This 15-day adventure will take you from the bustling city of Casablanca to the serene and majestic Sahara Desert, and through a series of unforgettable destinations. Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of what you can expect on this journey:
Day 1: Casablanca to Rabat
Arrive at Casablanca airport where our driver/guide will greet you. Start with a tour of Casablanca, including visits to the Hassan II Mosque, the Habous souks, the Jewish Museum, and the Corniche.
Then, head to Rabat for a discovery walk in the quiet medina. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before relaxing in a comfortable riad/hotel.
Day 2: Rabat to Chefchaouen
After breakfast, explore Rabat’s beautiful landmarks: Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and the necropolis of Chellah.
Drive along the coast to visit Kasbah Mahdiya, then through the fertile fields of Gharb and the forests of the Rif mountains. Arrive in Chefchaouen in time to catch a beautiful sunset. Overnight in a charming riad.
Day 3: Chefchaouen to Fez
Start your day with a stroll through the blue streets of Chefchaouen. Then, head towards the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis for a short visit.
Continue to Meknes, where you’ll see the impressive Bab Mansour gate, Moulay Ismail’s mausoleum, and the granaries. Arrive in Fez in the late afternoon. Overnight in a traditional riad.
Day 4: Explore Fez
After breakfast, meet your local guide and explore the medieval Jewish quarter, the Royal Palace gate, and the ceramics area.
Wander through the oldest medina in Morocco, Fez el Bali, and experience its timeless charm. In the evening, take a leisurely walk in the French-founded Ville Nouvelle. Overnight in your riad.
Day 5: Fez to Merzouga Desert
Leave Fez and travel through the Atlas Mountains, stopping at Ifrane and Azrou. Lunch in Midelt, known for its minerals and apples.
Continue through Erfoud and Rissani to reach Merzouga. Enjoy a Moroccan dinner and overnight in a local hotel/riad.
Day 6: Merzouga Desert
Wake up early to see the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, hike through the sand dunes with your guide, visit a nomad camp for lunch, and learn about their way of life.
In the afternoon, a 4×4 will pick you up for a relaxing evening with a hammam and dinner at the hotel.
Day 7: Merzouga to Dades Valley
Travel from the Sahara towards the Dades Valley, following the old caravan routes.
Visit the stunning Todra Gorges for a hike and some beautiful photos.
Continue west to the Dades Valley for dinner and overnight in a local hotel.
Day 8: Dades Gorges to Ait Ben Haddou
Travel through the Dades Valley to Kelaa Mgouna, known for its roses, and visit a rose cooperative.
Continue to Skoura and visit Kasbah Amridil. Stop in Ouarzazate for photos at Kasbah Taourirt and a visit to the film studios. Arrive in Ait Ben Haddou for dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Day 9: Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech
After breakfast, explore the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Continue to Marrakech, stopping at the Kasbah of Telouet along the way.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech. Overnight in a riad.
Day 10: Explore Marrakech
Your local guide will take you to the historical monuments of the Medina:
Ben Youssef Madrasa, Bahia Palace, Badi Palace, the Jewish quarter, Saadian Tombs, and Menara Gardens.
Enjoy dinner and overnight in your riad.
Day 11: Marrakech to Essaouira
Depart for Essaouira, stopping at an argan oil cooperative along the way.
Explore the medina and the port of Sakala upon arrival.
Overnight in a riad.
Day 12: Explore Essaouira
Spend the day exploring Essaouira with a local guide who will explain the history of this charming coastal city,
known as Mogador, Overnight in your riad.
Day 13: Essaouira to Marrakech
Return to Marrakech. Spend the day exploring the medina’s narrow streets and immersing yourself in Moroccan culture.
Enjoy a lively evening in a Moroccan restaurant with Berber music and a fantastic show. Overnight in your riad.
Day 14: Marrakech to Ouzoud
Travel to Azilal to discover the beautiful Ouzoud Waterfalls.
Spend the day exploring the region and enjoying the natural beauty.
Overnight in a hotel near the falls.
Day 15: Transfer to Casablanca
Transfer back to Casablanca for your departure flight,
concluding your unforgettable Moroccan adventure.
what includes :
* Accommodation in riads and hotels (half-board or breakfast basis as specified)
* Transportation in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle with a Multi language driver-guide
* Camel rides in the desert (one camel per person)
* Guided tours in Meknes, Fez, and Marrakech
* Hiking in Akchour and the Dades Valley
* Dinner show in Marrakech
* Water during the trip
Not Included :
* Entrance fees to monuments
* Lunches
* Drinks
* Airfare
* Any other expenses not specified in the inclusions
Tour Highlights :
Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat
* Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque and other landmarks in Casablanca.
* Discover the quiet Medina of Rabat and enjoy a local dinner.
Day 2: Rabat – Chefchaouen
* Explore Rabat’s historic sites, including the Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
* Drive through the scenic landscapes to the picturesque blue city of Chefchaouen.
Day 3: Chefchaouen – Fez
* Stroll through the blue streets of Chefchaouen.
* Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes.
* Arrive in the historic city of Fez.
Day 4: Explore Fez
* Guided tour of the medieval Jewish quarter, Royal Palace gate, and ceramics area.
* Wander through Fez el Bali, the oldest medina in Morocco, and experience its timeless charm.
Day 5: Fez – Merzouga Desert
* Travel through the Atlas Mountains, stopping at Ifrane and Azrou.
* Reach the Sahara Desert and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner in Merzouga.
Day 6: Merzouga Desert
* Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes.
* Hike through the sand dunes, visit a nomad camp, and learn about their way of life.
* Relax in a hammam and dinner at the hotel.
Day 7: Merzouga – Dades Valley
* Follow the old caravan routes to the Dades Valley.
* Hike through the stunning Todra Gorges and capture beautiful panoramic photos.
* Enjoy dinner and overnight in the Dades Valley.
Day 8: Dades Gorges – Ait Ben Haddou
* Visit a rose cooperative in Kelaa Mgouna.
* Explore Kasbah Amridil in Skoura and the film studios in Ouarzazate.
* Discover the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Day 9: Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
* Cross the High Atlas Mountains and visit the Kasbah of Telouet.
* Arrive in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
Day 10: Explore Marrakech
* Guided tour of Marrakech’s historical monuments: Ben Youssef Madrasa, Bahia Palace, Badi Palace, and Saadian Tombs.
* Explore the Menara Gardens and the Jewish quarter.
Day 11: Marrakech – Essaouira
* Visit an argan oil cooperative en route to Essaouira.
* Explore the medina and port of Sakala in Essaouira.
Day 12: Explore Essaouira
* Spend the day exploring the charming coastal city of Essaouira with a local guide.
Day 13: Essaouira – Marrakech
* Return to Marrakech and explore the medina’s narrow streets.
* Enjoy a lively evening with Berber music and a fantastic show.
Day 14: Marrakech – Ouzoud
* Discover the beautiful Ouzoud Waterfalls and spend the day exploring the region.
Day 15: Transfer to Casablanca
* Transfer back to Casablanca for your departure flight, concluding your unforgettable Moroccan adventure.