10-Day Morocco Highlights: Casablanca to Marrakech
Tour Overview
Embark on the ultimate 10-day Moroccan adventure starting in the cosmopolitan hub of Casablanca and concluding in the colorful city of Marrakech. This private tour is carefully paced to show you the absolute highlights of our beautiful country.
From the Atlantic coast, you will journey north into the Rif Mountains to wander the blue-washed walls of Chefchaouen. From there, you will delve into imperial history at Volubilis and Meknes before spending two nights in Fes, the spiritual heart of Morocco. Your journey then heads south across the Atlas mountains to the desert outpost of Merzouga, where you will ride camels into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and sleep in a luxury desert camp under a blanket of desert stars. On the way to Marrakech, you will explore the towering cliffs of Todra Gorges and step onto the movie sets of Kasbah Ait Benhaddou.
Highlights
Itinerary
Casablanca Arrival & Hassan II Mosque
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, you will be met by our driver and transferred to your hotel. Visit the famous Hassan II Mosque, one of the few mosques open to non-Muslims, featuring gorgeous Moroccan craftsmanship and ocean views.
Casablanca to Chefchaouen via Rabat
Head north along the coast to Rabat, Morocco's political capital. Tour the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Continue driving into the scenic Rif Mountains until you reach the breathtaking blue-washed town of Chefchaouen.
Explore Chefchaouen
Enjoy a free day to explore the peaceful blue streets of the Chefchaouen medina. Shop for local handicrafts, visit the old Kasbah in the main square, or hike to the Spanish Mosque for a panoramic sunset view over the valley.
Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis & Meknes
Depart the Rif Mountains for Fes. Along the way, visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the imperial city of Meknes with its grand Bab al-Mansour gate. Arrive in Fes in the evening.
Guided Tour of Fes
Spend the day exploring Fes El Bali, the world's largest living medieval medina. With a local expert guide, visit the famous Chouara Tannery, the Al-Attarine Madrasa, the Nejjarine Fountain, and the historic Jewish Quarter (Mellah).
Fes to Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
An early start as we head south. Pass through Ifrane ("the Switzerland of Morocco") and Azrou's cedar forest, home to wild Barbary macaques. Traverse the Middle Atlas mountains, stop for lunch in Midelt, and continue down the Ziz Valley to Erfoud. Reach Merzouga, where you'll ride camels into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi for sunset and sleep in a luxury desert camp.
Merzouga to Dades Gorge via Todra Gorges
Wake up early to view the sunrise over the Sahara dunes. Ride camels back to Merzouga for breakfast and a shower. Drive to Tinghir and walk through the dramatic Todra Gorges, where rock walls rise 300 meters high. Continue along the road of a thousand Kasbahs to the rugged Dades Valley.
Dades Gorge to Marrakech via Ait Benhaddou
Travel via Ouarzazate to the legendary Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a spectacular fortified village featured in movies like Gladiator. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260m) before descending into Marrakech.
Guided Tour of Marrakech
Explore the red city of Marrakech. Visit the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and the iconic Koutoubia Mosque. In the afternoon, explore the vibrant souks and end the day at Jemaa el-Fnaa square as it comes alive with food stalls and street performers.
Marrakech Departure
Enjoy some final shopping or relaxation in Marrakech before transferring to the airport for your departure flight.
What is Included
- •Private air-conditioned SUV or minivan with professional English-speaking driver/guide
- •9 Nights in premium boutique Riads and hotels
- •1 Night in a luxury private desert camp tent in Erg Chebbi
- •Camel trekking in the dunes of Merzouga
- •Professional local guides in Fes and Marrakech
- •All breakfasts and 3 traditional dinners
What is Not Included
- •Lunches, drinks, and personal expenses
- •Monument entry tickets
- •Tips for driver and local guides
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