Itinerary
- Day 1
Tangier
You'll arrive in Tangier via ferry from Spain or fly into Ibn Battuta Airport, where your driver meets you with a nameplate. Depending on when you get in, there's time to walk through the vibrant medina, check out the Kasbah Museum for views of the Strait of Gibraltar, or head to Cap Spartel where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet. After that, you'll settle into your hotel for the evening.
Optional Activities
- Explore vibrant medina with narrow streets and bustling souks
- Visit Kasbah Museum with views of Strait of Gibraltar
- Visit Cap Spartel where Atlantic Ocean meets Mediterranean Sea
Landmarks/POIs Kasbah Museum Cap Spartel - Day 2
Tangier to Chefchaouen
Following breakfast, you'll catch any Tangier spots you might have missed, including the medina, Kasbah Museum, Cap Spartel, and Hercules Cave. Then it's time to drive through lush coastal landscapes and charming villages heading to Chefchaouen. You'll check in and spend the evening exploring the blue-washed medina, Plaza Uta el-Hammam, and the Grand Mosque with its distinctive octagonal minaret.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kasbah Museum (if not visited Day 1)
- Visit Cap Spartel (if not visited Day 1)
- Visit Hercules Cave
Optional Activities
- Explore vibrant medina in Tangier (if not visited Day 1)
- Explore medina in Chefchaouen
- Visit Plaza Uta el-Hammam
- Visit Grand Mosque
Landmarks/POIs Kasbah Museum Cap Spartel Hercules Cave Plaza Uta el-Hammam Grand Mosque - Day 3
Chefchaouen to Fes
The morning's yours to wander Chefchaouen's serene blue-washed streets and check out local artisan shops before the crowds show up. In the afternoon, you'll drive through the Rif Mountains and fertile plains heading to Fes. Once you check in to your hotel, you'll rest after the journey, and tomorrow you'll explore the historic medina.
Optional Activities
- Explore medina in Chefchaouen in early morning
- Visit local artisan shops in Chefchaouen
- Day 4
Fes
You'll take a guided walking tour through Fes' medina with a local guide who shows you hidden gems and historical treasures. The route includes the Chouara Tannery to see traditional leather dyeing methods, the Dar Batha Museum's collection of Moroccan arts and crafts, and the Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts inside a restored caravanserai. You'll also pay respects at Moulay Idriss II Shrine and wander the vibrant souks.
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Fes medina with local guide
- Visit Chouara Tannery
- Visit Dar Batha Museum
- Visit Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts
- Visit Moulay Idriss II Shrine
Landmarks/POIs Chouara Tannery Dar Batha Museum Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts Moulay Idriss II Shrine Fes el Bali Bou Inania Madrasa Al Quaraouiyine University Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate) - Day 5
Fes to Rabat to Casablanca
After breakfast, you'll drive to Rabat, Morocco's capital. There you'll see Hassan Tower, an incomplete 12th-century mosque and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V with its Alaouite architecture. The Kasbah of the Udayas overlooks the Atlantic with its Andalusian gardens and you'll explore that next. Then it's on to Casablanca, arriving in the afternoon to check in and either explore the nightlife or relax by the seaside.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Hassan Tower
- Visit Mausoleum of Mohammed V
- Explore Kasbah of the Udayas
Optional Activities
- Explore Rabat's Andalusian gardens within Kasbah
- Explore Casablanca's nightlife or seaside
Landmarks/POIs Hassan Tower Mausoleum of Mohammed V Kasbah of the Udayas - Day 6
Casablanca to Essaouira
Your day starts with the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Then you'll drive along the scenic coast to Essaouira, a charming artistic town where you'll check in and walk through picturesque streets with art galleries, boutiques, and cafes. Before evening, you'll visit the Skala de la Ville, an old Portuguese fortress with panoramic views of the Atlantic, and enjoy the fresh seafood and music scene.
Included Activities
- Visit Hassan II Mosque
Optional Activities
- Explore Essaouira's streets with art galleries and boutiques
- Visit Skala de la Ville
- Enjoy fresh seafood in Essaouira
Landmarks/POIs Hassan II Mosque Skala de la Ville - Day 7
Essaouira to Agadir
After a leisurely breakfast, you'll head south along the Atlantic coast to Agadir. This modern city, rebuilt after a 1960 earthquake, is known for beautiful beaches and vibrant atmosphere. You'll check in and spend the afternoon relaxing on golden sands or strolling the bustling promenade. Later, you'll visit the Agadir Kasbah for panoramic views and explore the lively nightlife in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Relax on Agadir Beach
- Stroll along the promenade
- Visit Agadir Kasbah for panoramic views
- Explore Agadir's nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Agadir Beach Agadir Kasbah - Day 8
Agadir to Ouarzazate
Leaving the coast, you'll head inland through rugged landscapes. You'll pass through Taznakht, famous for Berber carpets, then continue to Ouarzazate, known as the Gateway to the Sahara. After checking in, you'll explore the city's film studios where films like Game of Thrones and Gladiator were shot. The Kasbah of Taourirt, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Atlas Film Studios round out your day.
Included Activities
- Visit Kasbah of Taourirt
- Visit Atlas Film Studios
Optional Activities
- Explore Taznakht's Berber carpets
- Explore Ouarzazate's film studios
Landmarks/POIs Kasbah of Taourirt Atlas Film Studios - Day 9
Ouarzazate to Zagora (Sahara Desert)
You'll depart Ouarzazate for the Draa Valley with lush palm groves and ancient kasbahs, enjoying scenic views of the river and surrounding mountains along the way. Continuing on to Zagora, a town on the edge of the Sahara Desert, you'll check into a Berber-style desert camp. At sunset, you'll ride a camel into the dunes, have a traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars, and spend the night in a comfortable Berber tent.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars in the desert)
Included Activities
- Camel ride into the dunes at sunset
- Traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars
Landmarks/POIs Draa Valley - Day 10
Zagora to Marrakech via Ait Benhaddou
After breakfast in the desert, you'll head toward Marrakech with a stop at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and ancient fortified village that's been used in famous films. You'll drive through the scenic Atlas Mountains with dramatic landscapes and traditional Berber villages. Once you arrive in Marrakech and check in, you'll spend the evening exploring Jemaa el-Fnaa square with street performers, food stalls, and vibrant souks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ait Benhaddou UNESCO World Heritage site
Optional Activities
- Explore Jemaa el-Fnaa square with street performances and food stalls
- Browse vibrant souks in Marrakech
Landmarks/POIs Ait Benhaddou Jemaa el-Fnaa - Day 11
Marrakech
You'll dedicate this day to exploring Marrakech's cultural and historical sites with a guided medina tour. The itinerary includes the Bahia Palace with beautiful gardens and intricate architecture, the Saadian Tombs, a hidden 16th-century gem, the Koutoubia Mosque, and the Ben Youssef Madrasa, an ancient Islamic college. You'll wander through vibrant souks shopping for traditional crafts, spices, and textiles. The evening is yours to enjoy or relax at your hotel.
Included Activities
- Guided medina tour of Marrakech with local guide
- Visit Bahia Palace
- Visit Saadian Tombs
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque
- Visit Ben Youssef Madrasa
Optional Activities
- Wander through vibrant souks and shop for crafts, spices, and textiles
Landmarks/POIs Bahia Palace Saadian Tombs Koutoubia Mosque Ben Youssef Madrasa - Day 12
Marrakech Departure
You'll enjoy a leisurely breakfast before being transferred to Marrakech Menara Airport for your departure. Your driver ensures you reach the airport with plenty of time for your flight, taking with you memories of an unforgettable Moroccan adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
