Are you looking for the definitive, all-encompassing North African adventure? Our 16 day complete Morocco experience tour is the ultimate grand circuit. Instead of having to choose between the mountains, the desert, or the ocean, this massive 16 days Morocco itinerary gives you the time to see it all. From the ancient Roman ruins and Imperial Cities of the north to the golden dunes of the Sahara, and finally the breezy Atlantic coast, this Morocco 16 day tour is meticulously crafted to deliver the absolute best of the country.
We expertly craft our Morocco tours to deliver a truly authentic and unforgettable vacation. Each travel package is completely flexible and can be personalized to fit your exact interests, dates, and travel style. Whether you want to include extra cities, change the daily pace, or focus on specific local activities, our team will adapt the route to match your exact wishes. Enjoy a one of a kind, tailor made trip to Morocco created exclusively for you.
Your 16-day Morocco adventure begins with a transfer from the airport to your hotel in Casablanca, where a complimentary meal awaits. Depending on your arrival time, there may be an opportunity to explore some of Casablanca’s highlights, including the Hassan II Mosque, the Moroccan Mall, or the nearby beach.
Start the day with a visit to the Hassan II Mosque before traveling to Rabat, Morocco’s capital. Discover the Royal Palace, the ruins of Chellah, the Mohammed V Mausoleum, Hassan Tower, and the bustling medina with its traditional souks. Later, continue to Meknes for dinner at a local restaurant overlooking Bab el Mansour gate.
Journey from Meknes to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a remarkable archaeological site, before continuing to Fes, where you’ll spend the night in a local Riad-Hotel.
Explore Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city. Begin at the Royal Palace gate, visit the historic Mellah (Jewish quarter), the famous Al Qaraouine University, and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. You’ll also explore the Tanneries, Attarine Museum, and various local cooperatives, finishing the day with a panoramic view over the medina before returning to your Riad for the night.
Travel toward the Atlas Mountains with stops in Ifrane, the cedar forest of Azrou to observe the Berber apes, and through the Tizi Ntalghamt Pass. Enjoy the scenic Ziz Gorge with opportunities for photos and lunch in Midelt, known as Morocco’s apple capital, before continuing to Er-Rachidia and the traditional village of Erfoud for your overnight stay.
Depart Erfoud for Rissani for a lunch stop, then continue to Merzouga in the late afternoon. Check into a hotel with restaurants and a pool before taking a short walk among the nearby Erg Chebbi dunes. End the day with a camel ride to your desert campsite to watch a sunset over the dunes and spend the night in Berber tents.
After breakfast and a swim, explore nearby caves with 4×4 vehicles to see natural fossils, then visit the ancient village of Tissrdmin. Cross the Black Desert, enjoying tea with a local Tuareg family, and experience the nomadic lifestyle around Erg Chebbi dunes. Visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music, enjoy a traditional Berber pizza lunch in Rissani, then take a camel ride to watch the sunset at the desert camp. Dinner will include a tagine, local mint tea, and Berber music under the stars.
Wake early to catch the sunrise, then travel through Rissani and Tinghir to the Todra Gorge, Morocco’s tallest and narrowest canyon. After lunch, continue through the scenic Dades Valley, pausing to admire the rock formations known as the “Monkey Toes,” and stay overnight in the valley.
Journey through the path of a thousand Kasbahs to Kalaat Mgouna, the center of the Valley of Roses, then continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a historic film location for Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Game of Thrones. Travel through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass to Marrakech for an overnight stay.
Travel to the Berber town of Taroudant, known for its crafts and caravan-trade history. Spend the night at a local Riad-Hotel.
Journey to Tafraoute, surrounded by dramatic granite rock formations, before continuing to Agadir for the night.
Travel along the Atlantic coast to Essaouira, known as the Pearl of the Atlantic. Check in at a local Riad and enjoy a sunset from the city walls, explore the historic medina, and dine on the freshest seafood in town.
Travel along the Atlantic coast to Essaouira, known as the Pearl of the Atlantic. Check in at a local Riad and enjoy a sunset from the city walls, explore the historic medina, and dine on the freshest seafood in town.
Spend the day exploring Essaouira at your own pace. Stroll through the port, visit local markets, enjoy seafood by the ocean, and experience the city’s rich historical and cultural charm.
After breakfast, depart Essaouira for Marrakech, where you’ll stay overnight at a Riad-Hotel.
Enjoy a full guided tour of Marrakech, visiting Jemma el-Fna square, Koutoubia Mosque, the souks, palaces, museums, Gueliz, Menara Gardens, and Majorelle Garden.
After breakfast, relax before departing to Marrakech or Casablanca. Arrive in Casablanca around 6 pm, concluding your 16-day Moroccan adventure.
