Overview

Over 10 days, a tour through Morocco from Casablanca to Marrakesh provides a rich tapestry of experiences blending history, culture, and landscapes. we will meet at Casablanca airport then moving to the city, where you will visiting the majestic Hassan II Mosque and explore the bustling cityscape before heading to Rabat, you explore Kasbah of the Udayas, royal palace and Hassan tower. From there, Chefchaouen beckons with its picturesque blue streets, followed by the the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes, with its impressive historical sites. Arrival at Fez with its UNESCO-listed medina (Fez El-Bali), and offering a glimpse into Morocco’s imperial past. Next, you’ll moving to Merzouga Desert, where camel ride and desert camp under the starlit sky await.

Traversing the Atlas Mountains, where the route winds through the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges, where rugged landscapes meet verdant oases. Roses Valley provides a serene pause before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aït Benhaddou, a preserved ancient kasbah and known for its ancient mud-brick architecture and as a filming location for many movies. It represents Morocco’s rich cultural heritage and historical trading routes. Next, we head towards Marrakesh through the picturesque Tizi n’Tichka pass, you arrive in Marrakesh is renowned for its historic palaces, rich cultural heritage, and bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa square. A day trip to Essaouira provides a rejuvenating coastal getaway with its historic Portuguese fortifications and artistic ambiance. Afterwards, we’ll pick you up to the Marrakesh airport.

Tour plan

DEtailed Itinerary

1st Day: Arrival at Casablanca Airport and City Tour

Welcome to Morocco! Your guide will pick you up at Airport to visit Casablanca. Its a home of industries and finance business. once we arrive, we’ll go to visit Mohammed V Square. It’s a lively and bustling area, particularly during the daytime when people are going about their daily activities. It’s a great place to soak in the atmosphere, people-watch, and appreciate the blend of historical and modern architecture. Next, we’ll head to the spectacular Mosque of Hassan II situated directly at the ocean. Its a largest mosque in Africa, built in the modern era. Next, enjoy a leisurely walk along the Corniche Boulevard, a scenic promenade lined with palm trees and offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. Overnight in your Hotel.

Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen

In the morning, we’ll pick you up from your hotel and drive towards to Rabat. It is a capital city of Morocco and one of the country’s major cities and holds administrative, economic, and cultural significance. Following we arrive, we begin to discover the city, including the magnificent mausoleum of Mohammed V and Hassan II, Hassan Tower a largest minaret in the world, and Royal Palace. Free time for lunch in a restaurant in Rabat. Overnight in your hotel/riad at Chefchaouen.

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fez

After your Breakfast, you will have a half-day Chefchaouen city tour, where you have the opportunity to visit several historic landmarks in the town, including the Grand Mosque, the Kasbah, and the Ethnographic Museum, and its vibrant markets, traditional crafts, and local artisans. Explore the town’s winding alleyways and colorful streets. You can wander through the town’s blue-painted buildings, which provide a unique backdrop for photographs and a one-of-a-kind experience. The next stop of the day is to Volubilis. It is one of the best-preserved Roman archaeological sites in North Africa and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Overinght in your hotel/riad at Fez.

This full day trip let you to visit historical sites with a local guide, including Royal Palace, its the official residence of the King of Morocco when he visits the city. Next, we head towards Panorama of Fez, where you’ll see a wonderful panoramic view of the Medina. Let’s go visit the Pottery. Afterward, your guide will organize for you a walking tour of the Medina visiting the famous many historical monuments. The Medina of Fez founded in the 9th century and in 1981 was included into the UNESCO World Heritage site. It is famous for being home to the world’s oldest university named Al-Qarawiyyin. Take in the beautiful historic buildings and homes while discovering their stories in the Medina. Overnight at riad/hotel.

Fez – Ifran – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Arfoud – Merzouga

In the morning and after your breakfast, we will pick you up at your hotel in Fez at 7:30 am for your journey to Merzouga. Our first stop is Ifrane, known for its beautiful landscapes, clean streets, and European-style architecture, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine houses and snowy winters. Next, we drive to the Cedar Forest, which is home to diverse wildlife, including the endangered Barbary macaques. Lunch will be at a charming restaurant in Midelt. Afterward, we’ll drive along the foothills of the Ziz Valley Mountains, taking in the stunning scenery. We’ll stop at a mountain peak for coffee and panoramic views of the Ziz Valley. Upon arriving in Merzouga, you’ll enjoy a camel ride to the desert camp, which takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, including a break to relax and watch the sunset over the dunes. Spend the night in a well-equipped Berber camp, enjoy traditional folk songs, and savor a traditional dinner under the stars.

Merzouga – Rissani – Todgha Gorges – Dades Gorges

In the morning you will enjoy an memorable experience!, where you’ll climb the dunes upwards to watch the sunrise (optional). Then go back into the camp for serve a warm typical breakfast. Next, depart the authentic south to Dades valley. our first stop the day is to Rissani Town, where you’ll visit one of the oldest and most authentic traditional markets in the country, with a rich history dating back several centuries. Next, we continue our drive to Todra Dades. It’s a lovely stop along the route to the Sahara desert, and features high limestone cliffs rising up to 300m. The landscape of this place even in summer leaves a deep impression. Lunch in the local restaurant Todra Dades. The last stop of the day is to winding Road in Dades. It’s a Gorge carved out by the Dades River, which separates the Atlas Mountains to the Anti-Atlas. Overnight in your riad at Dades Gorge.

Dades Gorges – Roses Valley – Aït Benhaddou Kasbah – Marrakesh

After your breakfast, we drive towards Marrakesh. Our first stop of the day is to Kalaat M’Gouna, also known as Valley of Roses, where provides insights into the local Berber culture and way of life. The town is famous for its rose cultivation and production. Every May, Kalaat M’Gouna hosts the Rose Festival, a vibrant celebration of the local rose harvest. Next, we drive towards Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and one of Morocco’s most famous sites. Once we arrive, it will be time for lunch and have a memorable lunch. Aït Benhaddou is a fortified historic kasbah and was a major stop point on the ancient caravan route between Marrakech and the Sahara. Many various movies were filmed at this historic site such as Gladiator, Black Hawk Down, The Message, and most recent critically acclaimed series Game of Thrones. Next, we continue our tour to the last stop through Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass 2.260m. Time for a short stop for some great photos and rest. Overnight in your riad/hotel at Marrakesh.

Marrakech full-day tour begins with pick you up at your hotel in the morning, where our local guide will walk you to visit historical sites, including the Saadien’s Tombs is mausoleums that house the remains of important figures from the Saadi Dynasty, then Ibn Youssef School one of the most famous schools in Morocco, named after the Almoravid sultan Ali ibn Yusuf. Visit Bahia Palace tha was built in the 19th century. You’ll be able to admire these important monuments of historical, you can also walk freely through the narrow alleyways of the medina. Next, head toward Jemaa El-Fna square, an open space in the medina and here tribes of the area come to sell their wares. Your tour continues with a local guide into “Majorelle Garden”, named after its creator Frensh artist “Jacques Majorelle”. It was designed in year 1923. Overnight in hotel.

Marrakesh – Essaouira

In the morning, we will pick you up at your hotel/riad towards Essaouira. Our first stop of the day is to Sidi Mokhtar town is where we will make our first stop of the day for morning local refreshments. Before arriving at the laste stop of the day, you will bring you first to the Argan trees forest, you might catch a glimpse of some goats climbing the branches of Argan oil. Following we Arrive, you’ll have the opportunity to view panorama of Essaouira and get a great look at the medina before exploring them on foot.
The medina of Essaouira known as Mogador became a UNESCO World Heritage in the year 2001. In the shade of these walls, you’ll have time to explore each each of the medina’s famous historical monuments and ruins such as, souk of medina that offers you a stroll through the lanes of merchants, Gates of Medina, Sqala du Port and Ramparts of the city, by the sea there’s a platform with cannons pointed out at the sea and, taste local seafood delights at its best. Overnght in your hotel/riad.

Essaouira – Marrakesh Airport

Today, there’s free time until the transfer to Marrakesh airport and the tour end.


Included

  • Private Vehicle with A/C
  • Experienced English-speaking Driver/Guide
  • Pick-up & drop-off at/from your Hotel/Riad, Airport
  • Local Guide In Volubilis, Fez and Marrakesh
  • All Accommodations
  • Meals: Breakfasts and Dinners Except in Chefchaouen, Fez, Marrakesh and Essaouira are Breakfast only
  • Camel Trek In & Out Desert Camp
  • Sandboarding (optional)
Included Services:
  • Service quality
  • Free time to explore the sites

Not Included

  • Tipping & other personal expenses
  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Paid visits