7 Days Morocco Imperial Cities Tour From Tangier To Asilah

Highlights

Wander through the winding alleys and ancient medina of Fes

Experience the magic of the Sahara by sleeping under the stars in a desert camp
Uncover the hidden gems of the desert, including oases, caravan routes, and kasbahs
Explore the bustling souks and markets of Morocco
Discover the awe-inspiring beauty of the Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert on an unforgettable adventure.

🕰️ Duration : 7 Days / 6 Nights

📍Start From : Tangier

🚗 Departs : All Year Round

🏠 Hotels : 4 & 3 Stars

🛩️ Arrival : Airport (Tangier)

🗓️ Availability : Everyday

Overview

Upon your arrival at the airport/port in Tangier, you will be greeted by your driver who will take you to Chefchaouen. This town was once considered a mystical hideout, used to launch attacks against the Portuguese who had a stronghold on the northern coast. Until the Spanish occupation in 1920, the village was off-limits to Europeans. You will reach Chefchaouen in the late afternoon and spend the next two nights there.

What's Included?

pickup and dropoff at accommodation is included in all our tours

Price Includes:

✅ Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD Fuel included
✅ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✅ Professional driver/Driver (Multilingual)
✅ Official art historian guide
✅ Bottled water
✅ You can stop everywhere to take photos
✅ 5 nights in a private room at a hotel/riad (At your preferred room type)

Price Excludes:

❎ Soft drinks
❎ Lunches
❎ Tips and gratuities
❎ Travel insurance
❎ Optional activities.
❎ Personal expenses on the itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 - Tangier Airport Or Port / Chefchaouen

Day 2 - Exploring Chefchaouen

Day 3 - Chefchaouen To Fes

Day 4 - Exploring Fes: Guided City Tour

Day 5 - Fez / Meknes / Volubilis / Moulay Idriss / Meknes

Day 6 - Meknes / Rabat / Asilah

Day 7 - Asilah / Tangier Or Tangier Port Or Airport

You will be picked up at the airport/port in Tangier and depart to Chefchaouen, a town established as a secret mystical place to attack the Portuguese set up on the north coast. Until the arrival of the Spanish army in 1920, the village was completely closed to Europeans. In the late afternoon he arrives in Chefchaouen, where he spends two nights.

Following breakfast, spend a day at leisure in Chefchaouen, a holy mountain town located in a natural biosphere reserve. Known for its blue and white painted buildings and welcoming locals, visitors can enjoy stunning views of the city, admire local handicrafts, and experience a sense of serenity and calm rarely found elsewhere.

Continue your journey to the imperial city of Fez, which dates back to the 8th century. It also takes pride in being one of Morocco's first holy sites for Islam and hosting one of the oldest universities in the world. The afternoon is free to relax and have your first contact with a city that takes you back in time.

Begin your day with breakfast at one of Fez's most significant locations followed by a guided tour of the city. The old town medina transports you back in time with its narrow streets, where only donkeys can pass and swarms of people move through the maze-like alleyways. The neighborhood is remarkable, featuring Andalusian-style architecture and impressive mosques and Quranic schools. Fez has long been a center of learning and spirituality, earning it the title of Morocco's spiritual capital. Spend the night at a hotel or riad.

After breakfast, make your way west to the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, which is Morocco's most significant archaeological site. Take some time to explore the area of Volubilis, and consider joining a tour with a local guide to learn more about these important ruins. After discovering the impressive Roman ruins, continue on to Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco's most important pilgrimage centers. This small town allows you to easily reach the most interesting sites in under an hour. Your next stop is Meknes, known as one of Morocco's four imperial cities. Enjoy some free time to grab lunch, visit the city's top attractions, peruse the souks, and sip coffee in the squares. You will have dinner and spend the night at a hotel or riad.

Depart after breakfast to Asilah via Rabat. While in the capital, explore attractions such as the Royal Palace, the Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, and the Kasbah des Oudayas. In the afternoon, continue to the charming town of Asilah and take a leisurely stroll through its beautiful white medina. Spend the night at a hotel in Asilah.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to either Tangier airport or Tangier, marking the end of the tour.

Enjoy the drive

The drive from Tangier to Asilah is relatively short, taking about an hour. Along the way, you will see the beautiful Atlantic coastline with its sandy beaches and rocky cliffs. Asilah itself is a charming and picturesque coastal town with a laid-back atmosphere. The town's old medina is surrounded by walls and features white-washed buildings adorned with colorful murals and mosaics. The town's main attractions include the 15th-century Portuguese ramparts, the stunning beach, and the Medina with its narrow streets and lively souks.