8-Day Tour of Morocco from Tangier

Experience the perfect blend of history, culture, and Andalusian charm on this 8-day trip through northern Morocco. Beginning and ending in Tangier, this tour will take you through the whitewashed streets of Chefchaouen, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, the imperial cities of Meknes, Fez, and Rabat, and finally back to Tangier. Each day offers a mix of guided tours and free time, allowing you to discover the diversity of Morocco’s heritage at a relaxed pace. From UNESCO World Heritage sites to lively medinas, Andalusian architecture, and coastal panoramas, this itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking an immersive cultural getaway.

• Panoramic tour of Tangier, the gateway to northern Morocco
• Guided tour of the Kasbah of Tangier, tomb of Ibn Battouta, American Legation, and Grand Souk
• Discover Tetouan, Morocco’s most Andalusian city, with its blend of Spanish, Andalusian, and Moroccan architecture.
• Walk through the blue medina of Chefchaouen and Outa-el-Hammam Square
• Guided tour of the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes, including Bab Mansour and the Mausoleum of Mulay Ismail
• Full day in Fez, the spiritual and intellectual heart of Morocco, with visits to Al Quaraouiyyine University, tanneries, madrasas, and souks
• Visit to the Kasbah of the Oudayas, Hassan Tower, Chellah Necropolis, and Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat
• Comfortable transfers throughout northern Morocco with a local guide

Day 1: Arrival in Tangier

Pickup at the airport or port of Tangier by your driver. Enjoy an introductory panoramic tour of the city, taking in coastal views and notable monuments before transferring to the hotel to check in. Rest of the day free to rest or stroll around the city. Accommodation in Tangier.

Day 2: Guided tour of Tangier After breakfast

Begin a full day of guided tours in Tangier. Discover why it is known as the “city of foreigners,” having welcomed Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, and Europeans throughout history. Visit the Kasbah, the tomb of Ibn Battouta, the Cervantes Theater, the American Legation with its Paul Bowles Room, the Kasbah Museum (former Sultan’s Palace), and the lively Grand Souk square. Optional lunch at a local restaurant and free afternoon to continue exploring on your own. Accommodation in Tangier.

Day 3: Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen

After breakfast, depart for Tetouan, known as “the most Andalusian city in Morocco.” Admire its neighborhoods and architectural styles, which reflect its Andalusian, Spanish colonial, and independence heritage. Continue to Chefchaouen, the famous “Blue Pearl” in the Rif Mountains. Explore its medina, Outa-el-Hammam Square, the Kasbah and its gardens, and the Great Mosque of Tarik-Ben-Ziad with its distinctive octagonal minaret inspired by the Golden Tower in Seville. Dinner at a local restaurant and free time to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Overnight stay in Chefchaouen.

Day 4: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fez

Breakfast and departure to the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, Morocco’s largest archaeological site, famous for its mosaics, temples, and triumphal arches. Continue to Meknes, an imperial city built in the 17th century by Sultan Mulay Ismail. Visit the monumental Bab Mansour gate, El-Hedime square, and the Mausoleum of Mulay Ismail. Optional lunch en route. Arrival in Fez in the late afternoon and check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay in Fez.

Day 5: Full Day in Fez

A day dedicated to exploring Fez, Morocco’s cultural and spiritual capital. Visit the Bab Boujloud Gate, the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Zaouïa of Sidi Ahmed Tijani, Nejjarine Square and its museum of wood arts, the tanneries, and the traditional souks. Admire the refined architecture of the Al Attarine Madrasa and the Bou Inania Madrasa, jewels of Marinid art. The medina of Fez is a UNESCO World Heritage Site: a living museum where artisans, merchants, and scholars perpetuate centuries-old traditions. Overnight in Fez.

Day 6: Fez → Rabat

After breakfast, departure for Rabat, Morocco’s elegant coastal capital. The guided tour includes the medina (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), the Almohad ramparts and gates, the Kasbah of the Oudayas, the Andalusian Gardens, the Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. You will also visit the Chellah Necropolis and appreciate the blend of historic charm and colonial architecture. Overnight stay in Rabat.

Day 7: Rabat → Tangier

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer back to Tangier by highway. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and free time for last-minute shopping or a stroll along the Corniche. Overnight stay in Tangier.

Day 8: Departure from Tangier

Breakfast and transfer to Tangier airport or port according to your departure schedule. End of services. End of the 8-day tour of Morocco from Tangier.