Start an exciting 10 days trip from Casablanca, delving into Morocco’s rich cultural history, breathtaking landscapes, and dynamic towns.
This distinctive trip provides an optimal combination of historical landmarks, natural marvels, and genuine encounters, making it an excellent option for those seeking an immersive and memorable vacation.
This journey guarantees to highlight the finest aspects of Morocco, including its vibrant medinas, historic ruins, tranquil Sahara Desert, and charming coastal cities.
Comprehensive Itinerary: Covering major cities, historical landmarks, and natural attractions, this tour provides a well-rounded experience of Morocco.
Authentic Experiences: Enjoy camel treks, desert camping, and interactions with local communities for a genuine taste of Moroccan culture.
Expert Guides: Knowledgeable local guides will enhance your journey with insights into Morocco’s history, culture, and traditions.
Comfort and Convenience: Travel in comfort with professional drivers and stay in carefully selected accommodations.
Welcome to Morocco! Arrive at Med V airport in Casablanca where you will meet your private English-speaking driver. The driver will provide a brief review of your tour. Then, visit Casablanca, Morocco’s commercial capital and largest city.
Enjoy the impressive architecture, the majestic Hassan II Mosque, and the gardens, and terrace cafes overlooking the Atlantic Coast.
Afterward, depart towards the main Capital Rabat. Overnight with dinner at the hotel or Riad.
Today, drive to Chefchaouen. Along the way, make short stops before arriving at the blue city. Finally, overnight in an authentic riad in the Medina.
Drive from Chefchaouen to Meknes for a guided tour. Make your way through the rolling hills for a guided visit of the impressive Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the best-preserved Roman ruins in this part of Northern Africa.
Listen to your certified local guide explain life in the Roman Empire as you peer into old bathhouses, marvel at the still-present mosaic floors, and gaze up at the towering marble pillars. Leave the Roman Empire to make your way to Meknes City.
After lunch, start your guided tour in front of the impressive 18th-century Bab Mansour, the ornamental gate to the imperial city of Meknes built by Sultan Moulay Ismail.
Continue your tour to the small but impressive Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Pass by the entrance of the Meknes Royal Palace and end up at Moulay Ismail’s massive Heri Es Souani, his personal stable & granary for his 12,000 horses. Leave Meknes to make your way to Fes. Overnight in Fes with dinner.
After breakfast at your Riad, begin your guided tour of the medina, one of the world’s largest walled-in cities dating back to the 9th century. Walk through its alleys and small streets.
Start by visiting the Royal Palace gate and the Jewish headquarter named “Mellah” built in the 16th century.
Explore the medina’s many artisans’ quarters, such as the brass, copper, and wedding adornment souks. The carpenters, bakers, and butchers also have their area of the medina that they call home. A highlight is a visit to the famous Fes tannery, where you have great views from a panoramic viewpoint over the men hard at work treating and dying the different hides.
See its religious and historical heart when you visit Moulay Idriss II’s Mausoleum (the founder of Fes), the 9th-century Al Karaouine University, and one of the many Medersas (Koranic school). Overnight in the Riad with breakfast.
Continuing your tour, leave Fes towards Erfoud. En route, pass through a scenic forest of cedars and across the Middle Atlas Mountain range to the mineral mining city of Midelt, where a stop for lunch is scheduled. Continue along the dramatic Ziz valley, particularly well-known for its palm trees and the length of the oasis.
Along the road, see innumerable ksars, small villages of individual houses. Reach Erfoud, famous for its date festival and fossils. After approximately 7 hours of travel, arrive at your final destination: Merzouga Sahara Desert. Dinner and night in a Kasbah hotel.
Start your Saharan journey from Merzouga with a visit to a Nomad village, and lunch break in a Kasbah hotel by the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Relax by the pool before the next part of your adventure.
Walk or ride by camel over the sands as the sun begins to set. As you reach the magnificent Erg Chebbi sand dunes, witness them turning a wonderful red hue.
As night falls, listen to the intoxicating beat of Berber drum music and song, enjoying a Moroccan home-cooked feast before sleeping under the stars in your private luxury tent with a private bathroom and hot shower. Enjoy an unforgettable night camping in the middle of the Desert with a Gala dinner.
Your day starts with a picturesque sunrise before enjoying a nice breakfast. Head back to Merzouga to re-join your car and continue your journey towards the gorgeous canyons of Todra Gorge, traveling along the rugged Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.
This area has long been a popular location for Hollywood films such as “The Last Temptation of Christ” and “Jewel of the Nile.” Arrive at the stunning gorges of Todra where springs of water run between the rocks and enjoy the views of natural beauty.
Take a short exploratory walk into the Todra Gorge with its high walls of pink and grey rock which surround you. Continue through the Dades valley. Dinner and night in a Kasbah hotel.
Today, discover the Valley of Roses, Kelaa M’Gouna, a center of Moroccan roses and rose products. Continue your trip via the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing the Skoura palm oasis to Ouarzazate. After a lunch stop in Ouarzazate, visit the UNESCO-protected site of Ait Benhaddou.
Leave the kasbah and start heading towards the majestic Atlas Mountains via the highest road pass of Tizi Tichka (2260m high), offering impressive views of valleys, mountains, and many Berber villages nearby. Arrive in Marrakech by sunset. Dinner and night at the hotel or Riad.
After breakfast, explore the city of Marrakech with a knowledgeable tour guide. Start from the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque, the landmark of Marrakech, which has inspired other buildings such as the Giralda of Seville and the Hassan Tower of Rabat. Your next stop is the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs.
The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back to the time of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur. The tombs were discovered in 1917 and were restored by the Beaux-arts service. The mausoleum comprises the interments of about sixty members of the Saadian Dynasty that originated from the valley of the Draa River.
After the lunch break, continue to the world-famous Jemaa el Fna Square, which houses an array of food, snake charmers, local musicians, and fortune-tellers. There’s nowhere on Earth like the Jemaa el Fna, the square at the heart of old Marrakesh. Walk through the souks and view hundreds of handicrafts. Night with breakfast at the Riad.
Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca Mohammed V International airport for your return flight with plenty of tales of Arabian and Berber days and nights.
This tour offers a unique and comprehensive experience of Morocco, combining cultural immersion, historical exploration, and natural beauty. It’s perfect for travelers looking to discover the diverse and enchanting facets of this incredible country.
Our planned Morocco Tour Itinerary may be changed and adapted to meet your specific requirements and needs; please contact us at any time.
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