tour por Marruecos 12 dias, tanger al desierto

Day 1: Tangier – Asilah
In the morning we start our Morocco tour to Asilah, sometimes called the pearl of Morocco, is a small port city located on the Atlantic coast, about 50 km south of Tangier.

Asilah is not yet invaded by tourism and yet, when you visit the city, you feel the tourist potential of Asilah: authenticity, beautiful beaches nearby, a beautiful and artistic medina, ramparts over the ocean… A mixture of Essaouira, the Cyclades or Andalusia, the charm of Asilah is undeniable! It is a real pleasure to get lost in the narrow streets of the medina to visit Asilah.

Day 2: Asilah – Tetouan – Chefchaouen
After breakfast, we will leave the city of Asilah and head towards Chefchaouen or Chaouen as many call it, is a small town nestled in the mountains of northeastern Morocco that offers a most magical Mediterranean setting. It is a place with mythical blue whitewashed corridors and an authentic and cozy atmosphere. This city is a balm for the exhausted traveler, a muse for the passionate photographer and a jewel for the adventurer eager to discover. A destination where you can take the time to let yourself go and calmly enjoy the cultural diversity of northern Morocco, very different from the rest of the country.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes
On the third day of the Morocco tour, we leave the blue pearl of Chechaouen and head to Meknes via Volubilis. On the way we will visit the well preserved Roman ruins of Volubilis. We will also see the panorama of Moulay Idriss, the holy city near the city of Meknes, we will arrive in Meknes city is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. The city of Meknes is located in the middle of a fertile agricultural area characterized by the presence of a large number of olive trees, many of which are exploited to press and extract oil. Meknes olive oil is famous for its quality.

Day 4: Meknes – Fez
On this day you have the morning free in Meknes, one of the imperial cities in Morocco. In the afternoon we leave for the city of Fez.

Day 5: Fez – Exploring the city
Fez is mainly known for its fortified medina, Fez El Bali. It is in the heart of this city within the city that the treasures of heritage are hidden. Among the bustling souks and fondouks, which contain wonderful handicrafts, the visitor is promised a bewildering festival of colors and smells. The old town – the medina – is also home to religious schools dating back to the 14th century, whose architecture is well worth a visit.

Fez is, without a doubt, a great city to stroll around. Fez El Bali has the largest car-free zone in the world. And when travelers want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the souks, they can stroll through the green hills surrounding the city. It is here, on the heights, where the tombs of the last Marinid sultans are located.

Day 6: Fes – Ifran – Azrou – Erfoud – Erg chebbi Desert
This day will be longer than the others. In the morning we will leave Fes and head towards the desert through many places on the way, the first stop will be in Ifrane, the “Moroccan Switzerland” for its residential architecture, then, in the forest of Azrou, we will take pictures with the monkeys and enjoy the nature of that place. We will cross the valley and the Garganas de Ziz that will lead us to Erfoud, famous for its fossils. Finally, we will reach the desert. Overnight in hotel.

Day 7: Desert – Nomads – Overnight in campsites
This day will be full of adventures and experiences, it will be entirely in the desert. After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we will leave to discover Erg Chebbi, where we will have a visit of the nomads, exploring their daily activities, their life in general. We will return to the village of khamlia who are originated Mali, with them we will enjoy spiritual music of Gnawa. After lunch and relax, we head towards erg znaigue where we find the camels that will move towards the camp. Overnight in the desert under the stars.

Day 8: Merzouga Desert – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges
On the 8th day of Morocco tour, wake up early to see the sunrise and walk in the dunes near the camp. After a delicious breakfast in the desert, we make our journey to Rissani visiting its market, which will grant the largest market in this area. We will pass through many magical places and the palm grove of tinghir, we will arrive at one of the most visited places in morocco, the gorges of toudgha, where we will have lunch. In the afternoon we leave for Boumalen Dades where we will have our accommodation.

Day 9: Dades Gorges – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzzate
After breakfast, we will leave the Dades Gorges. We will pass through the valleys of Roses, Magouna Castle. We will visit the Kasbah of Amridel to Ouarzazate where we will have lunch. In the afternoon, we will take the road from Marrakech through the Tizi-Nechka pass (2260 m) to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. This magnificent fortified city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most famous kasbahs in the Kingdom. We will arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon.

Day 10: Ouarzzate – Essaouira
After breakfast, we will leave for Essaouira is a pearl. A delicate and precious white pearl with blue reflections, protected from the swirling ocean by the shell of a crimson parapet. A UNESCO World Heritage site, formerly known as Mogador (the name derives from the Phoenician word “migdol,” meaning “small castle”), Essaouira is a mid-18th century fortified town surrounded by a Vauban-style wall. In the maze of colorful narrow streets you will discover many restaurants and traditional stores.

Day 11: Essaouira – Marrakech
Free day in Essaouira, enjoying the beauty of the city, the sea and the beach. In the afternoon we will go to Marrakech for the night. Overnight in riad.

Day 12: Marrakech – Exploring the Red City
The city alone could justify a few days of exploration: dating back to the 11th century, it is walled, dotted with sloping roofs over its shady central courtyard and protected by Marrakech’s unique souks, with hundreds of artisan stores and restaurants working amidst the noise. of the crowds and the smell of spices. You will enter after a walk through Jemaa El-Fna, and you can visit the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace and others. Guéliz and Hivernage are modern areas where you will find many hotels and luxury stores.