10 Days Morocco tour from Casablanca: The Complete Grand Tour
- from Casablanca
Durations
10 Days/ 9 Nights
Tour Highlights
The Complete Moroccan Circuit: A perfectly paced 10-day journey from the Atlantic Ocean to the Rif Mountains, the Sahara Desert, and the High Atlas plains.
The Blue Pearl: Enjoy plenty of time to photograph and wander through the peaceful, blue-washed mountain town of Chefchaouen.
Deep Imperial History: Step back in time with private guided walking tours of the ancient, car-free Medinas of Fes and Marrakech.
Luxury Sahara Experience: Ride a camel across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and sleep in a premium, en-suite desert camp.
Kasbahs & Canyons: Walk through the towering 300-meter cliffs of the Todra Gorge and explore the UNESCO-protected clay fortress of Ait Ben Haddou.
Detailed Itinerary
After breakfast, we explore the imperial highlights of Rabat, including the iconic Hassan Tower, the intricately tiled Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the beautiful blue-and-white walls of the Kasbah of the Udayas. We then drive north, leaving the coast behind as we climb into the green Rif Mountains. By afternoon, the stunning blue buildings of Chefchaouen come into view. Check into your Riad and enjoy a peaceful evening exploring the vibrant plaza.
Driving Time: About 4 hours
Accommodations: Charming blue-styled Riad in Chefchaouen
Meals: Breakfast included
Enjoy a quiet morning exploring the photogenic blue streets and artisan shops of Chefchaouen before the crowds arrive. Around midday, we head south toward Fes. Along the route, we stop to walk through the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its preserved mosaics. We make a quick stop in the imperial city of Meknes to view the monumental Bab Mansour gate before arriving at your luxury Riad in Fes.
Driving Time: About 4.5 hours total with stops
Accommodations: Authentic Riad inside the Fes Medina
Meals: Breakfast included
Keep your car keys packed today. After breakfast, a certified local history guide will meet you for a private walking tour of Fes El Bali, the oldest medieval car-free city in the world. You will navigate the maze-like alleys to see the iconic Blue Gate, the historic Al-Qarawiyyin University, and the striking Chouara leather tanneries, where craftsmen dye hides in massive stone vats. Enjoy a free afternoon to shop for unique pottery, carpets, and spices.
Driving Time: None (Walking Tour)
Accommodations: Authentic Riad inside the Fes Medina
Meals: Breakfast included
We leave Fes early for one of Morocco’s most scenic drives. We climb into the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in the alpine town of Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou to spot wild Barbary macaque monkeys. After lunch, we descend through the dramatic limestone canyons of the Ziz Valley, passing millions of date palms. By late afternoon, the massive golden dunes of Merzouga appear on the horizon.
Driving Time: About 7 hours
Accommodations: Traditional desert Kasbah at the edge of the dunes
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
Spend the day exploring the desert environment in your 4×4. We will visit a nomad family to share mint tea in their tent, and head to Khamlia village to listen to spiritual Gnawa music. In the late afternoon, you will mount a friendly camel for a peaceful trek across the high dunes to watch a spectacular sunset. Arrive at your luxury desert camp for a traditional dinner, Berber drumming around the fire, and incredible stargazing.
Driving Time: Minimal (Local desert tracking)
Accommodations: Private luxury desert camp tent (with en-suite bathroom)
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
Wake up early to catch a breathtaking Sahara sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, we travel west to the magnificent Todra Gorge, a massive river canyon with vertical stone walls rising over 300 meters high. Enjoy a cool walk along the riverbed before we continue our drive into the Dades Valley, where you will spend the night among unique, wind-carved rock formations known locally as “monkey fingers.”
Driving Time: About 4.5 hours
Accommodations: Traditional Riad or hotel inside the Dades Valley
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner included
We travel along the scenic Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa. Shortly after, we visit Ksar Ait Ben Haddou, a spectacular ancient clay fortress town featured in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After exploring this UNESCO site, we cross the High Atlas Mountains via the winding Tizi n’Tichka pass. We drop down into the vibrant plains of Marrakech by early evening.
Driving Time: About 6 hours total
Accommodations: Charming traditional Riad in the Marrakech Medina
Meals: Breakfast included
A friendly local history guide will meet you at your Riad for a private walking tour of the “Red City.” You will admire the beautiful geometric tile mosaics inside the Bahia Palace, view the towering Koutoubia Mosque, and explore the bustling artisan souks. In the afternoon, watch the famous Jemaa el-Fnaa main square transform into an incredible open-air theater of food, musicians, and entertainers.
Driving Time: None (Walking Tour)
Accommodations: Charming traditional Riad in the Marrakech Medina
Meals: Breakfast included
Enjoy a final Moroccan breakfast on your Riad’s sunny rooftop terrace. Depending on your flight schedule, your private driver will provide a direct, stress-free transfer to either the Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) or the Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN) for your journey home, bringing your unforgettable 10-day grand tour to a close.
Driving Time: 20 minutes to Marrakech Airport or 2.5 hours to Casablanca Airport
Meals: Breakfast included
What’s Included / Excluded
Included:
- Private transport in a comfortable, modern car or minivan with air conditioning.
- A professional, private driver who handles all roads and navigation for the full 10 days.
- All airport transfers and daily door-to-door Riad pick-ups.
- 9 Nights of accommodation including traditional Medina Riads, a blue house in Chefchaouen, and a luxury Sahara camp.
- Official local history guides for private walking tours in Fes and Marrakech.
- All daily breakfasts, plus traditional multi-course dinners in the Dades Valley and the Desert.
- Sunset camel trek across the dunes of Merzouga.
- All vehicle fuel, road tolls, and parking fees.
Excluded:
- Daily lunches, everyday dinners (except at the lake), and drinks.
- All entry tickets to historical monuments and museums (typically $3 to $10 per person)
- Tips for your driver and local city guides (completely voluntary).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can this 10-day tour end in Casablanca instead of Marrakech?
Yes! Because this tour is entirely private, we can customize your final day. On Day 10, we can drop you off directly at the Casablanca airport or a Casablanca hotel to perfectly match your outbound flight schedule.
Are the luxury desert tents equipped with real bathrooms?
Yes, our premium desert camps provide maximum comfort. Your private tent will feature a comfortable bed, electricity, and a fully equipped en-suite bathroom with a hot shower and a western flushing toilet right in the middle of the dunes.
Will we have free time to explore on our own?
Absolutely. While we provide expert guides in complex cities like Fes and Marrakech to ensure you don’t get lost, the late afternoons and evenings are typically yours to relax on your Riad terrace, shop, or try local restaurants at your own pace.