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Duration: 5 days /4night
Northern Morocco Tour the blue city
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Northern Morocco Tour the blue city
Experience the highlights of Northern Morocco on a well-planned journey that starts and ends in Tangier, the gateway between Europe and Africa. This tour combines coastal scenery, imperial cities, and mountain beauty, offering a rich and authentic Moroccan experience.
Begin your adventure in Tangier, a vibrant coastal city overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Discover its historic medina, the Kasbah, Cap Spartel, and the legendary Hercules Caves before heading south.
Travel to the magical blue city of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains. Famous for its blue-washed streets and relaxed atmosphere, Chefchaouen offers stunning photo opportunities, traditional markets, and a peaceful escape into nature and local culture.
Continue to Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital. Explore the ancient medina of Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its historic madrasas, colorful souks, leather tanneries, and the world’s oldest university. A guided tour reveals the city’s deep history and living traditions.
Next, visit Rabat, the elegant capital of Morocco. Here you will discover important landmarks such as the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas, blending modern life with imperial heritage.
The tour concludes with a comfortable drive back to Tangier, completing a full circle through Northern Morocco and leaving you with unforgettable memories of culture, history, and diverse landscapes.
Highlights
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Discover Tangier, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Mediterranean Sea
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Explore Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in the Rif Mountains
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Guided tour of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital
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Walk through ancient medinas, colorful souks, and artisan quarters
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Visit Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital, including:
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Hassan TowerMausoleum of Mohammed VKasbah of the Oudayas
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Enjoy scenic landscapes, mountain views, and coastal panoramas
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Round-trip itinerary starting and ending in Tangier
Included
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Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
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Professional English-speaking driver/guide
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Accommodation in well-selected hotels or riads (based on your package)
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Daily breakfast at hotels
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Local guided tours in:
full-day city tour in rabat and fez
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Luggage assistance at hotels
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Fuel, parking, highway tolls, and road taxes
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24/7 local support during the tour
Excluded
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International & domestic flights
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Lunches and dinners (unless stated otherwise)
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Entrance fees to monuments and museums
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Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, laundry, etc.)
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Tips for driver, guides, and hotel staff (optional)
Day 1: Tangier – Tetouan – Chefchaouen (2-Hour Drive)
Your Northern Morocco Tour begins with a pickup from your hotel, port, or airport in Tangier. Enjoy a scenic drive to Chefchaouen, with a stop in Tetouan for a few hours of exploration or take the panoramic route along the Mediterranean and through the gorges. Upon arrival in Chefchaouen, drop off your luggage, freshen up, and wander through the fairy-tale-like village. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a charming riad within the medina.
Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Moulay Idriss – Fes (4-Hour Drive)
Today, your Northern Morocco Tour takes you to the ancient imperial city of Fes. Depart from Chefchaouen, winding through the Rif Mountains. Around noon, reach the Roman ruins of Volubilis for a guided tour. Have lunch in Moulay Idriss with a view overlooking the ruins. Alternatively, linger in Chefchaouen for a relaxed morning before departing directly for Fes after lunch. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon, drop off your luggage at the riad, and enjoy a leisurely evening stroll. Dinner and accommodation will be at a riad inside the medina.
Day 3: Fes – City Tour
A full day is dedicated to exploring Fes, the most ancient of Morocco’s imperial cities, renowned for its leather and metalwork, Koranic medersas, and leather tanneries. Wander through the 9500 derbs (narrow alleys), absorbing the myriad sounds, smells, and sights that conjure the quintessential fabled Arab city, reminiscent of Baghdad during the time of the 1001 nights. A local English-speaking guide will lead you through this historic city. Dinner is on your own, with accommodation as per the previous night.
Day 4: Fes – Rabat (2-Hour Drive)
After breakfast, take a quick stroll around the medina before returning to the riad to participate in a cooking session for lunch. Post-lunch, depart for Rabat. Upon arrival, drop off your luggage at the riad and explore the Kasbah des Oudayas and the necropolis of Chellah. If time permits, visit the Mohamed VI Museum, home to an exquisite collection of modern Moroccan art. Dinner and accommodation will be at a riad within the medina.
Day 5: Rabat – Tangier (3-Hour Drive)
Begin your final day with a guided tour of the medina of Sale led by a local university teacher. Discover fascinating tales about Moroccan pirates, visit locked-door monuments, and learn about the historical relationships between various communities from the restoration expert of the historical center. Enjoy a delicious seafood lunch by the ocean before starting the drive back to Tangier, arriving in the early evening. This marks the end of your Northern Morocco Tour.
Experience the best of Northern Morocco with this expertly curated tour, designed to offer a luxurious and insightful journey through the region’s most iconic destinations. Book your Northern Morocco Tour today and prepare for an adventure filled with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.
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