Day 1: Arrive Tangier – Travel to Chefchaouen

You begin your 13-day tour from Tangier the second our cheerful team member picks you up at either the airport or the ferryport. First, we head to the iconic Cave of Hercules, where sea and history find a beautiful balance. Your Tangier trips, and then we drive towards the green mountains where peace resides.

Then, we will drive to the stunning Blue City perched high atop the Rif Mountains, one of Tangier Desert Tours’ highlights. When we get there, you can inhale the scented air from the mountains and marvel at the houses painted with bright blue walls. On the first of your 13-day tour from Tangier, you’ll be spending the night in a welcoming and traditional Riad.

Day 2: Sightseeing in Chefchaouen

On the second day of your 13-day tour from Tangier, spend the day in this enchanting town walking its narrow sky-blue alleys. You will not only love the atmosphere but also the colorful flower pots placed in every corner of its streets. As a result, these desert tours from Tangier give you the best pictures of your whole Morocco journey.

You can also hike to the Spanish Mosque for an elevated view of the entire blue valley. A simple walk is an excellent way to stretch your legs on the day before bigger adventures begin with a 13-day tour from Tangier. Then in the evening, sit down for a nice dinner on the main square and watch the local life go by.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

On day three of your 13-day tour from Tangier, we journey back in time with a visit to the Roman ruins at Volubilis. There are ancient mosaics and tall pillars that have withstood the sun for thousands of years. This cultural halt is a major aspect of each imperial city’s Morocco tour we offer to our customers.

Afterward, we go to Meknes, the imperial city of Morocco and home to the immense Bab Mansour gate and royal stables. Afterwards, we proceed to Fes, one of the best-known Moroccan imperial cities. Your 13-day tour from Tangier now brings you to the spiritual heart of the kingdom, a land where history lives in every stone.

Day 4: Guided Tour of Fes

On day 4 of your 13-day tour from Tangier, your local guide takes you deep into the world’s largest car-free medina. You will visit the famous tanneries where leather is dyed using ancient techniques dating back many centuries. This real experience makes our Morocco tours special and interesting for everyone.

You will also observe the oldest university in history and the marvelous architecture of the Royal Palace gates. Thanks to the bag and scale, passing through the throngs of markets is like wading into a walk-through museum of crafts, spices, and smiles. At the end of this day, you will know why Fes is so well known around the world.

Day 5: Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Merzouga Sahara

By the fifth day of the 13 Days Tour from Tangier, we are leaving city life behind and heading south toward the desert. We first halt at Ifrane—it seems to be a Swiss-type town owing to its tidy streets and snowy winters. This unexpected contrast adds to the fun of your Morocco holiday tour through the Middle Atlas.

Then we take you to the Cedars Forest, where you can encounter wild Barbary monkeys and feed them in their natural environment. The trees give way to red rocks and palm trees as we drive into the desert. By the end of this drive you will arrive at Merzouga, where your Morocco Desert Tour starts in real with a sunset camel ride through dunes.

Day 6: Explore Merzouga Region

On Day 6 of your 13-day tour from Tangier, you wake up in the Sahara to see the morning sun turn your sand into gold. After breakfast, we hop into a 4×4 for one of the excursions: visiting nomad families living deep in the desert. This Morocco desert trip shows you just how people live and thrive in this beautiful yet tough environment.

This is in the afternoon. In Khamlia village, the souk to hear Gnaoua music played different lyrics for your Sahara Desert trips in Morocco. You can also visit the local oases where water turns the sand green with life and dates. In the evening, you have the experience of a luxury Morocco desert tour and enjoy a campfire and traditional songs under stars within Erg Chebbi’s sand dunes.

Day 7: From Merzouga to Todra Gorges and Dades Valley

On day seven of the 13-day tour from Tangier, we leave the dunes and make our way towards the spectacular Todra Gorges. These big rock walls are well over 300 meters high and provide a shady spot to walk beside the river. So, if you are with us for our Morocco Desert Trips itinerary, this natural wonder is a must-stop for all.

Then we drive past the Dades Valley, where, over thousands of years of erosion, the rocks have become known as “monkey fingers.” You will spot many old kasbahs, one way, that are like sandcastles built into the mountains. Your 13-day tour from Tangier takes you along “The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs,” where there’s something new around every single corner.

Day 8: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Today we have a visit to Rose Valley, which smells beautiful in the spring when flowers bloom. Then stop at Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” to view where popular films, such as Gladiator, were shot. This cinematic is here on your 13-day tour from Tangier throughout the South.

A highlight of the day is an ancient village—hundreds of years old—that’s a UNESCO site, Ait Ben Haddou. After that, we take the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains to one of the most stunning cities in Morocco: Marrakesh. A mountain drive is in every travel package, and it is among the best luxury tours from Marrakech to the Sahara.

Day 9: Explore Marrakech with a Guided Tour

Your guide will take you to the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the famous Koutoubia Mosque tower. It’s the most dynamic city on our tour of imperial cities in Morocco, and you will sense its pulse upon arrival from kasbahs and heritage sites.

In the afternoon, stroll through the Jemaa el-Fna square to see snake charmers, dancers, and food stalls. Explore colorful souks to find perfect gifts when you partake in luxury tours of Marrakech with Imperial Glory Tours. You will sleep tonight in a lovely riad, right in the middle of the bustling and exciting old medina.

Day 10: Marrakech – Essaouira

On day ten of the 13-day tour from Tangier, leave behind the heat of the city and head toward the Atlantic Ocean. Watch for the stabled goats that scale Argan trees to munch on the nuts. This new coastal addition to our best luxury tours of Morocco offers a future break after the sands and soot of the desert and big cities.

Essaouira is a white and blue town with an ocean breeze and a boisterous fishing port. You can take a stroll on the broad beach or walk along the old fortress walls, where cannons still point to the sea. A warm welcome and much-needed pause on your 13-day tour from Tangier to feel balanced, clean, and varied.

Day 11: Essaouira – Casablanca

On Day 11 of the 13-day tour from Tangier, we continue north along the coast towards Morocco’s largest city. But the modern hub of Casablanca has a backdrop that shows this blend of new and old. This section of the trip is important for anyone visiting Casablanca, Morocco, before returning home.

We’ll stop to tour the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, built on pillars directly over the ocean waves. It is one of the largest mosques in the world, with great hand-carved stone and wood. On your 13-day tour from Tangier, spotting this landmark is one of the big moments as we press forward into the final days of the whole excursion.

Day 12: Visit Rabat – Head to Tangier

Today we will be in Rabat, the capital city here, and we are going to visit the Hassan Tower (mausoleum site of Mohammed V) and the Kasbah of the Udayas with its beautiful garden and nice view of the river. This last stop in your imperial cities, Morocco, takes you to the elegant and royal side of the country.

Then, we will go driving back to the north and end your 13-day tour from Tangier, where it starts. You’ll enjoy one last dinner in Tangier and reflect on the many miles you’ve covered across this remarkable land. It is a time of celebrating the friends you made during your Tangier Desert Tours experience with us.

Day 13: Departure from Tangier

Your wonderful 13-day tour from Tangier concludes today with drop-off at the airport or port. Thank you for every sunrise, every camel ride, and every glass of mint tea you enjoyed at our expense. Imperial Glory Tours are proud to have shared with you our home secrets during this long trip.

As you get on your flight, you will have so many new stories to tell and a renewed love for the Moroccan spirit. And the busy markets, blue streets, and golden dunes that made your 13-day tour from Tangier special. Safe travels home, and we hope to welcome you soon for another new adventure!