13-Day Grand Morocco Tour: From Casablanca to Imperial Cities & the Desert
From Casablanca
📝 Tour Description: What to Expect on Your Journey
Morocco is a land of rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture. This 13-day Grand Tour of Morocco from Casablanca invites travelers to explore the many layers of its heritage, shaped by Berber traditions, Roman influence, Islamic history, and European colonization. Experience a well-balanced journey through the bustling medinas of the imperial cities, the serene landscapes of the Atlas Mountains, the striking blue towns of the north, and the vast, enchanting dunes of the Sahara Desert. This tour is designed for those seeking an immersive and culturally rich adventure.
| Destination | Chefchaouen, Desert, Imperial Cities, North & South, Tangier |
|---|---|
| Departure Location | Casablanca |
| Return Location | Casablanca |
| Additional Information | Departure Time: Please arrive by 07:45 AM for a prompt departure at 08:00 AM. Return Time: Approximately 7:00 PM. |
What’s Included / What’s Excluded
- Bottled water during the tour
- Camel ride (one camel each)
- Half-Board accommodations in selected hotels and Riads
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Official art historian guide during the tour
- Overnight in desert camp dinner included
- Private car minivan or 4WD with fuel included
- Professional driver
- Anything not mentioned in the program
- Drinks
- Entrance Fees
- Lunches
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
🌟 Explore the Full Itinerary of Your Journey👇
- Arrival: Pick up at Mohamed V Airport and transfer to your hotel.
- Optional Visit: Depending on your arrival time, you can visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner and relax at the hotel.
- Morning: Visit the Koutoubia Mosque, known for its impressive minaret, and the Saadian Tombs, adorned with beautiful mosaic tiles.
- Afternoon: Explore the Bahia Palace and break for lunch. Afterward, wander through the vibrant Souks (local markets) and the narrow streets around Djemâa El-Fna.
- Evening: Experience the lively atmosphere of Djemâa El-Fna, featuring snake charmers, singers, acrobats, and storytellers. Overnight at your hotel.
- Morning: Depart after breakfast, crossing the High Atlas via Tizi Ntichka Pass (2260m). Visit the historic Kasbah of Telouat along the way.
- Afternoon: Arrive at the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its film sets. Enjoy free time for lunch before continuing to Ouarzazate.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
- Morning: Breakfast followed by a visit to Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert. Explore the Taourirt Kasbah, the former palace of Glaoui.
- Afternoon: Travel through Skoura and the Valley of Roses, arriving at Dades Valley.
- Evening: Dinner and accommodation.
- Morning: Depart along a road lined with diverse kasbahs. Stop at the Todra Gorge, a paradise for mountaineers with its stunning vertical walls.
- Afternoon: Free lunch en route, then continue to the dunes of Merzouga. Enjoy free time to climb the dunes and watch the sunset.
- Evening: After dinner, experience a traditional Berber show with drums. Overnight at the hostel.
- Morning: Breakfast, then surround Erg Chebbi, the tallest dune in Morocco (over 250 meters high). Visit the oasis of Tissardmin and learn about nomadic life at a local camp.
- Afternoon: Enjoy a break in Khamlia, known for its Gnawa music, and then return to your lodge for lunch.
- Evening: Experience a camel ride to the foot of the Great Dune and enjoy a night in a haima under the stars.
- Morning: Wake up before dawn to witness the sunrise over the desert. After breakfast, depart for Fes, traveling through the Ziz Valley.
- Afternoon: Stop in Midelt for lunch, then continue to Fes, passing through Ifrane, known as "Moroccan Switzerland."
- Evening: Arrive in Fes and check in at a riad in the medina.
- Morning: After breakfast, explore Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover its medieval buildings and bustling streets.
- Afternoon: Visit the medieval medina, famous souks, and local artisans. Enjoy lunch on your own and continue exploring.
- Evening: Return to your hotel for the night.
- Morning: Depart for Meknes. Visit the imperial city, including the famous Bab El Mansour gate and the mausoleum of Mulay Ismaïl.
- Afternoon: Optional visit to the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the holy city of Moulay Idriss.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight in Meknes.
- Morning: Depart for Chefchaouen, the "pearl of the north." Admire the blue and white architecture as you cross the Rif Mountains.
- Afternoon: Enjoy free time to explore Chefchaouen, including the Kasbah and Outa Hamam square.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight at a hotel or riad.
- Morning: Leave Chefchaouen for Tangier. Visit the Portuguese Kasbah, Cape Spartel, and the Heracles Caves.
- Afternoon: Stop for lunch in Assilah, known for its colorful walls, before continuing to Rabat.
- Evening: Check in at your hotel or riad in Rabat.
- Morning: Guided tour of Rabat, including the Royal Palace, Kasbah of Chellah, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
- Afternoon: Visit the Kasbah Oudayas before departing for Casablanca.
- Evening: Arrive in Casablanca for overnight accommodation.
- Morning: Breakfast and free time to relax or explore.
- Transfer: At the agreed time, transfer to the airport for your departure. End of services.
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