12-Day Ultimate Morocco Experience
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12-Day Ultimate Morocco Experience

Comprehensive Morocco Journey

12 Days / 11 Nights
2-8 People
Comprehensive Tour

Tour Overview

Embark on the ultimate Moroccan adventure featuring UNESCO World Heritage sites including the magnificent Ait Ben Haddou kasbah. This comprehensive journey takes you through ancient fortified villages, across the High Atlas Mountains, into the Sahara Desert, and through all four imperial cities.

Route

Comprehensive Tour

Group Size

2-8 People

Rating

4.9/5 (45 reviews)

Detailed Itinerary

1

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech → Orientation

Arrive in Marrakech and meet your guide. Orientation tour of the 'Red City' including Jemaa el-Fnaa square, Koutoubia Mosque, and the famous souks. Evening welcome dinner with traditional entertainment.

Day 1 Highlights:

  • Airport pickup
  • Marrakech orientation
  • Jemaa el-Fnaa
  • Koutoubia Mosque
  • Traditional souks
  • Welcome dinner
2

Day 2: Marrakech Full Day Exploration

Full day exploring Marrakech with a professional guide. Visit the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Majorelle Gardens, and various artisan quarters. Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of this imperial city.

Day 2 Highlights:

  • Bahia Palace
  • Saadian Tombs
  • Majorelle Gardens
  • Artisan quarters
  • Cultural immersion
  • Local cuisine
3

Day 3: Marrakech → High Atlas → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate

Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n'Tichka pass. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, the most famous kasbah in Morocco. Continue to Ouarzazate, exploring the film studios and Taourirt Kasbah.

Day 3 Highlights:

  • High Atlas crossing
  • Tizi n'Tichka pass
  • Ait Benhaddou UNESCO site
  • Film studios
  • Taourirt Kasbah
  • Hollywood of Africa
4

Day 4: Ouarzazate → Skoura → Dades Valley

Visit the Skoura Oasis with its ancient kasbahs and palm groves. Continue through the Valley of Roses to the stunning Dades Valley, known for its unique rock formations and traditional Berber villages.

Day 4 Highlights:

  • Skoura Oasis
  • Ancient kasbahs
  • Valley of Roses
  • Dades Valley
  • Rock formations
  • Berber villages
5

Day 5: Dades → Todra Gorge → Erfoud → Merzouga

Explore the magnificent Todra Gorge with its towering limestone cliffs. Journey through traditional villages and arrive in Merzouga for camel trekking into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Overnight in a luxury desert camp.

Day 5 Highlights:

  • Todra Gorge
  • Limestone cliffs
  • Traditional villages
  • Camel trekking
  • Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Luxury desert camp
6

Day 6: Merzouga Desert Experience

Full day experiencing the Sahara Desert. Visit nomadic families, explore the desert by 4×4, try sandboarding, and enjoy traditional music. Second night in the desert camp under the stars.

Day 6 Highlights:

  • Desert sunrise
  • Nomadic families
  • 4×4 exploration
  • Sandboarding
  • Traditional music
  • Stargazing
7

Day 7: Merzouga → Rissani → Midelt

Visit Rissani's traditional market and explore Erfoud's fossil workshops. Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains to reach Midelt, enjoying the changing landscapes and mountain scenery.

Day 7 Highlights:

  • Rissani market
  • Erfoud fossils
  • Middle Atlas Mountains
  • Midelt
  • Mountain scenery
  • Landscape changes
8

Day 8: Midelt → Ifrane → Fes

Travel through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, stopping in Ifrane, known as 'Little Switzerland'. Arrive in Fes, one of Morocco's most historic and culturally rich imperial cities.

Day 8 Highlights:

  • Cedar forests
  • Ifrane 'Little Switzerland'
  • Fes imperial city
  • Historic significance
  • Cultural richness
9

Day 9: Fes Full Day Exploration

Comprehensive full-day tour of Fes with a professional local guide. Explore the ancient medina, traditional tanneries, Al Quaraouiyine University, and various artisan workshops. Deep cultural immersion experience.

Day 9 Highlights:

  • Fes medina
  • Traditional tanneries
  • Al Quaraouiyine University
  • Artisan workshops
  • Cultural immersion
  • Local guide
10

Day 10: Fes → Meknes → Volubilis → Chefchaouen

Visit Meknes, another imperial city with impressive architecture. Explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue to the enchanting blue city of Chefchaouen.

Day 10 Highlights:

  • Meknes imperial city
  • Roman ruins
  • Volubilis UNESCO site
  • Rif Mountains
  • Chefchaouen
  • Blue city
11

Day 11: Chefchaouen → Rabat → Casablanca

Morning exploration of Chefchaouen's blue streets and mountain views. Travel to Rabat, Morocco's capital, visiting the Hassan Tower and Oudayas Kasbah. Continue to Casablanca for the magnificent Hassan II Mosque.

Day 11 Highlights:

  • Chefchaouen exploration
  • Rabat capital
  • Hassan Tower
  • Oudayas Kasbah
  • Casablanca
  • Hassan II Mosque
12

Day 12: Casablanca → Essaouira → Marrakech

Visit the coastal city of Essaouira, exploring its medina, ramparts, and enjoying fresh seafood. Experience the Portuguese influence and Atlantic atmosphere before returning to Marrakech for departure.

Day 12 Highlights:

  • Essaouira coastal city
  • Medina exploration
  • Portuguese influence
  • Atlantic coast
  • Fresh seafood
  • Return to Marrakech

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Private luxury transportation
  • 11 nights premium accommodation
  • All breakfasts and dinners
  • Camel trekking experience
  • Professional guides in all cities
  • All entrance fees and monuments
  • Airport transfers
  • Welcome and farewell dinners

✗ Not Included

  • International flights
  • Lunches during the tour
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Beverages and extras

Why Choose This Tour

Ultimate Experience

The most comprehensive Morocco tour with extended time in each destination.

UNESCO Sites

Visit all major UNESCO World Heritage sites with expert local guides.

Premium Service

Luxury accommodations and premium service throughout the journey.

Cultural Depth

Deep cultural immersion with authentic experiences and local interactions.

From €1,580
per person
(4.9/5 from 45 reviews)

Quick Facts

Duration:12 Days / 11 Nights
Group Size:2-8 People
Departure:Daily
Pick-up:Hotel/Airport
Language:English, French

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