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, a warm welcome awaits, followed by a transfer to a hotel in the heart of Morocco’s economic capital. NOTE: For any preferences or customizations in the tour, please contact us. This private tour allows for itinerary adjustments based on your preferences, including: - Adjusting the number of days. - Choosing accommodation types (3-4 stars). - Adding extra activities. - Planning excursions. - Selecting arrival or departure locations around Morocco. - 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, visit 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, travel to Chefchaouen via Ouazzan. The drive traverses the foothills of the Rif Mountains, leading to the beautiful pearl of Morocco, Chefchaouen. Overnight stay in a hotel or Riad.

Chefchaouen⇨ Volubilis ⇨ Meknes ⇨ Fes

Chefchaouen Medina - After breakfast, explore Chefchaouen, known as the blue city. 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. Discover the natural spring water of Ras El Ma. Unlike other parts of Morocco, this town was occupied by Spain, reflecting Spanish and Moorish cultural influences. Engage with locals, wander through the souks (markets), and enjoy this amazing town.

Volubilis - Depart Chefchaouen, crossing the Rif mountains to reach the ancient Roman town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover its mosaic floors, basilica, temple, and triumphal arch. Then, head to the holy town of Moulay Driss, a pilgrimage site for Moroccans.

Meknes Medina - After lunch, continue to Meknes to explore the grand gate of Mansour, the Granary, the Swani basin, the old medina with its souks, and Landim square, where you can relax in one of its cafes. In the late afternoon, depart for Fes. Overnight in a traditional riad in the Medina.

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Fes Sightseeing

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

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

Ifrane National Park - After breakfast, travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping at Ifran, a charming, clean town known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” due to its resemblance to a Swiss alpine resort. Continue south 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, head south via Talghomt pass, admiring the beautiful views and landscapes. Arrive at the Ziz Valley region for a breathtaking panoramic view of hidden oases filled with palm groves. Within about an hour, arrive at the Sahara Desert, where camels await. After a rest, accompanied by a guide, ride the camels across the high dunes of Erg Chebbi desert, witness a magnificent sunset atop a high dune, then continue trekking to the camp for an overnight stay in tents like the nomads use. After dinner, 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 your life. After breakfast, begin the desert excursion in the Sahara to explore different parts of the desert. First, visit the lake of Merzouga, home to exotic birds, then head to the heart of the Sahara, where nomads with their animals still live traditionally. Enjoy a cup of tea with them and observe their lifestyle. Follow the route where the Paris Dakar Rally used to race, then visit the Mifis mines, once exploited by France. Continue to Khamlia village, inhabited by black Berber people originally from Mali and Niger, to experience their music and dance. Lunch in the village (Berber Pizza). Visit an impressive oasis on the edge of sand dunes before ending the day at the hotel.

Merzouga ⇨ Rissani ⇨ Arfoud ⇨ Todra Gorges ⇨ Dades Valley

Rissani Market - After breakfast at the hotel, leave the vast desert and travel to Rissani, once a major stop on the Saharan caravan route. If the visit coincides with market days (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays), explore the souk, the largest in the region.

Todgha Gorge - Continue to Dades Valley, passing through villages like Millab, Tinjdad, and Toroug to reach Todra Valley, a green area surrounded by mud villages and mountains. After a 30-minute drive, arrive at Todra Gorges, a narrow vertical passage with 300m high cliffs, popular among climbing enthusiasts. Lunch in the town.

Dades Gorges - Continue to Dades Valley to see the fascinating rock formations known locally as “monkey fingers” and beautiful mud kasbahs. Overnight in a hotel overlooking the valley.

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

Kasbah Amridil - Travel to El Kalaa Mgou’na, or Rose Town, where over 400 tonnes of rose petals are harvested each spring for rosewater production or export to perfume industries. The Rose Festival is held here every May. Traveling from Rose Town to Skoura, see numerous kasbahs amidst the greenery of Dades Valley. Skoura is surrounded by thousands of palm groves, with some of the most beautiful kasbahs in southern Morocco.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Continue to Ouarzazate, “Hollywood of Africa,” home to the largest cinema studios in Morocco, then to the famous, filmed, and photographed kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy free time to visit and have lunch in the village. Head to Marrakesh via the High Atlas Mountains (2260m), admiring the impressive mountainous views and unique Berber villages on the mountainsides. Arrive in Marrakesh in the evening.

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

Exploring Marrakesh

Medina of Marrakesh - After breakfast, begin the city tour exploring Marrakesh, the red city of Morocco. The guide will ensure visits to the most important spots with historical and cultural significance, including the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Koranic School, and the largest traditional souk in Morocco. After lunch at a local restaurant near the main square, visit the Koutoubia Tower and Majorelle Gardens.

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

Back Home ⇨ Transfer to Airport

Marrakech - After breakfast, transfer from the riad to the airport in either Marrakech or Casablanca for the flight home. 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

• 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.