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8-Day Tour To Morocco's Iconic Cities From Casablanca
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    History, Sightseeing, Desert

  • Duration

    8 Days

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

This 8-day tour will take you on a journey through Morocco’s most iconic cities and destinations, starting at the modern and fast-paced Casablanca to the world-famous colourful Marrakech city. Your itinerary will include some must-see locations such as the imperial city of Fez, the Middle Atlas Mountains, the Erg Chebbi desert, the Todra gorges, and finally, the historical Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.

Highlights
  • Discover the Old Medinas of imperial cities (Fez and Marrakech)
  • Hike through the Atlas Mountains (the Middle Atlas and High Atlas)
  • Enjoy a camel ride through the desert from the town of Merzouga
  • Explore the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and the lively Jamaa El Fna square
  • Day 1: Casablanca Airport – Rabat – Meknès - Fes expand_more
    • Upon your arrival at the Casablanca airport, our professional driver will pick you up to head directly to the city of Fez. Take the freeway, through which you will enjoy a lovely drive showcasing the diverse scenery and green fields between the many cities that we will meet. 
    • After reaching Fez, you will get to try a delicious Moroccan meal for dinner at the Riad, where you will be spending the night.
  • Day 2: Fes Sightseeing expand_more
    • Enjoy the wonders of Fez city, Morocco’s spiritual capital. First, visit the iconic gates of the royal palace known for their intricate work of Modern craftsmanship. After that, get a tour of Morocco’s first established Jewish quarter, “El Mellah” (during the 16th century), then another tour of the fascinating Old Medina.
    • While exploring the streets and pathways of the old Medina, discover its most important historical monuments such as Al Quaraouine University (the oldest in the world), the Chouara leather tanneries, and more. Wrap up the morning with a visit to the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss and the Attarine museum. After lunch, visit one of the local cooperatives specialized in traditional tiles. 
    • Finally, get the chance to admire the entire city from a beautiful panoramic spot which we will head to, before returning to our Riad. 
  • Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt expand_more
    • Leave Fez and begin an exciting journey towards the Middle Atlas region, starting at the town of Ifrane. Ifrane is known for being a winter snow resort, referred to a lot as the “Switzerland of Morocco”.
    • Continue driving through the Azrou cedar forests in the mountains, where you can stop to see some wild Macaque monkeys. 
    • After spending some time there, continue the road trip, which will take you to the city of Midelt. 

    Overnight at the famous Taddarte Hotel.

  • Day 4: Midelt – Ziz valley - Arfoud – Merzouga expand_more
    • This morning you will wake up to have breakfast at the hotel, after which you will head out to begin the adventure towards Merzouga town, the gateway to the Moroccan desert. 
    • First, cross the Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass before driving through the magnificent Ziz gorges. After taking in all the green scenery of the High Atlas plateau, the landscape will start shifting towards more of a desert atmosphere, and that’s how you’ll know that you're approaching Errachidia city. This is where you will have lunch, experiencing the kindness and hospitality of locals, before driving through the Ziz valley. 
    • Have many stops along the way to enjoy panoramic views and capture memorable pictures. After passing by the desert towns of Erfoud and Rissani, finally arrive at Merzouga town, where you will receive a warm desert-style welcome. 
    • Finally, you will get to mount a camel and ride through the majestic desert dunes during the sunset before arriving at the desert camp where you will spend the night. At the camp, you will have dinner accompanied by a fun time with Berber music and dance
  • Day 5: Merzouga – Toudgha Gorges – Dades valley expand_more
    • Wake up early in the morning to watch the morning sun deposit its first rays on the desert dunes. 
    • After this, take a camel ride back to Merzouga. 
    • Have breakfast at a traditional Riad in the town and then leave the desert to the next destination: Dades Valley. On the way, stop at the gorgeous Todra gorges, which is considered Morocco’s tallest and narrowest gorges. Have lunch there and explore the beauty of the location before finally continuing to the Dades valley. Get to enjoy the rocky landscape and the scattered sandcastles surrounding the valley.

    Have dinner and spend the night at a luxury hotel.

  • Day 6: Dades valley – Roses valley – Ouarzazette – Ait Ben Haddou kasbah – Marrakech expand_more
    • Have breakfast at the hotel, after which you will begin travelling through the Road of The Thousand Kasbahs. This exciting road gets its name from being filled with abandoned Kasbahs and sandcastles all over, which means you will get plenty of photo opportunities.
    • After that, drive through the beautiful Valley of Roses to reach the cinematic Ouarzazate city. 
    • Next, visit the world-famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, perhaps the most important historical Kasbah in Morocco. It was built under Pacha Glaoui, an important ruler of the region during the early 20th century. Today, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is used to backdrop many international historical movies. 
    • Finally, head to Marrakech city through the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying the green scenery and mountainous landscape.
  • Day 7: Marrakech Sightseeing expand_more
    • Wake up in your traditional Marrakech Riad and get ready for an eventful day dedicated to exploring the red city. 
    • Alongside an experienced tour guide, you will discover Marrakech’s most important and impressive landmarks such as the Bahia Palace, the Saadian tombs, the Majorelle gardens and more. 
    • Head to the Old Medina district to enjoy its colors and liveliness, before deciding on a spot in the square of Jamaa El Fna to have lunch. After that, you will be free to explore the city on your own and enjoy whatever activity you prefer.
  • Day 8: Marrakech – Menara Airport expand_more
    • For the last day, you will have some free time to enjoy your last moments in Marrakech. 
    • Then, according to your flight schedule, get a transfer to the Menara airport. This marks the end of the tour.
What's Included
  • 7 Days Private 4×4 and Fuel
  • English-speaking Moroccon tour guide
  • 6 nights in Hotel / Riad
  • Camel ride in Merzouga dunes
  • Overnight in Nomadic camp under stars
  • Sandboarding in the dunes
  • 7 dinners and breakfasts
What's Excluded
  • Beverages
  • Lunch on the way
  • Personal expenses
Meeting Point

Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, Route de Nouasseur, Casablanca, Morocco

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 2 EUR 855 Per Person
Child
1 To 2 EUR 249 Per Person

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