12-Day Morocco Grand Tour from Casablanca
This 12-day tour takes you on a rich and diverse journey across Morocco, combining bustling cities, historical landmarks, desert adventures, and coastal charm. Start in Casablanca, explore Tangier and the blue city of Chefchaouen, dive into the imperial cities of Fes and Marrakech, spend unforgettable nights in the Sahara, and end your trip with a relaxing visit to Essaouira on the Atlantic Ocean.
- Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca – Transfer to Tangier
Pick-up from Casablanca airport or hotel Optional visit to the Hassan II Mosque Drive along the Atlantic coast or take the expressway to Tangier Arrival in Tangier and overnight in a hotel in the city center Included: Private transport, accommodation
Day 2: Tangier – Chefchaouen
Morning visit of Tangier: Kasbah, medina, Cap Spartel, and Hercules Caves Scenic drive through the Rif Mountains Arrival in Chefchaouen, free time to explore the blue alleys and relax in the medina Overnight in a riad in Chefchaouen Included: Transport, accommodation, breakfast
Day 3: Chefchaouen – Fes (via Volubilis & Meknes)
Morning departure from Chefchaouen Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis Short stop in Meknes (Bab Mansour, El Hedim Square) Continue to Fes, check-in at a riad inside the medina Free evening in Fes Included: Transport, accommodation, breakfast
Day 4: Full Day in Fes
Full-day guided walking tour of the medina Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, Bou Inania Madrasa, tanneries, artisans’ quarters Explore the souks and historical sites Second night in the riad Included: Breakfast, local guide,accommodation
Day 5: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga Desert
Depart Fes through the Middle Atlas Mountains Stop in Ifrane and the cedar forest near Azrou Lunch break in Midelt Continue through Ziz Valley to reach Merzouga Camel trek into the dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset Overnight in a desert camp with dinner and music under the stars Included: Transport, camel ride, camp, dinner, breakfast
Day 6: Full Day in Merzouga Desert
Sunrise over the dunes Breakfast at the camp Visit to Khamlia village (Gnawa music) and nomadic families by 4×4 or camel Optional sandboarding or quad biking Second night in the desert camp or hotel near the dunes Included: Breakfast, dinner, activities, accommodation
Day 7: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Early breakfast and departure Drive through Rissani and Erfoud Stop at Todra Gorges for walking or climbing Continue to Dades Valley and explore the canyon and rock formations Overnight in a guesthouse with dinner Included: Transport, accommodation, dinner, breakfast
Day 8: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Travel along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs Stop at the Skoura Oasis and Ouarzazate (optional visit to Atlas Studios) Visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass Arrival in Marrakech in the evening Included: Transport, accommodation, breakfast
Day 9: Full Day in Marrakech
Guided city tour of Marrakech Visit Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque, souks, Jemaa el-Fna Optional visit to Majorelle Garden or hammam experience Overnight in a riad Included: Breakfast, local guide, accommodation
Day 10: Day Trip to Essaouira
Depart for Essaouira on the Atlantic coast Explore the port, medina, ramparts, and artisan shops Enjoy fresh seafood or a walk on the beach Return to Marrakech in the evening Included: Transport, breakfast
Day 11: Free Day in Marrakech
Free time to relax, shop, or explore more of the city at your own pace Optional excursions: hot air balloon, cooking class, spa, or quad ride Overnight in your riad Included: Breakfast, accommodation
Day 12: Departure – Marrakech or Casablanca
Breakfast at the riad Transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca airport depending on your flight schedule Included: Breakfast, airport transfer
- What's includes
- Private transport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- English/French-speaking driver throughout the tour
- All accommodations in selected riads, hotels, and desert camp
- Camel trek in the desert
- Local guides in Fes and Marrakech
- Breakfast daily
- Dinners in Merzouga and Dades
- 4x4 or camel activities in the desert
- What's Not includes
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees (optional)
- Personal expenses and tips
