10-Day Grand Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech

Day 1: Tangier Arrival (Flexible Timing)

Arrival - Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport (TNG) or at the port, your private driver will greet you with a sign displaying your name.

Transfer - Private transfer to your hotel in Tangier. Settle in and refresh after your journey.

Afternoon/Evening Options (depending on arrival time):

• 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Explore Tangier's medina and visit the Kasbah Museum. Learn about Tangier's rich history as an international city and its role as a gateway between Africa and Europe.
• 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM: Stroll along the Boulevard Mohamed VI for stunning views of the Strait of Gibraltar. On clear days, you can see the coast of Spain just 14 kilometers away.
• Evening: Welcome dinner at your hotel or a local restaurant (not included). Enjoy fresh seafood with views of the Mediterranean.

Overnight: Hotel in Tangier.

Day 2: Tangier → Chefchaouen (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

8:00 AM - Breakfast at your hotel in Tangier.

9:00 AM - Morning city tour of Tangier. Visit the American Legation Museum, the first American public property outside the United States, and learn about Tangier's international diplomatic history.

10:30 AM - Explore the Perdicaris Park and the Cap Spartel lighthouse, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. Enjoy the spectacular coastal views.

12:00 PM - Lunch break in Tangier (not included). Enjoy fresh seafood at a restaurant overlooking the Mediterranean.

1:30 PM - Depart Tangier and travel inland toward Chefchaouen, the famous "Blue City" of Morocco.

3:30 PM - Arrive in Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains. Check into your traditional riad in the medina.

4:00 PM - Begin your exploration of the enchanting blue-washed streets. Enjoy the magical atmosphere of this unique mountain town.

6:00 PM - Evening at leisure. Explore the medina or enjoy dinner at your riad or a local restaurant (not included).

Day 3: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

8:00 AM - Breakfast at your riad in Chefchaouen.

9:00 AM - Guided walking tour of Chefchaouen. Explore the medina's famous blue-washed streets and learn about the history of this unique city and why the walls are painted blue.

10:00 AM - Visit the main square, Place Outa el Hammam, with its 15th-century kasbah and waterfall. Learn about the town's Andalusian heritage.

10:30 AM - Climb to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic views of the entire blue city and surrounding Rif Mountains.

11:30 AM - Explore the local markets and artisan workshops. Discover traditional wool products, woven blankets, and leather goods unique to this region.

12:30 PM - Lunch break at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the medina (not included). Enjoy traditional Rif cuisine.

2:00 PM - Depart Chefchaouen and travel toward Fes. First stop: the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

3:30 PM - Explore Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman archaeological site in Morocco. Walk among the impressive ruins, seeing the triumphal arch, capitol building, and beautiful mosaic floors.

4:30 PM - Continue to the nearby imperial city of Meknes. Visit the grand Bab Mansour gate and learn about Sultan Moulay Ismail's ambitious building projects.

5:00 PM - Brief visit to the Sahrij Souani basin, the massive water reservoirs that once served the sultan's palaces.

6:00 PM - Arrive in Fes, Morocco's cultural and spiritual capital. Check into your traditional riad in the ancient medina.

7:30 PM - Dinner at your riad (not included). Relax and prepare for tomorrow's comprehensive Fes exploration.

Day 4: Fes Comprehensive Guided Tour (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

9:00 AM - Breakfast at your riad, followed by a full day guided tour of Fes with a local expert guide.

9:30 AM - Begin at the famous Chouara Tannery, where leather has been produced using traditional methods for over a thousand years. Watch the tanning process from the surrounding terraces.

10:30 AM - Visit the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, founded in 859 AD and considered the oldest continuously operating university in the world.

11:15 AM - Explore the Bou Inania Madrasa, a stunning example of Marinid architecture with intricate cedar carvings and zellij tilework.

12:00 PM - Visit the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts, housed in a beautifully restored funduq (caravanserai).

1:00 PM - Lunch break at a traditional restaurant in the medina (not included). Try authentic Fassi cuisine such as pastilla or tagine with preserved lemons.

2:30 PM - Continue exploring the medina's souks. Visit the spice market, metal workshops, and textile stalls.

3:30 PM - Visit the Royal Palace of Fes (Dar el Makhzen) and admire its magnificent golden brass doors and intricate tilework.

4:00 PM - Explore the Jewish Quarter (Mellah) with its unique architecture and historical significance.

5:00 PM - Return to your riad. Evening at leisure to explore the medina on your own or enjoy dinner at a local restaurant (not included).

Day 5: Fes → Ifrane → Merzouga Desert (7:00 AM - 8:00 PM)

7:00 AM - Early breakfast at your riad in Fes.

8:00 AM - Depart Fes and begin your journey south toward the Sahara Desert. Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains.

9:30 AM - Stop in Ifrane, known as "Little Switzerland" for its European-style architecture and alpine climate. Take a short walk to see the distinctive stone lions.

10:30 AM - Continue through the Middle Atlas, passing through Azrou where you may spot Barbary macaques in the cedar forest.

12:00 PM - Lunch break in the town of Midelt (not included). Enjoy traditional mountain cuisine.

1:30 PM - Continue your journey, entering the High Atlas Mountains. The landscape becomes more dramatic as you climb higher.

3:30 PM - Pass through the Ziz Valley viewpoint. Marvel at the dramatic canyon landscape and the lush palm groves.

5:30 PM - Arrive in Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Check into your desert hotel and prepare for the evening adventure.

6:30 PM - Meet your camel caravan for the highlight of your trip. Begin your 1.5-hour camel trek across the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.

8:00 PM - Arrive at your desert camp in the heart of the dunes. Enjoy traditional mint tea and learn about Berber desert life.

9:00 PM - Dinner at the camp (included) under the stars, followed by evening entertainment around the campfire with traditional Berber music.

Day 6: Merzouga → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley (5:30 AM - 6:00 PM)

5:30 AM - Early morning optional activity: Watch the spectacular sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes from your camp.

7:00 AM - Breakfast at the desert camp.

8:00 AM - Return by camel to Merzouga village. Freshen up at your desert hotel.

9:00 AM - Depart Merzouga and travel to the Todra Gorges. Drive through the dramatic landscape of the Tafilalt region.

11:00 AM - Arrive at Todra Gorges. Walk through the impressive canyon where crystal-clear water flows between towering limestone cliffs.

12:30 PM - Lunch break at a restaurant near the gorges (not included).

2:00 PM - Continue to the Dades Valley, known as the "Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs."

3:30 PM - Stop at the Dades Gorges viewpoint for photos of the winding road and spectacular canyon views.

5:00 PM - Arrive at your hotel in the Dades Valley. Check in and enjoy the stunning views.

6:00 PM - Dinner at your hotel (included). Enjoy the sunset views over the Dades Valley.

Day 7: Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

8:00 AM - Breakfast at your hotel in the Dades Valley.

9:00 AM - Depart Dades Valley and travel along the famous "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs" toward Ouarzazate.

10:30 AM - Visit a traditional kasbah along the route to learn about these fortified family homes.

12:00 PM - Arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the "Door of the Desert." Visit the Taourirt Kasbah, a impressive fortified palace.

1:00 PM - Lunch break in Ouarzazate (not included).

2:30 PM - Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco's most impressive ksars.

3:00 PM - Guided tour of Ait Ben Haddou. Explore the narrow alleys, climb to the granary for panoramic views.

5:00 PM - Check into your accommodation near Ait Ben Haddou. Enjoy the sunset views over this ancient fortified village.

6:00 PM - Dinner at your accommodation (included). Relax and prepare for tomorrow's journey to Marrakech.

Day 8: Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

8:00 AM - Breakfast at your accommodation with views of Ait Ben Haddou.

9:00 AM - Depart Ait Ben Haddou and begin the crossing of the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 meters).

10:30 AM - Enjoy breathtaking views of traditional Berber villages clinging to mountainsides.

12:00 PM - Stop at scenic viewpoints along the mountain pass for photos and to appreciate the dramatic landscape changes.

1:00 PM - Lunch break at a mountain restaurant with panoramic views (not included).

2:30 PM - Continue your descent toward Marrakech. Watch as the landscape transforms from mountainous terrain to the fertile Haouz Plain.

5:00 PM - Arrive in Marrakech, the vibrant "Red City." Check into your riad in the medina or a hotel in the new city.

6:30 PM - Evening at leisure. Explore the famous Djemaa el-Fna square, enjoy dinner at your accommodation or a local restaurant (not included).

Day 9: Marrakech Comprehensive Guided Tour (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

9:00 AM - Breakfast at your accommodation, followed by a full day guided tour of Marrakech.

9:30 AM - Visit the Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech's most famous landmark. Admire the 12th-century minaret and explore the beautiful surrounding gardens.

10:15 AM - Explore the Bahia Palace, a stunning example of 19th-century Moroccan architecture. Wander through the intricate courtyards and admire the decorated rooms.

11:15 AM - Visit the Saadian Tombs, discovered in 1917 after being hidden for centuries.

12:00 PM - Explore the El Badi Palace ruins, once a magnificent 16th-century palace. Climb the towers for panoramic views.

1:00 PM - Lunch break at a restaurant near the souks (not included). Try traditional Marrakchi dishes.

2:30 PM - Walk through the vibrant souks of Marrakech. Explore different sections: the spice market, leather goods quarter, metal workshops, and traditional craft areas.

3:30 PM - Visit the Majorelle Garden, a beautiful botanical garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by Yves Saint Laurent.

4:15 PM - End your tour at Djemaa el-Fna square. Experience the lively atmosphere with storytellers, musicians, and food stalls.

5:00 PM - Return to your accommodation. Evening at leisure to explore more of Marrakech on your own or enjoy dinner at a rooftop restaurant (not included).

Day 10: Marrakech Departure (Flexible Timing)

Morning - Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation in Marrakech.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Free time for last-minute activities. Options include:

• Visit the Marrakech Museum for more insights into Moroccan art and culture
• Explore the Cyber Park for a peaceful green space
• Return to the souks for any final souvenir shopping
• Relax at a traditional hammam (spa) for an authentic Moroccan experience

11:00 AM - Check out from your accommodation.

Flexible Timing - Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) for your departure.

Note: Please allow at least 3 hours before your flight departure time for airport transfer and check-in procedures.