Tour Marruecos 11 Días | Marrakech Desierto y el Norte

11-day, 10-night tour to discover the charm of Morocco

Want to truly experience Morocco? This is one of our most comprehensive itineraries. For 11 days and 10 nights, we'll travel the length and breadth of the country on a circular route that combines adventure, history, and relaxation. From the bustle of Marrakech to the tranquility of the Sahara, passing through the Atlantic coast and the hidden gems of the north. We'll take our time, covering the Kingdom's most iconic landmarks. This trip is designed for those who want to experience culture, desert, city, and mountains firsthand, all in one unforgettable adventure.

Itinerary:

DAY 1: MENARA AIRPORT - MARRAKECH

Welcome at the airport and transfer to our charming Riad. Just a 5-minute walk away is the enigmatic Jemaa el-Fna Square, a famous meeting point in Marrakech with an incomparable atmosphere: snake charmers, dancers, storytellers, fortune tellers. Stroll through the Square and have dinner at one of the many stalls selling typical Moroccan food.

Accommodation in https://riadpapillon.com/

DAY 2: VISIT THE CITY OF MARRAKECH

After breakfast, we will have a guided tour of Marrakech, starting with the Koutoubia Mosque (13th century), sister to the Giralda of Seville. This splendid and harmonious structure is now the beacon and spiritual center of Marrakech. We will continue to the Saadian Tombs (16th century), where the central vault of Carrara marble is particularly noteworthy. Afterwards, we will visit the Bahia Palace (16th century), an example of aristocratic life in the Muslim Middle Ages, and where the Hall of Ambassadors, with its cedarwood ceiling, is especially remarkable. On foot, we will head to Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (the tour begins around 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM). The afternoon is free. Overnight stay at a hotel in Marrakech. https://riadpapillon.com/fr

DAY 3: MARRAKECH - HIGH ATLAS - OUARZAZATE - THE DADES GORGES

Departure from Marrakech via the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass, where we will cross the Atlas Mountains, making stops to enjoy the magnificent views along the route and to rest or take photos whenever you like. We will continue on to Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most spectacular fortresses in southern Morocco, which you will have the opportunity to visit. It is iconic because several international films such as Oblivion, Gladiator, and Sahara were filmed there. We will then proceed to Ouarzazate, the film capital of Morocco, and continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. From here, we will take a track through which you will have the opportunity to appreciate the tranquility of the mountains inhabited by Berber nomads. Overnight in the heart of the Dades Gorges. Accommodation in: https://riadgabsidades.com/

DAY 4: DADES GORGES - TODRA GORGES - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA

After breakfast, we'll head towards the desert via one of Morocco's most spectacular sites, the Todra Gorge. It's an ideal place for hiking and exploring. We'll continue to Merzouga where you'll ride camels to reach a nomadic tent in the middle of the dunes, where you'll spend the night. Accommodation in: https://orient-desertcamp.com/

DAY 5: DESERT – VISIT TO THE NOMADS – DESERT

Sunrise over the sea of dunes. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga, and from there visit Khamlia, a village known for its inhabitants' descendants of the ancient slave trade from Sudan. They are excellent musicians, and art is their way of life. Enjoy a short Gnawa music concert with them. Return to our 4x4 to travel along one of the tracks used in the Paris-Dakar Rally, visiting the Khol mines and the remains of a French and Berber village. We will stop to admire the panoramic expanse of the Erg Chebbi desert. We will meet desert nomads in a settled lifestyle, with whom we can share tea and learn more about their way of life. Return to the hotel. Free afternoon. Overnight at the desert hotel
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DAY 6: DESERT – ARFOUD – FEZ

After breakfast, we will head towards the desert, passing through the cedar forest, the Midelt pass, the Errachidia reservoir, the magnificent panorama of the Ziz Valley, and the city of Erfoud (the gateway to the desert). Then we will continue along the track at night to reach the Erg Chebbi dunes. We will return to the hotel so you can rest. Overnight at the Kasbah Hotel (dinner and breakfast included). https://riadfezmahal.com/

DAY 7: FEZ - CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast, we'll take a guided tour of Fez with a local guide, focusing on its medina and the artisans' quarter, particularly the tanneries. Fez is the oldest of the imperial cities and the spiritual center of the country. We begin with a panoramic view from one of the surrounding hills. We then head towards the Royal Palace with its monumental bronze gates. We'll cross the Mellah, or Jewish quarter, to enter the medina and explore its streets on foot. We'll visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss and a Medersa (mediterranean chapel). We'll continue our tour through the artisans' quarter, where the tanneries are a highlight. After lunch, we depart from Fez for the small blue fortress city of Chefchaouen. Its buildings and houses are painted blue and white, making it one of the most beautiful towns in the Rif Mountains. You'll have free time to explore Chefchaouen on your own. We'll spend the night in a local riad in the medina.

DAY 8: CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast, you'll have the day free to explore Uta el-Hammam Square (the heart of the city and the perfect place for lunch), the Grand Mosque (with its striking octagonal tower), and the Kasbah (which houses a garden, a museum, and an art gallery). Leaving the medina, the most famous spot is the Ras El-Maa waterfall, where the sound of the water and the verdant hills offer a refreshing respite from the cold. Continuing your walk will reward you with a beautiful panoramic view of the city.

DAY 9: CHEFCHAOUEN – RABAT

After breakfast, departure for Rabat to visit the political and administrative capital. Visit the mausoleum, this prestigious building erected in memory of His Majesty Mohammed V, made of white marble, cedar wood, and adorned with chiseled bronze; the Hassan Mosque and Tower, with its 200 columns and minaret, crafted from beautiful pink stone. Visit the avenues and grounds occupied by the Royal Palace. Arrival at the hotel in the afternoon. https://www.riad-zyo.com/

DAY 10: RABAT-CASABLANCA- MARRAKECH
Departure for Marrakech. Passing through Casablanca, upon arrival the city tour will begin. Visit the famous and monumental Hassan II Mosque. Optionally, you can visit the interior of the Hassan Mosque. After lunch, continue to Marrakech (free afternoon). Overnight in a Riad with breakfast. https://www.riad-zyo.com/

DAY 11MARRAKECH - AIRPORT

After breakfast, and depending on your flight departure time, transfer to the airport. End of our services.

INCLUDES :

3 Nights in Marrakech in a Riad with breakfast
1 Night in Rabat in a Riad with breakfast
2 Nights in the Blue City in a Riad with breakfast
1 Night in Fez in a Riad with breakfast
1 night in a desert tent with half board (breakfast and dinner)
1 night in a hotel in Merzouga with half board
1 night in Dades in a hotel with half board
Visit to the cities of Fez and Marrakech with a local guide
Tourist transport
Camel ride
4x4 ride in the desert

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Flights
Meals not listed in the program
drinks
Any other additional or personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, tips, or entrance fees to attractions or monuments.

TOUR PRICE:

1280 Euros per person with accommodation in a double or triple room.

1580 Euros per person with accommodation in a single room

Minimum 2 people required for the tour. (The price varies during peak season, which is from December 20th to January 10th, during Holy Week, and the months of April and October))

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