14 Day Tangier, Chefchaouen, Imperial Cities & Asilah Tour

Tangier, Morcocco

Overview

This private Morocco tour is suited to travellers with no interest in visiting the desert, who instead prefer to focus on the varied culture, character, and history of the four imperial cities of Morocco. This tour offers you Moroccan cities steeped in history, with the chance to explore the north and south of Morocco, including the majestic northern coast. If you’re interested in our Morocco tours but you aren’t starting off from Tangier, our Casablanca tours and our Marrakech tours may be of interest to you.

Description

This is a non-desert inclusive tour and it can be customised if you need to shorten or extend your stay. Our extensive ‘Gateway to Africa’ tour offers you a packed itinerary balanced with days of relaxation to allow you to absorb the changing culture, varied experiences, historic sites, and views on offer throughout Morocco.

From Tangier, you visit all four of Morocco’s imperial cities, Meknes, Fes, Marrakech, and Rabat, in addition to Chefchaouen the ‘Blue Pearl’ in Morocco’s crown. You also visit the contemporary city Casablanca and the beautiful coastal town of Asilah before returning to Tangier. This is the perfect Morocco tour for anyone who prefers history, culture, and architecture to Morocco’s natural desert beauty. However, if you prefer the wilder side of things, make sure to check out our Northern Nomad’s Morocco tour and our Marrakech deluxe desert tour!

Despite not visiting the desert, you will find it easy to imagine the great Saharan camel caravans entering the city gates of Marrakech, or sultans holding court in all the splendid city palaces, and historic battles raging outside the Medinas.

Enjoy the atmospheric accommodation, city ventures, and a spectacular mountain road trip journeying from the north to south. Countless cultural experiences await you on this incredible Morocco tour from Tangier.

Highlights

Explore the faded Charm of Tangier, the City of Writers
Chefchaouen the ‘Blue Pearl’ of Morocco
Imperial cities of Fez, Marrakesh, Meknes, and Rabat
The pink-walled city of Marrakech
Gateways into ancient medinas
Colours & fragrances of Morocco’s exotic markets & souks
Mosaiced Hassan 11 Mosque & ocean views
Blue-washed coastal town of Asilah
Historic & contemporary colour-saturated gardens
A memorable north-to-south road trip

Included

Private Moroccan multi-lingual driver 14 days
Port or airport transfers
Private A/C 4×4 vehicle & fuel
Private guide fee in Fes
Private guide fee in Meknes
Private guide fee in Marrakech
Private guide fee in Rabat
All accommodation
All breakfasts
9 dinners

Excluded

Flights
Lunches
Dinners on the following days: 4 –9 –10 – 13
Optional hammam (bath/sauna) experience
Optional cooking class
Optional hiking guide fee
Entrance fees
Personal drinks & snacks
Gratuities

Tour Plan

Day 1: Arrival Tangier.

Welcome, Mrehba!

Airport or Port transfer to atmospheric accommodation.
Today will be determined by your arrival time.
1 Overnight Accommodation Tangier Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 2: Day Tour of Tangier.

Gateway To North Africa.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Meet with local private Tangier Guide to explore the city.
Tour the Medina following the scents of the spice souks.
Visit rock the Kasbah Tangier with its warren of atmospheric alleys.
Picnic lunch from stalls piled with hot bread, dates, cheese & fruits.
Wander the Museum of Moroccan Arts housed in a former Sultans palace.
Sip on Moroccan Mint Tea in the infamous Café Hafa with ocean views.
1 Overnight Accommodation Tangier Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 3: Tangier To Chefchaouen.

Atlantic & Blue Mountain Town.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Viewing of Caves of Hercules high above the Atlantic beach.
Visit the beautifully poised Moorish town of Tetouan.
Exploration of Tetouan’s Medina the most unchanged in Morocco.
Traditional Moroccan lunch in Tetouan.
Photograph & refreshment stops as you like.
Arriving Chefchaouen approx mid/late afternoon.
Explore beautiful blue washed Chefchaeoun by foot.
1 Overnight Accommodation Chefchaouen Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 4: Chefchaouen & Cascades d’ Akchour.

Picture Perfect Views.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Optional scenic 1hr drive to meet with hiking Guide for a trek to cascades.
Lunch in an area of natural mountain beauty at Cascades d’ Akchour.
Photograph & refreshment stops as you like.
Return to Chefchaouen after lunch.
Relaxing afternoon in Chefchaouen immersing yourself in all things blue.
Alternatively, you may prefer a free day of relaxation in Chefchaouen.
We haven’t included dinner tonight should you wish to visit a local eatery.
1 Overnight Accommodation Chefchaouen Including Breakfast Only.

Day 5: Chefchaouen To Imperial City Of Meknes.

Where Once Emperors & Sultans Ruled.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
A journey toward the 1st Imperial city of the tour.
On route visit, the mosaiced Roman remains of Volubilis.
Exploration on foot of the sacred hilltop town of Moulay Idriss.
Lunch in Moulay Idriss.
Photograph & refreshment stops as you like.
Arriving Meknes approx late afternoon.
1 Overnight Accommodation Meknes Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 6: Day Tour Of Meknes & Meknes To Imperial City Of Fes.

Historic Imperial Sites & Hues.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Meet with local private Meknes Guide to explore the city.
Gasp at the beauty of the ornate Dar Jemai Museum & lush gardens.
Be dazzled by the mosaic work at Mausoleum Moulay Ismail.
Stand in awe at the once opulent ancient Royal Stables & Granary.
Lunch in Meknes.
Photograph & refreshment stops as you like.
Arriving Fes approx late afternoon / early evening.
1 Overnight Accommodation Fes Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 7: Fes Day Tour.

Archaic Imperial City.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Meet with local private Fes Guide to explore your 2nd Imperial city.
Marvel at the oldest University complex in the world at Al Quaraouiyine Mosque.
Wander through the heavenly Bou Inania Madrasa.
Lunch in bustling Fes.
Follow your nose to the medieval open-air tanneries and dye vats.
Jostle between the mules and the artisan workshops within the Medina.
Visit the time forgotten souks.
We return to your accommodation approx late afternoon.
An optional early evening visit to a hammam.
1 Overnight Accommodation Fes Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 8: Fes To Imperial City Of Marrakech.

Fairy-Tale Marrakech.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Visit the Berber mountain village of Azrou.
Lunch on the route.
A brief visit to Kasbah Tadla before continuing our mountain descent.
Photograph & refreshment stops as you like.
Arriving Marrakech approx early evening.
Alternatively, you can choose to take the slightly shorter motorway route from Fes.
Arriving Marrakech approx late afternoon.
1 Overnight Accommodation Marrakech Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 9: Relaxing Free Morning & 1/2 Day Tour Marrakech.

Artisan Sites & UNESCO Medina.

We meet with you at your accommodation mid-day.
Meet with local private Marrakech Guide to explore your 3rd Imperial city.
Take an admirative walk around the Koutoubia Mosque.
Cameras at the ready at the ornate Saadian Tombs.
Explore the highly decorative nooks & crannies of Ben Youssef Madrasa.
Lunch in the iconic Jemaa el fnaa square.
Indulge your senses at beautiful Bahia Palace & Sultans Hareem.
Wander the atmospheric Medina and Souks.
We return to your accommodation approx early evening.
We haven’t included dinner tonight should you wish to visit a city eatery.
1 Overnight Accommodation Marrakech Including Breakfast Only.

Day 10: Optional Tagine Cooking Class & Marrakech Garden Day.

Spices, Mint Tea & Roses.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Short drive to the Amal Cooking School & Garden.
Relaxing lunch at Amal.
Short drive to Yves St Laurent Museum & Majorelle Gardens.
Afternoon refreshments in Majorelle courtyard café.
Indulge your senses yet again in Le Jardin Secret within the Medina.
We return to your accommodation approx late afternoon.
We haven’t included dinner tonight should you wish to visit a city eatery.
1 Overnight Accommodation Marrakech Including Breakfast Only.

Day 11: Marrakech to Casablanca.

Heavenly Mosques & Call To Prayer.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
lunch on arrival in Casablanca on the Corniche Boulevard overlooking the Atlantic.
Take in the wow factor of exploring both the outer and interior of the Hassan 11 Mosque.
We arrive at your accommodation Casablanca late afternoon.
1 Overnight Accommodation Casablanca Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 12: Casablanca To Imperial City Of Rabat & Asilah.

Royal Routes To The Ocean.

We meet with you at your accommodation after breakfast.
Meet with local private Guide for a brief walking tour of your 4th Imperial city.
Visit the iconic Hassan Tower.
Relaxed guided walk of the atmospheric Kasbah Oudayas.
Beautiful coastal drive to the artisan town of Asiliah after lunch.
Photograph & refreshment stops as you like.
We arrive at your accommodation approx mid /late afternoon.
1 Overnight Accommodation Asilah Including Dinner & Breakfast.

Day 13: Asilah.

Free As A Seabird.

Free day of relaxation in atmospheric and colourful Asilah.
Explore the Medina with murals painted by artists from around the world.
Picture perfect views of the Medina & ocean.
Feel history unfold at the Medieval Skalla Fortress.
We haven’t included dinner tonight should you wish to visit a local eatery.
1 Overnight Accommodation Asilah Including Breakfast Only

Day 14: Departure Asilah To Tangier.

Airport or Port Transfer.
Allow 1hr 30mins for your transfers.
In addition, arrive min 2hrs 30mins prior to your flight or boat departure.
Today will be determined by your departure time.
We say our Goodbyes, Bislema!

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