11 Days Tour from Casablanca

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

We pick you up from the airport or your accommodation in Casablanca. Casablanca serves as both Morocco’s economic hub and its largest city. Firstly, we visit the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco. It is located on the west coast of the city. The location boasts a stunning view of the Atlantic Ocean from its cliffside position. Free time for lunch. Then we explore the city and also visit the amazing Cornish of Casablanca. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 2: Casablanca—Rabat-Rif rif mountain —Chefchaouen

After breakfast, we drive along the coastline to Rabat. Rabat, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, serves as the country’s current capital. It is located in northwestern Morocco. You will visit the highlights of the Moroccan capital. Including the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and also the Kasbah of Oudaya. Free time for lunch. Then we head north through Ouazzane to reach the blue city of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountain. An overnight stay in a hotel

Day 3: Chefchaouen-Volubilis, Meknes, and Fes.

After breakfast, feel free to wander in the beautiful alleyways of the blue city of Chefchaouen. Then we drive to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. UNESCO has recognized it as a World Heritage Site, indicating its excellent preservation. It has many beautiful mosaics scattered here and there, along with ancient pillars and archways.

After exploring the ruins, we embark on a 30-kilometer drive to visit Meknes. Meknes is the capital of the Ismailis and a prominent city in the empire. We will explore Bab El Mansour, the Sahrij Souani basin, the royal stables, the granary, and ultimately, the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Then we head to Fes. Overnight stay in a riad.

Day 4: Fes sightseeing Tour

We dedicate the day to exploring the highlights of Fes with a knowledgeable guide. As Morocco’s cultural and religious center, Fes is also an imperial city. Firstly, we start the day by visiting the Royal Palace gate. UNESCO has listed the well-preserved medieval Medina as a World Heritage Site. You will visit the Blue Gate, or Bab Boujloud, the entrance of the old Medina. You will enter the Medina to visit the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine fountain, the Moulay Idris, and the tanneries.

Lastly, we arrive at the Quaraouin mosque and university, which is the world’s oldest university. After that, we leave the Medina to visit the Jewish quarter, also known as “the Mellah.” In the afternoon, we drive to an ancient fortress for a panoramic view of the Medina and the city of Fes. Finally, return to your riad.

Day 5: Fes—Ifrane Middle Atlas mountains —Ziz Valley—Merzouga desert

After a warm breakfast, we drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane. The city is renowned for its frigid temperatures, snowfall, and the alpine-style architecture of its houses. It’s no surprise that people often refer to it as the Switzerland of Morocco.

Then the tour continues to the cedar forest, where the Barbary macaques live. Feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest. Later, we continue to Midelt, where we will have free time for lunch. Then we drive to Merzouga through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the Ziz valley. We will make stops along the way to enjoy the panoramic views.

In the afternoon, we reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Then you switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. You will stop at the top of a high dune to enjoy the sunset. Finally, you continue to the camp. You will enjoy the Berber drum music while dancing around the campfire under the vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight in the camp.

Day 6: Merzouga Desert Tour, Erg Chebbi

Be sure to wake up early to see the desert sunrise. After enjoying some free time for breakfast, you will ride the camel back to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting for you. We will dedicate the rest of the day to exploring the region of Merzouga, which boasts numerous incredible sites such as dunes, wild lakes, mines, fossil areas, and fabulous oases—all of which are perfect for numerous outdoor pursuits.

Firstly, we start our journey in Merzouga by driving off-road to visit an ancient eyeliner mine. Then we pay the nomads a visit in their handmade woven tent. Learn how they live while drinking Berber tea. Our next destination is the Khamlia village, where you will enjoy the Gnaoua music and dancing performances. The village’s inhabitants hail from sub-Saharan countries such as Mali and Sudan. We have some free time to enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.

After that, we stroll around a palm tree grove. Then drive a few kilometers to see the wild lake of Merzouga, also called Flamingos Lake. Enjoy your dinner and spend the night at a hotel or riad.

Day 7: Merzouga Sahara—Rissani—Erfoud—Todra Gorge—Dades Valley

After breakfast, we leave the desert to visit Rissani town, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani is still a major trading center in the region, with a large, lively souk (traditional market).

After a stroll in Rissani Souk, we continue to Erfoud, where we visit one of the workshops of fossilized marble. Then we drive through the Berber village of Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves to reach the Todra Gorges. The Todra River has carved out a grand, red, cliff-sided canyon through the mountains. These gorges are an ideal place for rock climbers. Feel free to wander in the gorges and appreciate the beauty of the landscape. We have some free time to enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Then we continue to the Dades Valley, through Boumalne Dades. Inevitably, it stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation. The journey culminates at a mountaintop location offering a breathtaking view of the Dades Valley. Ultimately, we will enjoy dinner and spend the night in a hotel.

Day 8: Dades Valley—Kalaat Mgouna—Palm Groves of Skoura—Ouarzazate Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah Telouet, Atlas Mountain, Marrakech

After breakfast, we continue our trip to Kalaat Mgouna to visit the Rose Valley. Every year in May, the Rose Valley hosts a Rose Festival. Locals showcase their rose-related products at this event. We then drive through the palm groves of Skoura. Later, we reach Ouarzazate, also known as the gate of the desert. We will explore the studios that hosted the filming of renowned movies.

We depart to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou UNESCO World Heritage Site. Furthermore, the Kasbah has appeared in many movies, including Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, etc., and in TV series, including Game of Thrones. Then we continue to Marrakech. We traverse the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the Atlas Mountains. We will pause for lunch and capture photos at noteworthy locations. Overnight stay in a riad in Marrakech.

Day 9: Marrakech Sightseeing tour

After a warm breakfast, we will be exploring the highlights of Marrakech with a local guide. The city is considered one of the four imperial cities in Morocco. The visit includes the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tomb, and the Ben Youssef Quranic mosque. We will also take a leisurely walk through the largest traditional souk in Morocco. You have some free time to enjoy lunch near the Jemaa El-Fna square. Later on, you visit the Koutoubia mosque, the largest in Marrakech, and the Majorelle garden. Finally, transfer to your accommodation. Feel free to wander in Jemaa El-Fna on your own.

Day 10: Marrakech to Essaouira

After breakfast, we drive west to Essaouira city. Besides argan trees and goats, we’ll stop for panoramic views. We reach the city of Essaouira, formerly Mogador, one of the important coastal cities in Morocco. The city is famous for its diversity of seafood, beautiful beaches, and surfing sports. We will tour the fishing port, the ancient ramparts adorned with cannons, and the historic Medina. Finally, transfer to your hotel. Overnight stay in Essaouira.

Day 11: Essaouira, El Jadida, Casablanca

On the last day of your 11 day Discover Morocco tour, we depart from Essaouira and head to Casablanca. We will drive along the Atlantic coast We will pause to take in the panoramic views. Finally, we reach Casablanca airport. End of the tour.