Starting Point: Any Airport/Hotel or Ferry in Morocco

Casablanca - Depending on the airport or port of arrival, the initial days may vary, but the overall activities remain consistent. Upon arrival at Casablanca’s Mohammed V airport, guests will be warmly welcomed and transported to their hotel in the heart of Morocco’s economic capital. NOTE: Contact us for any preferences or customizations in the tour. This tour is private, allowing the itinerary to be tailored to your preferences: - Adjust the number of days in the itinerary. - Choose accommodation types (3-4 stars). - Add extra activities. - Include excursions. - Select arrival or departure locations around Morocco. - Specify other preferences.

Casablanca ⇨ Rabat ⇨ Chefchaouen

Hassan II Mosque - After breakfast at the hotel, the tour begins with a visit to the stunning Hassan II mosque, the second-largest religious building in the world open to non-Muslims. The journey then continues to Rabat, Morocco’s administrative capital.

Hassan Tower - In Rabat, visitors will explore: The magnificent Kasbah of Oudayas, Hassan Tower with its incomplete minaret, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Hassan II (father of the current king).

Chefchaouen - After lunch, the tour proceeds to Chefchaouen via the city of Ouazzan. The drive traverses the foothills of the Rif Mountains before reaching the beautiful pearl of Morocco, Chefchaouen. Overnight stay in a hotel or Riad.

Chefchaouen⇨ Volubilis ⇨ Meknes ⇨ Fes

Chefchaouen Medina - After breakfast, the exploration of Chefchaouen, known as the blue city, begins. This charming, clean, and fresh town offers a stroll around the old Medina with its restored kasbah, Plaza Utta Hammas, and steep, narrow cobbled streets. The whitewashed walls, blue doors, windows, and mountain backdrop make Chefchaouen a wonderful place for captivating photos. Visitors will also see the natural spring water of Ras El Ma. Unlike other parts of Morocco, this town was occupied by Spain, resulting in significant Spanish and Moorish cultural influences. Guests will have the opportunity to meet locals, wander in the souks (markets), and enjoy this amazing town.

Volubilis - Departing Chefchaouen, the tour crosses the Rif mountains to reach the ancient Roman town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where visitors will discover its mosaic floors, basilica, temple, and triumphal arch. The journey then continues to the holy town of Moulay Driss, a pilgrimage site for Moroccans.

Meknes Medina - After lunch in the town, the tour proceeds to Meknes, where visitors will explore: The grand gate of Mansour, the Granary, The Swani basin, the old medina with its souks, and Landim square, where guests can relax in one of its cafes. In the late afternoon, the tour sets off for Fes. Overnight stay in a traditional riad in the Medina.

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Fes Sightseeing

Fes El Bali - After breakfast, a local guide will meet guests to start the city tour by visiting the outside part of the Medina (old city), including: The Royal Palace Gate, the Jewish Quarter “Mellah,” dating back to the 14th Century. Visitors will also see the ceramics Cooperative to observe traditional Moroccan crafts. The tour will cover the most important sites inside the medina with cultural and historical significance, including the superb architectural masterpiece of Bou Inania Medersa, Blue gate, the Karaouiyine Mosque, The Big Chouara Tanneries, Medersa Seffarin, where artisans work on metal to create beautiful lamps, teapots, and other decorated architectural masterpieces like Attarin Medersa and the Neijarin Fountain. In the afternoon, guests will visit the tombs of Merenids to admire a beautiful panoramic view over the medina. Overnight stay in a Riad.

Fes ⇨ Ifran ⇨ Cedar Forest ⇨ Midelt ⇨ Ziz Valley ⇨ Sahara Desert

Ifrane National Park - After breakfast, the tour travels through the Middle Atlas mountains. Along the way, there is a stop at Ifran, a charming, clean town known as “Switzerland of Morocco” due to its resemblance to a Swiss alpine resort. The journey continues south, passing through the largest cedar forest in North Africa, home to Barbary monkeys, offering opportunities for fascinating photos and feeding the monkeys.

Midelt - After lunch in Midelt, the tour heads south via Talghomt pass, admiring the beautiful views and landscapes. The journey reaches the Ziz valley region, where there is a stop for a breathtaking panoramic view of the hidden oases filled with palm groves. Within about an hour,

Merzouga Desert - the tour arrives at the Sahara desert, where camels await. After a rest, accompanied by a guide, guests will ride the camels and cross the high dunes of Erg Chebbi desert, witness a magnificent sunset atop a high dune, and continue trekking to the camp for an overnight stay in tents like the nomads use. After dinner, guests will enjoy Berber music played by nomads around a fire under a starry sky.

Tour of The Dunes ⇨ Visit Nomad Families ⇨ Merzouga

Merzouga - Waking up early is essential to witness what could be the most beautiful sunrise of a lifetime. After breakfast, the desert excursion in the Sahara begins, exploring different parts of the desert. First, the tour visits the lake of Merzouga, home to exotic birds, then heads to the heart of the Sahara desert, where nomads with their animals still live a traditional life. Guests will enjoy a cup of tea with them and observe their way of life. The tour continues along the route where the Rally Paris Dakar used to race, reaching the Mifis mines, once exploited by France, for a visit. The journey proceeds to Khamlia village, inhabited by black Berber people originally from Mali, Niger, etc. Guests will have the chance to listen to their music and dance. Lunch in the village (Berber Pizza). The day concludes with a visit to an impressive oasis on the edge of the sand dunes before returning to the hotel.

Merzouga ⇨ Rissani ⇨ Arfoud ⇨ Todra Gorges ⇨ Dades Valley

Rissani Market - After breakfast at the hotel, the tour departs the vast desert and travels towards the city of Rissani, once a major stop on the Saharan caravan route. If the visit coincides with market days, which occur on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, there will be an opportunity to visit the souk, the largest in the region.

Todgha Gorge - The journey continues to Dades valley, passing through villages such as Millab, Tinjdad, and Toroug, eventually reaching Todra valley, a green area surrounded by mud villages and mountains. After a 30-minute drive, the tour arrives at Todra gorges, a narrow vertical passage with 300m high cliffs rising dramatically on each side, popular with climbing enthusiasts. Lunch in the town.

Dades Gorges - The tour continues to Dades valley, where visitors will see the fascinating rock formation known locally as “monkey fingers” and beautiful mud kasbahs. Overnight stay in a hotel overlooking the valley.

Dades Valley ⇨ Rose Town ⇨ Ouarzazate ⇨ Ait Benhaddou ⇨ Marrakech

Kasbah Amridil - The tour travels to El Kalaa Mgou’na, or Rose town, where over 400 tonnes of rose petals are harvested every spring to be processed into rosewater or exported to perfume industries. The festival of roses is held here every May. As the tour travels from Rose town to Skoura, numerous kasbahs can be seen among the greenery of Dades valley. The small town of Skoura is surrounded by thousands of palm groves, and the most beautiful kasbahs in southern Morocco are found here.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - The journey continues to Ouarzazate, “Hollywood of Africa,” with the largest cinema studios in Morocco, then to the most famous, filmed, and photographed kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. There will be free time to visit and have lunch in the village. The tour then heads to Marrakesh via the High Atlas mountains (2260m), admiring the impressive mountainous views and special Berber villages on the mountain sides. Arrival in Marrakesh in the evening.

Marrakech - Overnight stay in a hotel in the heart of Marrakesh.

Exploring Marrakesh

Medina of Marrakesh - After breakfast, the city tour of Marrakesh, the red city of Morocco, begins. The guide will ensure that visitors see the most important spots with historical and cultural significance, including: The Bahia Palace, the Saadian tombs, Ben Youssef Koranic school, and the largest traditional souk in Morocco. After lunch at a local restaurant near the main square, guests can visit the Koutoubia tower and the Majorelle gardens.

Marrakech - Overnight stay in a hotel in the heart of Marrakesh.

Return Home ⇨ Transfer to Airport

Marrakech - After breakfast, guests will be picked up from their riad and driven to the airport, either in Marrakech or Casablanca, for their flight. This marks the end of the 10-day tour from Casablanca.

• Camel Ride in Desert Golden Sand Dunes
• Accommodation 9 Nights at the Hotels or Traditional Riads
• Dinner
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Breakfast
• Local Guide in Fes & Marrakech Medina
• One Night Camping in Desert Luxury Nomad Berber Tent with Dinner (private tent with toilet & shower)

• Entrance fees for monuments
• Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff

Embark on a 10-day private tour to uncover the wonders of Morocco, visiting Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fez, and Marrakech. Traverse breathtaking landscapes, explore ancient kasbahs, and connect with nomadic families. Delight in a Sahara adventure with a camel ride and an overnight stay in a traditional Berber desert camp. Ideal for those eager to dive into Morocco’s rich culture and magnificent desert vistas.

• A professional driver/guide will accompany you throughout the journey
• Includes nine nights of accommodation
• Enjoy a private tour exclusively for you and your group
• Daily breakfast and three dinners are provided

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.