1 Week Morocco itinerary from Tanger. This tour of 7 Days will take you from the bride city of the North (Tanger) to the blue pearl of Morocco (Chefchaouen), Next to the Oldest city in the world (Fes) From there to Sahara Desert for a remarkable moment filled with lovely emotions from trekking by camel until spending a super night in a desert camp locating at the heart of the desert. The 7 Days will still amaze you that’s by Visiting the two beautiful gorges of (Dades & Todgha). Also you will have the opportunity to visit Ait ben Haddou Kasbah and Ouarzazate. Finally end your Moroccan trip in Marrakech.
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In the First Day of your 1 Week Morocco Itinerary. One of our professional drivers from Morocco Private Itinerary will welcome you at the international airport of Tanger. And pickup you heading to the city center for Visiting the Hercule’s Cave, Cup Spartel and the Old medina for a memorable wander. Next we head to Chefchaouen, the famous “Blue City” or called the blue pearl as well. Upon arrival the blue painted town of Chefchaouen you will be dropped off in your Riad for leaving the luggage and then feel free to wander around the city to explore the picturesque, blue-washed streets. Overnight stay in a Lovely Riad.
Today after a northern breakfast we leave the blue land onward journey to mesmerizing land of Roman Ruins nestled in Volubilis area. Feel free to discover the hidden gems of this enchanting landmark after paying a ticket’s cost. Hiring a local guide to more understand the history is highly advised. After The Roman Ruins’s Visit Meknes come on the background, we will be spending some time in Meknes in order to explore it’s incredibly Gems such as Bab el Mansour, Hri Souani, Sahrij Souani, and the Great Qara Prison. Take also the chance to see the Moulay Ismail’s Mausoleum the builder of Meknes city which his grave locates just few meters from Qara prison! There Afterwards continue to Fes for spending the rest of the day relaxing in a lovely Riad.
Today get ready to dive into a city full of History. After a typical breakfast in your traditional Riad. Start with your local guide Exploring the medieval medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Attarine Madrasa, and Nejjarine Museum. Discover the tanneries and traditional artisan workshops. A well as the University of Al Quaraouiyine, the oldest continuously operating university in the world. Finally Wander in the Mellah (Jewish Quarter). In the afternoon drive you back to the Riad for Overnight stay.
Say bye to the scientific city of Fes and Depart to Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Stop at the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains and Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland.” Also stop in the Cedar Forest to enjoy a break with Barbary Macaques (Donkeys) which feeding them is totally allowed. From there to Midelt then Zaida for a barbecue lunch. last stop in handled in Ziz Valley a great and amazing overlooking panorama. Next, we continue to Merzouga where you will be embarking on a camel ride into the vast desert. On the top of a sand dune give yourself some time to get immersed in stunning view of the sunset. At night make sure to enjoy a traditional Berber dinner at your desert camp. Spend the night under the stars in a desert tent.
Today After breakfast we start an exploration day around Merzouga Village as we visit first the Nomads who lives behind the erg Chebbi dunes and spend some time in their handwoven tent enjoying a tea glass. Afterwards head to Mefiss where many mines found from the period of French colonialism. Feel free to walk around and discover how locals extract eyeliner from 200 meters underground! Thereafter continue to Khamila a village built by black-skinned people who have emigrated from Mali, Senegal, … The village is famous by Gnawa music which is played by locals. Next Lunch in a local restaurant specialized in pizza Berber. At the end of the day we transfer you to the hotel for continuing the rest of the day in the swimming pool.
Today we leave the Sahara Desert after Having an unforgettable experiences that will definitely last in your memory forever. Have Breakfast and climb the small dunes in front of your hotel for the last time. Afterwards we head the road To Boumalne Dades but with several stops along the way as we make Errisani city as the first stop it’s a historic town that was once the capital of the Tafilalt region as well as its the Alaouite family’s original. Get to discover the souk which mean Market here you will mention that locals sell everything that can be sold. Moreover, move to Todgha Gorge one of Morocco’s most breathtaking natural wonders. Here in the gorge take the chance to explore and to appreciate this stunning canyon carved by the Todgha River. Marvel at the towering cliffs that rise up to 300 meters high and enjoy a leisurely walk along the riverbank. After a wander along the river, we continue our way to Dades for the overnight stay.
Today after breakfast we pay a short visit to the charming Dades Gorge which locates in between fascinating Huge Mountains and stunning Curves of Tissadrin. After spending some few minutes at the gorge, we leave Boumalne Dades and head towards Kalaat M’Agouna where a panoramic view of the Rose Valley locates. Here feel free to visit one of the Women’s cooperatives in order to see how those local women works to earn a living and to fight unemployment. Afterwards we continue to Marrakech via the fabulous city of Ouarzazate known as the Hollywood of Africa and the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Feel free to take some memorable photos in front of the Taourirt Kasbah before we head to the Ait ben Haddou Kasbah.
Ones we are in Ait ben Haddou Take your time to stroll all around each corner and each room to see and to discover this fortified landmark which stands up for several years or even centuries. Explore the small streets and mud-brick buildings of this historic ksar where hundreds of films have shot! such as the mummy, Gladiator, Game of Thrones and many other incredibly movies. Thereafter we leave The Kasbah heading to Marrakech through Tizi N’Tichka Pass a linking point between Marrakech and Ouarzazate. Here gets ready to be fascinated with the stunning panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains. In Late afternoon we reach our destination Marrakech. We will directly transfer you to your accommodation or to the Airport of Marrakech where the 1 Week Morocco Itinerary comes to an end.
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