12 days tour Highlights of Morocco

Day 1: Welcome to Marrakech : transfer to your Hotel / Riad

We will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your Riad/Hotel.

Day 2: Marrakech Medina exploration

Exploring Marrakech’s Medina is a captivating journey through the heart of the city, offering a mix of vibrant markets, historical landmarks, and rich cultural experiences. Key attractions include the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa Square with its daytime street performances and evening transformation into a lively night market. The iconic Koutoubia Mosque and its peaceful gardens stand adjacent to the square. Navigating the souks, specialized markets offering spices, textiles, leather goods, and crafts, is a sensory experience with common bargaining practices.

Other highlights include the exquisite 19th-century Bahia Palace, the hidden Saadian Tombs rediscovered in 1917, the tranquil Mouassine Fountain amid traditional Moroccan architecture, and the historic Medersa Ben Youssef, an ancient Islamic school renowned for intricate tilework. The Maison de la Photographie showcases vintage photographs capturing Morocco’s history, complemented by a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Medina.

Exploration extends to the Spice Square, Rahba Kedima, known for vibrant displays of spices, herbs, and traditional remedies. The Majorelle Garden, although not in the Medina, is a recommended visit with its botanical beauty and vibrant blue villa formerly owned by Yves Saint Laurent.

To fully appreciate the unique charm, visitors are encouraged to take their time and consider hiring a local guide for enhanced insights into the history and culture of Marrakech’s historic Medina. 

Day 3: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

The road journey from Marrakech to Ouarzazate is a captivating expedition through diverse landscapes and notable attractions. The highlights include:

1. High Atlas Mountains:

   • Traverse the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, providing stunning panoramic views along the highest mountain pass in North Africa.

2. Ait Ben Haddou:

   • Explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a well-preserved kasbah with mud-brick buildings, recognized for its historical significance and featured in various films and TV series.

3. Telouet Kasbah:

   • Take a detour to the Telouet Kasbah, an ancient fortress that once symbolized the Glaoui family’s power. Admire the intricate decorations within the kasbah’s interiors.

4. Ounila Valley:

   • Drive through the scenic Ounila Valley, characterized by lush greenery and traditional Berber villages, offering picturesque views of the valley and surrounding hills.

5. Taddert and Tizi n’Tinififft Pass:

   • Pause at Taddert, a quaint village, and relish the scenic beauty from the Tizi n’Tinififft Pass, known for its impressive mountain vistas.

6. Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate:

   • Explore the Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate, a historical fortress and former residence of the Glaoui family. Navigate the maze-like corridors and appreciate the kasbah’s impressive architecture.

7. Atlas Film Studios:

   • Visit Ouarzazate, renowned as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” and explore the Atlas Film Studios. Discover film sets and locations used in various movies and TV series .overnight at Ouarzazate.

Day 4: Ouarzazate – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) ]

The road journey from Ouarzazate to Merzouga offers a captivating exploration of diverse landscapes and noteworthy attractions. Highlights of the journey include:

1. Skoura Oasis:

   • Explore the lush palm groves and historic kasbahs of Skoura Oasis, with the Amerhidil Kasbah standing out as a notable landmark.

2. Valley of the Roses:

   • Traverse the Valley of the Roses, particularly enchanting during the rose harvest season. Known for rose water production, the region offers various rose-based products.

3. Dades Gorges:

   • Discover the dramatic Dades Gorges, where the Dades River has carved deep canyons through the rocky landscape. Opportunities for short hikes abound in this impressive geological formation.

4. Todra Gorges:

   • Stop at the Todra Gorges, characterized by towering cliffs and a narrow canyon formed by the Todra River. The area is popular for rock climbing enthusiasts.

5. Tinjdad and Tineghir:

   • Experience local life in the small towns of Tinjdad and Tineghir, where you can immerse yourself in the culture and enjoy a traditional Moroccan meal.

6. Erfoud:

   • Visit Erfoud, known as the “Gateway to the Sahara,” featuring a vibrant market and renowned for its fossil industry. Local shops offer various fossil products.

7. Merzouga Desert Dunes:

   • Finally, arrive in Merzouga and be captivated by the stunning desert landscapes, especially the towering sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Engage in activities like camel trekking, sandboarding, and stargazing to fully experience the desert’s allure.

The journey unfolds as a unique opportunity to witness Morocco’s diverse beauty, encompassing oasis towns, picturesque valleys, majestic gorges, and the mesmerizing Sahara Desert. Plan your stops based on personal interests and the available time for exploration.

Day 5: Explor Merzouga area (Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert)

Explore Merzouga area and enjoy some Gnawa music at Khamlia village, head back to the hotel to take the camels to spend one night at the Sahara desert under the  tents, enjoy the shining starts at the open sky.

Day 6: Merzouga Camel trek & Overnight in desert camp.

Today our 12 day Morocco Private tour continues and we will explore desert are . Ride camels and we reach the dunes of Erg Chebbi ,highest in Morocco. We will also visit a Berber family and also Khamlia village ,where we listen to Gnawa music. We will visit Berber nomads and oasis of palm trees in nearby area. After lunch in Merzouga we ride camels in the sand dunes to reach desert camp. We will spend this night in desert camp where we will enjoy Berber drums music in the middle of the Sahara. You will also enjoy the sunset and sunrise in desert. After traditional Moroccan dinner we stay overnight in desert tents.

Day 7: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Ziz Valley – Errachidia – Midelt

Head to Midelt, visit Rissani, Ziz valley and cross Errachidia, overnight at Midelt.

Day 8: Midlet – Atlas Mountains – Azrou (Cedar Forest) – Fes Imperial City

Departure to Fez, crossing the Midle Atlas Mountains, feed the monkeys at the Majestic Ceder Woods of Azrou. Cross Ifran and Overnight at Fez.

Day 9: Fez Medina Exploration tour

Explore Fez Medival medina with a local guide; visit the Tanneries, and Ceramics of the town. Overnight at Fez hotel.

Day 10: Fez – Volubilis – Meknes – Rabat

Leave Fez visit Volubilis ‘the Roman ruins’, lunch at Meknes and overnight at Rabat.

Day 11: Rabat – Casablanca – Marrakech

Visit Rabat historical landscapes and head to Casablanca, visit Hassan II mosk have a drink or lunch at the Rick’s Café or by the Atlantic Ocean, head to Marrakech /overnight.

Day 12: Free day in Marrakech

last minute shopping at Marrakech and packing/ Departure from Marrakech to your airport/ tour ends in Marrakech.

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