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Private tour from north to south through Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fez, Erg Chebbi, the Dades Valley and Marrakech.<\/p>\n

100% customized.<\/strong> This is a suggested private itinerary. We can adapt the pick-up, pace, accommodation and visits to your arrival and departure times. <\/div>\n

Day-by-Day Itinerary<\/h2>\n
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Day 1<\/p>\n

Tangier \u2013 Tetouan \u2013 Chefchaouen<\/h3>\n

Upon your arrival, our driver who speaks your language will meet you at Tangier airport or port. We can also arrange pick-up from your accommodation if you are already in the city. We will travel in a private, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. <\/p>\n

If time allows, we will stop in Tetouan for a free walk through its white medina, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For late arrivals, this visit may be shortened or omitted to maintain a comfortable pace. <\/p>\n

We will then continue to Chefchaouen, where you will have free time to explore its blue streets, squares, craft shops and viewpoints. You will spend the night in a selected riad in the medina, with breakfast included and dinner at your leisure. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 2<\/p>\n

Chefchaouen \u2013 Volubilis \u2013 Meknes \u2013 Fez<\/h3>\n

After breakfast, we will leave the Rif Mountains and head to the archaeological site of Volubilis, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can freely explore its Roman ruins, mosaics, columns and the Arch of Caracalla. Entrance fees and any specialised guide are not included. <\/p>\n

We will continue to Meknes, one of Morocco\u2019s imperial cities. Depending on the schedule and available time, you can visit places such as Bab Mansour, El Hedim Square and the surroundings of the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Lunch will be at your leisure. <\/p>\n

In the afternoon, we will arrive in Fez. After dropping you off at the selected riad, you will have free time for a first walk. This will be the first of two nights in Fez, with breakfast included and dinner at your leisure. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 3<\/p>\n

Fes \u2013 Guided City Tour<\/h3>\n

After breakfast, you will meet an official local English-speaking guide to discover the historic medina of Fez, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n

Depending on the schedule and the pace of the group, the tour may include the Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, the exterior of Al Quaraouiyine, the souks, the tanners\u2019 quarter, the Mellah and the gates of the Royal Palace. Entrance fees are not included and are paid directly. <\/p>\n

The afternoon will be free to continue sightseeing, visit museums or shop for local crafts. You will return to the same riad for your second night in Fez, with breakfast included and dinner at your leisure. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 4<\/p>\n

Fes \u2013 Ifrane \u2013 Cedar Forest \u2013 Ziz Valley \u2013 Erfoud \u2013 Merzouga \u2013 Erg Chebbi<\/h3>\n

After breakfast, we will begin a long journey south. We will visit Ifrane and continue through the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas. When conditions allow, we may see Barbary macaques without feeding or disturbing them. <\/p>\n

We will cross the mountains and descend through the Ziz Valley, with viewpoints and palm groves along the way. We will pass through Erfoud, known for its fossils and stone workshops. Lunch will be at your leisure and visits to workshops will be optional. <\/p>\n

In the afternoon, we will arrive in Merzouga. A camel ride, normally one camel per person, will take you across Erg Chebbi at sunset to the camp. A 4×4 transfer may be requested in advance as an alternative, subject to the confirmed package. <\/p>\n

At the camp you will enjoy Berber tea, dinner and accommodation. The category of the tent and the availability of a private bathroom and shower will be specified in the quotation. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 5<\/p>\n

Merzouga \u2013 Rissani \u2013 Todra Gorges \u2013 Dades Valley<\/h3>\n

Those who wish may wake up early to watch the sunrise over Erg Chebbi. After breakfast and time to freshen up, we will return to Merzouga by camel or 4×4 to continue our journey by vehicle. <\/p>\n

When it coincides with a market day and the schedule allows, we may experience the traditional atmosphere of Rissani. We will then continue towards Tinghir and the Todra Gorges, where there will be time to walk between the high rocky walls. Lunch will be at your leisure. <\/p>\n

The route will continue through the Dades Valley and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. At the end of the afternoon, we will arrive at a selected riad or hotel in the valley, where dinner will be served and you will spend the night. Breakfast is also included. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 6<\/p>\n

Dades Valley \u2013 Valley of the Roses \u2013 Ouarzazate \u2013 Ait Ben Haddou \u2013 High Atlas \u2013 Marrakech<\/h3>\n

After breakfast, we will travel through the Dades Valley and the Valley of the Roses towards Ouarzazate. Depending on the schedule, we may see the Kasbah of Taourirt or optionally visit its interior; the entrance fee is paid directly. <\/p>\n

The next stop will be the ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, an adobe fortified village declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have time to walk through its narrow streets and enjoy the views. Lunch and entrance fees to paid areas will be at your own expense. <\/p>\n

In the afternoon, we will cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n\u2019Tichka Pass, at more than 2,200 metres above sea level, with panoramic stops when conditions allow. We will arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on traffic and weather. <\/p>\n

You will spend the first of two nights in a selected riad in Marrakech, with breakfast included and dinner at your leisure.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 7<\/p>\n

Marrakech \u2013 Guided City Tour<\/h3>\n

After breakfast, an official local English-speaking guide will accompany you during your visit to Marrakech. The tour may include the exterior of the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, the souks and Jemaa el-Fna Square. <\/p>\n

Entrance fees to museums and monuments are not included and are paid directly. The afternoon will be free to continue sightseeing, shop, discover gardens or enjoy the local cuisine. <\/p>\n

You will spend your second night in the same riad in Marrakech, with breakfast included and dinner at your leisure.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n

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Day 8<\/p>\n

Marrakech \u2013 Airport Transfer<\/h3>\n

After breakfast and check-out, the programme will be adapted to your flight schedule. If your departure is late, you can use your free time for last-minute shopping or a walk. <\/p>\n

Our driver will pick you up from the riad for the private transfer to Marrakech airport, allowing enough time for traffic and departure formalities.<\/p>\n

At the terminal, this eight-day tour from Tangier to Marrakech will come to an end. The Viajes Almoravid team will say goodbye and thank you for your trust. <\/p>\n<\/section>\n

Services Included<\/h2>\n
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  • Pick-up at Tangier Airport or Port and final transfer to Marrakech Airport<\/li>\n
  • Private, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle throughout the circuit<\/li>\n
  • Professional driver fluent in your language<\/li>\n
  • Assistance from Viajes Almoravid before and throughout the route<\/li>\n
  • One night in a selected riad in Chefchaouen, with breakfast<\/li>\n
  • Two nights in a selected riad in Fes, including breakfast<\/li>\n
  • One night in a selected camp in Merzouga, including dinner and breakfast<\/li>\n
  • One night in a selected riad or hotel in the Dades Valley, with dinner and breakfast<\/li>\n
  • Two nights in a selected riad in Marrakech, with breakfast<\/li>\n
  • Round-trip camel trek through Erg Chebbi, typically one per person<\/li>\n
  • 4×4 transfer available as an alternative to the camel trek when requested in advance and included in the package<\/li>\n
  • Official local English-speaking guides for the visits of Fez and Marrakech<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Services Not Included<\/h2>\n
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    • International flights and ferries<\/li>\n
    • Dinners in Chefchaouen, Fez and Marrakech<\/li>\n
    • Lunches and beverages<\/li>\n
    • Entrance fees to Volubilis, museums, monuments, kasbahs and optional visits<\/li>\n
    • Local guides not expressly indicated as included<\/li>\n
    • Tips and personal expenses<\/li>\n
    • Travel insurance, unless expressly indicated as included in the quote<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Would you like to customize this itinerary?<\/h2>\n

      Tell us your arrival and departure times, dates and number of travellers. We will prepare a personalised proposal with all services and the final price clearly confirmed. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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