9 Days Fabulous Morocco Tour from Casablanca with Imperial Cities

Tour Overview

Morocco is a country of contrasts and diversity. From the capital, Rabat, the blue pearl, Chefchaouen, the Roman ruins of volubilis and the ancient city, Meknes, to the medieval city of Fes with its narrow streets. Enjoy the scenery views of the Atlas mountains, ride a camel through the Sahara desert and engage with warm and hospitable locals who are happy to share their culture, traditions and valuable knowledge about Morocco. Wander through the Todgha gorges and the spice markets of Marrakech.

Tour at Glance :

Day 1: Casablanca airport, Rabat (114 KM)
Day 2: Rabat, Ouezzane, Chefchaouen (251 KM)
Day 3: Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes (260 KM)
Day 4: Exploring Fes with local guide
Day 5: Fes, Ifrane, Merzouga (459 KM)
Day 6: Merzouga, Todgha Gorges, Dades valley (252 KM)
Day 7: Dades valley, Rose Valley, Ait-ben-Haddou Ksar, Marrakech (340 KM)
Day 8: Exploring Marrakech with local guide
Day 9: Marrakech , Casablanca airport (240 KM)

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Casablanca airport, Rabat (114 KM)

Upon your arrival at Casablanca airport, a member of our team will greet you. Before we leave Casablanca for Rabat, if time permits, we’ll visit the Hassan second Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Then we’ll leave for Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where we’ll explore the main historical sites including the Oudaya Kasbah, the Mausoleum of Mohamed five and the Hassan Tower, the minaret of incomplete mosque. Overnight in Rabat including bed and breakfast.

Day 2: Rabat, Ouezzane, Chefchaouen (251 KM)

After breakfast at your Riad, we’ll head to Chefchaouen via the Rif Mountains which is an open plateau transverse by numerous ravines and valleys then you will be astonished by simply beautiful city of Chefchaouen where everything is set dramatically, gradually climbing up the mountains. Turn on your cameras! It’s the blue Jewel of Morocco. Overnight in Chefchaouen including bed and breakfast.

Day 3: Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes (260 KM)

After breakfast at your Riad we’ll depart toward Volubilis where you will explore the large Roman ruins that date back to the second century. The next stop on our journey is Meknes, which was the capital during the seventeen century and one of the imperial cities of Morocco. You’ll see the famous gate of Bab Mansour, The Granary, The Square of Lehdim and Moulay Ismail mausoleum. After that we’ll head to our last destination, Fes. Overnight in Fes including bed and breakfast.

Day 4: Exploring Fes with local guide

After breakfast at your Riad, our local guide will take you on a journey of exploration into the oldest Medina of Morocco that dates back to the eight century. You’ll explore the narrow winding cobbled streets of the Medina, where donkeys are the main mode of transportation.

Your tour will include historical sites of the Medina, including the University of Al Karaouine, the oldest university in the world, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum, the Nejjarine fountains, the famous tanneries, as well as the King’s Palace, the Jewish quarter and the ceramics cooperative to see the traditional Moroccan crafts. The tour ends in late evening.

Day 5: Fes, Ifrane, Merzouga (459 KM)

In the morning we’ll drive toward the Sahara desert, our first stop will be in Ifrane, known as Little Switzerland. Then we’ll continue through the Cedar Forest where, with luck you’ll see monkeys. Next we’ll head to Midelt where you can enjoy your lunch. Continuing the road through the Middle Atlas Mountains and observe the nomads that live there.

We continue the drive through the scenic Ziz Valley that is surrounded with palm trees stopping at scenic views along the way. After that we will head to the finalstation Sahara desert. Overnight in Merzouga including dinner and breakfast.

Day 6: Merzouga, Todgha Gorges, Dades valley (252 KM)

In the morning, your camel guide will awaken you to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over the sand dunes. This experience is considered one of the trip’s highlights. After your breakfast in the middle ofthe Sahara dunes, you’ll ride your camels back to the village of Merzouga.

Then we will start our journey driving to the Dades Valley via the Todghra Valley and Gorges where we will stop for pictures of the kasbahs built by Jews. You’ll have a chance to walk through the stunning Todghra Gorges before carrying on to the Dades Valley. Overnight in Dades valley including dinner and breakfast.

 Day 7: Dades valley, Rose Valley, Ait-ben-Haddou Ksar, Marrakech (340 KM)

After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll drive to Marrakech via the Dades Valley again, with its dramatic rock formations and ancient kasbahs, and then on to the Rose Valley, known for its damask roses that are harvested in April. Continuing on our journey, we’ll head to Ouarzazate, known as African Hollywood, where you can see the Taourirt kasbah and tour the movie studios.

We’ll then continue on to a UNESCO Heritage site, the Ait ben Haddou Ksar, the largest ksar in Morocco where movies like The Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and The Jewel of the Nile were filmed. Then we carry on to Marrakech through the Tichka Pass, one of the highest mountains in Morocco. Arriving in Marrakech by the afternoon. Overnight in Marrakech including bed and breakfast.

Day 8: Exploring Marrakech with local guide

After breakfast at your Riad , our local guide will take you on a journey to explore Marrakech . By immersing yourself in the red city. Your tour will include the Bahia Palace, the Saadienne tombs, the koutoubia mosque, Jamaa el Fna Square, the Majorelle garden and Ben Youssef Medrasa. Walking through the souks, you’ll enjoy the sights, sounds of Marrakech. After sundown, we suggest you walkto Jamaa el Fna, the main square in the old city that comes alive at night with snake charmers, storytellers, merchants and people from all over the world.

Day 9: Marrakech , Casablanca airport (240 KM)

After your breakfast at your hotel we will transfer you to the airport at your flight time. If time permits and Hassan second mosque is missed on the first day, we will visit it today before we take you to the airport.

What’s Included?

• Private Transportation aboard a comfortable and air conditioned 4×4 vehicle or mini bus
• Pick up from the airport or your hotel
•  Drop off at the airport or your hotel
• English speaking driver/guide
• Fuel for the entire tour
• All nights accommodations
• Camel trekking in the Sahara desert
• Sandboarding in the Sahara desert
• Free stops when you want

What’s Not Included?

• Lunches & Drinks
• travel insurance
• Tips

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