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Totally Morocco 11 Days Tour from Tangier
Day 1: Tangier
Upon arrival in Tangier, you will be met and taken to your Tangier hotel. Depending on arrival time, you will visit the city. You will be touring around Tangier and its surroundings as well as visit Spartel Cape and the Hercules caves. From this point you will get an exceptional view of the strait of Gibraltar and the Atlantic Ocean. You will then visit the Kasbah district, next to the port, the old Medina, with its craftsmanship shops and the magnificent Minaret, looking over the sea.
Day 2: Chefchaouen
After breakfast, we travel to Chaouen or Chefchaouen in Berber, one of the most beautiful towns of the Rif mountains which are the last rampart before the Mediterranean and the Iberian peninsula. It's famous for its shady valleys Medina, its white coloured houses, blue doors and tiles roof. The local market of Chaouen are animated with traditionally dressed locals and a variety of beautifully displayed. Chaouen offers to its visitors the charm of a city which has preserved Arab Andalusian arts and traditions. in late afternoon, we head back to Tangier train station to catch the High speed train to Casablanca. Overnight stay in Casablanca
Day 3: Casablanca
After breakfast, Explore the cultural, historical and economic centre of Morocco on a sightseeing tour of Casablanca. Get an overview of the city and its most characteristic areas, including the maze-like streets of the medina including an visit to the Hassan II, one of the world’s biggest mosques, Sqala and Habous disctrict. Once finished with the tour, we head towards Rabat for an overnight stay
Day 4: Rabat - Meknes - Volubilis
This morning we do the tour of the capital Rabat. Strategically located on the Atlantic coastline, Rabat began as a settlement in the third century BC. We will enjoy a full day tour of the old city including visits to the Royal Palace, Ouadaya Gardens Kasbah and the Hassan Tower Mosque. We then drive to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. You will spend the morning exploring the 2000-year-old ruins and getting a picture of life during the Roman Empire, will take you on a drive through tour of the imperial city of Meknes. You will head to Fes in the evening. Overnight stay in Fez.
Day 5: Fez
After breakfast you will begin our guided tour of the Fes medina, one of the world’s largest walled in cities. You will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco. A visit to the King’s Palace, the tanneries, and potters are just a few places you will experience. For lunch you may choose to eat in a traditional restaurant in the heart of the medina. After lunch you will continue the tour and return to your hotel for the evening. Overnight stay in Fez.
Day 6: Ouzoud Waterfalls
After an early breakfast, you will depart for Marrakech. The beautiful drive will take you up into the MIddle Atlas Mountains and along the base of the High Atlas Mountains and visit Ouzoud waterfall. Once in Marrakech, you will check into your hotel and then head off to the Djemaa el-Fna, the center square of the medina. The famous Djemaa el-Fna, is one of the center attractions of Marrakech. Coming alive at night with local storytellers, entertainers, and mouth-watering barbeque pits, the square is well worth the visit. A quiet cup of tea on the terrace of an adjacent cafe provides a spectacular aerial view of the bustling square. Overnight stay in Marrakech.
Day 7: Marrakech
After breakfast, you will have a guided tour of Marrakech, the southern pearl of Morocco. You will discover the Palace of the Bahia, the Saadian Tombs, and many other hidden treasures. After lunch, you will continue with the tour on to the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque and the famous Djemaa el-Fna, one of the center attractions of Marrakech. The tour will conclude with an exploration of the Menara and Majorelle gardens. Overnight stay in Marrakech
Day 8: Kasbah Ait Benhaddou & Dades Valley
This morning journey along mountain roads and over Morocco's highest pass, Tizi n'Tichka (2,260 metres), to Ait Benhaddou on the edges of the Sahara (approximately 6 hours). Perched on a hilltop and almost unchanged since the 11th century, Ait Benhaddou is one of Morocco's most iconic site. It was once an important stop for caravans passing through as they carried salt across the Sahara, returning with gold, ivory and slaves. Today its grand kasbah has been listed as a World Heritage site, with its fortified village being a fine example of clay architecture.
Day 9: Merzouga Sahara Desert
After breakfast at the hotel, youwill take the road to the Toudra Gorge, which consists of high limestone cliffsthat have been hollowed out for millennia. This wonderful site is also the delight of climbing enthusiasts. The journey will continue to the fascinating dunes of Merzouga. It is a village that marks the beginning of the Sahara. At This stage, vehicles will be replaced by camels to enjoy a traditional camel ride o the camp. You will cross the dunes and admire the sunset and the colors in perpetual evolution. After a traditional dinner with Berber rhythms, you will spend the night under the stars in a nomad tent in the middle of the desert.
Day 10: Marrakech via Ouarzazate
Wake early to watch the sunrise before breakfast (optional). Then, ride your camel back to the main road then head back to Marrakech. Stop half-way for lunch in Ouarzazate and visit the famous Taourirt kasbah in Morocco and tour the Atlas Film studios before heading back to Marrakech while enjoying the spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N'Tichka pass, which at 7,415 feet is the highest pass in northern Africa. Overnight stay in Marrakech.
Day 11: Marrakech - End of our services
Your day is free today to explore Marrakech further, and perhaps do some final souvenir shopping and sightseeing before we transfer you to Marrakech airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
• Professional Local Guides
• Meals Daily Breakfast is included Dinner & Breakfast at the Desert Camp in Merzouga
• Transport Comfortable A/C Minibus with free onboard Wifi & TGV High Speed Train
• 3* Hotel Accommodation on Bed & Breakfast Basis (Upgrade to 4* hotels available on request)
• Private Sahara Tent on HB basis (Dinner & Lunch) at Merzouga
• Return Airport Transfer
• Professional Driver
• Our Assistance
* Price is based on 2 people sharing a double room, for solo travellers, there will be a single supplement.
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