GRAND TOUR OF MOROCCO
Of all the Morocco tours, this is the one you won’t want to miss! Go on a whimsical journey around Morocco to discover its most famous cities, impressive Islamic architecture, and rich history.
Your adventure will take you all over the country, starting in Casablanca, from where you will follow the coastal route to reach the ancient Portuguese city of Essaouira. Spend some time in the red imperial city of Agadir before driving through the breathtaking landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains. You will be going camel-riding in the desert, visiting the famous leather tanneries of Fes, and exploring the winding blue-painted streets of one of the loveliest cities in the country, Chefchaouen.
This 13-day trip around Morocco is perfect for those that don’t want to miss out on any important destinations around the country!
Tour Plan
DAY 1 - CASABLANCA - ESSAOUIRA
Arrival at Casablanca Airport, Photographic Tour
(Photo Stop) of the city including Hassan II
Mosque (exterior), the Corniche, and The Royal
Palace. We follow the coastal route displaying
magnificent views of the sea and lagoons until we
arrive at Essaouira in the early afternoon. Free time
and rest of the day on your own to allow you to
relax or go for a stroll at the beach.
Accommodation at Hotel. DAY 2 - ESSAOUIRA
After Breakfast, enjoy some free time in Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador. This
ancient Portuguese city is located on the Atlantic
coast and goes back to the 7th Century. Stroll
around the city and see its port, its fortifications,
the souks, the medina, and the work of the
craftsmen. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure
for
your personal discovery. Accommodation at
Hotel. DAY 3 - ESSAOUIRA – TAGHAZOUT - AGADIR
After Breakfast, drive along the coastal road to
Agadir. The arid straw-colored landscape is
magnificent. Agadir is the largest seaside resort
in Morocco. Stop in Taghazout for a lunch break
(not included), a town known for its surf
beaches. Continuation towards Agadir. Rest of
the day at leisure to visit the center of the town
or stroll on the boardwalk. Accommodation at
the hotel. DAY 4 - AGADIR – MARRAKECH
Breakfast at the hotel. A day at leisure. In the
afternoon, departure for Marrakech.
Overnight at Hotel. DAY 5 - MARRAKECH
The day is dedicated to the discovery of the Red
imperial city « Marrakech la Rouge » with a local
guide. We will visit the Koutoubia, the Bahia
Palace. The visit will continue with the Saadian
Tombs and also visit the Menara Gardens. Free
time for lunch (not included). Continuation
towards the famous square, Jema El Fna, and a walk
through the various souks (markets) to see all kinds
of wonders for sale. Return to the hotel to get
ready for a traditional Moroccan dinner followed
by a show at “Chez Ali” complex located in the
suburb of Marrakesh (Optional). Back to hotel for
overnight. DAY 6 - MARRAKECH – AIT BENHADDOU - OUARZAZATE
After Breakfast, depart to Ouarzazate, through
the High Atlas Mountains, passing by Tizn Tichka
(2260m). Photo stop at the Kasbah d’Ait Ben
Haddou, classified as a UNESCO world heritage
site. Dinner and accommodation at hotel. DAY 7 - OUARZAZATE - TINEGHIR – GORGES DE TODRA– MERZOUGA
After breakfast, depart to Merzouga and stop at
the Kasbah of Taourirt to take pictures. Continue
towards Tineghir by crossing Skoura, Kelaa
M’Gouna (the city of roses), Dades Valley and
Todra Gorge with its cliffs of over 300 meters in
height, and the discovery of Palmeraie de Jorf
oasis. Stop en route for lunch (not included). Once
you reach Erfoud, you will transfer to a 4X4 vehicle
to cross the majestic dunes. Enjoy a camel ride
from Merzouga to the Nomad Camp in the Sahara
on time for the beautiful sunset. Dinner and
accommodation at a camp. DAY 8 - MERZOUGA - MIDELT – FES
After breakfast, departure to Fez. This full day of
travel will make you cross vast landscapes. Stop
for lunch in Midelt (not included). Continuation
towards Fes by crossing Ifrane and the high Atlas.
Accommodation. DAY 9 - FES
The entire day is dedicated to Fez, Morocco’s
holy city. You will visit its historical center
including the Andalusian neighborhood, El
Bali Palace, the Nejjarine fountain,
Karaouyine Mosque and Madrasa Bou
Inania. Free time for lunch and continuation
of the visit including the souks and the district
of the leather tanners. Back to the hotel.
Accommodation. DAY 10 - FES – MEKNES - CHEFCHAOUEN
After Breakfast, we travel in the direction of
Chefchaouen, passing by Meknes, the imperial city
also called « The Moroccan Versailles ». Arrival in
Volubilis, entrance included, and visit on your own
the roman ruins site classified as a UNESCO world
heritage site. Continuation towards the blue city,
nestled in the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen with its
compact medina washed in blue and topped with
red-tiled roofs, is quite simply one of the loveliest
towns in the country. Free time to explore further. DAY 11 - CHEFCHAOUEN – TETOUAN – TANGER
After breakfast, en route for Tangier, via Tetouan.
Upon arrival enjoy a photographic (photo stop)
tour of the city and Tangier Kasbah. Rest of the day
at leisure to visit Tangier’s market.
Accommodation at the Hotel. DAY 12 - TANGIER – RABAT – CASABLANCA
After breakfast, depart for Rabat for a 2
hours guided visit of the capital of Morocco
including the fortifications, the Hassan
Tower, Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Royal
Palace and Kasbah of Oudayas. Once the
visit is over, departure to Casablanca.
Back to the hotel for Accommodation. DAY 13 - CASABLANCA – DEPARTURE
After Breakfast transfer to the airport.
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Included
- Accomodation on BB in Essaouira, Agadir, Marrakech, Fes, Tangier, Casablanca
- Accomodation on HB in Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Chefchaouen
- Camel Ride for the beautiful sunset
- Day 7 : Night under Tent
- Entrance Fees to the Monuments mentioned in the itinerary
- Local Guides in Casablanca, Essaouira, Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat
- Transfer by 4WD from Erfoud to Merzouga and vice versa
- Transportation by AC with private driver
Excluded
- International Flights
- Lunches
- Tips to the driver and local guides
- Travel insurance and all other items not mentioned


