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Overview
The Best of Morocco Tour truly lives up to its name, offering an exploration of Morocco's most iconic destinations, including major cities like Marrakech and Fes, the breathtaking Atlas Mountains, and the stunning Erg Chebbi desert. This tour is perfect for adventure seekers, families with children, and cultural enthusiasts. Participants will enjoy immersive cultural experiences, such as sleeping under the stars in the desert, learning about local traditions from knowledgeable guides, and discovering the diverse Moroccan lifestyle. Join us for unforgettable encounters and insider knowledge that will make your journey through Morocco truly unique.
What's included
Bottled Water in the Car during the tour
Possibility to start the tour from any major city or airport
Ait Benhaddou, Marrakesh, Volubilis & Fes Sightseeing Tours with Local guides
Lunch
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Entrance fees for all sights visited during the program
English speaking driver throughout your trip
Selected good and centrally located hotels, Kasbahs, and Riads
Drinks
Tips
Travel insurance
What to expect
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca – Rabat
Hassan II Mosque
2h · Admission ticket included
The tour will start in Casablanca, the most important metropolis in the country. In case you arrive early and you are not tired, we can start by visiting the fascinating Hassan II Mosque.
Hassan Tower
3h
Then we leave for Rabat and start exploring its main monuments including the Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and Challah Kasbah.
Day 2: Rabat – Chefchaouen
Chefchaouen Medina
5h
We will continue our journey to the picturesque city of Chefchaouen, found in the center of the Rif Mountains. A vivid town known for its blue-washed walls, steep narrow streets, and a maze of alleyways. This quiet and charming town is a visual delight.
Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Volubilis
2h · Admission ticket included
We leave Chefchaoun, we go back in time to the 3rd century to the Roman city of Volubilis, a UNESCO world heritage site. During the 60 minutes tour, you will see the house of Orpheus ,Decumanus Maximus and Triumphal Arch, the house of Dinysus ,and the house of Dionysus.
Meknes
3h
After exploring Volubilis, continuing to the imperial city of Meknes, the capital of Morocco under the reign of Moulay Ismail (1672–1727). Where we will stop to get a picture of the stunning Bab Mansour el-Aleuj (Gate of the Victorious Renegade) and visit the Granaries and Royal Stables where Moulay Ismail used to stock his 20 000 horses. We stay in our Riad in Fes.
Day 4: Fes Guided Tour
Fez
5h
Today, side by side with your local born and bred Fes guide you will ride on a time machine and let Fes´ labyrinthine streets take you back in time. Fes which was considered Mecca of the west and Athena of Africa comprises three districts: Ville Nouvelle, the newest part of town built during the French protectorate. Fes-Jdid or New Fes, domestic to the Royal Palace and Jewish Quarter. Fes El Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site founded in the 9th century and is home to the world’s oldest university, The University of Al-Karaouine, founded in 859 which is still operating to this day. Your tour will include: – Gateway of the Royal Palace and the Jewish Quarter – Pottery and Tiles complex – The Tanneries – Medina of Fez with its “souks” (markets), – Bou Inania Medersa and Al-Karaouine university.
Day 5: Fes – Ifrane - Midelt -Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Ifrane National Park
1h
Today we will finally start our adventure to the desert. Through this long drive, we will pass through Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland” due to its affinity to a Swiss Alpine resort to take some photos. We then head to Ifrane National Park to see the monkeys that live in this Cedar Forest.
Midelt
1h
Lunch will be scheduled in the Berber town of Midelt
Merzouga Desert
4h
we continue driving through a series of fortified villages and Ziz Valley with its 283 different types of palm trees and finally getting to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, where your camel is awaiting you for a once in a lifetime 1-hour long trek while watching the sunset to spend a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp
Day 6: Merzouga Sightseeing Tour
Merzouga
5h
Today, we explore Merzouga region. First, we start by Dayet Srij, a small lake that has a large and diverse bird population, then we discover Gnaoua music in the village of Khamlia, Lunch in the village (Berber Pizza) and meet nomads in the Hamada “black desert” and take tea in their tent, finally getting to your hotel near the dunes of Merzouga
Day 7: Merzouga – Todra Gorge– Ouarzazate
Todra Gorge
2h
With an early morning to catch the fabulous sunrise, a tasty breakfast in the middle of the dunes, then a leisurely camel ride back to your car we leave to Todra Gorge, a narrow canyon with sheer stone cliffs 300m (985ft) high. Here you can enjoy a hike among these astonishing canyons, palm groves, fig trees, and grapes.
Ouarzazate
3h
Continuing to “Hollywood of Africa” Ouarzazate, home to the 17th century Kasbah of Touarirt, and several Hollywood-caliber movie studios.
Day 8: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
Ouarzazate
1h
We start our day by visiting the famous Atlas Studio, famous for the making of many Hollywood hits like Gladiator, The mummy, and many more
Ait Ben Haddou
1h
We then move to Ait Ben Haddou, a well-preserved Kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site to enjoy a 1-hour tour. Several films and tv-shows have been shot on this site, such as Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Jewel of the Nile (1985), Gladiator (2000), Alexander (2004), and Game of Thrones (2013).
Marrakech
4h
Finally, we cross the High Atlas Mountains by the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, with an altitude of 2260m (7417ft) is the highest pass in Morocco to reach Marrakech.
Day 9: Marrakech Guided Tour
Medina of Marrakesh
5h · Admission ticket included
Alongside your local guide, today we will discover the mysteries of “The Red City” of Marrakech. During our visit, we will see the 12th century Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, The Bahia Palace, and get lost in the narrow streets and alleyways of the Medina with its colorful Souks and skilled Artisans.
Jemaa el-Fnaa
15m
Wrap up your visit to Marrakech in Djamaa El Fna Square, an open-air theater and restaurant active with its storytellers, performers, snake charmers, water seller, and food carts.
Day 10: Essaouira Day Trip
Medina of Essaouira
6h
Essaouira is a charming seaside town established in the 18th century by the Portuguese. Formerly known as Mogador, Essaouira was fortified by a French captive architect, Theodore Cornut, who designed it under the orders of the Sultan Sidi Mohammed Ben Abdullah.
On the route, you´ll see many Argan Trees, which are economically and ecologically vital to the area. Goats frequently climb those Argan trees. Stop at an Argan Oil’s Women’s Cooperative where you can discover more about the oil’s wide-ranging uses, from cosmetics to medicine.
Once in Essaouira, Enjoy the afternoon exploring this charming place. Stroll along the beach, visit the rampart called Skala (The Battery) left by the Pirates, get lost in Medina and its endless crafts and art shops, such as artifacts carved out of local Thuya wood. See the Mellah, the former Jewish quarter, and don’t forget to relish fresh local fish for lunch by the port.
After enjoying the seafood lunch we drive back to Marrakesh.
Day 11: Departure
Marrakech
1h
Depending on your flight details, we transfer you to Marrakech airport or Casablanca airport and end of our Service
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We can pick you up from your desired departure point
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.