14 Days Tour from Casablanca

The 14 days tour from Casablanca starts today when you are picked up from the airport and transferred to the hotel. Depending on your time of arrival, we might have a visit to Casablanca highlights. As the economic capital of Morocco, Casa today is not unlike a large southern European city with a population of over three million.

Hassan II mosque is the city emblem and the most interesting building in the city. Took six years to be built, the mosque can hold 105 000 worshippers; 25 000 inside and 80 000 on the outside courtyards. It is the second biggest mosque in Africa. Accommodation in Casablanca.

Breakfast in Casablanca, the second-day destination is Tangier. The way takes us along several cities; the main stop will be Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco. We will visit the splendid Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, the city emblem and the incompleted mosque, and the Udaya kasbah.

Next, we will go on a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast to reach the beautiful city of Asilah. It is one of the most elegant of the old Portuguese Atlantic ports; the town colored in blue and white is small, easy to manage, and exceptionally clean. Having a seafood lunch in this beautiful town, we jump into the car and continue driving north to Tangier. and overnight at a hotel in Tangier.

Having breakfast in the morning, we visit Tangier’s touristic destination. As once an international port, this city is the gateway to the African continent. Departing Tangier for the enchanting mountain village of Chefchaouen, we will pass through the green valleys of the Rif Mountains.

Usually referred to as the blue pearl of the Rif Mountains, Chefchaouen or Chaouen is simply the most beautiful small town in the country. Well-known for its blue-washed houses and streets, it’s a great attraction for both national and international tourism. Stroll through the town’s tortuous pathways and cramped lanes which are full of souks displaying local cuisine and craftsman works, such as woolly items, fancywork…etc!

After a tasty lunch, you can relax at Place Outa el Hammam where most of the town’s evening life takes place, it’s a pretty square for simply relaxing and admiring the majestic Rif Mountains which overlook the town. Overnight in Chefchaouen.

After breakfast in Chefchaouen, our next destination is Fes. A couple of hour’s drive to drop us in Volubilis. The well-preserved Roman ruins dating back to 225 BC, offer the best views of mosaics in Morocco. Guided by a local expert guide, you will go deeper into the Roman empire’s history and culture. 30km drive takes us to Meknes city; unlike any other city in Morocco, Meknes city is associated with a single figure, Sultan Moulay Ismail.

During his 55-year reign, the city was transformed from a forgettable provincial center into a spectacular capital with twenty gates and over fifty palaces enclosed within 45km of exterior walls. A visit to the founder’s Mausoleum will help us discover more about the city especially when we go closer to Place El-Hedim, the square of the city’s evening life.

In front of the square, there is the Bab Mansour, startingly rich in its ceremonial decoration and almost perfectly preserved. Finally, we visit the granary of Dar el Makhazen and Heri es Souani which is used for irrigation and plantation. In the evening, we hit the road to Fes city. Overnight accommodation at the medina of Fes.

Today you will explore the cultural capital of Morocco, Fes city. Home to one of the oldest universities in the world, Al-Qaraouiyine University, the city holds marvelous cultural, religious, and historical sites. Starting with the massive golden doors of the Royal Palace and the blue gate of Bab Bou Jeloud, the trip continues by shading the lights on Fes highlights.

Madrasa Bouinania and Al Attarine Madrasa are old schools for teaching Quran that are worth visiting. We also definitely visit the most attraction of Fes, Chaouara Tanneries, and unique experience to see the natural dyeing products. To go deeper into the area’s culture and history, you can walk through the colorful alleys full of shops selling different products. Moulay Idriss Mausoleum is an essential station during the trip, Moulay Idriss is the founder of Fes city at the end of the eighth century.

The following stop would be the Najjarine Museum of wooden arts and crafts. After lunch and some rest, experience a panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes. Overnight in the same city.

After an early breakfast, we will drive to the Sahara Desert through the Mid-Atlas Mountains. Ifrane as the first stop of the drive is something of an anomaly among Moroccan towns; a little prim, even perhaps a little smug, it’s often called the “Switzerland of Morocco”.

Not too far from Ifrane, we will obviously stop in the Cedar Forest of Azrou, where you’ll see the wildlife in Morocco; the Barbary apes moving around, Berber horses, and nomadic shepherds. Left the Middle Atlas and start driving in the High Atlas, we will stop to refresh and have lunch in Midelt city, known for its handicraft cooperative and an important mining center as well as the first producer of apple fruits in the country.

Crossing the High Atlas Mountains in Midelt province, you will notice the change from humid green lands to dry yellow deserts with oases and valleys hither and thither. Passing through the Zaabal tunnel, we are officially in the province of Errachidia where we usually stop next to the dam of Al-Hassan Ad-Dakhil.

This dam is the source of drinking and irrigation water for all of the Tafilalt region. Have a stop for a panoramic view of Ziz Valley, we continue driving through the small cities of Erfoud and Rissani. Once the sand dunes start appearing, we made it to the Sahara Desert of Merzouga.

Today is a special day, you will have an unforgettable experience when we discover the secrets of the desert, explore more about the nomadic lifestyle, and listen to different local music. The journey begins by going on a tour of the dunes on a 4×4 vehicle; we take the off-road used by the Dakar Rally years ago. We stop at the top of black volcanic rocks of fossils where you can panoramically see the dunes of Erg-Chebbi.

On the edges of the high dunes, live nomad families, we will stop to refresh and have a glass of tea with them, talk to family members, see their livestock and play with their children. After that we continue the way to Khamlia village; a village inhabited by nice black people serving their art of Gnawa music. The Desert also has got a lake in which we will pay a visit, the lake in springtime attracts pink flamingos and wildlife.

After some relaxation in the hotel, we head to the dunes where camels are waiting for us. On the back of the camels, you will experience the old nomadic way of transportation by making your way through the sand dunes to get to the camps.

Attending a magical sunset above the dunes, dinner is served followed by drum music to help you get along with Berber nomadic special nights, or you can watch the clear sparkling sky above the dune and marvel at billions of shining stars. You will spend the night in your own private traditional Berber well-organized tent in the middle of the Sahara Desert.

An early wake-up call for the magical sunrise before our breakfast, we ride camels back to the village of Merzouga, where we meet our driver again and hit the road to Boumalne Dades. Drive for 36km gets us on Rissani. With its rich souk full of craftsmanship and its magnificent Ksours in and around the city, Rissani is the Alaouite cradle and the gate of the Sahara Desert.

Erfoud is another small city near Rissani, known for dates production and fossils workshops. After that, we continue the way to Tinghir. With its beautiful valley, the city opens the way to the famous gorges of Todgha. This trench through the High Atlas presents an arresting spectacle, its gigantic rock walls changing color to magical effects as they unfold.

Took a walk in the majestic Gorges, and we continue driving to Dades Valley. This valley begins almost immediately north of Boumalne, known for its high cliffs of limestone and weirdly shaped erosions. In the evening, we stop at Boumalne Dades to find out more about the area. Overnight in the hotel.

On the morning of the ninth-day trip, we depart Boumalne Dades and make our way to Marrakech. We will drive through the Roses Valley and Berber Villages to see what life is like in the countryside of Morocco. Skoura village, which lies off the main road, holds a well-known kasbah usually referred to as a living museum, Amerhidil Kasbah, a 17th-century kasbah that was built by a family which is still responsible for it. The kasbah has also been the backdrop of different movies such as Lawrence of Arabia.

Next, we drive for less than an hour to visit Ouarzazate city, an important city in the south and home to many movie studios. We will visit the city’s only real sight of historical interest, Taourirt Kasbah which is owned by the Lord of the Atlas, Thami El Glaoui. After that, we will reach the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou which is famous for its buildings that attract so many filmmakers to film their works in the Kasbah.

Explore the kasbah alleyways up to the top and get a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area before heading over the High Atlas Mountains in one of the most beautiful drives in Morocco, you’ll absolutely get a great chance for incredible photos. Next, we will start a picturesque drive through the High Atlas Mountains and stop on top of Tizi N’Tishka mountain passing 2260m to enjoy the panoramic view of the whole area.

In the evening, we will reach Marrakech. Overnight accommodation in the Red City.

New city new adventure. Marrakech is the second oldest imperial city in the country, known as the “Pearl of the South”. The sightseeing tour will shed the light on the city’s main points of interest.

Constructed in the 16th century, the Saadian tombs are home to 66 of the Saadian rulers and family members, the Koutoubia Mosque is the city emblem and one of the great Almohad architectural achievements, the Bahia Palace; the ideal of Arabic domestic architecture expressed in a 19th-century politician’s mansion, and finally the Menara Garden which is a favorite spot for those who want to escape the hustle and enjoy some peace and quiet, the reflective pool and the pavilion surrounded by olive trees offer excellent photo opportunities with the Atlas Mountains range reflection in the water.

After a local tasty lunch and some rest, we continue the tour exploring the souks and the world’s famous Djemaa El Fna place, which is a square of Marrakech evening life, it offers various entertainments, such as storytellers, acrobats, snake-charmers, magicians, that never seems to rest, but you can easily escape to one of the many surrounding rooftop cafes and restaurants, so you can have a bird’s eye view. Return accommodation for overnight stay.

Following breakfast in Marrakech, we set up for a day trip to Azilal province, Ouzoud waterfalls particularly. The waterfalls (110m) are the most visited attraction in the area and among the very best things that Morocco has to offer. Situated 150 km from the northeast of Marrakech. Along the way on the High Atlas Mountains, we’ll drive through Berber villages and olive groves that cover the region. Once we get to the place, enjoy the amazing view of water falling over the side of the steep slope making a beautiful waterfall.

Have a rest, drink a mint tea and take some memorable photos. The surrounding countryside named Tanajmilt is also worth visiting; it offers a great chance to see real rural life and offers great photo opportunities; red cliffs, olive groves, tamarisk trees, oleander, apes, and doves.

During lunchtime, we settle in one of the local restaurants where you can enjoy your lunch with a view of the waterfalls from their terraces. After that, we go on a short walk around the valley so that we can see the falls from the top, it’s where you can have the best view of the falls to the bottom. Once we covered the main points in the waterfalls, we jump into the car and back to Marrakech.

Following breakfast in Marrakech, this day is devoted to visiting Essaouira city; a coastal attraction for both local and foreign tourists. On the way to this city, you will get the opportunity to see shepherds and take photos of their goats climbing the thorny Argan trees looking for food.

The Argan tree is a thorny tree that grows only in Morocco, it is famous in the Sous region; Berber women cooperate and establish specialized cooperatives on this product. They produce Argan oil from the kernels of the Argan tree, this oil is used for food and cosmetic.

During your time in Essaouira, you will have a guided visit to the ancient port and the Scala, an 18th-century bastion that defended the city from external attacks. Over the top of the bastion, you will see the spectacular scenery of the Atlantic Ocean.

After a seafood lunch, the tour continues visiting the municipal market, jeweler’s quarter, and a handicrafts complex. In the evening, you will have free time to explore the area yourself or rest at the beach and watch the sunset. Overnight in Essaouira.

Departing Essaouira, we will make our way toward Casablanca through different Moroccan cities. Along the way beside the ocean, we will pass by the city of Safi, the main fishing port for the country’s sardine industry, then to Oualida, a wonderful town where we stop for a delicious seafood lunch.

After lunch we will continue the way by crossing El Jadida city,  also called Mazagan, this old fortified city was established in 1513 by the Portuguese and was registered as a UNESCO world heritage in 2004.

In the evening, we will reach Casablanca where we spend the night.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Airport depending on your flight departure time. End of our 14 days trip from Casablanca.