10 Days Tour from Casablanca

Overview:

This 10-day tour from Casablanca is designed to showcase the highlights of Morocco, taking you through major cities, historical sites, natural wonders, and the Sahara Desert. Starting from Casablanca, you’ll explore Rabat, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fez, and Ifrane. Then, head south to visit the desert landscapes of Merzouga, where you’ll ride camels and stay overnight in a luxury desert camp. Afterward, visit the Todra and Dades valleys, Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, and cross the Atlas Mountains before finishing the tour in Marrakech.

Tour Information

Tour Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Departure: 08:00 AM
Start Location: Casablanca
End Location: Casablanca

Highlights

Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque
Rabat’s historical sites, including Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah
The blue city of Chefchaouen
Volubilis Roman ruins and Meknes
Fez’s medina, leather tanneries, and historical landmarks
Middle Atlas Mountains and Ifrane
Camel ride and sunset in the Merzouga Desert
4×4 desert excursion and sandboarding
The Todra and Dades Valleys
Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, famous for its role in film productions
High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N’Tichka Pass
Marrakech’s historical monuments and vibrant markets

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca and Transfer to Rabat

Pick up from Casablanca airport
Visit Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
Transfer to Rabat for overnight stay

Day 2: Rabat to Chefchaouen

Visit Hassan Tower, Oudaya Kasbah in Rabat
Drive through Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen
Explore Chefchaouen, overnight stay in a local riad

Day 3: Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis and Meknes

Visit Roman ruins of Volubilis (UNESCO site)
Explore Meknes, including Bab Mansour and the Royal Palace
Head to Fez for overnight stay

Day 4: Fes Sightseeing

Explore the historical medina, Royal Palace, and tanneries
Visit the University of al-Qarawiyyin and Borj Nord for panoramic views
Free time to explore more of Fez

Day 5: Fes to Merzouga (via Middle Atlas and Ziz Valley)

Drive through Ifrane (Switzerland of Morocco) and the Cedar Forest
Stop at the Barbary apes in Azrou
Visit Midelt, Erfoud, and Ziz Valley
Arrive at Merzouga Desert for camel ride and overnight in the desert camp

Day 6: Merzouga Desert 4×4 Excursion

Visit Khamlia village and enjoy Gnawa music
Explore Mefis mines and meet local nomad families
Visit Srij Lake and a small oasis
Return to camp for dinner and Berber music

Day 7: Merzouga to Dades Valley via Todra Gorges

Watch the sunrise over Erg Chebbi dunes
Visit Todra Gorges and take a walk through its stunning canyon
Continue to Dades Valley for overnight stay

Day 8: Dades Valley to Marrakech via Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou

Visit Ouarzazate’s Atlas Film Studios
Explore Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site)
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi N’Tichka Pass (2260m)
Stop at an Argan oil cooperative before reaching Marrakech

Day 9: Marrakech Guided Tour

Explore Marrakech’s historical landmarks: Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Garden, Bahia Palace
Visit Saadian Tombs and the vibrant Jamaa El Fna square
Free time for shopping in the souks

Day 10: Transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca Airport

Depending on flight times, transfer to either Marrakech or Casablanca airport for departure

Included:

Airport transfers and accommodation with breakfast
Private transport with A/C
English-speaking guide/driver
8 nights in hotels/riads, 1 night in a desert camp (includes dinner and breakfast)
Camel ride and 4×4 desert excursion
Berber music and mint tea at the desert camp
Visits to local villages and historical sites
Flexible stops and panoramic views
Lunches and drinks