A 12-day private tour of Morocco starting from Tangier is a fantastic way to explore the diverse landscapes, cultures, and history of Morocco country.
This itinerary provides a comprehensive overview of Morocco’s highlights, from the bustling cities to the serene desert landscapes. Adjustments can be made based on your interests and preferences, and having a private tour allows for flexibility in scheduling and activities.
Upon your arrival at Tangier's port or airport, a dedicated member of our team will warmly welcome you. Depending on your schedule, we may start with a brief tour of Tangier before embarking on a picturesque journey through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen.
Arrive in Chefchaouen where you will check into your accommodation. The remainder of the day is yours to unwind and enjoy at your leisure.
Start point
Casablanca, Grand Casablanca, Morocco
Chefchaouen, renowned as "the blue city" for its striking blue-washed walls, awaits you. You'll begin with a guided tour of this enchanting town, immersing yourself in its unique charm and the traditional attire of its hospitable residents. Following the tour, you'll have ample free time to leisurely explore Chefchaouen, experiencing its vibrant culture at your own pace. Enjoy a relaxing evening and overnight stay in this captivating city.
After breakfast at your riad, we'll head to Fes via Volubilis, known for its Roman ruins and ancient mosaics from the 2nd century B.C. We'll also visit Meknes, a former 17th-century capital and Imperial city of Morocco. Finally, we'll arrive in Fes, where you'll overnight at a centrally located riad in the heart of the medina.
After breakfast at your riad, our local guide will take you on a journey through the oldest medina in Morocco, dating back to the 9th century. Navigate narrow cobblestone streets where donkeys are the primary mode of transport. Highlights include the University of Al Karaouine, founded in 851 by Fatima al-Fihri, making it the world's oldest university, and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. You'll also visit the Nejjarine fountains, the iconic tanneries, the King’s Palace, and the Jewish quarter, where you can explore a synagogue in the mellah if interested.
Lunch will be served in the medina, and the tour concludes around 3-4 p.m. back at your riad.
We'll head towards the Sahara desert in the morning, with our first stop at Ifrane, known as Little Switzerland. Continuing through the Cedar Forest, we might spot Barbary apes. The scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains and Ziz Valley will lead us to lunch in Midelt. Afterward, we'll continue through the picturesque Ziz Valley, pausing for scenic views. By afternoon, we'll reach Merzouga village on the desert's edge, where you'll check into Riad Kasbah hotel for overnight stay.
After breakfast, explore Merzouga and observe villagers irrigating crops in the oasis. Next, visit Khamlia village, home to descendants of slaves, for a unique Gnawa music performance and lunch. Return to your riad for a break before embarking on a camel trek into the Sahara Desert. Spend the night in a comfortable desert camp with tents equipped with flush toilets and showers. Enjoy dinner under the stars, traditional Sahara music around the campfire, and free time before overnighting in your private tent.
Leaving the dunes behind, our journey to Dades Gorge includes a stop in Erfoud, celebrated for its geological marvels. You may choose to visit a fossil factory and showroom before continuing to Todra Gorges and Todra Valley. Explore the ancient landscapes and hike through Morocco's highest and narrowest gorges, renowned among global rock climbers.
Tonight, relax and unwind at a Kasbah hotel nestled in Dades Valley.
After breakfast at your riad, we’ll drive to Ouarzazate via the Dades Valley, with its dramatic rock formations and ancient kasbahs, and then on to the Rose Valley, known for its damask roses that are harvested in April.
Continuing on our journey, we’ll head to Ouarzazat, known as African Hollywood, where you can see the Taourirt Kasbah and tour the movie studios.
You will get to see the Taourirt Kasbah and then check into your accommodations at your hotel
After breakfast at your Hotel, we'll journey to Marrakech via the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, Morocco's largest kasbah famously featured in films like The Gladiator and Game of Thrones. We'll continue our route through the Tichka Pass, one of Morocco's highest mountain passes. Arriving in Marrakech, you'll overnight at a delightful riad nestled in the vibrant heart of the medina.
After breakfast, our local guide will take you through some of the historical sites of “The Red City,” including the Bahia Palace, the Saadienne tombs, Jamaa Lafna Square and Ben Youssef Medrasa. Walking through the souks, you’ll enjoy the sights, sounds and bright colors of the market. The city tour ends around 3 p.m.
Then on to the new part of Marrakech and the beautiful Majorelle Gardens, created by Yves St. Laurent, before heading back to your accommodations.
After sundown, we suggest you walk to Jamaa el Fna, the main square in the old city that comes alive at night with snake charmers, storytellers, merchants and tourists enjoying the sights and sounds of Marrakech
After breakfast, depart your riad for Essaouira, known as the City of Wind. En route, drive through the Land of Argan, home to the unique argan trees. Visit a women’s cooperative to see traditional argan oil production. In Essaouira, a coastal city with a rich cultural history, enjoy free time to explore its blue and white streets. Have lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your accommodations in Marrakech.
Transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca airport where your trip concludes. We can tailor the tour to suit your preferences.
Best wishes, Cultural Morocco Tours.
End point
Casablanca, Grand Casablanca, Morocco
Terms and Conditions
By booking a private tour with Cultural morocco tour, you agree to these terms and conditions on your behalf and on behalf of any other person using our services in accordance with your reservation.
Once you have agreed to all aspects of the offer, Cultural morocco tour will provide you with an invoice containing payment details.
The reservation will be confirmed upon receipt of a 05% Deposit, advance payment of the total bill.
The remaining balance (less the deposit) is due one month before the tour departure.
If changes to your booking are not possible for any reason, you have the option to proceed with your holiday as originally booked or to cancel and pay the cancellation fees as outlined below.
Please inform us in writing as soon as possible if you need to cancel your trip. The cancellation fee is dependent on the number of days between your written cancellation and the start date of your trip:
If you cancel 30 days or more from the departure date – Only the deposit is payable
If you cancel less than 30 days from departure – 50% is payable
If you cancel less than 14 days from departure – No refund is payable
In the event of war, the threat of war, civil unrest, airport closures, industrial action, threatened or actual terrorist activities, or any other event outside the control of Cultural morocco tour that either delays or extends the holiday or compels a change in the holiday arrangements during the holiday, we cannot accept liability for any resulting loss, damage, or expense, and no refunds will be made. If you have any special requirements, such as dietary or medical needs or wheelchair assistance, please inform us before confirming your booking. We will communicate this information to our suppliers to ensure a safe and enjoyable vacation.
Please let us know of any preferences you may have, such as hotel locations or bed configurations, and we will do our best to
accommodate your requests. No compensation will be paid if such requests cannot be fulfilled.
Our cars are registered and fully insured as tourist vehicles and can carry the appropriate number of passengers.
It is mandatory for all members of your party to have insurance appropriate to their visit, and the principal passenger is responsible for ensuring that all members of the party are adequately and appropriately insured for the trip.
The insurance must provide adequate cover for loss of effects (including money and passport), personal accident, medical expenses, repatriation if you become too ill to continue (including international medical emergency service and air ambulance service costs), and all other expenses that might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay, or inconvenience. We strongly recommend cancellation insurance.
Guests should also check that their insurance policy covers the activities they will undertake, such as horseback riding and camel, trekking, quads, etc. There is no indication that any of these activities are taking place in rough terrain and at altitudes above 2000 m.
We assume no responsibility for personal injury, illness, damage, death, or loss incurred during your trip.
Cultural morocco tour ensures that all aspects of your tour meet your expectations, but we act only as an agent and cannot be held responsible for the actions of carriers, property owners, providers or organizers of activities, guides, and transport. We are not responsible for events outside our reasonable control or if there has been no fault by Cultural morocco tour. You should understand that safety standards of accommodation and suppliers of local services may not.
Hotel in Chechaouen : Dar Echchaouen or similar
Hotel in Fes : Riad Ahlam or similar
Hotel in Mezouga desert : Kasbah Mohayut or similar
Luxury Camp in Merzouga : Tiziri Camp or similar
Hotel in Dades Gorge : Dar blues or similar
Hotel in Ouarzazate : Yu Palace or simila
Hotel in Marrakesh: Riad KS & Spa or similar
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Dinners in Desert camp , Dades Gorge and Ouarzazate
Breakfasts at the accommodations
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Local guide in Fes and Marrakech
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