11 days - 10 nights: Casablanca – Chaouen – Casablanca
11-Day - 10-Night Tour: Casablanca – Chefchaouen – Casablanca
Overview:
Our 11 day / 10 night tour from Casablanca combines the history, culture and exotic countryside of the blue city of Chefchaouen, Fez, Meknes, Volubilis and ends in Marrakech. Adventure in the beauty of the Atlas mountains, the kasbahs, the valleys, the Berber towns and the Sahara desert, where you will mount your camel and adventure on the dunes of the golden sand of Erg Chebbi, taking advantage of the beautiful sun gate while heading to the summer camp in it desert, where a blanket of miles of stars will sleep below. During this journey, you will learn about the history, culture and style of the nomadic life of the Marruecos and will enjoy the diversity of the Marroque countryside.
Itinerary
Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Fez – Merzouga – Nomads – Tinghir – Sahara Desert – Todra and Dades Gorges – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Day 1
LEGGED TO CASABLANCA AIRPORT – WELCOME TO MARRUECOS
The journey to Marruecos begins at the Casablanca International Airport (Mohamed V). One of our expert tourist guides (conductors) will pick him up and take him to the hotel, depending on his scheduled time, if we have enough time, we will visit the Hassan II Mezquita of Casablanca and Rick's Cafe, famous for the Casablanca film, then we will take him to the hotel to relax and prepare for his tour of 10 days for Marruecos from Casablanca.
Day 2
CASABLANCA – RABAT – CHEFCHAOUEN
After your check-in at the hotel, your conductor will recommend you to visit the 1st great mezquita de Marruecos (Mezquita Hassan II) if we can't do it the first day. Then we will continue our journey to the capital of Marruecos (Rabat) where we will see the Hassan II tower and the Kasbah de Oudaya. Late today, we will head to the blue city of Chefchaouen crossing the mountains of the Rif. Accommodation in your hotel, including accommodation and breakfast.
Day 3
CHEFCHAOUEN – EXPLORING THE CIUDAD AZUL
After dinner in a riad, we explored the blue city of other brown towns. It is located in the heart of the Rif mountains to the north of Marruecos, the city was occupied by the Spanish Jews in the 15th century, which strongly influenced its architecture, its encased walls, blue doors and windows are only part of its enchantment. You should have your rooms because this quiet, relaxed and good city is one of the best destinations for photographers and bloggers... Accommodation in your riad including accommodation and breakfast.
Day 4
CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – MEKNES – FEZ
After checking into the riad, we will head to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. He will explore the ruins of the third century and then we will head to Meknes After the door, the guide will take him on a journey through the most notable aspects of Meknes, including the Bab Mansour gate, the largest of all the marquee imperial gates. The door is well preserved with markings and inscriptions on the floor. It was completed by the sultan Moulay Ismail, who founded Meknes in 1730. After exploring the medina of the Meknes Elhedim plaza, Heri es-Souani, we will go to Fez, we will spend the night in his riad including accommodation and dinner.
Day 5
EXPLORING FEZ
After checking out the riad, we recommend you start your visit to Fez with a local guide. Fez is the oldest city of Marruecos, walk along its streets and streets, start by visiting the door of the Royal Palace, the Judicial Quarter, the first Mellah in Marruecos, which was built during the XVI century. We will ensure that you visit all the sites of cultural and historical interest, including the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest in the region and the oldest in the world, (as a curiosity it was founded by a woman), the curtidurías, the Attarine museum and the mausoleum of Mulay Idriss. Next door, we will visit the azulejo cooperative and then experience a marvelous panoramic view of the entire Medina of Fez. Later you will have free time in your Riad, including accommodation and dinner.
Day 6
Fes – Ifrane – Merzouga Desert – Camel Ride – Luxury Camp
After breakfast at the riad, we will head south to visit the beautiful city of Ifrane and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Azrou. Here, we will stop at the cedar forest to see monkeys and take photos. After a lunch break, we will drive through the Ziz Valley—with its stunning views—and the Aouffous Oasis, which offers incredible photo opportunities, as we pass through Erfoud. Next, we will set off for the village of Merzouga, where we will swap our 4x4 vehicle for "8x8s" (camels)—guided by an experienced camel handler—to explore the mysterious sea of sand known as Erg Chebbi. This excursion begins in the late afternoon, with the camel trek departing from Merzouga village for an overnight stay in the desert. The ride starts right in the desert and lasts about 40 minutes, taking us to a well-equipped luxury camp in the heart of the Sahara. This is a fantastic opportunity to capture beautiful photos of the sunset and sunrise; upon arrival at the camp, we will walk up the high dunes to watch the sun go down. It promises to be a magical night where, weather permitting, you can see millions of stars shining brightly. We will enjoy a wonderful dinner accompanied by music around a campfire, featuring traditional Berber drumming. You will spend the night in the luxury camp, which includes a private bathroom and shower, as well as a restaurant and kitchen area. The tents are well-appointed, and we provide all necessary blankets and cushions.
Day 7
MERZOUGA – 4X4 DESERT TRIP – NOMADIC FAMILY – KHAMLIA
A free day in the Sahara Desert. After breakfast at your luxury desert camp, we will explore the Merzouga desert. We will drive across the Sahara in a 4x4 vehicle and visit Bedouin Berber families who have a long tradition of living there. You can sit in their tent and enjoy a cup of tea while reflecting on the fascinating, traditional way of life of these people. The father (head of the family) usually prepares the tea, while the mother attends to household chores and the children gather around with bright, smiling faces. They welcome you warmly and share their daily activities—such as herding livestock and traditional cooking—and you will hear the lovely Berber language they speak. You will surely cherish these moments, as it is a truly wonderful experience. Afterward, we will stop at the village of Khamlia (the "Black village"), where we will relax and enjoy their traditional spiritual music known as Gnawa (which originated in Sudan and has roots in the history of enslaved people). In the afternoon, you will have free time at your desert hotel to watch the sunset from the dunes; the stay includes both dinner and breakfast.
Day 8
Merzouga Desert – Todgha Gorge – Dades Valley
Rise early in the morning—you won't regret it—and witness what could well be one of the best sunrises of your life. After breakfast and a shower at your desert camp, you will set off for the gorges of Rissani, Tinghir, and Todra—the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. Lunch in the heart of the gorge precedes a journey through the Dades Valley, where you will see majestic sandcastles and incredible rock formations known as "monkey fingers." Overnight stay, including dinner and breakfast.
Day 9
DADES VALLEY – VALLEY OF ROSES – OUARZAZATE – AIT BENHADOU – MARRAKECH
After breakfast, we begin our journey by crossing the beautiful Dades Valley toward Kalaat M’gouna (the "Rose Capital") and Ouarzazate (the "Hollywood of Africa"). Along the route through the Dades Valley, we will have a wonderful opportunity to see thousands of kasbahs. We will visit the Valley of Roses and the village of Skoura as we continue toward Ouarzazate. After visiting the film studios, we will proceed to enjoy lunch at Ait Benhaddou, Morocco's largest and most famous kasbah. This site is listed by UNESCO as one of Morocco's most beautiful monuments and has served as a filming location for numerous movies and series. After exploring this World Heritage Site, our journey continues across the stunning Tizi n'Tichka pass, eventually bringing us to Marrakech. Accommodation includes bed and breakfast.
Day 10
One-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech's Historic Center and Gardens
Begin your guided city tour with a professional art historian guide, who will pick you up from your accommodation with a driver, to explore the main highlights and attractions of the Red City of Marrakech. During this guided tour, you will visit the Koutoubia Mosque, The Koutoubia Mosque is the largest mosque in Marrakech, with an impressive 70-meter-high minaret, a twin of the Torre del Oro in Seville, Spain. Next, visit the... Saadian Tombs (optional visit), sealed for centuries until their rediscovery in 1917. The tombs date back to the era of Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur. There are two main mausoleums within the complex, housing 66 tombs, while another 100 are located outside in the gardens. Admire the magnificent Hispano-Moorish architecture surrounding the royal family's burial ground, and visit the 19th-century Bahia Palace (optional visit), set amidst beautifully manicured gardens filled with flowers and sweet-scented fruit trees. This aristocratic palace features beautifully painted living quarters and a lush Moorish-style courtyard garden. And finally, we will visit the colorful souks with its tinsmiths, dyers, herbalist stalls and workshops, ending in Jemaa El Fna Square, where hundreds of locals gather daily to enjoy storytellers, musicians, snake charmers, acrobats, jugglers, and performers of all kinds. After lunch at a local restaurant (not included), we will continue our visit to the gardens of Majorel in the new town (optional visit). These gardens derive their name from their creator, the painter Jacques Majorelle, and were created in 1920 and purchased in 1966 by Pierre Bergé. Yves Saint-Laurent, Today, the garden displays plants of all kinds from around the world, pools filled with water lilies and lotuses, and vibrant colors dominated by intense blue (Majorelle blue). At the heart of the Majorelle Garden, there is a Berber Art Museum, which exclusively showcases a collection of objects from various regions of Morocco. The Majorelle Garden is the ideal—and practically unmissable—spot for taking beautiful souvenir photos. The city tour concludes around 5 PM.
Day 11
MARRAKECH – DEPARTURE TO THE AIRPORT
After enjoying breakfast at your riad in Marrakech, you will be transferred to Marrakech-Menara Airport, arriving three hours before your flight home (Marrakech Airport is one of the busiest, so it is essential to allow plenty of time to avoid missing your flight). The Marvelous Morocco team hopes you enjoyed your tour of Morocco, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Including
- Private transport with air conditioning throughout the journey.
- An English-speaking driver-guide (other languages available).
- 1 night in Casablanca (accommodation with breakfast included).
- A vegetarian option is available; please advise at the time of booking if required.
- 2 nights in the blue city, Chefchaouen (accommodation with breakfast included).
- Guided tour with an official guide in Meknes.
- Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.
- 2 nights in Fez (accommodation with breakfast included).
- Guided tour with an official guide in Fez.
- 1 night in the Sahara Desert at a luxury camp (including dinner, breakfast, and a live Berber drumming performance), with a private bathroom at the camp (featuring a shower and a hot-water toilet).
- Drive on a camel through the desert (one camel per person) or 4x4 as you like.
- 1 night at a local hotel in Merzouga (accommodation with breakfast and dinner included).
- Sandboarding 🏂 in the desert.
- 1 night in The Dade's Gorges (accommodation with breakfast and dinner included).
- 2 nights in Marrakech (accommodation with breakfast included)
- Guided tour with an official guide in Marrakech.
- Free time to explore places of interest and scenery along the way.
- Henna tattoo.
- Pick-up at Casablanca airport.
- Transfer to Marrakech airport.
Not Included
- Flight tickets.
- Dinner in Casablanca.
- Dinner in the Blue City, Chefchaouen.
- Dinner in Marrakech.
- Midday meals.
- Drinks
- Admission tickets (for optional visits).
- Travel insurance.
- Gratuities and anything else not included in the program.
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