Day 1: Tangier
Welcome to Morocco arrive in Tangier either by boat or plane and transfer to your hotel in Tangier. Tangier is an ancient port steeped in history, as used to protect the entrance to the Mediterranean. It has a very busy Medina and the new city.
Day 2: Cape Espartel
Spend the morning exploring Tangier. This afternoon head just west of Tangier to Cape Espartel via the Montagne. Here it is possible to see eagles and migratory birds heading towards, through Spain or returning for the winter. Visit the Grottes d’ Hercule just 5km south of the lighthouse at cape Espartel. According to legend Hercules rested in the caves after having dug the straights between Europe and Africa.
Day 3: Tetouan
Leaving Tangier, head west along the coast and the mountain road towards Ceuta (Ceuta to the locals). There are good views of the sea and it is possible to climb Jebel Musa, opposite the Rock of Gibraltar (Jebel Tarik). After lunch, in Tetouan, continue your journey along the coast, passing the small fishing port of Cabo Negro and then head towards the mountains to Chefchaouen. This town, founded in 1471, was very isolated until the early 20th century. High in the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen is painted in shades of blue, a precious legacy of the Jewish population that lived there.
Day 4: Chefchaouen
Enjoy a day of leisure in Chefchaouen, a haven of peace and tranquility. Discover the medina of Chefchaouen, the silk weaving and wool quarter, the main square with its cafes, and the souks. Perhaps barter for a kilim in the market, where you can get some good deals.
Day 5: The Rif Mountains
Today you travel through the Rif Mountains to Fes. The Rif Mountains are still relatively unexplored by visitors, partly because they are so remote, and partly because hashish is grown in fields in hidden valleys. However, with your guide and driver, you will be able to relax and enjoy Morocco’s unspoiled wilderness.
Day 6: Fes
The largest and oldest medieval city in the world, Fes is a hive of bustling activity and truly fascinating. Spend the day exploring this historic city, the souks, the palaces and the sights from the museum and the old Kasbah just outside the city walls.
Day 7: Roman city of Volubilis
Leaving the city this morning, visit the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, in the foothills of the Middle Atlas Mountains. Incredible mosiacs, gates, villas and the forum remains – the city is so large that not everything has been excavated yet. In the afternoon, visit the city of Moulay Idriss, only open to non-Muslims in recent history and named after the founder of Fez. Overnight in the imperial city of Meknes.
Day 8: Views of the Rif Mountains
Depart Meknes, pass through the Rif Mountains and the town of Ksar el-Kbir, return to Tangier. Spend your last night at leisure, time for some last minute souvenir shopping or a nice meal in one of the many delicious restaurants.
Day 9: Tangier
Departure and transfer to the airport or ferry port.