Marrakech to the Desert and Casablanca

  • Destination: Casablanca, Erfoud, Fez, Ifrane, Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, Marrakech, Merzouga, Midelt, Rabat, Rissani, Skoura, Ziz valley

Our Best of Morocco Itinerary takes you on a road to see most of the magical spots Morocco has to offer. This Road can be adjusted from eight to fifteen days or more, depending on your schedule; or we can do it the opposite direction, which is a good idea if you are starting and ending your trip […]

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Our Best of Morocco Itinerary takes you on a road to see most of the magical spots Morocco has to offer.

This Road can be adjusted from eight to fifteen days or more, depending on your schedule; or we can do it the opposite direction, which is a good idea if you are starting and ending your trip in Marrakesh.

All the details are available on our Best of Morocco (in reverse) itinerary.

This particular trip covers the highlights of the entire country including the Imperial Cities (RabatFez, and Marrakesh), along with the Sahara Desert.

The itinerary outlined here, is a 10-days trip that can be booked immediately for any dates you may wish.

We can also tailor this itinerary to your needs.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

Day 1: Arrive Marrakech

Upon arriving into the Marrakech Airport, you’ll be picked up and taken to your hotel for the evening.

If you arrive into Marrakech early that day, it can be a good idea to visit the famous square JAME EL FNA.

Day 2: Marrakesh Guided Visit

After breakfast, you can start exploring Marrakech «the red city of Morocco”.

We will ensure that you see the most important sites of historical and cultural interest, including the Majorelle Gardens, the Koutoubia Tower, the Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palacel.

After Lunch at a restaurant near the square, you will walk through the souks and view hundreds of handicrafts.

On the afternoon, you will have some free time to wonder by yourself the other parts of the city.

Day 3: Marrakesh | Ouarzazate | Ait Ben Haddou | Skoura 

Today, you will depart from Marrakesh at 9 am.

After passing over the Tizi n Tichka Pass of the High Atlas Mountains.

Along the way you will stop for lunch and have the opportunity to visit the UNESCO world heritage site atAit Ben Haddou.

You might also enjoy exploring Ouarzazate.

This relatively new city used to be home to the Kasbah, once owned by the Glaouis family who ruled Morocco.

 You will have the option to spend the night in the Dades Valley or in Ouarzazate.

Day 4:Skoura- Merzouga (Sahara Desert) (5hrs)

Today, you will be taken to Merzouga.

On The Road, you can stop at either the Dades Valley or the Todra Gorge.

Following, you’ll choose your camel and head about one hour into the desert to our private tent area.

The night is spent dining alfresco under the stars followed by a night in a Bedouin-style tent.

If you prefer not to camp out, simply ride the camel for one hour to view the sunset and spend the night at the kasbah hotel.

We have both standard and deluxe camps available.

 Day 5:Merzouga- Rissani – Ziz Valley – Erfoud (3hrs)

After rising early, you will be able to ride the camels back to the hotel where you can take a shower, have breakfast, and then venture into the lush Ziz Valley and Rissani .

The night will be spent in Erfoud.

Day 6: Erfoud-Midelt – Ifrane – Fez (7hrs)

Today, you’ll head north through the Middle Atlas Mountains throughout Midelt, Ifrane (the “Switzerland of Morocco”), and finally to your guesthouse for the evening.

Day 7: Fez (Private Guided Tour)

Today you will start exploring the oldest city in Morocco, walking in its alleys and small streets.

Our visit starts by visiting the Royal Palace gate, the Jewish headquarter, and the first Mellah (old fashioned market) built during the 16th century.

We will ensure that you visit all sites with cultural and historical interest including the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest in the region, the Tanneries, the Attarine museum and Mulay Idriss mausoleum.

After lunch, you will visit the tiles cooperative and then experience a wonderful panoramique view over the whole Medina of Fez.

Day 8: Fez Free Day

Today you will have a free day and if you would like to have a cooking class or a traditional Hammam,Medina tours Team will help you to arrange it for you,if you want to use the car is included also.

Day 9: Fez – Rabat –  Casablanca (5hrs)

After breakfast, you will leave towards Casablanca. On route, you will stop at Rabat, the capital city and residence of the King, for lunch and a time to enjoy the beautiful coastal city.

After lunch you will continue on to Casablanca,visit of  HASSAN 2 mosque.

Day 10: Depart Casablana (AT)

You’ll be departing Morocco today, we hope you had a magical time with us and thank you for choosing  Marroco Tours to assist you during your visit to our beautiful Morocco.

Tour Includes:

Hotels 9 Nights

Half Board – 2 meals each day

Transportation (air-conditioned vehicle)

Professional Spanish Speaking Driver

Professional Spanish Speaking Guides in Marrakech ans Fez

Entrance Fees to historical sites

Excursion fees (Camel Trek)

Portage Tips

Does not include:

Airfare / Drinks / Personal Spending / Tips for guides and drivers /Travel Insurance