10 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca

10 Days from Casablanca Morocco Tour

This 10 day desert tour departing from Casablanca will save you the trouble of navigating public transport or renting a vehicle. Immerse yourself in the exotic colors and cultures of Morocco.

The rich history and traditions await you in this ancient land, from Casablanca to Rabat, Meknes (Morocco’s capital) to the whitewashed city of Chefchaouen. This northbound tour will take you to the ancient city of Fes and the spice markets in the medinas. You’ll also visit the Roman ruins at Volubilis.

With us, you will discover Morocco’s diversity. Air-conditioned vehicles allow you to travel between attractions in comfort. After the camel trek, a night in a Berber tent camp is included.

We offer a range of private options to suit your preferences, from standard to luxury or a mix of both. Our prices are competitive and vary based on the number of travelers and the type of accommodation. Feel free to contact us at any time.

List of Highlights of 10 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca

Here is the program Itinerary of the 10 Days from Casablanca

Day 1: Casablanca » Rabat [87 Km]

Welcome to Morocco. You will be met by your English-speaking private driver at the Med V airport, Casablanca. The driver will give a short review of your New Year tour. You will then visit Casablanca, Morocco’s most significant commercial capital.

Enjoy the magnificent architecture, the Hassan II Mosque, gardens, and terrace cafes that overlook the Atlantic Coast.

After a day of exploration, relax in the comfort of the Riad or Hotel, where a delicious dinner awaits.

Day 2: Rabat » Chefchaouen [252 Km]

Today, we are driving to Chefchaouen. Before we reach the blue city, we will stop at a few places on our Grand Tour of Morocco. Then, we will spend the night in an authentic riad within the Medina.

Day 3: Chefchaouen » Volubilis » Meknes » Fes [253 km]

We drive to Meknes today for a guided tour. As we drive through the rolling hills, we’ll visit the impressive Roman ruins at Volubilis. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the best preserved Roman ruins in this part of Northern Africa.

As you gaze up at the marble pillars and marvel at the mosaic floors, your local guide will tell you about the Roman Empire. We then continue to Meknes, leaving the Roman Empire.

After lunch, we begin our tour with a guided visit to the Bab Mansour, built in the 18th century by Sultan Moulay Ismail. This is the ornate gate of Meknes, the imperial city.

Our 10-day desert tour continues with a visit to the Mausoleum of Moulay-Ismail, a small yet striking mausoleum. We then pass the entrance to the Meknes Royal Palace before reaching the colossal Heri Es Souani of Moulay Ismail, once the personal stable and granary for his 12,000 horses. As we bid farewell to Meknes, we set our sights on Fes, where a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay await.

Day 4: Fes Sightseeing Tour with local guide

After breakfast in your Riad, you will start your tour. The medina is one of the largest walled cities in the world, dating back to the 9th Century.

Visit the Royal Palace Gate, the Jewish headquarters named “Mellah,” built in the 16th Century.

The medina is a vibrant hub of artisans’ quarters, each with unique charm. We visit the wedding adornment and brass and copper souks. Carpenters, butchers, and bakers have a particular medina area. The famous Fes Tannery is a fantastic place to visit. From a 360-degree view, we can see the men at work dyeing and treating the hides.

Visit Al Karaouine University, founded in the 9th Century, one of many Medersas. Breakfast is included in your overnight stay at the Riad.

Day 5: Fes » Ifrane » Cedar Forest » Midelt » Ziz Valley » Merzouga [460 km]

We continue our 10-day Morocco tour, starting in Casablanca today, as we depart Fes for Erfoud. En route, you will pass through a picturesque forest of cedars and cross the Middle Atlas Mountain Range to the mineral-mining city of Midelt, where lunch is planned. The journey continues through the Ziz Valley, known for its length and palm trees.

Along the road are countless ksars—small villages with individual houses. We then travel to Erfoud, which is famous for its fossils and date festival. After approximately 7 hours, you will reach your destination, the Merzouga Desert. You will spend the night and dinner in a Kasbah.

Day 6: Merzouga » Rissani » Merzouga » Erg Chebbi dunes (Merzouga) [45 km]

From Merzouga, you can start your Saharan adventure with a trip to a Nomad Village and a lunch break at a Kasbah Hotel by the Erg Chebbi dunes. Relax by the pool and prepare for the next stage of your journey.

You can walk or ride a camel across the sands as the sun sets. Once you reach the Erg Chebbi dunes, they will turn a beautiful red color.

Enjoy a Moroccan feast under the stars while listening to the beats of Berber drums and songs. Your tent will have a bathroom with hot water and a shower. Enjoy a Gala Dinner and an unforgettable Night Camping in the Desert.

Day 7: Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) » Todra gorges » Dades Valley [269 km]

Enjoy a beautiful sunrise and a delicious breakfast. Then, you return to Merzouga and re-join the car to continue your journey to the stunning canyons of Todra Gorge along the rugged Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.

Hollywood has used this area to film films like The Last Temptation of Christ or Jewel of the Nile for many years. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Todra Gorges, where water springs run between the rock faces.

You can take a short walk to explore the Todra Gorge, which has grey and pink rock walls. Continue through the Dades Valley. We spend the night at a Kasbah.

Day 8: Dades Valley » Rose valley » Ouarzazate » Marrakech [326 km]

Discover the Valley of Roses today, Kelaa M’Gouna. This is a center for Moroccan roses and rose-related products. Continue your journey via the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, which passes through the Skoura Palm Oasis to Ouarzazate. Continue visiting Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-protected site, after stopping for lunch in Ouarzazate.

Tizi Tichka, the highest road pass in the Atlas Mountains, is 2260m above sea level and offers a panoramic view of the valleys, mountains, and Berber villages. Arrive in Marrakech at sunset. Spend the night in the Riad or hotel.

Day 9: Marrakech City Tour With Local Guide

After breakfast, you will be guided by a professional guide on a city tour of Marrakech. The tour begins with the Koutoubia Mosque, a landmark that has inspired many other buildings, such as the Giralda de Seville and Hassan Tower in Rabat. Next, you will visit the Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace.

The Saadian Tombs in Marrakech date from when Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur ruled. The tombs, discovered in 1917, were restored by Beaux-Arts. The mausoleum contains the graves of approximately sixty descendants of the Saadian Dynasty, which originated in the valley of the Draa River.

Then, you continue to the famous Jemaa el Fna Square. Here, you will find a variety of foods, snake charmers, local musicians, and fortune-tellers. The Jemaa el Fna is the center of the old Marrakesh. It’s unique. Also, you will walk through the souks to see hundreds of handmade crafts. Riad breakfast is included in the night.

Day 10: Marrakech » Casablanca airport [241 km]

Take a return flight from Marrakech Mohammed V International Airport to Casablanca. Enjoy the stories of Arabian and Berber nights and days.

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