11-Day Private Morocco Tour from Casablanca | Explore Marrakech, Fes & Sahara

Arrival in Casablanca – Journey to Rabat

Welcome to Morocco! Upon landing at Mohamed V Airport in Casablanca, you’ll be greeted by your driver, who will provide a brief introduction to your upcoming journey. Your Moroccan adventure begins with a city tour of Casablanca, including a visit to the Hassan II Mosque, a magnificent masterpiece reflecting Moorish architecture, built under the reign of King Hassan II.
We’ll also enjoy a relaxing stroll along Casablanca’s scenic coastline. Known as Morocco’s economic heart and the largest city, Casablanca is famous for its art deco buildings and its connection to the classic 1942 movie.
We’ll explore landmarks like Place Mohammed V and the Sacred Heart Cathedral, an intriguing fusion of European and Moroccan styles.
Later, we head towards Rabat, the nation’s administrative capital.
Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel or Riad in Rabat.

Meals: Dinner included.

Rabat – The Blue Pearl of Chefchaouen

Following breakfast, we’ll explore Rabat, visiting the unfinished Hassan Tower dating back to the 12th century.
Next, admire the elegant Mausoleum of Mohammed V, constructed by King Hassan II to honor his father, a pivotal figure in Morocco’s independence.
We’ll wander through the charming Kasbah of the Udayas, distinguished by its vivid blue and white walls and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Bouregreg River.
We then journey north to Chefchaouen, a captivating town nestled in the Rif Mountains.
A walking tour through the medina’s maze of blue-washed streets awaits. In the heart of town, you can relax at a café overlooking the square and admire the octagonal minaret of the Grand Mosque.
Andalusian-style architecture shines through the old Kasbah and its gardens.
Don’t miss the colorful souks bustling with locals in traditional attire.
Dinner and overnight stay in Chefchaouen.

Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

Chefchaouen – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez

Today we travel from Chefchaouen to the imperial city of Meknes for a guided tour.
We’ll start at the stunning Bab Mansour Gate, an 18th-century masterpiece built by Sultan Moulay Ismail. Explore the impressive Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and pass by the grand Royal Palace gates.
Visit Heri es-Souani, the historic stables and granaries designed to house 12,000 royal horses.
After lunch, we head toward Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where a guide will share insights into life during Roman times as you marvel at ancient mosaics, columns, and remnants of bathhouses.
We continue to Fez for dinner and an overnight stay in a Riad or hotel.

Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

Immersive Exploration of Fez

After breakfast, your private guide will take you on an in-depth tour of Fez, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Begin at the Royal Palace gates, then proceed to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the old medina.
Visit a traditional pottery workshop to observe the intricate art of mosaic making. Continue to the famous tanneries of Fez where artisans work with leather using ancient methods.
Explore historical sites including a Medrasa (Koranic school), the Nejjarine Fountain, the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss II, and the prestigious Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, recognized as the oldest existing university in the world.
After a traditional Moroccan lunch, dive deeper into the labyrinthine streets of the medina, buzzing with traders and artisans.
Overnight with breakfast at your Riad or hotel in Fez.

Meals: Breakfast included.

Fez – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud

We begin the day traveling through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping first in Ifrane, often called the “Little Switzerland” of Morocco for its alpine charm.
Journey onward to the cedar forests, home to playful Barbary macaques, where you can interact and snap memorable photos.
Continue to Midelt, a town perched between the Middle and High Atlas ranges, perfect for a relaxing lunch.
As we travel south, you’ll admire stunning scenery where nomadic shepherds roam the hills.
Our route follows the magnificent Ziz Valley, marked by its lush date palm groves and dramatic cliffs.
Arrive in Erfoud, famous for fossils and desert landscapes, for dinner and overnight in a stylish Kasbah hotel.

Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga – Camel Trek to Erg Chebbi Dunes

We start our day in Erfoud, with the option to visit a fossil workshop showcasing ancient marine relics.
Then head towards Rissani, the birthplace of the ruling Alaouite dynasty, where you might visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif.
Arriving in a local village, enjoy a Gnaoua music performance and taste a Berber pizza specialty.
In the afternoon, we reach Merzouga, where your Sahara desert experience begins.
Mount your camel and trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets.
Spend an unforgettable night under the stars in a luxury desert camp, equipped with private bathrooms and hot showers, accompanied by Berber drum music and a hearty Moroccan dinner.

Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

Erg Chebbi Sunrise – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Awake early to catch the spectacular Sahara Desert sunrise before returning to Merzouga by camel.
After breakfast, we drive towards the Ziz Oasis and explore the ancient irrigation systems.
Our journey continues to the dramatic Todra Gorges, where towering cliffs rise dramatically over a small river — perfect for a scenic walk.
After lunch, we drive through the Dades Valley, marveling at the unique rock formations shaped by centuries of wind and water erosion.
Overnight stay with dinner at a charming hotel in the valley.

Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech

After breakfast, depart for the Rose Valley, famous for its production of rosewater and cosmetic products.
Stop in Kalaat M’Gouna to shop for locally made rose products.
We continue through Skoura, with an optional visit to the well-preserved Kasbah Amridil, before arriving in Ouarzazate, nicknamed the “Hollywood of Africa.”
Here, you may tour the famed Atlas Film Studios where hits like “Gladiator” were shot.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a breathtaking mud-brick village used in many famous films.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains with their panoramic views and traditional Berber villages to reach Marrakech by evening.
Overnight stay with dinner at a Riad or hotel.

Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.

Guided Marrakech City Tour

After breakfast, a local guide will lead you through Marrakech’s vibrant streets and historical landmarks.
Highlights include the elegant Bahia Palace, the historic Saadian Tombs, the 12th-century Koutoubia Mosque, and the ancient Ben Youssef Madrasa.
You’ll also navigate the bustling souks of Marrakech, where artisans sell spices, textiles, jewelry, and souvenirs.
Visit the serene Majorelle Gardens, designed by French painter Jacques Majorelle.
End your tour at the lively Djemaa el-Fna square, where storytellers, musicians, and food vendors create an unforgettable atmosphere.
Overnight stay with breakfast at your Riad or hotel.

Meals: Breakfast included.

Marrakech – Return to Casablanca

After breakfast, you can either enjoy free time in Marrakech or opt for an early departure back to Casablanca.
Upon arrival in Casablanca, check into your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure.
You may take a relaxed walk along the Atlantic corniche or unwind at the hotel.
Overnight stay with breakfast in Casablanca.

Meals: Breakfast included.

Departure from Casablanca

Today marks the end of your Moroccan adventure.
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Casablanca’s international airport for your return flight home, carrying with you unforgettable memories of Arabian nights and Berber hospitality