18 Day Tour from Tangier: Complete Morocco
The most complete private tour of Morocco, from Tangier to Casablanca in 18 days. See the blue city of Chefchaouen, the capital Rabat and the historic medina of Fes, ride camels into the Sahara and sleep under the stars, discover Berber villages and the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, relax on the coast in Agadir and Essaouira, and finish in the souks of Marrakech and at Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque.
- Duration: 18 days, 17 nights
- Starts: Tangier. Ends: Casablanca
- Route: Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen → Rabat → Meknes → Volubilis → Fes → Midelt → Merzouga → Todra → Dades → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Taroudant → Agadir → Essaouira → Marrakech → Casablanca
- Comfort level: VIP, with luxury hotels, riads and a desert camp
- Price: from $2,200 per person (see Prices)
- Tour code: CM1817DT
Highlights
- Chefchaouen, the blue city of the Rif Mountains
- The old medina of Fes
- The Sahara Desert and the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa
- The Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
- Berber villages of the Atlas
- The beaches of Agadir and the calm, historic port of Essaouira
- Jemaa el-Fnaa square in Marrakech
- The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
Day by Day
Day 1: Arrival in Tangier
Welcome to Tangier, where Africa meets Europe. Explore the medina's whitewashed lanes, souks and cafés with Mediterranean views, then visit Cap Spartel, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, and the Hercules Caves.
Overnight in Tangier.
Day 2: Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen
Visit Tetouan's UNESCO-listed medina with its Andalusian heritage, then continue to Chefchaouen. Stroll the sky-blue alleys and walk up to the Spanish Mosque for sunset views over the town.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 3: Full Day in Chefchaouen
A guided tour of the medina, artisan shops and kasbah. In the afternoon, hike to the Akchour Waterfalls in the Rif Mountains, or explore the town at your own pace.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 4: Chefchaouen → Rabat
Drive south to Rabat, Morocco's capital. Visit the Hassan Tower and stroll through the Kasbah of the Udayas, a fortified citadel with ocean views.
Overnight in Rabat.
Day 5: Full Day in Rabat
Discover the Chellah Necropolis, where Roman and Islamic ruins meet lush gardens, drive past the Royal Palace and walk along the Bouregreg River with views of Rabat and Salé.
Overnight in Rabat.
Day 6: Rabat → Meknes → Volubilis → Fes
In Meknes, see the Bab Mansour gate and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Explore Volubilis, Morocco's best-preserved Roman site, then continue to Fes.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 7: Full Day in Fes
A guided tour of Fes el-Bali, with the Al Quaraouiyine University, the tanneries, medieval madrasas and artisan quarters, ending with a traditional Moroccan dinner.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 8: Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt
Head through the Middle Atlas via Ifrane ("Little Switzerland") and the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques, to the peaceful mountain town of Midelt.
Overnight in Midelt.
Day 9: Midelt → Ziz Valley → Erfoud → Rissani → Merzouga
Follow the Ziz Gorge and its palm oases, visit a fossil workshop in Erfoud and the market town of Rissani, then ride a camel at sunset across the Erg Chebbi dunes to a luxury desert camp.
Overnight in a Merzouga desert camp.
Day 10: Full Day in Merzouga
Sunrise over the dunes, then visit nomadic Berber families, hear Gnawa music in Khamlia and take a 4x4 tour to salt lakes and fossil beds. Choose a second night in the camp or a desert hotel.
Overnight in Merzouga.
Day 11: Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Skoura
Drive west to the red cliffs of the Todra Gorge, then the Dades Valley and its "Monkey Fingers" rock formations, arriving in the palm-filled Skoura oasis with its centuries-old kasbahs.
Overnight in Skoura.
Day 12: Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou
Visit the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate, then Ait Ben Haddou, perfect for sunset exploration and photography.
Overnight in Ait Ben Haddou.
Day 13: Ait Ben Haddou → Taroudant → Agadir
Cross the Anti-Atlas to Taroudant, a walled city called "Little Marrakech", then reach the coast at Agadir to relax on the beachfront promenade.
Overnight in Agadir.
Day 14: Agadir → Essaouira
A coastal drive north to Essaouira, with its UNESCO-listed medina, fishing port and the Skala de la Ville ramparts.
Overnight in Essaouira.
Day 15: Essaouira → Marrakech
Stop at a women's argan oil cooperative on the way to Marrakech, then experience the magic of Jemaa el-Fnaa square in the evening.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 16: Full Day in Marrakech
Visit the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs and the Majorelle Garden, shop the souks for spices, leather and pottery, and enjoy rooftop dining with city views.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 17: Marrakech → Casablanca
Travel to Casablanca to visit the Hassan II Mosque on the ocean's edge, followed by a farewell dinner.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 18: Departure from Casablanca
Transfer to Mohammed V Airport with rich memories of Morocco's colours, flavours and spirit.
This itinerary can be customised to suit you. For a shorter trip, see the 15-day tour from Casablanca.
Prices
Prices are per person for a private tour and depend on group size:
- 2 to 3 people: $3,350 per person
- 4 to 5 people: $2,730 per person
- 6 to 8 people: $2,520 per person
- 9 to 12 people: $2,380 per person
- 13 to 15 people: $2,200 per person
Ask for a quote for your dates
Included
- Private transport and fuel
- Expert local driver-guide
- Hotels with dinner and breakfast
- Desert camp with dinner and breakfast
- Camel ride in the Sahara
- Local guides in the cities
Not included: flights, lunches, entrance fees and tips.
Good to Know
- A full itinerary: this tour covers many cities with some long drives (for example Merzouga to the Dades Valley, or Agadir to Essaouira). Bring travel comforts and motion sickness remedies if you need them.
- Varied climate: you travel through coast, desert and mountains, so pack layers, a warm jacket for desert nights and sturdy shoes.
- Culture and walking: medinas and kasbahs involve uneven ground. Dress modestly at religious sites and ask before photographing people.
- Accommodation: a mix of hotels, riads and a desert camp; ask us about luxury tent upgrades. Wi-Fi can be limited in Chefchaouen and Skoura.
- Meals: breakfast and dinner are included; lunches are extra. Tell your driver about dietary needs in advance.
Reviews
"We just returned from an incredible 18-day luxury tour, starting in Tangier and ending in Casablanca. Our guide, Mustapha, was exceptional. As a group of 15 seniors, we found the tour perfectly suited for us, with comfortable, luxurious hotels and a magical desert camp." James, Canada
"Our 18-day tour of Morocco with Ali was unforgettable! Chefchaouen's blue streets, Fes's historic medina and the Sahara with a luxury camp, then Marrakech, Ouarzazate and Rabat. Great itinerary, excellent service and breathtaking landscapes!" Maria, United States
"My husband and I booked this tour for our honeymoon, and it was absolutely unforgettable! A highlight was our romantic night at a luxury desert camp. We couldn't have asked for a better honeymoon experience." Melanie, USA