The Ultimate 10 Days Morocco Itinerary from Casablanca

This captivating trip of 10 Days Morocco Tour from Casablanca to the Sahara Desert is an excellent introduction to our unique country. It not only takes you through four historic cities—Fes, Marrakech, Rabat, and Meknes—but also allows you to get a taste of Morocco’s art and history. Moreover, you’ll have the opportunity to experience Camel Trekking in the Sahara Desert, which is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure not to be missed. In addition to this, there are gorgeous places to visit, architectural sights to see, and incredible experiences that await you on our tours. Furthermore, we are able to offer you unbeatable prices and unparalleled value, ensuring that your journey is both affordable and memorable.

10 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca To Sahara Desert  Itinerary:

DAY 1: FROM CASABLANCA – RABAT

After breakfast at your hotel, we will begin exploring Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco and its largest city, situated in the center-west portion of the nation along the Atlantic Ocean. First, we will take a brief visit to the splendid Hassan II Mosque, a breathtaking landmark of Casablanca with the tallest minaret in the world at 210 meters. Subsequently, we will drive from Casablanca to Rabat, where a visit to the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V is scheduled. This unique complex encapsulates Moroccan royal history, where the country’s past meets its future. Additionally, we will visit the fortified neighborhood of Kasbah of the Udayas, known for its charming white and blue-washed streets, and explore the beautiful Andalusian Gardens. Finally, we will spend the night in Rabat.

– Accommodation : Riad
– Included Activities : Inside visit to Hassan 2 Mosque
– Included Meals : Welcome Dinner

DAY 2: RABAT – CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast  we will drive through the fascinating rif villages to the blue pearl Chefchaouen.We will start exploring this beautiful blue town situated in the rif mountains  south of the Mediterranean coastline in northwest Morocco. First we will visit the kasbah of chefchaouen,  small but charming back to between the 15th and 16th centuries AD, Spend the rest of the day exploring the sights, sounds, and smells of the medina, the shops in the square selling woven goods and small sweets, and, most importantly, tasting the town’s famous goat’s cheese.  Alternatively, you might prefer to get out of town and enjoy a short hike in the surrounding hills.

– Accommodation : Riad
– Included Activities : Rabat – Guided Walking Tour – Chella – Oudaya – Hassan Tower
– Included Meals : Breakfast – Dinner

DAY 3: CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – FES

Next stop will be  The world heritage site VOLUBILIS.  Established before the Christian Era, at a time when the area was part of Mauretania, Volubilis was considered the administrative center of the kingdom of Mauretania and also one of the most remote cities within the Roman Empire, located in the far southwestern region, then we continue to the holly town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoune that give a great into traditional moroccan life and arriving by evening to Fez where you will spend the night in a nice authentic riad.

– Accommodation : Riad
– Included Activities : Guided walking Tour Volubilis
– Included Meals : Breakfast

DAY 4: EXPLORE FES

10 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca To Sahara Desert

After breakfast, you will embark on a sightseeing tour, during which you can walk through the high-walled streets and observe the daily procession of mourners entering the tomb of Fez’s founder, Moulay Idriss II. The medina of Fez, founded in the 9th century, is home to the oldest university in the world, thus making it the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco. As you spend the day exploring the old city, be sure to visit the Mederassa Bou Inania, the vibrant tanneries, and the splendid Funduk Nejjarine, a beautifully restored 18th-century inn. After a full day of immersion in Fez’s rich history and culture, return to your hotel to spend the night and relish a delicious Moroccan dinner.

– Included Activities : Guided walking tour Fes – Fondouk Nejjarine – Mederassa Bou Inania – Alqarawyin University
– Included Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5: FES – MIDELT – ZIZ VALLEY – ERFOUD – MERZOUGA SAHARA

After breakfast, we embark on a long drive to Merzouga, crossing the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we pass through Ifrane, known as the cleanest and most modern city in Morocco. Continuing through the Cedar Forest of Azrou, home to endangered Barbary monkeys, we stop for lunch in a Berber village. Descending through the pre-Saharan zone, we pass Errachidia and Erfoud, famed for pottery and fossil quarries, entering the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet. As we approach Merzouga, the vast plateau gives way to the towering sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, a mesmerizing sight. Here, we embark on a camel ride into the Erg Chebbi sand-sea, an unforgettable experience. Spend the night at a Berber desert camp, enjoying the starlit sky.

– Accommodation : Desert camp
– Included Activities : Meet Nomads – Camel Trekking – Wildlife watch
– Included Meals : Breakfast – Dinner

DAY 6: MERZOUGA – RISSANI – TODGHA GORGES – DADES GORGE

From Merzouga, we continue towards Rissani, once the famed desert capital of Sijilmassa from the 14th to 18th centuries, where caravans traded in gold and slaves across the Sahel. We’ll briefly visit Zawiya Moulay Ali ash-Sharif and explore the bustling Souk (market) and Fondouks. Driving through the Dades Valley, we reach the majestic Todgha Gorges beyond the central High Atlas Mountains, resembling Colorado with its high plateaus. Along the famous Road of 1000 Kasbahs, we’ll visit the Dades Gorge and Valley. Afterward, we’ll enjoy lunch with a Berber family, partake in a cooking course, and take a valley walk to experience Berber culture before retiring to our hotel near the valley.

– Accommodation : Kasbah
– Included Activities : Guided walking tour Dades – Guided walking tour of the valley and Gorge – Carpets co-operative – Visit underground irrigation channels – Errissani Markets – *OPTIONAL Cooking course – Lunch BERBER women – Henna
– Included Meals : Breakfast – Dinner

Morocco sahara desert tours

DAY 7: DADES GORGE – AIT BENAHDDOU – MARRAKECH

10 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca To Sahara Desert Ait Ben Haddou

Aït Benhaddou Kasbah has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987,this Unesco-protected red mudbrick ksar (fortified vilage) built in the 11th centuryand used to be  a strategic stop for caravans of camels, , often numbering hundreds, on the trans-Saharan trade route from the Sudan to Marrakech carrying gold, silver and slaves and returning with salt,Afterword we will  head to Marrakech via the tizin’tichka pass .we’ll stop to visit the town of Telouet and its ancient 17th century Kasbah then we’ll continue exploring the tIzin’tichka road especially its great landscape of Berber’s villages. Overnight in a local riad in the medina of Marrakech.

– Accommodation : Riad
– Included Activities : Visit Skoura – Visit Cinema Museum – Visit Studios – Optional Traditional Hammam & Massage – Free time to explore
– Included Meals : Breakfast

DAY 8: MARRAKESH, FULL GUIDED CITY TOUR

Welcome to Marrakech or “the red city ” situated near the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountain, In Marrakech  Europe, Africa and the Middle East mingle and merge as t is two parts one is the old town called “medina” where you will visit with your local guide the interesting monuments of the city like the “koutoubia mosque”,”the bahia palace” and the famous square Jama lfna.The other part is the new modern town “gueliz” built during the French occupation.

– Included Activities : Guided walking Tour of Marrakech – Bahia Palace – Souks – Jamaa lfna & Koutoubia
– Included Meals : Breakfast

DAY 9: ESSAOUIRA DAY TOUR

Essaouira known also as Mogador is on the Atlantic coast 170 km from Marrakesh. enjoy a relaxing day at your peace in this beautiful seaside city where there are plenty things to do including water sports such as kitesurfing and windsurfing, exploring the fishing markets for fresh seafood and traditional souks of the small medina of Essouira. On the way to Marrakech  there is a chance to stop and take pictures of goats on argan trees by the road and visit Organic Argan oil cooperative that is a form of social and organizational associations that give visitors a great chance to witness the products being made. In rooms adorned with Argan trees, women use ancient tools to hand press oil from the kernels. it is interesting to see the process like an open air museum.

– Accommodation: Riad
– Included Activities : Visit Argan Co-operative – Free time to Explore Essaouira
– Included Meals : Breakfast

DAY 10: CASABLANCA / AIRPORT TRANSFER

What’s included in this 10 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca To Sahara Desert

– A very comfortable and air conditioned Late Model Vehicule
– Fuel for entire journey
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English speaking guides during the tour (you can specify other languages)
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Inside Visit to Hassan 2 Mosque
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All nights accommodations on suite room Hotel
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Camel trekking
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Berber music and animation
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Dinners and Breakfasts during the tour ( vegetarian welcome ) check itinerary for details
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Breakfats daily
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Marrakech, Fes, Rabat, Volubilis city sightseeing with local guides
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Pick up & Drop off at Hotels / Airport
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Visit to Oasis Museum
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Visit to Essaouira
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Trekking Atlas Mountains
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Real life experiences

What’s not included in Morocco sahara desert tours

– Flights & Travel insurance
– All Lunches – ( Dinners, See itinerary)
– Drinks
– Tips & gratuities for your guides and driver
– Extra, Monuments Entrances

Visited places in Morocco sahara desert tours

– Rabat & Casablanca
– Chefchaouen
– Fes Medina
– Meknes
– Volubilis
– Tizi n’Tichka Pass
– Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
– Ouarzazate
– Dades & Todra gorge & Valley
– Valley of roses & Ziz Valley
– Errissani Traditional Markets
– High Atlas Mountains
– Berber villages
– Sahara Desert
– Atlantic ocean

Travel experiences in Morocco Sahara desert tours

– Moroccan Culture & People, Food & History
– Berber Culture
– Camel trekking
– Berber music and animation
– Sleeping in desert camp

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