“Walking Fez's medina with a guide who actually lives in it is another experience. Every detail was perfect: charming riads, on-time transfers and tips you won't find in any guidebook.”
Sophie & Antoine
Lyon, FR·Imperial cities · 5 days
Northern Morocco journeysFez · Chefchaouen · Tangier
Northern Morocco.
Blue-painted towns, ancient medinas, Roman mosaics, mountain villages and history-rich cities — a fascinating blend of textures, aromas and cultures that reveal the most authentic and cultural side of Morocco.
Morocco's imperial cities are a true window into the country's past. Filled with history, culture and traditions, they offer an immersion into a unique way of life where the Arab, Berber and Andalusian legacy remains very much alive. Their medinas, palaces, mosques and souks reveal Morocco from an unmatched cultural, historical and culinary perspective.
Two cultural crossings
Choose your northern route.
Two ways to discover northern Morocco: a cultural immersion in the imperial cities, or a full crossing from Fez to Tangier.
01Northern Morocco journeys
6 days / 5 nights
Northern Morocco journeys
Imperial cities
- Fez
- Meknès
- Volubilis
- Rabat
- Marrakech
Morocco holds an extraordinary historical and architectural legacy that can be uncovered through its famous imperial cities.
For travellers who want a deep cultural immersion in just a few days, this route focuses on the north of the country to reveal some of its most emblematic treasures.
Throughout the journey, travellers will discover ancient medinas, historical monuments, traditional markets and cities steeped in history, where every corner mirrors centuries of Moroccan culture and tradition.
From€860per person
“The riad in Fez was a hidden jewel. The seven-vegetable couscous dinner on the rooftop while the adhan was calling is one of those moments that stay.”
Isabel & Diogo
Porto, PT·Fez · Meknes · Volubilis · 5 days
The soul of the North
The richness and beauty of northern Morocco
Morocco is a land of mystery and charm, with a fascinating culture and history waiting to be discovered.
The imperial cities are among the country's most beautiful and iconic places, offering travellers a unique window into Morocco's past.
From the grand architecture of the imperial cities to the labyrinthine streets of Fez, these historical destinations are full of hidden treasures to be explored.
The imperial cities are a true gateway to the past. Filled with history, tradition and life, they reveal a way of living deeply tied to Moroccan identity.
The four imperial cities hold some of the most impressive architectures of the Arab world, and offer the opportunity to experience Moroccan cuisine, its traditional markets and its vibrant cultural life in full bloom.
Imperial cities
Fez, Meknès and Rabat — the imperial soul.
Four capitals, a thousand years of history, one route weaving souks, madrasas and palaces.
Imperial cities
Fez, Meknès and Rabat — the imperial soul.
Four capitals, a thousand years of history, one route weaving souks, madrasas and palaces.
Gallery · Imperial cities
A thousand years of legacy.
The medinas of Fez and Meknes, the Roman mosaics of Volubilis and Rabat — the cultural soul of northern Morocco.
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01Chouara tanneries · Fez
02Bab al Mansour · Meknes
03Volubilis · Roman mosaics
04Rabat · Hassan Tower
05Bou Inania Madrasa
06Calligraphy and geometry
02Northern Morocco journeys
7 days / 6 nights
Northern Morocco journeys
Fez – Tangier
- Fez
- Meknès
- Volubilis
- Chefchaouen
- Tetouan
- Tangier
We invite you on a journey through northern Morocco, visiting some of the country's most fascinating imperial cities, alongside parts of the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts.
The route also includes Chefchaouen, the famous «blue town» nestled in the Rif mountains — one of the most magical and photogenic places in Morocco.
In just a few days, the journey blends sea, mountain and culturally rich cities, offering a complete experience of the Moroccan north.
From€775per person
“Chefchaouen at sunrise, without tourists, is worth the entire trip. Xaluca knows exactly when to be where.”
Julien Moreau
Paris, FR·Tangier · Chefchaouen · Fez · 6 days
“After Marrakech's heat, Essaouira's Atlantic wind was a blessing. Fresh fish at the harbour and golden sunsets — a perfect finale.”
Paula & Ben
Hamburg, DE·Marrakech & Essaouira · 5 days
Northern mosaic
Historic cities and emblematic destinations
Fez, Meknès, Volubilis, Chefchaouen, Tetouan and Tangier all stand out as unique cities, each with its own personality.
From their striking architecture to their lively souks and squares full of life, these destinations are an essential stop for any traveller eager to discover the culture, history and authentic essence of Morocco.
Each city offers a different experience — from the spirituality and tradition of Fez to the Mediterranean, cosmopolitan air of Tangier, the blue serenity of Chefchaouen and the historical ruins of Volubilis.
Tangier · Chefchaouen · Rif
The blue north.
Where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean and painted villages climb the mountainside.
Tangier · Chefchaouen · Rif
The blue north.
Where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean and painted villages climb the mountainside.
Gallery · Rif & Mediterranean
From Rif indigo to Mediterranean blue.
Chefchaouen, the Akchour waterfalls, the Andalusian medina of Tetouan and the Portuguese ramparts of Asilah.
06 images
01Chefchaouen · blue town
02Tetouan · Andalusian medina
03Akchour waterfalls
04Tangier · Cape Spartel
05Asilah · Portuguese ramparts
06Rif MediterraneanFeatured cities
Six jewels of the Moroccan north.
Each city offers a different experience — from the spirituality of Fez to the cosmopolitan air of Tangier, by way of Chefchaouen's blue serenity.
FezSpirituality & tradition
MeknèsImperial walls
VolubilisRoman ruins
ChefchaouenBlue serenity
TetouanAndalusian medina
TangierCosmopolitan Mediterranean
Advice
Design your cultural journey, tailor-made.
Both itineraries can be adapted to your pace, dates and group size. Talk to our team and we'll fine-tune it together.
Voices from those who discovered Morocco with Xaluca.
“Xaluca turned every day into a postcard. Sleeping under the Erg Chebbi stars after tea with nomads has been the most authentic thing we've ever lived.”
Laia & Marc
Barcelona, ES·Atlas + Erg Chebbi · 7 days
“We asked for something special for our honeymoon. They woke us up with white linen, rose petals and a sky with zero light pollution. Unforgettable.”
Ricardo & Ana
Lisboa, PT·Sahara honeymoon · 5 days
“The Gnawa music night in Khamlia left me speechless. The krakebs, the drums, the trance… Xaluca has known these families for years, and it shows.”
Hugo Salinas
Buenos Aires, AR·Sahara & Amazigh culture · 6 days
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Blue ChefchaouenAkchour waterfallsCosmopolitan Tangier
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