10 Days Full Country Trip : From Marrakesh to Casablanca via Sahara Desert

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Overview

Duration:10 days 0 nights
Tour Type:Group tour
Language:English, French

Embark on the ultimate 10-day private journey through Morocco’s most iconic landscapes, historic imperial cities, and cultural highlights. Designed for travelers who want to experience the complete essence of the Kingdom without feeling rushed, this grand circuit takes you from the bustling souks of Marrakesh over the High Atlas Mountains into the dramatic Sahara Desert at Merzouga. Journey north through the spiritual capital of Fes, the blue-washed alleyways of Chefchaouen, and the coastal capital of Rabat, culminating at the grand Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. Enjoy luxury accommodations, private high-end transport, and dedicated local guides throughout your journey.

High Atlas Mountains & Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou: Scenic drive across Tizi n'Tichka pass and guided tour of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage fortress.
Todra Gorge & Dades Valley: Explore towering red limestone canyons and palm-filled river valleys.
Erg Chebbi Saharan Experience: Sunset camel trek, starlit dining, and overnight luxury desert camp stay among the dunes of Merzouga.
Spiritual Fes Medina: Guided tour of Fes el-Bali, ancient tanneries, madrasas, and artisan quarters.
The Pearl of the North (Chefchaouen: Stroll through the tranquil, blue-painted streets of the Rif Mountains.
Imperial Capitals & Coastal Casablanca: Visit the Hassan Tower in Rabat and the magnificent oceanfront Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakesh – Welcome to Morocco

Welcome by your private driver at Marrakesh Menara Airport.

Private transfer to your luxury riad in the heart of the Medina.

Spend the afternoon relaxing or taking an evening stroll around the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa square.

Overnight: Luxury Riad in Marrakesh.

Day 2: Guided Historical Tour of Marrakesh

Meet your licensed local guide for a full-day discovery of the "Red City."

Visit the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque exterior, and Majorelle Garden.

Explore the winding artisan souks specializing in spices, textiles, and handcrafted metalwork.

Overnight: Luxury Riad in Marrakesh.

Day 3: Marrakesh → High Atlas → Ait Ben Haddou → Dades Valley

Early morning departure crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260 m).

Tour the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou with a local guide.

Pass through Ouarzazate and the Skoura palm groves into the scenic Dades Valley.

Overnight: Boutique Hotel / Kasbah in Dades Valley.

Day 4: Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert Camp

Morning walk through the spectacular 300-meter-high cliffs of Todra Gorge.

Travel past Erfoud toward the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga.

Embark on a sunset camel trek across the dunes to your private luxury Saharan camp.

Enjoy a traditional multi-course dinner and live Berber drumming around the campfire.

Overnight: Private Luxury Desert Camp in Merzouga.

Day 5: Merzouga Desert Exploration & Gnawa Culture

Early sunrise over the dunes followed by a fresh desert breakfast.

4x4 desert excursion to visit nomadic families and Khamlia village for authentic Gnawa music.

Optional quad biking or sandboarding on the dunes.

Overnight: Private Luxury Desert Camp or Desert Lodge in Merzouga.

Day 6: Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Cedar Forest → Fes

Journey north through the palm-filled Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas Mountains.

Stop in the cedar forests of Azrou to meet native Barbary macaques and visit alpine-style Ifrane.

Arrive in Fes by late afternoon and check into your historic riad.

Overnight: Luxury Riad in Fes.

Day 7: Full-Day Guided Tour of Fes

Guided exploration of Fes el-Bali, the world's largest car-free urban area.

Highlights include Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque & University, Chouara Tannery, and the Royal Palace golden gates.

Panoramic sunset view over the medina from the Marinid Tombs.

Overnight: Luxury Riad in Fes.

Day 8: Fes → Volubilis → Chefchaouen

Depart Fes to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and the holy hilltop town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun.

Drive through the scenic Rif Mountains arriving at the blue city of Chefchaouen.

Evening at leisure to stroll through the calm blue alleys and Outa el-Hammam square.

Overnight: Boutique Riad in Chefchaouen.

Day 9: Chefchaouen → Rabat → Casablanca

Morning leisure for photography in Chefchaouen.

Travel south to the coastal capital of Rabat to explore the Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, and Mohammed V Mausoleum.

Continue along the coast to Casablanca.

Overnight: Luxury Hotel in Casablanca.

Day 10: Casablanca (Hassan II Mosque) & Departure

Guided tour of the iconic Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, sitting right over the ocean.

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy free time along the Corniche or shopping before your private transfer to Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN).

Includes/Excludes

Private deluxe 4x4 or high-end van with multi-lingual driver throughout the 10 days
Airport transfers in Marrakesh and Casablanca
9 nights accommodation (Luxury Riads, Kasbahs, and Private Sahara Camp)
Daily breakfasts and evening dinners in Dades Valley & Merzouga Desert
Private licensed city guides in Marrakesh, Ait Ben Haddou, and Fes
Sunset camel trek and 4x4 desert excursion in Merzouga
Fuel, highway tolls, and local parking fees

International flights
Lunches, beverages, and dinners in major cities (Marrakesh, Fes, Chefchaouen, Casablanca
Entrance fees to monuments and museums
Gratuities for drivers and guides