11 Days Tour From Casablanca to Marrakech Via Desert
Tour Overview: 11 Day Morocco Discovery Tour from Casablanca
Take 11 days tour from Casablanca to begin you journey in Morocco’s largest and most important city, before moving through the culturally and historically diverse Moroccan on this 11 day trip. In these 11 days and 10 nights, you will be moving from one of the four imperial cities of Morocco to the another, enjoy the beauty of the Sahara, and explore the most beautiful places that Morocco has to offer. The tour starts at Casablanca followed by Rabat; the famous blue city of Chefchaouen; and the oldest Roman city of Volubilis. You will be having guided tours for Fes, the cultural city, Meknes which is the Ismaili capital and Ifran, regarded as the Switzerland of Morocco.
Furthermore, Continuing south, the trip takes you through the cedar forests, beautiful valleys and organized markets and finally into the Sahara desert to spend a night under the stars. Watch sunsets , ride camels, and have the fun of roaming around the dessert for many days. The drive continues through Todara and Dades gorges, Ait Ben Hadou Ksour, High Atlas Mountains and pass through. You will also learn about the beautiful city of Marrakech and also the coastal city of Essaouira before you return to Casablanca.
Highlights of 11 Day Morocco Discovery Tour from Casablanca
- Read more about historical landmark of Morocco, the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
- Visit historical landmarks in Rabat; the capital city of Morocco.
- Discover the blue alleys of Chefchaouen.
- Travel to the ancient city of Volubilis today which boasts of remaining Roman architecture.
- Ride camels and the spend a night in the Sahara Desert is an activity that tourists ought to engage in.
- Visit the Todra and Dades gorges, both very beautiful.
- Visit the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah a World Heritage listed site.
- Find out the historical and cultural background of the coastal city of Essaouira.
Itinerary for 11 Day Morocco Discovery Tour from Casablanca
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
Your 11 days tour from Casablanca begins, when we pick you up at the airport or the hotel you booked in Casablanca. This population centre is Morocco’s leading commercial hub. Start at the Hassan II Mosque which sits beside the ocean in Casablanca – it is one of the largest mosques in Africa. Take some leisure time for lunch, then proceed to a city tour involving; the Corniche, Rick’s cafe, Mohamed V Square. If your arrival is close to closing time, then some of the visits are made continue the next day. Dining, shopping and overnight in a fine hotel.
Day 2: Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen
We then move an hour to North’s direction along the coast to Rabat, which is Morocco’s capital. As one of the imperial cities in Morocco, Rabat has a rich history that is not surprising at all. This time you shall go round Morocco and get a chance to tour famous buildings like the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of Oudaya. Depending on the interests of the tourists, after a leisurely dinner, we proceed with the exploration of Ouazzane as the tour finalizes in Chefchaouen. Accommodation in a conventional hotel, with fresh blue painted walls around it.
Day 3: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
Today spend your morning walking through the spellbinding alleys of the blue town or Chefchaouen. Then, we proceed for a visit to the archeological site of Volubilis – a ruins of the ancient Roman city and a list World heritage site. Walking around the site stunned by the statures and when you get a glimpse of a Coptic church or a mosque notice the ornate mosaic work. After that we travel to Meknes, another of the Imperial Cities and full of history and impressive buildings. There is so much to see in this city such as Bab Al-Mansour and the Royal Stables and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. The day is ended by the car trip to picturesque Fes where you are going to spend night in the individual riad.
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Day 4: Guided Sightseeing Tour of Fes
The day is devoted to a discovery of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and religious capital. Begin with Royal Palace gate; continue with walking tour of the old Jewish section of the city, the Mellah. Proceed to an ancient fortress to get your heart races again before jumping to this beautiful Medina. Wander through the winding streets, go to the Medersa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, and the much photographed Tanneries. You’ll also visit Quaraouin Mosque and University – the oldest University in the world. After the tour, go back to your riad and you will be free on the afternoon you chose at check-in.
Day 5: Fes - Ifrane - Cedars Forest - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga
In the morning after breakfast, or move towards the south and the continuation of Middle Atlas. Our first destination is a town of Ifrane which is a beautiful town sometimes people refer to as the Morocco’s Switzerland. Next visit the Cedars Forest the only place where the Barbary macaques are found. We then move to Midelt for our lunch after which we proceed with our drive through Ziz Valley. Late afternoon, get to Merzouga; you will start on the camels and traverse over the sandy dunes. It is advisable to stop on a certain high hill to enjoy the nice smelling air at sunset before proceeding with food and camping in a special luxury desert camp. Experience and taste a Berber dinner with music around a bonfire under the open sky at night time.
Day 6: Explore Merzouga Region
You can also get up early to view the desert sunrise then get back to Merzouga for breakfast. Finally the day is devoted to discover the surrounding of Merzouga area which is full of cultural and sightseeing interest. See how the ancient people of Khamlia were mining the eyeliner mineral, observe the way of life of nomads, and listen to real Gnaoua music. After lunch take a walk through several palm groves and visit the wild off shore lake of Merzouga or what is known as the Flamingo lake. Head back to your hotel for dinner and then later spend the night as you continue with the next day’s activities.
Day 7: Merzouga - Rissani - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley
Later on in the morning, continue going to Rissani, famous for is souk. Proceed to Erfoud which is well known for the fossil workshops. The tour then continues through palm grove and ends at the Todra Gorges; these are red rocks crested cliffs. After this, continue to Dades Valley View points which includes the pointed rocks famously known as the monkey fingers. Overnight in a cozy hotel.
Day 8: Dades Valley - Rose Valley - Skoura - Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After breakfast, the next destination in the tour is the Rose valley famous for its rose products such as; oils. Cross the palm groves of Skoura and join Ouarzazate, which turned into film theatre for famous movies. Today we have a visit of Ait Ben Haddou, a spectacular kasbah and UNESCO site, as an exceptional attraction of the day. Move on following the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass and arrives Marrakech by evening. Overnight in an oriented riad.
Day 9: Guided Tour of Marrakech
Spend the day exploring this colourful city of Marrakech the best ways to spend your day. Go and tour the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Souks. Have lunch at free time near the Jemaa El-Fna square, where people can observe street shows. The tour goes on to visit the Koutoubia Mosque and the flower adorning garden- Majorelle. Later, go back to your hotel, riad, where you will still have more time to wander more around the Marrakech city.
Day 10: Marrakech – Essaouira
In the morning after breakfast we drive westwards to the coastal town of Essaouira. You will get a chance to see the argan tree climbing goats which are so famous. After arriving to Essaouira, it is important to discover the region’s history, sand placed along its shores, and a lively harbor. If time permits, go see the old Medina, take a stroll at the ancient walls and eat fried fish. Overnight stay in Essaouira.
Day 11: Essaouira – Casablanca
Finally, it covers the journey back to and Casablanca city on the coastal roads. Make stops to appreciate views and other related breaks. Upon reaching the airport at the end of the 11 days tour from Casablanca.
Day 12: Essaouira - Casablanca
On the last day, transfer from Essaouira and driving through the coastal of morocco to Casablanca. If there are such opportunities, it is possible to make a few more stops before arriving to the destination depending on flight timing. Last, get to the airport, ensure your amazing 12 days tour from Casablanca.
Included / Excluded
- Per diem for operation of private 4×4 vehicle with air conditioning and fuel
- English/Spanish-speaking driver throughout the tour.
- Nights in selected hotels and traditional riads.
- One night in a luxury desert camp with camel ride.
- Daily breakfasts and three dinners (in Merzouga and Boumalne Dades).
- Airport transfers at the start and end of the tour.
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance.
- Optional activities.
- Lunches
- Tips
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this journey accessible to all the tourists?
Certainly! The private tour comes with friendly features that can suit anyone ranging from single travelers, couples, families and groups. The tourist activities which are incorporated in the itinerary include cultural tourism, scenic tourism, and physical activity tourism.
What should I bring with me for the desert camp in Merzouga?
Our suggested dressing code is comfortable clothing for the day with warm clothing during the evening the desert temperatures can drop significantly. Keeping flash light or head light during night may be useful during the activities at the night time. This filming kit should not be forgotten; sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat to protect against the sun. Also, it is recommended to carry a small back pack for the daily uses essentials and a cameral for spectacular sight seeing of the desert. Personal toiletries and snacks are also encouraged as well as keeping drugs and other explosive related items with a controlled temperature as well as in hotels, restaurants, and airplanes.
What the tour package entailed like are the meals included or excluded in the meals?
Yes, breakfasts daily and three dinners, (in Merzouga and Boumalne Dades towns) are included in the package. Some lunches and dinner are not included in the Tour in order to give you wider choice of available restaurants in the visiting countries. The tour also contains a stay in a desert camp with dinner in Berber style, including music and dancing. If you have any special consideration regarding taking of meal or any other special diet, please let us know and we will consider it.
When is the appropriate season to go on this 11 days tour from Casablanca?
This itinerary can be done best in spring (March – May) and autumn (September – November). These seasons because the temperatures in the regions of Morocco are good enough to encourage movements from one region to the other. Summer may be very dry and extremely hot locally especially in the deserts and the winter may be cold at the hills during the night. There are advantages and disadvantages to each season and it simply means you can decide what you like most. We would like to propose you to pay attention to the weather in the area you are going to visit beforehand.
Is it possible to modify the planned 11 days tour from Casablanca?
Absolutely! We deal particularly with customized tours keen on your interest, location of interest and time of interest. This means that if you would like more stops, longer time in certain places, or certain activities Crave Travel can modify the itinerary as desired. Also, we present private group tours, with departure at any convenient time for travellers. Please feel free to inform us your preferences, we will make an open program according to your requirement.
How many people can I invite, in this case, how does the pricing work?
This tour is ideal since its suitable for any number of people referring to small groups as well as the large ones. The cost is depending on the number of travelers, as the costs per head are coming down, with transportation cost shared by many. Thus, more often traveling with friends or family is more effective from the financial point of view. Kindly contact us for group rates depending on the number in your group and to be given the best price to meet your needs.
What kind of lodgings involve giving during the 11 days tour from Casablanca?
You will dine in gourmet restaurants and choose from a range of accommodations- hotels that are chosen for their Moroccan ambiance, or traditional Moroccan riads. The night in the Sahara Desert will be spent in a luxury camp, private tents, comfortable beds and all modern comfort. Each is selected to offer a definite kind of entertainment, and all are to be the best of Moroccan hosts. If you have any preferences regarding the type of accommodation let us know and we shall try and make the necessary changed.
What kind of lodgings are offered when a tourist is on the 12 days tour from Casablanca?
During the tour you will lodged in clean and decent hotels and traditional Riads with blend of Moroccan style. Moreover, every place provided is selected to provide nice and different experience. experience, reflecting the best of Moroccan hospitality. If you have specific accommodation preferences, please let us know, and we can adjust the arrangements to suit your tastes.