10-Day Morocco Tour From Casablanca: Fez, Merzouga Desert & Marrakech
Explore imperial cities, Sahara dunes, and UNESCO heritage sites across 10 magical Moroccan days
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Embark on an extraordinary 10-day journey through Morocco's most captivating destinations, where ancient imperial cities meet the mesmerising Sahara Desert. This iconic tour seamlessly weaves together centuries of history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes, offering travellers an immersive experience of North Africa's most enchanting country.
Your adventure begins in cosmopolitan Casablanca before progressing to the regal capital of Rabat, where you'll explore magnificent royal palaces and the iconic Hassan Tower. The route then guides you through the enchanting city of Fez, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose labyrinthine medieval medina transports you back centuries. Marvel at the intricate architecture of ancient Medersas, discover hidden fountains, and lose yourself in the sensory symphony of bustling souks. Moving south through the dramatic landscapes of the Middle Atlas mountains, you'll traverse cedar forests and charming alpine villages before reaching your gateway to the Sahara.
The true magic unfolds in Merzouga, where you'll exchange your vehicle for a camel and venture into the undulating red dunes of Erg Chebbi. Experience the profound silence and solitude of the desert during an unforgettable sunrise camel trek, followed by exhilarating four-wheel-drive adventures across golden sands. Under the vast canopy of stars, you'll discover why the Sahara has captivated travellers for millennia. The journey continues through spectacular natural wonders including the breathtaking Todra Gorges, before reaching the cinematic landscapes of Ouarzazate and the legendary mud-brick Kasbah of AĂŻt Benhaddou.
Your final chapters unfold in Marrakech, where enchanting gardens, ornate palaces, and the vibrant energy of Jamaa El Fna square showcase Morocco's artistic soul. From imperial grandeur to desert serenity, this comprehensive tour reveals the multifaceted beauty that makes Morocco an unmissable destination. Prepare to create memories that will resonate for a lifetime.
Embark on an extraordinary 10-day journey through Morocco's most captivating destinations, where ancient imperial cities meet the mesmerising Sahara Desert. This iconic tour seamlessly weaves together centuries of history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes, offering travellers an immersive experience of North Africa's most enchanting country.
Your adventure begins in cosmopolitan Casablanca before progressing to the regal capital of Rabat, where you'll explore magnificent royal palaces and the iconic Hassan Tower. The route then guides you through the enchanting city of Fez, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose labyrinthine medieval medina transports you back centuries. Marvel at the intricate architecture of ancient Medersas, discover hidden fountains, and lose yourself in the sensory symphony of bustling souks. Moving south through the dramatic landscapes of the Middle Atlas mountains, you'll traverse cedar forests and charming alpine villages before reaching your gateway to the Sahara.
The true magic unfolds in Merzouga, where you'll exchange your vehicle for a camel and venture into the undulating red dunes of Erg Chebbi. Experience the profound silence and solitude of the desert during an unforgettable sunrise camel trek, followed by exhilarating four-wheel-drive adventures across golden sands. Under the vast canopy of stars, you'll discover why the Sahara has captivated travellers for millennia. The journey continues through spectacular natural wonders including the breathtaking Todra Gorges, before reaching the cinematic landscapes of Ouarzazate and the legendary mud-brick Kasbah of AĂŻt Benhaddou.
Your final chapters unfold in Marrakech, where enchanting gardens, ornate palaces, and the vibrant energy of Jamaa El Fna square showcase Morocco's artistic soul. From imperial grandeur to desert serenity, this comprehensive tour reveals the multifaceted beauty that makes Morocco an unmissable destination. Prepare to create memories that will resonate for a lifetime.
About this activity
Multi-day Tour
Year round
Group
Max 15 people
Morocco
Meeting point
English, Francais
Available languages
Highlights
- Marvel at the magnificent Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Explore the royal palaces and Kasbah of Oudaya in Rabat
- Wander through Fez's enchanting UNESCO-listed medieval medina
- Journey through the Roman ruins of ancient Volubilis
- Experience a magical sunset camel ride over Erg Chebbi dunes
- Spend a night under desert stars in a traditional Sahara camp
- Trek through the dramatic red cliffs of Todra Gorges
- Visit the legendary Kasbah of AĂŻt Benhaddou film set
- Discover the secret gardens and palaces of Marrakech
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant chaos of Jamaa El Fna square
What's included
What's not included
Your experience step by step
Arrival in Casablanca
Arrival at Casablanca airport. Welcome and private transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Casablanca -Rabat
After breakfast, departure for the visit of the economic capital of Morocco: the central market located in the art-deco district of the city, the Habbous district, the Royal Palace outside and Mohamed V square. Cross the residential area of Anfa to visit the Hassan II mosque. Optional Lunch, then departure to Rabat. Installation at your hotel before leaving to visit the city: the Royal Palace (the Mechouar), the Kasbah of Oudaya, the Mausoleum Mohamed V, the Hassan Tower and the Monetary Museum. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Rabat - Meknes - Fez
Departure for Meknes and visit of the capital of the king Moulay Ismail, famous for its 40 kms of ramparts. Visit of Bab Mansour, the royal stables and the Jewish quarter. Continue the road towards Fez, through the Roman city of Volubilis and the sacred village of Moulay Idriss. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Fez
The day is dedicated to the visit of this UNESCO heritage city. The visit of Fez includes the medieval medina and the Medersas Attarine and Bou Anania, the Nejjarine fountain, the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss and the Karaouine mosque. In the afternoon, visit of the new city: Fez al Jdid. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Fez - Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud –Merzouga
After breakfast, departure to Merzouga via lmmouzzer Kandar, the cedar woods of the middle Atlas passing by Ifrane, a charming ski resort, and Azrou, an important handicraft centre. Optional lunch in Midelt. Continuation to Erfoud via Errachidia and the Ziz valley dotted with palm trees, which are the source for the yearly date festival in Erfoud. Continuation to Merzouga, the “Desert door”. Here, you swap your car for a Jeep vehicule and start your discovery through the red dunes of Merzouga. An opportunity to enjoy serenity and peace of desert before arriving to your camp for the sunset. Dinner and night at the camp.
Merzouga
Live a full day in the desert. Today you will enjoy a full day in the desert. After breakfast, your experienced cameleer will share with you the serenity and silence of the desert during your camel ride into the red dunes of Erg Chebbi. Afterwards enjoy four-wheel driving through the desert before stopping for a picnic in the dunes. This evening you can enjoy star gazing and the tranquility of the Sahara Desert.
Merzouga – Erfoud – Tinghir – Boumalne – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, departure towards Thinghir for a visit of the famous Todra Gorges. Optional lunch on the way. Continuation towards Ouarzazate via Boumalne du Dades. Arrival to Ouarzazate. Dinner & overnight.
Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Breakfast and visit of the city of Ouarzazate and of the most famous Kasbahs of the region: the kasbah of Taourirt and that of AĂŻt Ben Haddou film set of many biggest film production and also visiting the atlas studio the first cinema studio located in the Maghreb. Continuation to Marrakech up the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Arrival to your Riad for overnight.
Marrakech – City tour
The day is devoted to the discovery of the must-see sites of Marrakech. The tour will include: "The Secret Garden", part of the great tradition of Arab-Andalusian and Moroccan palaces, the Jewish quarter (Mellah) and the Bahia Palace with its magnificent ceilings and patios, the tinsmiths' square. Lunch in a restaurant in the medina. After lunch, continuation of the visit of the city including the minaret of the Koutoubia and the mosque by outside, the medina and the souks. The city tour will end at the famous Jamaa El Fna square, part of the UNESCO heritage.
Marrakech - Casablanca airport
Transfer to the airport of Casablanca.
Arrival in Casablanca
Arrival at Casablanca airport. Welcome and private transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Casablanca -Rabat
After breakfast, departure for the visit of the economic capital of Morocco: the central market located in the art-deco district of the city, the Habbous district, the Royal Palace outside and Mohamed V square. Cross the residential area of Anfa to visit the Hassan II mosque. Optional Lunch, then departure to Rabat. Installation at your hotel before leaving to visit the city: the Royal Palace (the Mechouar), the Kasbah of Oudaya, the Mausoleum Mohamed V, the Hassan Tower and the Monetary Museum. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Rabat - Meknes - Fez
Departure for Meknes and visit of the capital of the king Moulay Ismail, famous for its 40 kms of ramparts. Visit of Bab Mansour, the royal stables and the Jewish quarter. Continue the road towards Fez, through the Roman city of Volubilis and the sacred village of Moulay Idriss. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Fez
The day is dedicated to the visit of this UNESCO heritage city. The visit of Fez includes the medieval medina and the Medersas Attarine and Bou Anania, the Nejjarine fountain, the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss and the Karaouine mosque. In the afternoon, visit of the new city: Fez al Jdid. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Fez - Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud –Merzouga
After breakfast, departure to Merzouga via lmmouzzer Kandar, the cedar woods of the middle Atlas passing by Ifrane, a charming ski resort, and Azrou, an important handicraft centre. Optional lunch in Midelt. Continuation to Erfoud via Errachidia and the Ziz valley dotted with palm trees, which are the source for the yearly date festival in Erfoud. Continuation to Merzouga, the “Desert door”. Here, you swap your car for a Jeep vehicule and start your discovery through the red dunes of Merzouga. An opportunity to enjoy serenity and peace of desert before arriving to your camp for the sunset. Dinner and night at the camp.
Merzouga
Live a full day in the desert. Today you will enjoy a full day in the desert. After breakfast, your experienced cameleer will share with you the serenity and silence of the desert during your camel ride into the red dunes of Erg Chebbi. Afterwards enjoy four-wheel driving through the desert before stopping for a picnic in the dunes. This evening you can enjoy star gazing and the tranquility of the Sahara Desert.
Merzouga – Erfoud – Tinghir – Boumalne – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, departure towards Thinghir for a visit of the famous Todra Gorges. Optional lunch on the way. Continuation towards Ouarzazate via Boumalne du Dades. Arrival to Ouarzazate. Dinner & overnight.
Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Breakfast and visit of the city of Ouarzazate and of the most famous Kasbahs of the region: the kasbah of Taourirt and that of AĂŻt Ben Haddou film set of many biggest film production and also visiting the atlas studio the first cinema studio located in the Maghreb. Continuation to Marrakech up the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Arrival to your Riad for overnight.
Marrakech – City tour
The day is devoted to the discovery of the must-see sites of Marrakech. The tour will include: "The Secret Garden", part of the great tradition of Arab-Andalusian and Moroccan palaces, the Jewish quarter (Mellah) and the Bahia Palace with its magnificent ceilings and patios, the tinsmiths' square. Lunch in a restaurant in the medina. After lunch, continuation of the visit of the city including the minaret of the Koutoubia and the mosque by outside, the medina and the souks. The city tour will end at the famous Jamaa El Fna square, part of the UNESCO heritage.
Marrakech - Casablanca airport
Transfer to the airport of Casablanca.