Morocco Amazing 12 Days Tour From Tangier
From the northern coast to the golden dunes of the Sahara, a complete journey through Morocco's landscapes, cities, and cultures.
This 12-day Morocco tour from Tangier takes travelers from the blue-washed lanes of Chefchaouen through the imperial cities of Fes, Meknes, and Marrakech, all the way to the vast Erg Chebbi dunes of the Sahara desert. The route connects Morocco's most storied destinations in a single, logically sequenced journey. Difficulty is rated easy, making it accessible for a broad range of travelers.
The itinerary moves through contrasting terrains: the Rif Mountains, the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, the palm-lined valleys of the south, and the Atlantic coastline near Essaouira and Asilah. Along the way, travelers encounter Roman ruins at Volubilis, fortified kasbahs including the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, and working medinas that have functioned continuously for centuries. Each overnight stop is selected to place guests within walking distance of the sites they will explore the following day.
Southern Morocco introduces a different pace, with camel rides at sunset over Erg Chebbi's dunes, a visit to the Gnawa music village of Khamlia, and a night spent in a traditional Berber desert camp. The return north brings travelers through Dades and Todra gorges before a final coastal stretch through Casablanca, Rabat, and Asilah. The tour concludes in Tangier, completing a full north-to-south-and-back circuit of the country.
Accommodations alternate between characterful riads in the medinas, a desert camp under open skies, and comfortable hotels at each stage. Breakfast and dinner are included throughout, allowing travelers to focus on exploration rather than logistics.
Tour Highlights
Walk the iconic blue-and-white streets of Chefchaouen, a Berber hillside city beneath the Rif Mountains.
Explore the ancient medina of Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to Al-Qarawiyyine, the world's oldest continually operating university.
Ride camels at sunset over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend a night in a traditional Berber desert camp.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a centuries-old fortified kasbah recognized by UNESCO and used as a backdrop for major film productions.
Pass through the Rose Valley of Kalaat M'gouna and the oasis-dotted Skoura palm grove on the road to Ouarzazate.
Walk through the towering rock walls of Todra Gorges and the sweeping curves of the Dades Valley.
Discover the Roman archaeological site of Volubilis and the imperial grandeur of Meknes in a single morning drive.
Itinerary Overview
Arrival at Tangier port or airport, then transfer through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen. The afternoon is free to explore the city's distinctive blue-painted medina before dinner and overnight at Hotel Molino Gardin, Hotel Ras El Ma, or similar.
After breakfast, drive south with a stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis and a tour of the Meknes medina, enclosed within its historic walls. Arrive in Fes by evening for check-in at Riad Le Perle de Medina, Riad Lala Zoubida, or similar.
A guided tour covers Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Attarine Madrasa, the Ennajarine Fountain, the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, and Al-Qarawiyyine university. The afternoon includes a panoramic viewpoint over the medina and a visit to the newer Fez Al-Jadid district.
Drive through the cedar forests of Azrou, the town of Ifrane, and the Ziz Valley before reaching Merzouga and Erg Chebbi. The evening features a sunset camel ride, Berber music, and an overnight stay in a Berber desert camp among the dunes.
Wake at sunrise for a final camel ride before returning to the hotel for breakfast and checkout. The drive follows Berber villages through the dramatic Todra Gorges, then continues to the layered rock formations of the Dades Valley for the night.
The final days move through the Rose Valley, Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, the Tichka Pass, Marrakech, Essaouira, Casablanca, Rabat, and a restful night in Asilah before the journey concludes back in Tangier.
What Is Included
Included
- Private transport throughout the tour in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver and local guides
- 11 nights accommodation in riads, hotels, and desert camp
- Breakfast and dinner daily as stated in the itinerary
- Camel ride at Erg Chebbi dunes
- City guided tours in Fes and Marrakech
- Berber desert camp experience with live Gnawa music
- All transfers from Tangier port or airport on Day 1
Not Included
- International flights to and from Morocco
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and personal drinks
- Entry fees to monuments, museums, and sites
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Any personal expenses and optional activities
- Visa fees where applicable
Important Information
Reserve Your Place on This Tour
Spaces on this 12-day Morocco circuit are limited to maintain a quality experience. Secure your dates early to avoid missing availability during peak travel seasons.
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