MOROCCO TOUR FROM MARRAKECH IN 12 DAYS

Welcome to the enchanting city of Marrakech, the starting point of your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days. Upon arrival at Menara Airport, a member of our team will greet you warmly and escort you to your accommodation. Along the way, your driver will provide a detailed introduction to your itinerary, ensuring you are well-prepared for the exciting journey ahead.

Spend the remainder of the day settling into your hotel or exploring nearby attractions at your leisure. Take in the lively atmosphere of this vibrant city, known as the “Red City” for its distinctive ochre-colored walls. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, and rest well to gear up for the adventure awaiting you. Overnight at the hotel.

After a delicious breakfast, meet your local guide who will lead you through an immersive tour of Marrakech. This day will highlight why Marrakech is a key destination on your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days. Start with the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, an architectural marvel and the largest mosque in Marrakech.

Next, visit the stunning Bahia Palace, a masterpiece of Moroccan design, and the historic Saadian Tombs, dating back to Sultan Ahmed al-Mansour’s reign. Pause for a lunch break at a traditional Moroccan restaurant.

In the afternoon, head to the world-famous Jemaa el-Fna Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site buzzing with energy. Witness snake charmers, henna artists, storytellers, and a variety of food vendors. Stroll through the labyrinthine souks, where you’ll find exquisite handicrafts, vibrant textiles, and aromatic spices. Return to your riad for dinner and an overnight stay.

Begin your journey into the serene landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains, a must-visit in your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days. Drive south from Marrakech, stopping at Asni for the weekly market (every Saturday), then continue to Imlil, a charming village nestled at the foot of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa.

Upon arrival, enjoy a refreshing glass of mint tea and meet your local guide. Embark on a scenic hike through traditional Berber villages, terraced fields, and lush orchards. Visit the picturesque village of Aroumd and have lunch with a Berber family in the village of Achayn, where you can immerse yourself in their warm hospitality.

Return to Imlil for dinner and an overnight stay in a typical Berber family house.

This day showcases the spectacular diversity of Morocco’s landscapes, a highlight of your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days. Depart from the High Atlas Mountains and traverse the Tichka Pass (2,260m), offering breathtaking views of the rugged terrain.

Arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, a historic ksar (fortified village) known for its striking architecture and as a backdrop for Hollywood blockbusters like Gladiator and Game of Thrones.

Enjoy lunch in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and visit its famous film studios if time permits. Continue to the Valley of Roses, renowned for its annual rose festival and aromatic products, before ending the day in Dades Valley. Relax with a traditional Moroccan dinner and stay overnight in a guesthouse.

After you have your breakfast, we start our day with a drive towards a kind of Gorges it is Todra Canyons ( 300 m up narrowest point ) where many rock-climbers come to enjoy their favorite sport. Later we continue our journey, following the ancient Bedouin trading routes parallel with the Middle Atlas, passing a series of fortified villages with outstanding pre-Saharian architecture. The route to Erfoud is one of the most pleasing of all the Southern routes. The town is in a dry red built of desert and was built by the French as a central administration town.

It is known for its rich black fossils and marble. The stone is sculpted to bring the fossils into relief on everything from ashtrays to washbasins and more. We head down to the spectacular Merzouga dunes where sand dunes signify the start of the mighty Sahara Desert. We leave our vehicle and take a camel ride into the desert to a Berber camp.

To seal this as an experience of a lifetime, why not surf the Sahara Desert and attempt dune Boarding? After dinner, we gather around the fire and enjoy the desert night with traditional Berber music.

Wake up early to witness the mesmerizing sunrise over the dunes, a magical moment of your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days. After breakfast and a camel ride back to Merzouga, continue your journey through the Ziz Valley, famous for its lush palm groves and ancient kasbahs.

Stop in Midelt for lunch before traveling through the cedar forests of Azrou, home to playful Barbary apes. Pass through Ifran, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” for its neat, Alpine-style architecture and serene environment. Arrive in Fes in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

This day will be a full-day guided tour to Fes. Fez has been viewed as one of the most satisfactory recognized cities in medieval Jewish history, it was once domestic to one of the most influential Talmudic students of all times, Rabbi Isaac Alfasi, as well as Maimonides in the years 1160 to 1165. Visit the Mellah with its synagogue. Fez is a non secular and cultural core with many facets.

The tour will take you lower back in time whilst traveling to Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest college in the world (before even Oxford or the Sorbonne). We will also visit the medieval Medina with its Bou Anania Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, and the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum.

Afterward, continue to explore the slender alleys house lots of merchants and craftsmen promoting a variety of merchandise such as dates, fish, spices, copper urns, and musical instruments. Overnight with breakfast at the hotel.

Starting our day after breakfast, from Fes to the blue Pearl Chefchaouen. Drive through the breathtaking landscapes of the fertile coastal plains. Continue the road until you arrive in the region of the Rif Mountains which is the heart and location of the quiet blue and whitewashed city of Chefchaouen.

Spend the day wandering the blue-washed narrow alleys of the friendly medina. Visit the walled fortress of the Kasbah contains beautiful gardens, near which is the small museum and art gallery which houses the rich culture of the Rif Mountains.

From the rooftop of the Kasbah view, a spectacular panorama of the blue and whitewashed houses, tiled roofs, and tiny balconies. After exploring the medina, walk on the nearby hillsides with the wonderful and magnificent waterfalls. The town offers many native handicrafts that are not available elsewhere in Morocco, such as wool garments and woven blankets. The goat cheese native to the area is also popular. Dinner and night in a guest house.

Departure from Chefchaouen through the green lush of the Rif Mountains towards Tangier, an ancient Phoenician town, located at the point where the waters of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic meet. The surrounding mountains provide a magnificent backdrop to this intriguing city, the gateway to Africa from Europe, which has always been an international melting pot. Take a tour of Tangier and explore the bustling medina, and city surrounds, and enjoy the stunning vista where the Mediterranean and Atlantic oceans meet.

After lunch, Continue to a headland about 12km from Tangier, ideal for admiring the Atlantic Ocean. On the way, stop to visit the Hercules Cave. According to legend, this mythical Greek half-god rested here after digging the Strait of Gibraltar. Close by is there restored Roman town of Cotta with ruins of a temple and hot baths. The tour will include also a stop by Cape Sapartel where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet. Dinner at the hotel.

Departure from Tangier to Casablanca via Asilah after having you rest and take breakfast, our next destination is not far away from Tangier, only 40 km, According to some researchers, the history of Asilah goes back more than 3,600 years. The name of this city, previously called “Zilis”, is mentioned by many authors and ancient historians. similar to Greece, with its whitewashed houses and blue walls and doors. Asilah is an art city with many beautiful murals covering the interior city walls.

Lunch to be enjoyed in this beautiful town before we depart towards Casablanca with nice stops. Arrive at your hotel in Casablanca to check-in for the night with breakfast.

Spend the morning exploring Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco. Visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest in the world, and take a scenic drive along the Corniche.

In the afternoon, travel back to Marrakech for your final evening. Reflect on the incredible experiences of your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days during your farewell dinner. Overnight at your hotel.

As your Morocco Tour from Marrakech in 12 days concludes, your driver will transfer you to Menara Airport based on your flight schedule. With unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of Morocco’s diverse culture and landscapes, we bid you farewell and hope to welcome you back soon.