The Grand Moroccan Kingdom

The Ultimate Moroccan Masterpiece For those who refuse to compromise, The Grand Moroccan Kingdom is the most complete and prestigious circuit offered by Atlas Menara Tours. Over 14 days, this "epic" journey traces a grand loop from the Mediterranean tip of the north to the golden heart of the Sahara, and across the rugged High Atlas to the Atlantic coast. It is a masterfully curated experience that covers all four Imperial Cities, two distinct mountain ranges, and the country's most iconic landscapes.

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Day 1: Tangier – The Gate of Africa

Your journey begins where two seas and two continents meet.

• Explore the Caves of Hercules, where the cavern opening perfectly mirrors the shape of Africa. Walk through the white-washed Kasbah, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar, where the coast of Spain is visible on clear days.

• Evening: Enjoy dinner in the Petit Socco, once the haunt of artists and writers like Henri Matisse and Paul Bowles.

Day 2: The Blue Pearl of the Rif

Ascend into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, a city that feels like a sapphire dream.

• The afternoon is yours to wander the blue-washed alleys. Your host will point out the most ornate doorways and hidden plazas for world-class photography.

• Watch the town turn a deep indigo from the gardens of the Ras el-Maa spring.

Day 3: Akchour – The Bridge of God

A day dedicated to the raw beauty of the North.

• A guided trek through the Talassemtane National Park leads you to the "God’s Bridge" a massive natural stone arch—or the turquoise pools of the Akchour Waterfalls.

• This is a refreshing mountain escape with crystal-clear water and lush greenery.

Day 4: Roman Ruins & Imperial Grandeur

We transition from the Rif Mountains to the fertile plains.

• Explore the most significant Roman ruins in Morocco, featuring stunning floor mosaics and the soaring Triumphal Arch.

• Visit the 17th-century capital of Sultan Moulay Ismail. Marvel at the Bab Mansour gate and the massive Royal Stables, which once housed 12,000 horses.

• Evening: Arrival in Fes, settling into a palatial Riad.

Day 5: Fes – The Living Middle Ages

• A full-day sensory immersion in the world’s oldest functioning medieval city.

• Watch the brass-makers in Seffarine Square, the weavers of silk, and the famous Chouara Tanneries.

• Visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, a masterpiece of cedar carving, marble, and zellige tilework.

Day 6: Middle Atlas & The Apple Capital

• Drive through Ifrane (Morocco’s "Switzerland") and the Cedar Forest of Azrou, where you can spot wild Barbary macaques.

• Stay overnight in Midelt, situated between the Middle and High Atlas ranges. Known for its apple orchards and mineral mines, it offers a peaceful, cool-mountain atmosphere.

Day 7: Descent into the Sahara

• Pass through the "Tunnel du Légionnaire" into the spectacular Ziz Valley, where a palm oasis stretches as far as the eye can see.

• Arrive in Merzouga. As the sun begins to dip, embark on a camel caravan into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach your luxury desert camp.

Day 8: Sahara & Nomadic Soul

• A full day to absorb the rhythm of the desert.

• Visit the village of Khamlia to hear the hypnotic Gnaoua music.

• Share tea with a nomadic family in their traditional goat-hair tents and learn about their ancient seasonal migration patterns.

• Another evening under the world's clearest star-filled sky.

Day 9: Canyons & Monkey Fingers

• Leave the sand for the dramatic stone landscapes of the South.

• Walk through a 300-meter-deep limestone canyon.

• Navigate the "zigzag" roads to see the "Monkey Fingers"curious rock formations shaped by millennia of erosion.

Day 10: The Oasis of Skoura & Cinema Secrets

• Explore the "Oasis of 1,000 Palms." Visit Kasbah Amridil, a beautifully preserved 17th-century fortress.

• Tour the Atlas Film Studios, the "Hollywood of Africa," where sets from The Mummy and Game of Thrones still stand.

Day 11: The Tizi n'Tichka Pass

• Ascend the legendary Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m). We stop at authentic Women’s Argan Cooperatives to see how "Liquid Gold" is produced.

• Experience the high-energy "Oasis of the South" as we arrive in time for the evening spectacle at Jemaa el-Fna.

Day 12: Marrakech – The Red City Discovery

• Visit the opulent Bahia Palace, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, and the world-famous Majorelle Gardens (formerly owned by Yves Saint Laurent).

• An afternoon of curated shopping for leather, spices, and lanterns with your expert host.

Day 13: Atlantic Breeze – Essaouira

A day trip to the coast for a change of pace.

• Walk the Portuguese ramparts, visit the artisan silver markets, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at the bustling harbor.

• Evening: Return to Marrakech for your farewell dinner at a rooftop Riad.

Day 14: Final Farewell

• Departure: Enjoy a final Moroccan breakfast of msemen and honey before your private transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca Airport.