11 Days Grand Morocco Tour from Casablanca

11 Days Grand Morocco Tour from Casablanca To Sahara Desert

Tour Overview:

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through Morocco’s most iconic cities, majestic landscapes, and ancient cultures. From the modern bustle of Casablanca to the magical Sahara Desert dunes, this grand tour offers a rich blend of imperial cities, mountain scenery, desert adventure, and authentic Berber hospitality.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Casablanca via Moroccan Imperial Cities
leaving Casablanca for the imperial cities.
a full-day city tour in Fes with an authorized local guide
Drive through the High Atlas Mountains’ Tizi n Tichka Pass.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Pass Ouarzazate and stop at the Taourirt Kasbah and the film studios.
Overnight in tents and a camel ride to the sunset and sunriseCasablanca

Private air-conditioned transportation
English/Spanish/French-speaking driver/guide
10 nights accommodation (hotels, riads, and desert camp)
Daily breakfast & some dinners (including desert dinner)
Camel eash for the trek in the Sahara Desert
Local guides in Fes and Marrakech

Alcoholic beverages and fresh drinks,and tips
Lunch meal

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca – Rabat
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca Airport, visit the Hassan II Mosque (the largest in Africa), then continue to Rabat, the capital city. Explore the Oudayas Kasbah, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Overnight in Rabat.

Day 2: Rabat – Chefchaouen (The Blue City)
Travel north through the Rif Mountains to the picturesque town of Chefchaouen, known for its blue-washed alleys and stunning mountain views. Free time to explore.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Drive to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, then visit the imperial city of Meknes to see Bab Mansour and Moulay Ismail’s mausoleum. Continue to Fes for the night.
Overnight in Fes.

Day 4: Fes – Guided City Tour
Explore Fes, the oldest imperial city and cultural heart of Morocco. Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, the Tanneries, the Medersa Bou Inania, and wander through the UNESCO-listed medina.
Overnight in Fes.

Day 5: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
Journey south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane (the “Switzerland of Morocco”) and the cedar forest of Azrou. After lunch in Midelt, drive through the Ziz Valley to Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara.
Overnight in Merzouga (desert lodge).

Day 6: Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Dunes (Camel Trek & Desert Camp)
Spend the morning exploring the nomadic culture of the desert. Visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music, and meet local Berber families. In the afternoon, ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to your desert camp. Enjoy traditional music under the stars.
Overnight in Sahara Desert camp.

Day 7: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Wake early for sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, travel to Rissani (famous for its market), then continue to the spectacular Todra Gorges, a haven for climbers. End the day in the stunning Dades Valley. Overnight in Dades Gorges.

Day 8: Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou
Drive along the Route of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing the Rose Valley. Visit Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) and the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a famous film location.
Overnight in Ait Benhaddou.

Day 9: Ait Benhaddou – High Atlas – Marrakech
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m). Arrive in Marrakech, the Red City. Free time to explore or relax.
Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 10: Marrakech – Guided City Tour
Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Marrakech. Visit the Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs, Majorelle Garden, and bustling Jemaa el-Fna square.
Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 11: Marrakech – Casablanca (Departure)
Transfer to Casablanca Airport for your departure flight. End of tour with unforgettable memories of Morocco.

11 Days Grand Morocco Tour from Casablanca