Tangier imperial cities Tour 8 days will bring you the ultimate travel enjoyment. You will visit three of thr Moroccan imperial cities with an enjoyable sightseeing tour in all of FES & MARRAKECH cities. Moreover, tour in the Sahara desert various landscapes, Erfoud & Rissani Berber villages, Todra & Dades gorges, Ziz & Dades valleys, and AIt Ben Haddou & Taourit Kasbahs. Furthermore, experience camel trekking and spend an night in traditional tents.
What to Expect
Tangier imperial cities tour 8 days will start when meeting you at Tangier seaport. We will then drive towards Chefchaouen city passing by Tetouan city along the way. You can see the beauty and calm of its atmosphere and small houses lies at the high hills of the Rif mountains. Arriving at the blue Pearl City; you will have lunch in a traditional restaurant situated at Utta EL Hamam Plaza. Then, have a walk to discover the square before continuing to explore the river with its panoramic view of its flowing water. Chefchaouen is also where to stroll in its blue alleys and wonder at its unique artisanal souvenirs and items. You may want to buy from its diverse items, souvenirs, and traditional clothes & Carpets. Spend a night and take dinner at Chefchaouen.
DAY 2: Chefchaouen _ Meknes _ Volubilis _ Fes
At your accommodation, enjoy a lovely breakfast to get ready to leave Chefchaouen towards Fes city. In our way, there will be several places to visit. The imperial city of Meknes, for example, remains an incredible site that has an amazing Islamic architecture. That clearly shown in its gates Bab Khmiss and Bab El Mansour, Medersa Bou Inania, and Bassin Sahrij Souani.
With a short drive from Meknes, we find the town of Mulay Ismail another impressive site to visit. Our lunch will be served over the Roman ruins of Volubilis to have the opportunity to fully explore this Unesco World preserved site in the evening.
Once reaching Fes, get rest at the hotel where to stay the night.
DAY 3: Fes Sightseeing
Today on our Tangier imperial cities tour 8 days, we will explore the cultural city. Once in Fez city; the tour will not be exceptional without a guide especially in the exotic medina of Fes. Our guide will show you and give you a short history of Fes city main important sites. In this visit, you are expected to walk in its tiny old medina alleys and discover the Jewish quarter.
Moreover, discover the world oldest Al Quarauiyine University, Bou Inania Medersa, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, Chouara Tannery, and Nejarrine Fountain. Wander at the magical beauty of the Medina of Fes while seeing its ramparts. You may also recommend seeing a ceramic or pottery workshop.
Get some rest at the hotel where to stay the night.
DAY 4: Fes _ Ifran _ Azrou _ Merzouga _ Erg Chebbi (Night in the Desert)
Today, on our Tangier imperial cities we will drive south to discover the beauty of the Middle Atlas Berber villages. On Tangier imperial cities tour 8 days, a stop at Ifran followed by a hike in Azrou Cedar forest where to see Barbary Monkeys. Continue for a lovely lunch at Midelt then drive right to Merzouga desert. As we approach the desert, the scenery will start changing while we pass by Ziz valley and Tizi Ntalghamt pass approaching Errachidia.
Merzouga desert is where to rest and carry the needed equipment for an overnight at the desert camp. The 32km long Erg Chebbi dunes can be reached by about 1h: 30 min camel trekking from Merzouga. Adventurous trekking will await you during the sunset. Experience the nomadic way of living with an enjoyable camp gathering and sleep in tents.
DAY 5: Merzouga – Todra Gorges –Kelaat M’guna “city of Roses” – Ouarzazate
The dunes light up with a golden color when the early sun rises over it. We will make sure to wake you up to see this spectacular view. We will camel trek back to take breakfast along with hot shower at Merzouga. Then, pass by Erfoud, Rissani, and Tinghir toward Todra Gorges. These milestone river canyons reflect amazing natural shaped gorges.
After that, proceed to Kelaat M’guna in order to visit the city of roses. It is where Roses co-operative Kasbahs found. You can then visit one of them to witness how cosmetic Rosewater and oil are manually made.
To stay the night; we will drive to Ouarzazate city.
DAY 6: Ouarzazate – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Tangier imperial cities tour 8 days start today with an early drive towards Marrakech. At first, we will visit Ouarzazate and Skura town passing by the road of thousand Kasbah which include panoramic views that you may want to capture it.
After a short stop at Skoura town ksurs & palm trees, we will arrive at Ouarzazate. Being a filming site of several Hollywood movies ( The Gladiator as an example) and where two film studios are located; it is called “The Hollywood of Africa”.
Lunch will be served at Kasbah AIT BEN HADDOU that is among the Unesco World preserved sites. The Kasbah is the largest in Morocco and has been once the palace of Marrakech Glaoui Pasha.
Finally, continue to wonder at argan oil cooperatives and panoramic views while passing by Tizi n Tichka famous pass and the high Atlas toward Marrakech. Stay a night at the hotel.
DAY 7: Marrakech Sightseeing
Today on Tangier imperial cities tour 8 days, you will explore one famous city among the four imperial cities of Morocco. The Red City or Marrakech contains several important historical sites that we will ensure you see them all. The beautiful garden Majorelle, Mosque Kutubia, Saadian tombs, as well as Bahia Palace.
Lunch will be at one of the restaurants at Jemaa El Fna square that is most famous for its leisure activities such as juggling, storytelling, musicians, hena women…
Finally, you can take some time if you wish to explore more in the city before returning to the hotel.
DAY 8: Private Airport Transfer
Tangier imperial cities tour 8 days ends today after a private transfer to your accommodation.
