Day 1 : Casablanca Arrival and Guided Tour
Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, our team will be there to start your 11-day adventure in Morocco. The first day will be spent exploring key landmarks and attractions in Casablanca like the Hassan II Mosque and Corniche. In the evening, you will stay at a local hotel for a traditional Moroccan dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Day 2 : Casablanca to Fes via Rabat
Today, the journey begins in Casablanca, traveling to Fes with stops in Rabat and Meknes, both cities filled with culture and history. In Rabat, the capital, you can visit the Royal Palace, the Kasbah of the Udayas, and the Hassan Tower. Moving on to Meknes, another former imperial city, there are more attractions to explore. Before reaching Fes, a visit to the Roman ruins of Volubilis offers a glimpse into Morocco’s past. Finally, arriving in Fes at night, you can experience the traditional Moroccan riad and the city’s authentic atmosphere.
Today’s main attraction is a guided tour of Fes, a historic city in Morocco known for its rich culture and ancient architecture. The tour includes a visit to the medina, where you will navigate narrow streets and see key sites like the Jewish Quarter, the Royal Palace, the famous tanneries, and the Quaraouine Mosque. After enjoying lunch at a traditional Moroccan restaurant, you will have a panoramic view of the city. The tour ends with an overnight stay at a local riad, where dinner and breakfast are provided.
Day 4 : Fes – Ifran – Azrou – Midelt – Merzouga
Depart at 8:00 am for Erg Chebbi dunes. Stop in Ifrane and see monkeys in the cedar forest. Have lunch in Midelt, known for apples. Travel through the Middle Atlas mountains and Ziz valley. See palm groves and agriculture. Reach Erfoud with mud ksars and marble. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon for a camel ride through the dunes. Enjoy sunset, dinner by a bonfire, local music and dance. Stay overnight in a luxury private tent with a private bath and hot shower. Enjoy the starry sky of the Sahara.
Day 5 : Merzouga Desert 4×4 Tour
Experience the Merzouga Desert with an exploration showcasing its cultural and natural wonders. Meet the Gnawa people in Khamlia village to learn about their music and way of life. Enjoy a camel ride with experienced handlers to uncover hidden treasures among the sand dunes. Traverse the highest dunes in Morocco, reveling in the stunning desert colors. Have a dinner with desert views and spend a night in a desert camp under the stars, enjoying camel-hair bongo drum beats and Berber nomad stories.
Day 6 : Merzouga – Todra gorges – Dades valley – Dades Gorges
Early morning wake up to watch the sunrise over the dunes, breakfast at the camp, camel ride back to Merzouga, travel to dades valley through Rissani where we wil have time to explore it’s traditional big markets then to Todra Vally through many berber towns and villages before we get to Todgha gorge, one of the most breathtaking places in Morocco. Todgha gorge is also a good place for hiking and where the nomads coming down from the mountains to pick water from the river, time to walk and explore the area, lunch at the spot, travel further to Dades vally and Dades Gorge with a stop at both including the Monkey fingers vally, hotel overnight stay.
Day 7 : Dades Gorge – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Driving through the Dades Valley, we reach Ouarzazate, stopping at Kalaat Mgouna in the Roses Valley. We visit local movie studios before heading to Ait Ben Haddou to see its famous Kasbah. Spend the night in a charming riad, experiencing the UNESCO World Heritage site’s allure with dinner and breakfast.
Day 8 : Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Embark on a scenic drive to Marrakech through the breathtaking Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass over the High Atlas Mountains. Upon arrival in Marrakech, immerse yourself in the medina’s vibrant atmosphere and stay overnight in a hotel near the heart of the city.
Day 9 : Marrakech Guided Tour
Start your day with a visit to Majorelle Gardens, designed by Jacques Majorelle. Then, see the impressive Koutoubia Tower. Enjoy lunch near Jemaa el-Fnaa square before exploring the Saadian Tombs. End the day at Bahia Palace. Finish with a relaxing evening at a hammam or exploring the souks.
Day 10 : Day trip to Essaouira
You have a day trip planned today. Make sure you are in the lobby at 08:30am to meet your driver who will take you on a 3-hour drive to Essaouira, a coastal town. Along the way, there will be two stops – one at a café for refreshments and restroom, and the other at a factory to see how argan oil is produced. Once in Essaouira, explore the town, known for its handicrafts and history, before heading back to Marrakech in the afternoon. Lunch will be provided in the medina or at the port. Stay overnight at a riad in Marrakech.
Day 11 : Marrakech to Casablanca
On the last day, we will return to Casablanca after exploring Marrakech. Reflect on the memories and experiences gained during the tour. Our team will ensure a smooth transfer back to Casablanca, marking the end of the adventure. We hope you enjoyed discovering Morocco’s landscapes and cultural treasures with our guides and drivers. Safe travels, and may your memories of Morocco stay with you forever.
