Arrival Casablanca

The initial days may differ depending on the arrival airport or port, although the main activities stay consistent. Upon landing at Casablanca's Mohammed V airport, the traveler will be received and taken to a hotel situated in Morocco's economic capital. Since this is a private tour, it can be tailored to preferences including the length of the itinerary, accommodation choices ranging from 3 to 4 stars, additional activities, excursions, preferred arrival or departure points, and other specific requests.

30 min

Hassan II Mosque Visit

After breakfast at the hotel, the tour begins with a visit to the Hassan II mosque, which is the second largest religious building worldwide and accessible to non-Muslims. Afterwards, the journey continues to Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco.

60 min

Rabat Historical Sites

In Rabat, the itinerary includes visits to the Kasbah of Oudayas, the Hassan Tower with its unfinished minaret, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Hassan II, who is the father of the current king.

2 min

Travel to Chefchaouen

Following lunch, travel proceeds to Chefchaouen through the city of Ouazzan. Most of the drive passes over the foothills of the Rif Mountains before arriving at Chefchaouen. Accommodation is arranged in a hotel or riad for the night.

24 min

Chefchaouen Exploration

After breakfast, exploration of Chefchaouen begins. This small, clean town is known as the blue city. Visitors stroll through the old Medina, including the restored kasbah and Plaza Utta Hammas, the central square ideal for relaxation. The town features steep, narrow cobbled streets, whitewashed walls, blue doors and windows, with mountains in the background, offering opportunities for photography. The natural spring water of Ras is also visited. Unlike much of Morocco, this town was under Spanish occupation, resulting in Spanish and Moorish cultural influences. Visitors can meet locals, wander the souks, and experience the town's atmosphere.

120 min

Volubilis and Moulay Idriss

Departing Chefchaouen, the route crosses the Rif Mountains to reach the ancient Roman town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The visit includes mosaic floors, a basilica, a temple, and a triumphal arch. Afterwards, the journey continues to Moulay Idriss, a holy town and pilgrimage site for Moroccans.

60 min

Meknes Exploration and Transfer to Fes

Following lunch in the town, the journey proceeds to Meknes to visit several sites: the massive Mansour gate, the granary, the Swani basin, the historic medina with its marketplaces, and Landim square, where one may rest at a café. Later in the afternoon, departure is made for Fes, where overnight lodging is arranged in a traditional riad located in the Medina.

24 min

Fes Medina Tour

After breakfast, a local guide meets the group to start the city tour. The first visits are to the exterior of the Medina, including the Royal Palace Gate and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), which dates back to the 14th century. The ceramics cooperative is visited to observe traditional Moroccan crafts. Inside the Medina, important cultural and historical sites include the Bou Inania Medersa, the Blue Gate, the Karaouiyine Mosque, the large Chouara Tanneries, and Medersa Seffarin, where metalwork such as lamps and teapots is made. Additional architectural sites include Attarin Medersa and the Nejjarin Fountain. In the afternoon, the tombs of the Merinids are visited for panoramic views over the Medina. Overnight is in a riad.

1440 min

Middle Atlas Mountains and Ifrane

After breakfast, travel continues through the Middle Atlas Mountains. A stop is made at Ifrane, a small, clean town known as the "Switzerland of Morocco" due to its resemblance to a Swiss alpine resort. The journey proceeds south through the largest cedar forest in North Africa, home to Barbary monkeys. There is an opportunity to photograph and feed the monkeys.

60 min

Ziz Valley Panorama

After lunch in Midelt, the route heads south via the Talghomt pass, offering views of natural landscapes. Arrival is at the Ziz Valley region, where there is a stop of approximately one hour to observe a panoramic view of this hidden oasis filled with palm groves.

60 min

Sahara Desert Camel Trek

Upon arrival at the Sahara Desert, camels are waiting. After a rest, accompanied by a guide, travelers ride camels across the high dunes of the Erg Chebbi desert. They watch the sunset from the top of a high dune, then continue trekking to the camp where they will sleep in tents similar to those used by nomads. After dinner, Berber music is played by nomads around a fire beneath the starry sky.

1440 min

Sahara Desert Excursion

An early morning wake-up is required to see a sunrise in the desert. After breakfast, the excursion explores different parts of the Sahara Desert. First, the lake of Merzouga is visited, home to exotic birds. Then, the group travels to the middle of the desert where nomads still live traditionally with their animals; visitors share tea with them and observe their lifestyle. The route follows the former Paris Dakar Rally path to Mifis mines, once exploited by France, which are visited. The journey continues to Khamlia village, inhabited by black Berber people originally from Mali and Niger, where visitors can listen to music and dance. Lunch is served in the village (Berber pizza). Afterwards, an impressive oasis on the edge of the sand dunes is visited before returning to the hotel to end the day.

1440 min

Rissani and Souk Visit

After breakfast at the hotel, the journey continues from the desert to the city of Rissani, which was historically an important stop on the Saharan caravan route. If the visit coincides with market days on Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Sundays, there will be an opportunity to explore the largest souk in the region.

60 min

Erfoud Fossil Market

The next stop is Erfoud, known as the fossil town. Visitors can see stalls offering crystals, precious stones, and fossils. A marble workshop is also open for visits.

30 min

Todra Gorges and Valley

The trip continues to Dades Valley, passing through villages including Millab, Tinjdad, and Toroug, before reaching Todra Valley, a green area surrounded by mud villages and mountains. About 30 minutes of driving leads to Todra Gorges, a narrow passage with vertical cliffs 300 meters high, popular with climbers. Lunch is served in the town.

60 min

Dades Valley and Rock Formations

Travel proceeds to Dades Valley, where visitors can see the rock formation locally called "monkies fingers" along with mud kasbahs. Overnight accommodation is in a hotel overlooking the valley.

1440 min

El Kalaa Mgouna and Skoura Kasbahs

The journey today includes a visit to El Kalaa Mgouna, also called Rose Town, where each spring more than 400 tonnes of rose petals are gathered for use in rosewater or for export to perfume manufacturers. The Rose Festival occurs here annually in May. On the route from this town to Skoura, numerous kasbahs can be seen scattered throughout the green Dades Valley. Skoura itself is a small town encircled by thousands of palm trees and hosts some of the finest kasbahs in southern Morocco.

60 min

Ouarzazate, Ait Benhaddou, and Atlas Mountains

The journey continues to Ouarzazate, home to the largest cinema studios in Morocco. Then to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a frequently filmed kasbah, where there is free time for visits and lunch in the village. Afterwards, the route goes to Marrakesh via the High Atlas Mountains at 2260 meters, passing Berber villages and mountainous landscapes. Arrival in Marrakesh is in the evening.

120 min

Overnight in Marrakesh

Overnight stay is arranged in a hotel located in the center of Marrakesh.

1440 min

Marrakesh City Tour

After breakfast, a city tour of Marrakesh begins, covering key historical and cultural sites such as Bahia Palace, Saadien Tombs, and Ben Youssef Koranic School, along with the largest traditional souk in Morocco. Following lunch at a local restaurant near the main square, visits to Koutobia Tower and Majorelle Gardens are possible.

240 min

Second Overnight in Marrakesh

Accommodation for the night is in a hotel in the heart of Marrakesh.

1440 min

Departure Transfer

After breakfast, transfer is provided from the riad to the airport in either Marrakesh or Casablanca for the departure flight, marking the end of the 10-day tour from Casablanca.

1440 min