13-Day Morocco Discovery Tour from Tangier to Casablanca

Private 13-Day Morocco Itinerary – From the Mediterranean North to the Sahara and Atlantic Coast

This 13-day private tour from Tangier to Casablanca is the ultimate way to experience Morocco’s diversity — from the blue alleys of Chefchaouen to the spiritual calm of Fes, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, and the coastal charm of Essaouira.
You’ll cross mountains, sleep under desert stars, explore UNESCO heritage kasbahs, and relax by the ocean before concluding in Casablanca.

Perfect for: Travelers who want to see everything Morocco has to offer — history, culture, desert, and sea — in a private, well-paced journey.

Duration

13 Days / 12 Nights

Starting Location:

Tangier

Ending Location:

Casablanca

Price:

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Collage of Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, historic Aït Ben Haddou, and colorful artisan market in Chefchaouen, Morocco

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Tangier

Meet your private driver at Tangier Airport or Port. Visit the Kasbah Museum, stroll the medina, and see Cape Spartel, where the Atlantic and Mediterranean meet.
Enjoy the sunset from the coastal promenade.
Overnight: Tangier riad.

Drive along the scenic Rif Mountains through Tetouan, nicknamed “the White Dove of Morocco.” Continue to Chefchaouen, Morocco’s magical Blue City.
Walk its cobblestone streets, admire blue-washed houses, and unwind in Plaza Uta el-Hammam.
Overnight: Chefchaouen riad inside the medina.

Travel south through olive fields to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO site famous for its mosaics. Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, to visit Bab Mansour Gate and El Hedim Square, then onward to Fes, Morocco’s oldest cultural center.
Overnight: Fes riad.

Spend the day exploring Fes El Bali, the oldest walled city in Morocco. Visit Bou Inania Madrasa, the Chouara Tanneries, Nejjarine Museum, and Royal Palace.
Watch craftsmen making copperware and zellige tiles, then enjoy mint tea overlooking the medina rooftops.
Overnight: Fes riad.

After breakfast, drive south through Ifrane (known as “Little Switzerland”) and Azrou’s Cedar Forest to see Barbary apes. Pass Midelt and descend into the Ziz Valley, with thousands of date palms and ancient kasbahs.
Arrive in Merzouga, where camels await to take you across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. Dinner, drumming, and starlight await.
Overnight: Luxury Sahara camp (ensuite tent).

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before exploring the region by 4×4:

  • Visit Khamlia Village for live Gnawa music

  • Meet nomadic families living in tents

  • Stop at fossil sites and desert oases
    Optional sandboarding or ATV ride before another golden sunset.
    Overnight: Merzouga riad or luxury camp (client choice).

Depart the Sahara after sunrise. Visit Rissani Market, then drive through oasis villages to reach Todra Gorge, where sheer cliffs rise 300 meters above the riverbed. Continue to the stunning Dades Valley, known for its rock formations and winding roads.
Overnight: Dades Valley kasbah lodge.

Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, stopping at rose cooperatives in Kelaat M’Gouna and at the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou Ksar, a desert fortress village made of earth and straw, featured in Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Overnight: Guesthouse in Aït Ben Haddou.

Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m) through the spectacular High Atlas. Arrive in Marrakech by afternoon.
Evening free to explore Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, alive with music, snake charmers, and food stalls.
Overnight: Marrakech riad near the medina.

Join your guide to visit Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque, and the Majorelle Garden.
Stroll the souk districts, see traditional artisans, and enjoy a rooftop lunch. Evening free or optional hammam spa experience.
Overnight: Marrakech riad.

Drive to Essaouira, a relaxed coastal city with Portuguese and Amazigh heritage. Visit the Skala de la Ville, the port with its blue fishing boats, and the art galleries of the medina. Try fresh grilled fish at the harbor market.
Overnight: Essaouira riad by the sea.

Follow Morocco’s scenic Atlantic coast, stopping in El Jadida, a former Portuguese fortress town and UNESCO site. Visit the Portuguese Cistern before continuing to Casablanca.
Stroll along the Corniche or enjoy dinner overlooking the Atlantic.
Overnight: Casablanca hotel.

After breakfast, visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the world’s largest, then explore United Nations Square and the Art Deco architecture of downtown.
Transfer to Casablanca Airport (CMN) for your departure flight.

What’s Included

  • Private SUV / minivan + English-speaking driver for 13 days

  • 12 nights accommodation (riads, kasbah hotels, and luxury camp)

  • Daily breakfast + 5 dinners (Desert ×2, Dades, Chefchaouen, Aït Ben Haddou)

  • Camel trek at sunset in Erg Chebbi

  • Guided city tours in Fes and Marrakech

  • Airport / port pickup in Tangier + Casablanca drop-off

What’s Not Included

  • Lunches & drinks

  • Entrance fees and optional activities (quad bikes, hammam, surf lessons)

  • Tips & personal expenses

Why This 13-Day Tangier to Casablanca Tour Stands Out

Morocco in Full Color

This route shows every side of Morocco — blue mountain towns, desert dunes, red kasbahs, and white Atlantic beaches.

Cultural Depth

From ancient medinas to nomad tents, you’ll connect with Morocco’s living traditions.

Comfort, Authenticity, and Flow

Balanced travel days, beautiful riads, and private transport ensure a smooth journey from start to finish.

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