The Grand Twelve-Day Loop from Tangier
This 12-day private tour is the complete circuit of Morocco. From Tangier you travel through Chefchaouen, Volubilis and Fes to the Erg Chebbi dunes, explore the Todra and Dades gorges, Ouarzazate and Aït Ben Haddou, reach Essaouira and Marrakech, then return up the Atlantic through Casablanca and Rabat to Asilah and Tangier.
Moments From the Road
What Makes This Tour Special
- Blue Chefchaouen and Roman Volubilis
- Guided day in the Fes medina
- Camel trek and desert camp in Erg Chebbi
- Todra and Dades gorges
- UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou
- Atlantic Essaouira and Marrakech
- Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Rabat and coastal Asilah
Your 12-Day Itinerary
Tap any day to read the full plan. Every itinerary is private and can be tailored to your pace and interests.
Tangier – Chefchaouen
Through the Rif to the blue city nestled beneath the peaks.
Overnight in Chefchaouen · hotelChefchaouen – Fes
The Roman ruins of Volubilis and the old medina of Meknes, then on to Fes.
Overnight in Fes · riadFes City Tour
Fes El Bali, the Bou Inania medersa and the newer city with a local guide.
Overnight in Fes · riadFes – Ifrane – Merzouga
Across the Middle Atlas through cedar forests and Berber villages to Merzouga.
Overnight near Merzouga · hotelMerzouga Desert Experience
Khamlia for Gnawa music and the markets of Rissani, then a camel trek to a desert camp in Erg Chebbi.
Overnight in a desert camp · Erg ChebbiMerzouga – Todra – Dades
Sunrise over the dunes, then Berber villages and the Todra and Dades gorges.
Overnight in the Dades Valley · hotelDades – Ouarzazate
The Valley of Roses, Skoura oasis and kasbah ruins to a night in Ouarzazate.
Overnight in Ouarzazate · hotelOuarzazate – Essaouira
The UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou and over the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, with lunch in Marrakech, then on to Essaouira.
Overnight in Essaouira · hotelEssaouira – Marrakech
The beaches and medina of Essaouira, then back to Marrakech for the night.
Overnight in Marrakech · riadMarrakech City Tour
The Bahia and Badi palaces, the Saadian Tombs, the Menara basin, the Koutoubia and Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Overnight in Marrakech · riadMarrakech – Casablanca – Rabat – Asilah
The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and the capital Rabat, ending in the coastal town of Asilah.
Overnight in Asilah · hotelAsilah – Tangier
The murals and ramparts of Asilah before returning to Tangier, where our tour ends.
Tour ends in Tangier · drop-off or airportWhat's Included & What's Not
Included
- Airport pick-up & drop-off
- Private A/C vehicle (4x4 or van)
- Experienced English / Spanish-speaking driver-guide
- Local guides in the imperial cities
- Accommodation in hotels & riads
- One night in a Sahara desert camp
- Breakfasts & dinners as per itinerary
- Camel ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes
Not Included
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips & gratuities
- Anything not mentioned above
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the tour start?
Pick-up is usually between 7:30 and 8:00 AM from your hotel, though the exact time can be adjusted to suit you.
Is this a private tour?
Yes — it is fully private for you and your group, with your own driver-guide and vehicle. Up to four passengers travel comfortably in a 4×4; larger groups use a spacious minivan.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. The pace, stops and accommodation can all be tailored to your preferences. Just tell us what you would like and we will build the perfect version for you.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a light jacket for the cooler desert nights. Sandboarding is available on request at the desert camp.
Are entrance fees included?
Admission fees to monuments and any local guides are paid directly at each site and are not included in the tour price.
How do I book?
Send us your preferred dates through the quote form or on WhatsApp. A small deposit secures your tour and the balance is settled on arrival.
