10-Day Morocco Tour from Casablanca

Arrive at the Mohammed V International Airport, and your private driver/guide will meet and greet you before heading to Rabat through the highway.

• Please note depending on your arrival time, we may include a visit to the Hassan II Mosque and a drive alongside the paved Ain Diab Corniche before heading to Rabat; otherwise, we can leave the visit to the mosque to the last day.

After breakfast in your hotel/Riad in Rabat, our Morocco tour from Casablanca will include exploring the administrative capital of Morocco and the home of the king and the Royal family. Rabat has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site since 1912 located at the mouth of the ever-flowing Bou Regreg River.

The Rabat guided tour includes a walking experience at the dramatic Udayas Kasbah wandering through its charming narrow streets, lined with white and blue houses, and taking in the breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean from the Andalusian Gardens.

Next, Next, visit the Hassan Tower, an iconic minaret of an unfinished mosque dating back to the 12th century. Adjacent to the tower is the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a stunning example of modern Moroccan architecture, housing the tombs of King Mohammed V and his sons, King Hassan II and Prince Moulay Abdallah.

Later, you will continue on the track driving north to the blue city of Chefchaouen across the spectacular Rif Mountains and the city of Ouazzane.

After having breakfast in your Riad/hotel in Chefchaouen, you will spend most of the day exploring this charming city with a local tour guide. Start your Chefchaouen guided tour by the strategic Utta el-Hammam square, which is located in the heart of the Medina.

You will visit the Kasbah built in the 15th century by Moulay Ali Ibn Rashid (the founder of the city) who decided to construct the Kasbah as a military outpost to fight against the Portuguese and the Spanish invasions.

Chefchaouen or Chaouen (horns) was named after the two mountains whose shape resembles the goat’s horns. Its history is shrouded in mystery but it flourished when the Muslims and the Jews settled in after the Spanish Reconquista.

The story behind the white blue color in which the city is painted goes back to the Jewish community that chose to paint its neigberhood differently.

Meander around the beautiful streets while absorbing the local culture, you will pass by countless mosques, cemeteries, local bakeries, Hammams, and shops selling items at affordable prices. The walking tour will get you to the panoramic Ras el-Ma Spring where you can see women do the washing by the stream. You may want to include a soft hike uphill to the mosque built by the Spanish occupier but has never been used for daily prayers from where you can enjoy a complete view of the Medina.

After breakfast, you will resume your 10-day Morocco tour from Casablanca with a nice drive through the spectacular Rif Mountains before reaching the Roman Ruins of Volubilis. Have a guided walking tour around this archaeological site while learning about the history of the Roman civilization that settled in the north of Africa.

You will continue on the track to the charming city of Meknes, which is one of the four Imperial cities of Morocco. It was founded by the late Sultan Moulay Ismail in the 17th century who was able to turn it into the “Versailles of Morocco”. Our Morocco tour of the Meknes will include a visit to the impressive Bab (gate) Mansour, then stretch your legs in the el-Hedim Square along with the olive market. Later, you will visit the Royal Granaries & Stables after driving through the high walls of the Royal Palace.

In the evening, you will head to the cultural capital of Fes where you will spend the night in a comfortable Riad.

After breakfast in your Riad/hotel, you will embark on an interesting guided tour of Fes with a local tour guide. This cultural tour will take you back to Medieval Times as the Fes el-Bali (Old Fes) is shrouded in mystery that deserves more than a visit.

You will drive to enjoy the Medina in a panoramic view, then stretch your legs by the Mechouar (Royal Palace) and the well-preserved Mellah (Jewish Quarter) before diving into the labyrinthine alleyways of the Medina. You will visit the University of Al-Karaouine, Bou Inania Madrasa, Al Attarine Madrasa, Zaouia Moulay Idriss II, the Chouara Tanneries, and much more.

In the morning, you will head south to the first gateway to the Great Sahara. You will drive to Ifrane, which is always described as the Switzerland version town of Morocco. Ifrane was selected as the second cleanest city in the world in 2015. After a short break in the cedar forest that hosts a colony of “Barbary Macaques”. After lunch, you will drive through the spectacular Atlas Mountains, and Ziz Gorge and include a short break in the Ziz Valley offering panoramic views. Upon arrival in the majestic Sahara desert of Erg Chebbi, your 10-day Morocco tour itinerary will include a camel trek experience while enjoying the stunning view of the sunset. Have a delicious meal for dinner in our luxury desert camp followed by a session of music before culminating the day with a relaxing sleep in your private and ensuite tent.

Wake up in the early morning to attend the panoramic view of the sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi, and after having breakfast continue on the track to the Dades Valley passing by Erfoud, Tinejdad, and stretching your legs in the impressive Todra Gorge.

Today, you will drive through the famous road of one thousand Kasbahs including a short break at the Valley of Roses known for the annual Festival of Roses. You will resume your journey to Ouarzazate (the Hollywood of Africa) famous for the Taorirt Kasbah. You may want to visit the Atlas Film Studios which have turned the region into a backdrop among international film producers.

You will have a guided tour of the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou with its Kasbahs (fortresses) built over a hill to stand as a watchful eye for the caravans that used to traverse the Sahara from the Atlas Mountains.

After lunch, you will drive across the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m) before arriving in Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Today, you will spend the day exploring Marrakech with a local tour guide. Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Marrakech on this comprehensive guided tour. Begin your morning with visits to the iconic Koutoubia Mosque and the stunning Bahia Palace. Delve into the bustling medina and souks, where you’ll meet local artisans and explore traditional crafts.

Enjoy a delicious Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your journey to the hidden Saadian Tombs and the beautiful Ben Youssef Madrasa. In the late afternoon, unwind in the serene Jardin Majorelle, created by Jacques Majorelle and restored by Yves Saint Laurent. Conclude your tour with a leisurely return to your hotel, reflecting on the day’s immersive experiences.

After breakfast, the private 10-day Morocco tour from Casablanca will come to an end, and depending on your flight schedule, you will drive either to Marrakech or Casablanca airport hoping you will get back home with memorable experiences from Morocco.