Itinerary
- Day 1
Casablanca
You'll arrive at Casablanca airport and head to your hotel for check-in. This gives you time to settle in and get oriented before the tour begins.
- Day 2
Rabat - Asilah - Tangier
Start by walking through Mohammad V Square and visiting Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca. From there, travel to Rabat to see the UNESCO World Heritage Site Oudaya and Hassan Tower. After that, head to the Portuguese-colonial town of Asilah where you'll wander through the art-filled medina and see the 15th-century ramparts. Later, drive to Tangier for the night (about 90 minutes from Asilah).
Included Activities
- Visit Mohammad V Square
- Visit Hassan II Mosque
- Visit Oudaya (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Visit Hassan Tower
- Visit Mohammed V Mausoleum
- Visit Asilah town with ramparts and gates
- Visit Church of San Bartolome in Asilah
- Visit El Hamra Tower in Asilah
Landmarks/POIs Mohammad V Square Hassan II Mosque Oudaya Hassan Tower Mohammed V Mausoleum Asilah Church of San Bartolome El Hamra Tower - Day 3
Chefchaouen
This morning you'll explore Tangier's whitewashed medina, checking out Dar el Makhzen palace-museum and the American Legation Museum. Head to Hercules Caves to see the distinctive African continent-shaped opening and enjoy the 1000ft sea-level views overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. In the afternoon, visit the Kasbah Museum with its Andalusian gardens. Then drive to Chefchaouen (about 2.5 hours) to explore its iconic blue-washed old town, Place Outa el Hammam square, red-walled Kasbah fortress, and Ethnographic Museum. You'll have free time for more wandering before your overnight stay.
Included Activities
- Visit Dar el Makhzen museum
- Visit American Legation Museum
- Visit Hercules Caves
- Visit Kasbah Museum with Andalusian garden
- Explore Chefchaouen old town
- Visit Place Outa el Hammam
- Visit Chefchaouen Kasbah
- Visit Ethnographic Museum in Chefchaouen
Landmarks/POIs Dar el Makhzen American Legation Museum Hercules Caves Kasbah Museum Chefchaouen Old Town Place Outa el Hammam Chefchaouen Kasbah Ethnographic Museum - Day 4
Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
Travel to the ancient excavated city of Volubilis, which was once the capital of the Mauretania kingdom. The ruins here are quite well-preserved and offer great views of the surrounding area. Continue to Meknes to see the Imperial city's remnants and the famous Bab Mansour gate with its distinctive arches and mosaic tilework. By evening, you'll drive to Fes for your overnight stay (about 1 hour from Meknes).
Included Activities
- Visit Volubilis ancient city
- Visit Meknes
- Visit Bab Mansour gate
Landmarks/POIs Volubilis Bab Mansour - Day 5
Fes
Spend the day exploring Fes's historical sites with your guide. You'll see Madrasa El Bouinania, a high point of Marinid architecture from the 14th century. Visit El Quaraoiyin Mosque and University, which UNESCO and Guinness World Records recognize as the world's oldest existing, continually operating higher educational institution. Walk through Nejjarine Square, check out the pottery village, and see the South Tower and royal residence. You'll have free time later to explore on your own before your overnight stay in Fes.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Madrasa El Bouinania
- Visit El Quaraoiyin Mosque and University
- Visit South Tower
- Visit pottery village
- Visit Nejjarine Square
- Visit royal residence
Landmarks/POIs Madrasa El Bouinania El Quaraoiyin Mosque and University Nejjarine Square - Day 6
Merzouga Desert
Early departure heading through Ifran with its alpine-style architecture and ski slopes, then through Cedar forests where Barbary macaques live. You'll pass through Midelt and Errachida, then traverse the scenic Ziz Valley's rocky passage and reach Erfoud. By sunset, you're at a desert camp where you'll ride camels with dinner, campfire entertainment, and local music. You'll sleep in a private tent here.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at desert camp), Breakfast
Included Activities
- Pass through Ifran
- Pass through Cedar forests
- Pass through Ziz Valley
- Camel riding at sunset
- Overnight stay in private tent at desert camp
Landmarks/POIs Ifran Cedar forests Ziz Valley Erfoud - Day 7
Merzouga Desert
Wake early to watch the sunrise, then grab breakfast before camels take you back from the Berber camp. A 4x4 excursion then gives you a full visit of the Erg Chebbi dunes and highlighted desert sites. You'll try traditional local lunch (Medfouna) and have free time for exploration. After dinner, you'll stay overnight at a hotel in Merzouga.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional local meal (Medfouna)), Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing
- Breakfast
- Camel return from Berber camp
- 4x4 excursion of Erg Chebbi dunes
- Traditional local lunch (Medfouna)
Landmarks/POIs Erg Chebbi dunes - Day 8
Ouarzazate - Boumalne Dades
After breakfast, drive to Ouarzazate and visit the kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO heritage site showcasing traditional Moroccan earthen clay architecture. Travel through Errissani toward Skoura, then to the charming city of Tinghir with its magnificent palm-grove. Visit the limestone river canyons in the eastern High Atlas Mountains, then continue to Boumalne Dades with its scenic landscapes near the Todgha Gorge. You'll stay overnight in Boumalne Dades.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Ouarzazate
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou kasbah
- Visit Skoura
- Visit Tinghir
- Visit limestone river canyons
- Visit Boumalne Dades
Landmarks/POIs Ait Ben Haddou Tinghir Todgha Gorge - Day 9
Marrakech
After breakfast, travel to Marrakech via Ouarzazate. Visit Atlas Studio to explore the movie-making world and discover stories of film production. You'll also visit the 17th-century kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site showcasing traditional Moroccan earthen clay architecture. Drive through Tishka Pass at 2260m altitude. You'll have free time in Marrakech later with an overnight stay.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Atlas Studio
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou kasbah
Landmarks/POIs Atlas Studio Ait Ben Haddou Tishka Pass - Day 10
Essaouira
An official guide leads you through Marrakech's landmarks including Bahia Palace with its beautiful gardens from the late 19th century, the historic Saadian Tombs from the Saadian dynasty era, and Koutoubia, the largest mosque. You'll also explore Jamaa El Fna, the central marketplace square where vendors and performers gather. After the guided tour, transfer to Essaouira for an overnight stay (about 2.5 hours away).
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Marrakech with official guide
- Visit Bahia Palace
- Visit Saadian Tombs
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque
- Visit Jamaa El Fna
Landmarks/POIs Bahia Palace Saadian Tombs Koutoubia Mosque Jamaa El Fna - Day 11
Marrakech
Explore the coastal town of Essaouira, known for its windsurfing between April and November. Discover its well-preserved fortified medina, art galleries, boutiques, and the atmospheric port with traditional fishing nets and boats. You'll experience the city's vibrant cultural mix as you wander around. Your tour driver picks you up around 2 pm for the drive back to Marrakech (about 2.5 hours). You'll stay overnight in Marrakech.
Included Activities
- Explore Essaouira's fortified medina
- Explore Essaouira's art galleries and boutiques
- Visit Essaouira port
Optional Activities
- Windsurfing (available April-November)
Landmarks/POIs Essaouira Medina Essaouira Port - Day 12
Marrakech to Casablanca Airport
Transfer from Marrakech to Casablanca airport for your departure. This concludes your 12-day tour through Morocco.
