Itinerary

1. Day 1: Casablanca-Rabat-Chefchaouen

   • Leave Casablanca and drive to the capital of Morocco, Rabat, with the Kasbah of the Oudayas, the exquisite Mohamed V Mausoleum tomb of the present king's father and grandfather, the imposing Hassan Tower built in 1196, the 14-century Necropolis of Chellah and the ramparts and walls of the Mechouar surrounding the Royal Palace.
   • Continue to Chefchaouen, a delightful town in the Rif Mountains and one of the most beautiful towns in Morocco. Chefchaouen is a typical Berber village. 
   • Spend the afternoon in this blue and white village, including the Palace El Makhzen and the famous square Uta el Hamman, the city’s Great Mosque, built in the 15th century and the medina.

   Overnight. 

2. Day 2: Chefchaouen-Volibilis-Meknes-Fes

   • After breakfast, depart for Fez via Volubilis, the settlement of the great Roman empire, Morocco's largest and best-preserved Roman ruins. 
   • Continue to Moulay Idris's town, the holiest city in Morocco in the creation of the country's first Arab dynasty and where the founder of Islam in Morocco is buried.
   • Next to Meknes city, the former imperial city was built by King Moulay Ismail at the end of the 17th century. The Meknes city tour includes the old ramparts, the Moulay Ismail stables and granaries.
   • Visit the gate of Bab el Mansour, one of the most beautiful gates in Morocco, the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum--Bab Mansour: The focus of Pl el-Hedim is the massive gate of Bab el-Mansour, the grandest of all Moroccan imperial gateways. The gate is well preserved with lavish (if faded) zellij and inscriptions across the top. It was completed by Moulay Ismail’s son, Moulay Abdallah, in 1732. You can’t walk through the bab itself (although it’s sometimes open to host exhibitions), but instead, you have to make do with a side gate to the left.--Moulay Idriss Zerhoun: the holy town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoune holds a special place in the hearts of the Moroccan people. It was here that Moulay Idriss I arrived in 789, bringing with him the religion of Islam and starting a new dynasty.

3. Day 3: Full day in Fes

   • After breakfast, begin your guided tour to the Fez Medina, a perfect introduction to your trip to Morocco.
   • Explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco.
   • Continue your visit to the UNESCO site - the University of Al Quaraouiyyne, the El-Attarine and Bou Inania Medersas.--Fez Medina: Founded in the 9th century and home to the oldest university in the world, Fez reached its height in the 13th–14th centuries under the Marinids, when it replaced Marrakesh as the capital of the kingdom. The urban fabric and the principal monuments in the medina – madrasas, fondouks, palaces, residences, mosques and fountains - date from this period. Although the political capital of Morocco was transferred to Rabat in 1912, Fez has retained its status as the country's cultural and spiritual centre.
   • Visit Medersa el-Attarine- another example of fine Merenid architecture; the Medersa el-Attarine was built in 1325 by Abu Said. The courtyard here is a beautiful display of the intricate decoration from this period, with elaborate zellige tile-work and cedar woodcarvings. The upper floor is made up of a warren of cells, once home to students of the Qaraouiyine University (now a mosque). Climb the rooftop to get great views of the Qaraouiyine Mosque itself.

4. Day 4: Fes- Ifran- Midelt- Arfoud- Merzouga

   • After breakfast in the hotel, depart for Midelt (about a 4-hour drive) and pass through the Middle Atlas Mountain range en route. 
   • First stop at Immouzer, which is lovely in spring with apple blossom and a lively place to be in July with the Pommes de Fete.
   • Continue to Ifrane, a popular stop amongst local and international tourists who enjoy snow sports in winter and escape from the heat during the summer months. 
   • Move to Erfoud through the dramatic Ziz Gorge.

5. Day 5: Merzouga- Rissani- Todra Gorge- Dedas Gorge

   • After sunrise in the hidden camp, take the road to the eastern side of the High Atlas Mountains in the direction of the Todra gorges. Nice gentle walks in the valley where you will discover and meet the original Berbers of the area.

   Overnight in Dades.

6. Day 6: Dades Gorge- Klaa Mgouna- Ouarzazate- Ait Benhaddou- Marrakech

   • Spend more time discovering the Valley of Roses (kalua mgouna).
   • Continue to the Daddes Valley, where you will have lovely gentle walks on the cultivated fields and villages of the area; the last day on the eastern side of the Atlas mountains.
   • Visit the cinema city of Ouarzazate, the UNESCO Heritage Ait Ben Haddou- Casbah.
   • Drive up to the Tizi n'Tichka pass to get down to the pearl of the south, Marrakech.

7. Day 7: Marrakech-Imlil- Amazmiz- Marrakech

   • Full-day trip from Marrakech to the high atlas mountains to explore outside of Marrakech.
   • Lunch in front of the High Atlas Mountains with wine.
   • Head to Asni, Keka Plato and Amzamiz Valley.

   Overnight in Marrakech.

8. Day 8: Full-day-in-Marrakech

   • Start your journey in Marrakech to discover Marrakech centre with Bahai place, Kotobia mosque, and Majorin garden.
   • Visit Marrakech Medina in the afternoon.

9. Day 9: Marrakech- Essaouira

   • Go to Essaouira Atlantic City and look at the Argan trees. Enjoy the cooperative nature of Argan and continue to view the Panorama of Essaouira.
   • After your arrival, enjoy an afternoon on the beach.

10. Day 10: Essaouira- Asafi-al Jadida- Casablanca

    • After breakfast, drive to Casablanca with Atlantic Beach to visit Asafi and Al Jadida.
    • Enjoy the day back in Casablanca.