17 Days Morocco Grand Tour

You should start your voyage from Casablanca which is Morocco’s second populous city and an economic hub of the country. After you land at Mohammed V Airport, it will only take you an hour or so to get to your hotel where a friendly driver will be waiting for you. After your activities in the day, relax and rest before you get to embrace the day ahead of you. If you come during the day do some sightseeing, try Moroccan food or just have a layover at your accommodation. Despite the fact that Casablanca is quite modern and at the same time quite historic – it seems to be the ideal place to begin the trip.
In the evening you could take a leisurely walk to the Ain Diab Corniche where a stunning view of the Atlantic coast and many that offers a lively buzz of the city. Whether enjoying a couscous dinner at the local restaurant or just walking and enjoying the sites, first day guarantees a pleasant introduction to your 17-Day Moroccan Grand Tour.

Following the breakfast touring, depart for Tangier, north of Rabat, this city full of historical and cultural value. Have a nice view along the Atlantic coast watching the beautiful sceneries and beautiful towns on the way. Starting with the visit at the Kasbah Museum where you ‘ll get to view some artifacts that tell so much about Tangier.
After that, spend your time in the Caves of Hercules is an incredible place where the mythological and picturesque top of the Mediterranean Sea are blended. Further to Cap Spartel the most northwesterly point of the African continent where the Atlantic and Mediterranean Seas borderline. Visit Tangier’s animated medina and discover the small streets, artisanal production, and souks. You should spend your evening taking a walk along the coast to see the end of daylight over the sea and then spend a night in the chosen place.

Wake up and have a Mouth watering breakfast before proceeding with the journey from Tangier to Chefchaouen known as the blue city council. On the way, make a short halt to Tetouan – one of the most scenic cities that has been named Andalus in the North due to its beautiful Andalusi Architecture and ornate with a UNESCO campated Medina. Take a walk in the Feddan Square in Tetouan and get to see Spanish-Moroccan architectural influence.
Visiting Chefchaouen, allow yourself to get entranced by the special atmosphere of the town. Stroll through the confusing narrow streets with blue paintings, brilliant store colors, and cafe. Visit Outa El Hammam Square and take a mint tea while gazing at Rif Mountains as you take a break. At the dusk it is suggested to spend some time on one of the city’s hills with a beautiful view and come night, it would be quite magical to stay a night in this lovely town.

Akchour Waterfalls are a natural oasis located in beautiful Rif Mountains, which is 40 minutes away by car from Chefchaouen after breakfast. Take on a silent walk on trails that have clear signs and lead to waterfalls and clear water ponds. Relax to get a glimpse of the view, make photographs, and enjoy a local lunch at one of the cafes by the river.
Back to Chefchaouen to spend the rest of the day at leisure wings at the afternoon return to the Hotel or Riad at evenings. Stroll anemic neighborhoods, try to buy souvenirs, or just stroll around or stay at your hotel. To get a great view of the city especially at evening, find a good place on the top of a hill to marvel at the beauty of Chefchaouen in the setting sun. Finally go to a nice hotel to spend the night in this calm town.

Bid the captivating Chefchaouen farewell as you drive toward the archaeological wonder that is Volubilis’ Roman Empire ruins. Although a part of it is still a ghost town today, visitors can stroll through its historic site and gawk at beautiful mosaics and gigantic columns. Take beautiful photographs of this UNESCO recognised site then proceed to Meknes one of Morocco’s Royal cities.
What to visit in Meknes: Bab Mansour Gate, Moulay Ismail’s Mausoleum, granaries of Meknes city. Next, head on to Fes and get there in the evening. Once arrived at your hotel, the rest of the day is free to have dinner and get ready for the next morning when a professional will take you on a walking sightseeing tour of Fes.

Wake up and stroll along Fes – Morocco’s spiritual and imperial city. Start your tour from the UNESCO world heritage site the medina packed with alleyways, souks, madrasas, and mosques of old. Tours of the Al-Qarawiyyin University remain among the most interesting; it is currently the oldest university in the world, and the construction is still more beautiful than it used to be.
Walk through the old mellah or jewish quarters of the city visiting the gateway to the King’s palace. They can visit the Chouara Tannery where the leather dyeing proces is clearly seen from an aerial platform. Your last historical site visit should be on the Andalusian Mosque after which you should proceed to enjoy an Andalusian specialty at an equally charming restaurant. Fes is such an extraordinary city with long history and splendid traditions that everyone will remember.

Head out of Fes and proceed through the Middle Atlas region; Ifrane, an area known as the “Switzerland of Africa” due to a differences in its construction style. On to Midelt, a quiet town surrounded by mountains which is perfect an ideal spot to have lunch.
Again, as you begin your descent into the Ziz Valley, there should be awe inspiring palm greenery and wonderful scenery. Get to Merzouga in the evening when the largest sand dunes in Morocco – Erg Chebbi is found. Ride a camel close to the desert scenery and be ready to capture the beautiful scene of the sunset in the desert. End with a Berber-style dinner then return to an adequately decorated comfortable camp in the middle of the shimmering Sahara stars.

Get up in the evening to see sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Following the breakfast at the camp transfer to Rissani, the ancient caravan trading center. Travel to the pulsating colourful souk where you can get everything from African made merchandise to spices. Read about the town and visit the Mausouleum of Moulay Ali Cherif – the eponymous founder of the Alloui dynasty.
Then, visit the Todra Valley, through which beautiful green palm groves reach the magnificent Todra Gorges. Have a look at the awesome tall cliffs that makes a natural superb beauty, great for hiking or for photo enthusiasts. Finish your day in the stunning Dades Valley overlooking the Mountains; the rock formations called the “Monkey Fingers”. Overnight in one of the beautifully designed hotels or guesthouse, and taste the wonderful Berber hospitality.

Have your breakfast main course while having the Dades Gorge view in the morning. Head south through Saghro Mountains then use the Tizi N’tazzazerte Pass. More so go through Nkoub, characterized by kasbah回 s and serene environment. This route provides an opportunity to photograph the beautiful country of Morocco and to witness the richness in its geological terrains.
Upon your arrival in Zagora considered to be the ‘Door to the Desert,’ you will be checked into your lodge or hotel. Probably, you will have much free time to walk around this small desert town, to examine local markets or just spend the evening watching stars. The beauty of Zagora and its desert atmosphere give a nice end touch of the day’s exploring.

The next activity is to move deeper into the empty desert, first to Tamgrout after breakfasting. Here to visit the ancient Quranic library and to watch green pottery for which this area is famous. On to another attractive location – the Saharan village of M’hamid, the last of the oases before the desert.
Take an off-road car drive from M’hamid and head for Erg Chegaga – the highest dunes. Experience the sun setting and painting the desert sand before you go on camel riding. In the evening, spend the night in opulent traditional Berber desert camp photographing the stars while feasting on delicious dinner. Attend live music and dance as storytellers take you through the night as you unwind in a cozy tent at night.

Great Time, For the best experiences you might need to bike for the whole day in the middle of the desert. Start the day with the sunrise camel riding trips and after that have breakfast in the middle of dune. Take a 4-wheel drive trip to visit some of the great oases, fossilized zones, and fall in love with the seemingly endless wilderness of the Sahara.
Go to one nomad family and listen to their stories about living in their traditional manner, followed by lunch with pick nick under a tree. You can again chase the dunes with your sandboards or take long strolls around the camp or just relax. Later in evening, ponder on the day had been made while indulging another night in the Berber-style shacks at the backdrop of stars at night.

Get up early enough to enjoy the spectacular sun-rise in the desert for the last time. Returning through the scenically superb rocky desert, there is an organized program to start traveling back after breakfast to the picturesque Draa valley. Contrary to the modern centers of Marrakech such as bustling markets or crowded streets, the valley of palms and numerous antique kasbahs allows enjoying an opportunity of admiring numerous sights and driving with an incredible фотo camera in a calm and relaxed manner.
Upon arrival go to the town of Agdez, which is small and charming and situated in the middle of the Draa Valley. Get to Tindouf and take a tour of the historic structure that is the Tamnougalt Kasbah and take a nice leisurely walk around the palm groves. Spend the day feasting on a home cooked lunch with a local family and in the evening you will find yourself relaxing in our quaint, country stay amidst the beautiful valley scenery.

Start your day taking a breakfast in the Draa valley and after that go towards the city known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” – Ouarzazate. During it, cross the amazing Tizi N’tnifift Pass, that provides great opportunities to make a fantastic view of the rocks. When getting to Ouarzazate, tourists should definitely visit the Atlas Film Studios where many popular films were shot.
After that proceed to Ait Benhaddou which is a historical Kasbah and now a UNESCO world heritage sighted and one of the most popular attractions in Morocco. Stroll through cobblestone pathways, visit its primitive ochre structures and being to appreciate the beautiful scenery on the hilltop. After that, you should take your time and visit this beautiful cinema, and then taste the special Moroccan dinner, spend the night in one of the guest-house located nearby making a deserved rest in this quiet and ancient place.

Drive after breakfast leaving behind the movies Ait Benhaddou and follow the picturesque road through theHigh Atlas Mountains past Berber villages and cultivated terraced fields. There is also much to enjoy the landscape and take photographs of the scenes along the lake during the journey.
Get to Tislday Village and you are in a world surrounded by culture and true Berber life. Here has a homemade meal with a family which will afford you a rare glimpse into their way of life as they prepare and share their meal. Take a leisurely walk in the village and the wonderful countryside as well as chat with the friendly those that people that live there. At night, spend the night in traditional guesthouse, and enjoy another wonderful dinner as well as appreciation of countryside Moroccan style.

Wake up early to take your large breakfast before proceeding with your trip in High Atlas Mountain. Climb across Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the most famous pass of Morocco with magnificent view of hills and valleys. Take short breaks and use a chance to take best photos of destinations and beautiful scenery.
Here you need to come in Marrakech, filled the atmosphere of an oriental city is warm. Marrakech has a lot to offer and once you arrive, you can check-in at the hotel and go marvel at the Jemaa el-Fnaa square where people perform arts, food is sold and numerous souks can be found. Spite the early evening walk, have an early dinner at any restaurant or your hotel in preparation for the next day tour of Marrakech.

End your trip in Marrakech with a professional tour of the city’s most famous attractions. See the great Koutubioul Mosque, the beautiful stag Baird and the peaceful Majorelle Garden. Stroll through fruit and vegetable markets, complex of narrow streets with full of various shops with gorgeous clothing and jewelry and essential oils.
It is time for lunch after the tour plus your driver will then take you back to Marrakech Menara Airport or Casablanca’s Mohammed V Airport for departure. Take the time to reminisce of the wonderful moments you had on 17 exciting days discovering Morocco and its people, art and stunning terrains.