Package Overview
From the Atlantic coast of Casablanca to the blue-washed alleyways of Chefchaouen, and from the spiritual heart of Fez to the starry silence of the Sahara Desert, this 10-day cultural and adventurous tour is a masterclass in Moroccan contrasts. Witness ancient medinas, Romanesque kasbahs, and Hollywood film sets, all while sleeping beneath Berber tents in Merzouga. This guaranteed Saturday departure (min. 2 pax) is your key to unlocking the kingdom’s most legendary landscapes and flavours.
Highlights
- Blue Pearl of Chefchaouen: Wander cobbled, powder-blue streets in the Rif Mountains.
- Ait Benhaddou: Explore a UNESCO-protected ksar (fortified village) straight out of Lawrence of Arabia.
- Tizi n’Tichka Pass: Cross the High Atlas at 2,270 metres for breathtaking mountain views.
- Jemaa el-Fna Square: Experience Marrakech’s chaotic, magical souks and storytellers.
- Sunrise over the Sahara: Walk the crimson sands of Erg Chebbi at dawn.
Itinerary
Upon your arrival at Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca, you will be greeted by our representative and transferred to your hotel. During the transfer, you will receive a brief review of the tour itinerary. After checking in, you will enjoy dinner at the hotel (please note that the hotel's restaurant closes at 10:30 PM, and dinner cannot be served in the room), followed by overnight accommodation.
After breakfast, your day begins with a tour of Casablanca, Morocco's economic capital. You will visit Mohamed V Square, the upscale residential area of Anfa, and admire the exterior of the impressive Hassan II Mosque. Continuing to Rabat, you will have lunch before visiting the Royal Palace, the iconic Hassan Tower, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, and the historic Oudaya Kasbah. In the afternoon, you will depart for Tangier, where dinner and overnight accommodation await.
Following breakfast at your hotel in Tangier, you will enjoy a brief orientation tour of the city before departing for Chefchaouen, the beautiful blue and white-washed Andalusian town nestled in the Rif Mountains. After an optional lunch within the medina, you will embark on a walking tour through Chefchaouen's cobbled streets, soaking in the unique Moorish and Spanish atmosphere. Later in the afternoon, you will continue your journey to Fez, where dinner and overnight accommodation are provided.
The entire day is devoted to sightseeing in Fez, the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco. You will explore the medieval medina of Fez el-Bali, visiting the Attarine and Bou Inania Medersas (Quranic schools), the beautiful Nejjarine Fountain, the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, and the exterior of the Karaouine Mosque, one of the oldest universities in the world. In the afternoon, you will visit Fez Jdid (the New Fez). The day concludes with dinner and overnight accommodation at your hotel.
After breakfast, you will depart for Erfoud, traveling via Ifrane, a delightful ski resort known for its Swiss-style architecture, and Azrou, a charming Berber village famous for its handicrafts. You will then continue to Midelt, another Berber village surrounded by mining resorts. Following an optional lunch, you will proceed to Erfoud via Errachidia and the blue water falls of Meski. A 4WD vehicle will then take you to Merzouga, where you will enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and spend the night in a comfortable Berber tent, surrounded by the magnificent dunes of the Sahara Desert.
Wake up early to walk over the golden sands of the Merzouga dunes and witness a breathtaking sunrise. After returning to the bivouac for breakfast, you will continue to Rissani, the holy city where Moulay Ali Cherif, ancestor of the Alaouite dynasty, is buried. From there, you will travel to Tinghir via the Tinjdad road to visit the magnificent Todra Canyons, whose rocky cliffs reach an altitude of 250 meters. After an optional lunch, you will depart towards the Valley of the Roses, following the famous Road of the Kasbahs. You will then make an incomparable crossing of the High Atlas mountains before continuing to Ouarzazate via Kelaat M'Gouna. Upon arrival in Ouarzazate, you will enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation.
After breakfast at your hotel, you will proceed to sightsee the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, one of the most beautiful kasbahs in southern Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This iconic location has served as the backdrop for many films, including Lawrence of Arabia and The Jewel of the Nile. Following an optional lunch, you will continue your journey to Marrakech, passing through stunning landscapes dotted with fortified Berber villages of rare beauty. The route includes crossing the Tichka Pass (2,270 meters altitude) in the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Your day is dedicated to exploring the historical wonders of Marrakech. You will visit beautiful palaces and monuments, including the Bahia Palace, the iconic Koutoubia Minaret, and the serene Menara Gardens. After an optional lunch at a local restaurant inside the medina, your afternoon includes a visit to the Majorelle Garden, known for its French-influenced architecture and its fascinating history tied to iconic designer Yves Saint Laurent. You will complete your sightseeing with a stop at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square, surrounded by lively souks and handicraft quarters. Dinner and overnight accommodation are provided.
Enjoy a morning at leisure, perfect for shopping in the souks or simply relaxing. After an optional lunch, you will depart from Marrakech and travel back to Casablanca. Upon arrival, you will have dinner followed by overnight accommodation.
On your final day, you will be transferred to Mohammed V International Airport in Casablanca for your departure flight. Our team will assist you with all departure formalities, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free end to your Moroccan adventure.
Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation in hotels/bivouac (twin/double share)
- 9 dinners & 9 breakfasts as per itinerary
- Round-trip airport transfers in Casablanca
- Air-conditioned vehicle transport with English/French-speaking driver-guide
- 4WD transfer to Merzouga desert camp
- Local city guides for Fez, Marrakech, and Rabat
- Monument entrance fees: Hassan II Mosque (exterior), Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden, Todra Gorges, Ait Benhaddou
- One traditional Berber dinner in Merzouga tent
- Assistance with departure formalities on Day 10
Exclusions
- International flights to/from Casablanca
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Lunches (optional FB basis available)
- Drinks (water, soft drinks, alcohol)
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel staff
- Entrance to interior of Hassan II Mosque (unless requested)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, phone calls, laundry)
- Visa fees (if applicable)
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