unique experiences.
Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
Route: Tangier → Chefchaouen → Fez → Sahara Desert → Ouarzazate → Marrakech
Arrive at the port city of Tangier, the meeting point of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. After disembarking, explore the medina, the Grand Socco and Cape Spartel, where the oceans meet. Dine at a traditional restaurant overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar.
In the morning, head to the Rif mountains for charming Chefchaouen. Spend the day exploring its blue streets, visiting the Uta el-Hammam Square and the Grand Mosque. In the afternoon, walk to the Spanish Mosque to admire the sunset over the city.
Leave the mountains and travel to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, an impressive archaeological site. Continue to Meknes, the imperial city, where you will visit the Bab Mansour gate, the granaries of Moulay Ismail and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.
A short distance to Fez, the cultural capital. Start by exploring the medina, including the Al Quaraouiyine University, the tanneries and the Bou Inania and Attarine madrasas. End the day with dinner at a traditional restaurant in the medina labyrinth.
Dedicate this day to discovering more treasures of Fez: visit the Jewish quarter (Mellah), the Royal Palace and the Nejjarine Museum. In the afternoon, take part in a pottery or Moroccan cooking workshop before relaxing in a traditional hammam.
Travel through the Middle Atlas mountains, passing Ifrane and the Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga at dusk for a camel ride to the camp in Erg Chebbi. Dinner and Berber music under the stars.
Wake early for the sunrise over the dunes before returning to the village. Continue to the impressive Todgha Gorge, where you can walk between canyons 300 m high. Spend the night in a local hotel with a view of the rock formations.
Explore the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs”. Stop in Boumalne Dades to admire the panoramic view and visit the traditional ksour (fortified villages). Spend the night in a characteristic hotel in the valley.
Visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou ksar (UNESCO World Heritage Site), a setting for films such as Gladiator. Continue to Ouarzazate, visiting the Atlas Studios and the Taourirt Kasbah.
Cross the High Atlas mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m). Arriving in Marrakech, start by exploring Jemaa el-Fnaa square and the surrounding souks.
✔ Accommodation: 9 nights in hotels/riads (standard or luxury options available)
✔ Transport: Private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver speaking Portuguese, English and Spanish
✔ Guides: Licensed local guides in Fez, Marrakech and the main historic sites
✔ Desert experience: Camel ride in Erg Chebbi. Overnight in a desert camp (dinner and breakfast included)
✔ Meals: Daily breakfast + 2 dinners (in the desert and one other selected place)
✔ Tickets: Listed monuments (Hassan II Mosque, Volubilis, Ait Ben Haddou, etc.)
✔ Transfers: Airport reception and farewell at Casablanca airport
✖ Flights: International flights to/from Morocco.
✖ Lunches & most dinners: (only 2 dinners included).
✖ Tips: For guides, drivers and hotel staff.
✖ Travel insurance: Required to cover medical emergencies/cancellations.
✖ Personal expenses: Souvenirs, optional activities (e.g. spa, balloon ride).
✖ Visas: Visa costs, if applicable to your nationality.
This itinerary is just a suggestion – we would love to customise it for you! If you want to change the duration, add special activities or request a detailed quote, please contact us.
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