10 Days Imperial Tour from Fes to Tangier

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN FES (35 min drive)

Your 10 Day Tour begins with a pick-up from Fes airport and a private transfer to your riad. The rest of the day is free to relax.

DAY 2: GUIDED TOUR SIGHTSEEING FES (30 min drive / 2–3 hours walking tour)

After breakfast, you explore the highlights of the city with a local guide. Fes is considered one of the imperial cities, as well as the cultural and religious centre of Morocco.

You meet up with the local guide and start the day by visiting the Royal Palace gate, then drive through the Jewish quarter, also known as “the Mellah,” and continue to an ancient fortress for a panoramic view of the Medina and the city of Fes.

Then you enter the well-preserved medieval Medina, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You visit the Blue Gate, or Bab Boujloud, the entrance to the old Medina. You enter the Medina with a local guide (walking tour), visiting the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Nejjarine fountain, and the tanneries, and finally the Al Quaraouiyine mosque and university, the oldest university in the world.

Finally, you meet up with your driver in the afternoon and return to your riad. Free afternoon.

DAY 3: FES – IFRANE – CEDAR FOREST – MIDELT – ZIZ VALLEY – MERZOUGA SAHARA (7 hours drive)

After a warm breakfast, you drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane. The city is famous for its low temperatures, snow, and alpine-style houses — no wonder it’s called the Switzerland of Morocco. Then you continue to the cedar forest, home to the Barbary macaques; feel free to feed them as you wander among the trees. Later, you continue to Midelt, where you have free time for lunch. Then you drive to Merzouga through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass and along the Ziz Valley, with stops for panoramic views along the way.

In the afternoon you reach the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Then you switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. You make a stop atop a high dune to enjoy the sunset. Finally, you continue to the desert camp, which combines the traditional tents of the nomads with the luxury of a hotel, where you can enjoy Berber drum music while dancing around the campfire beneath a vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight in the camp.

DAY 4: MERZOUGA SAHARA – RISSANI – ERFOUD – TODRA GORGES – DADES VALLEY (5 hours drive)

After breakfast, you leave the desert to visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet and still a major trading centre in the region, with a large souk that’s lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.

After a stroll through the Rissani souk, you continue to Erfoud, where you visit one of the fossilised-marble workshops. Then you drive through the Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves to reach the Todra Gorges, where the course of the Todra River has carved a grand canyon through the mountains, forming a high red cliff-sided canyon — an ideal place for rock climbers. Feel free to wander the gorge and take in the beauty of the landscape. Free time for lunch in a restaurant. Then you continue to the Dades Valley via Boumalne Dades, with the inevitable stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation and at a spot atop a mountain overlooking the Dades Valley. Finally, dinner and overnight in a riad.

DAY 5: DADES VALLEY – ROSE VALLEY – PALM GROVES OF SKOURA – OUARZAZATE – AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH – HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS – MARRAKECH (5.5 hours drive)

After breakfast, you continue your trip to Kalaat M’Gouna to visit the Rose Valley, where a Rose Festival is held annually in May and locals offer their rose products, from perfumes, rose water, and oil to cosmetics. You then drive through the palm groves of Skoura. Later, you reach Ouarzazate, also known as the gate of the desert, where you visit the studios in which famous movies were shot.

You depart to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has appeared in many films including Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, and TV series including Game of Thrones. Then you continue to Marrakech, driving through the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass and the High Atlas Mountains. Stops are made for lunch and to take pictures at interesting spots. Overnight stay in a riad in Marrakech.

DAY 6: GUIDED TOUR SIGHTSEEING MARRAKESH (45 min drive / 3 hours walking tour)

After a warm breakfast, you explore the highlights of Marrakesh with a local guide. As one of Morocco’s historic imperial cities, Marrakech is rich in culture and architectural beauty. The tour includes a visit to the stunning 19th-century Bahia Palace, followed by the beautifully preserved Ben Youssef Madrasa, a former Islamic school showcasing traditional Moroccan design. You also explore the lively Medina and its souks, filled with colourful stalls and skilled artisans, experience the vibrant atmosphere of Jamaa El-Fna Square, and admire the Koutoubia Mosque from outside, the largest in the city.

Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you meet your driver to visit the iconic Majorelle Garden (requires online pre-booking), followed by a drive through Gueliz, the modern district of Marrakech, before returning to your riad.

DAY 7: MARRAKECH – ESSAOUIRA (3 hours drive)

After breakfast, you drive west to Essaouira. On the way you make stops to see the argan tree plantations and cooperatives, and, if you’re lucky, the goats in the trees. You reach Essaouira, formerly Mogador, one of the important coastal towns in Morocco, famous for the diversity of its seafood, its beautiful beach, and surfing. Free time to visit the fishing port, the ancient ramparts with their cannons, and the old Medina. Finally, transfer to your riad. Overnight stay in Essaouira.

DAY 8: ESSAOUIRA – CASABLANCA (4 hr 20 min)

After breakfast, the 10 days tour continues to Casablanca. You depart from Essaouira and drive on the highway to reach Casablanca, the economic centre of Morocco, where you visit the Hassan II Mosque (the largest mosque in Morocco), the Casablanca Corniche, Mohammed V Square, and a stop at Rick’s Café. Free time for lunch. Overnight in Casablanca.

DAY 9: CASABLANCA – VISIT RABAT THE CAPITAL – CHEFCHAOUEN (5 hours drive)

After breakfast, you explore Rabat, one of the imperial cities of Morocco and the current capital, located in the northwest on the Atlantic coast. You visit the highlights of the city, including the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, you head north through Ouazzane to reach the blue city of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains, famous for its buildings and alleyways painted in blue. Overnight stay in a hotel.

DAY 10: CHEFCHAOUEN – TANGIER AIRPORT (2 hours drive)

On the last day, depending on your flight time, you can have more time to stroll through the beautiful alleyways of the blue Medina, or spend some time in Tangier. Finally, we drop you off at any location in Tangier. You can also end the tour in Fes. End of the 10 Day Tour.

IMPORTANT Bear in mind that this is just a suggested tour itinerary. If it doesn’t match what you’re looking for, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll organise a different itinerary based on your preferences and the length of your stay. We offer customised and tailor-made tours and trips all around Morocco.

THE PRICE varies according to the number of people: the more people joining the tour, the lower the price becomes. Since the transportation cost is fixed, the price is divided according to the number of people. The price also depends on the quality of the accommodation. Contact us for an exact price.

You can consider a longer tour:
– Morocco Itinerary 12 Days (from Casablanca)
– 14 Days Tour From Casablanca

Or a shorter tour:
– 7 Days Tour from Fes
– 5 Days From Fes to Marrakech
– 4 Days Trip From Fes to Marrakech

Other 10 day tours:
– 10 Days in Morocco from Casablanca
– 10 Days Tour From Tangier

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is the 10 day tour private or shared?
The ten-day tour is a private experience, so only the travellers making the enquiry take part. No additional people join the tour. Our focus is on high-quality, personalised experiences, which is why we mainly offer private tours.

Is the tent private? Does it have a private shower?
The tent at the luxury camp is private and has private bathrooms with hot running water.

How long is the camel ride?
The camel ride lasts from 40 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on which camp you’re staying in.

What is the alternative to camels?
If you’d rather not ride, the camp has a 4×4 that takes people and luggage in and out, which you’re welcome to use. Alternatively, ATVs can be arranged at an additional cost.

What happens to your luggage when you do the camel ride?
During the camel ride you take only what you need for the ride itself. The rest of your luggage is transported in the camp’s 4×4, and you’ll find it waiting for you at the camp.

What is the best time to visit Morocco?
The best times are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), when the weather is mild and pleasant across most regions. Winter is great too, especially in the southern desert part.

What type of vehicles are used?
The vehicle will be either an SUV (4×4) or a minivan, both with A/C.
Vehicle details:
– 4×4: Land Cruiser Prado (up to 4 pax)
– Minivans: Mercedes Vito Tourer, Ford Tourneo Van, or similar (up to 8 pax)
For groups larger than 8, a minibus seating up to 18 pax can be provided.

Dietary preferences
Please share any dietary preferences you have, and we’ll make sure your needs are met. Kindly let us know in advance so we can arrange lunch stops accordingly and notify the riad/camp, as some dinners are included in the package.

Tour age suitability
This tour is suitable for all ages.

Expenses
Currency exchange: Euros or USD can be exchanged for Moroccan dirham (MAD) at many locations across Morocco, including banks and exchange bureaus, and ATMs are widely available for cash withdrawals. While credit cards and foreign currencies (euros/USD) are generally accepted, it’s wise to carry local currency (MAD) for convenience.
Meal costs: Meals typically range from €5 to €20 per person, though prices vary by establishment.
Haggling / price negotiation: Haggling is an accepted and expected practice in Morocco; even locals take part in it.

BOOKING PROCESS:

1. Get in touch with us through the contact forms, email, WhatsApp, or our social networks, and tell us the number of travellers, the type of accommodation (excellent, luxury, etc.), your tour date (if available), and your chosen tour or some details so we can plan a new itinerary for you.

2. Booking: We ask for a small deposit to confirm the booking (preferably via our PayPal account). The rest is paid in cash to your driver/guide once you arrive, or through PayPal, which carries a 5% transaction fee. If you don’t have PayPal, we can send an online invoice you can pay by card. A bank/wire transfer is another option; it takes up to 12 days to appear in our system, and we can confirm the tour with a transaction receipt until the payment arrives.

WHY PRIVATE MOROCCO TOURS?

A private tour is an itinerary run exclusively according to your preferences. On a private trip you travel only with the people you choose. Private tours are more flexible when it comes to group size, travel dates, and what your trip includes. On top of that, you’ll have your own tour guide and driver at your disposal.