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On this best 11 days Morocco Desert tour from Tangier, you’ll see several fabulous places and spend a magical time ( you can choose between a standard camp and a luxury tour).
The tour will begin in Tangier and travel through the Rif Mountains and past the city of Tetoune while taking in the magnificent scenery; the next stop will be in Chefchaouen. The medina of Chefchaouen is heavily influenced by Spanish architecture, and its square is filled with colorful artisanal stores. It is also home to numerous rooftop restaurants, cafés, and Riads where you can enjoy the rest of the evening with a pleasant breeze and a breathtaking view.
After a delicious breakfast, we resume our journey towards Volubilis, passing through Ouazane and other Rif villages. You will explore the Roman ruins while discovering Moroccan history in Volubilis. Continues to Meknes, the next destination for lunch and discovery of the historical medina ramparts, Bab El Mansour, and the Moulay Ismail shrine. You will spend the night in Fes, which you will reach in the evening.
You will have your morning meal in your Riad, then begin on an exploration of the Medina, where you will discover many hidden treasures known only to the locals. Fes was the capital of Morocco for more than 350 years, and the University of Al Karaouine is the world’s oldest regularly accessible university. Your excursion will take you to the Moulay Idriss mausoleum as well as… After lunch, you will view the exterior of the Royal Palace and wander through the famous Jewish quarter “Mellah,” where you will have the opportunity to visit one of the few active synagogues in Morocco. Your tour of Fes involves a brief stop at the known ceramics factory. Overnight at your Riad.
The day begins with a drive towards the Atlas Mountains, with a stop in the small town of Ifrane to visit the famous Cedar forest, home to the Berber monkeys. Then, we will proceed through Tiz N’Talghamt Mountain Pass, Ziz Gorge (where we will pause for photographs), and have lunch in Midelt or nearby. We then proceed to Merzouga, where you will spend the night at our campsite.
If you rise early enough, we are able to see the magnificence of sunrise, when the color of the dunes combines with the play of shadows to create a breathtaking scene. After breakfast, we ride camels for a couple of hours (or less, depending on your preference) before heading to Tinghir and Todra Gorges for lunch. This route crosses Tinjdad and the Todra Valley. This beautiful area offers numerous opportunities for walking, including along the river through the gardens and up the road on the other side of the gorge. We will then proceed to the Dades Valley and Dades Gorges before staying the night in a Riad.
After breakfast at the Riad, you will travel to Kalaa M’Gouna and Ouarzazat through the Dades Valley. The route through Dades Valley and Skoura is the way of a thousand kasbahs, providing numerous opportunities for some of your best photographic shots of the trip. During the day, you will have the chance to meet Berber Nomads in their caves, and you will also enjoy the Rose Valley and rock formations along the way. After Skoura pass, we’ll stop in Kalaat M’Gouna, also known as “the rose city”; arrival in Ouarzazate.
After breakfast, we will travel to the Tizi-N-Tichka Mountain pass through Marrakech, which will bring us closer to the Atlantic coast, where Essaouira, the Pearl of the Atlantic, is located. In the afternoon, you will check into your Riad and walk out to see the sunset from the city’s fortification ramparts, an optional experience. Evening meals are made up of the finest fish in the city, followed by a relaxing stroll through the hotel’s tranquil and picturesque surroundings.
Enjoy a day of exploring the old fortified fishing port of Essaouira on the Atlantic coast, taking in the incredible mix of Portuguese and Berber architecture. Explore the lively souks, art galleries, carpentry workshops dedicated to crafting cedar and Thuya wood, and the fortified harbour with its seafood sellers.
After lunch at the port or nearby, we will make brief pauses en route to Marrakesh, spending the night at a local Riad/Hotel in the medina.
After breakfast at the Riad, you are going to go on a guided tour of Marrakech, “the Red City of Morocco,” in the morning. Your guide will ensure that you visit all historical and culturally significant sites, including the Koutoubia Minaret, the Saadian monuments, the magnificent Palace of Bahia, and the Ben Youssef Quranic School. In the evening, walk through the medina alleys, looking at the various artisans at work, before arriving at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square; have lunch at a restaurant near the square; and in the afternoon, visit the Majorelle gardens and take a short tour of Gueliz, the new city of Marrakech. You will have the option to stroll through the square after dinner while being entertained by magicians, storytellers, tooth-pullers, and food sellers. Your overnight lodging will be in your Riad.
You will be transferred to the airport.
Alternative tours and itineraries are available for those who can devote more time to the 11-day excursion. We can create custom Tangier excursions that conclude in any Moroccan city, or you can modify any of the existing Marrakech tour itineraries to meet your requirements.