12-Days Tour From Casablanca To The Imperial Cities Of Morocco
12-Days Tour From Casablanca To The Imperial Cities Of Morocco
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Overview
Experience Morocco on an unforgettable 12-day tour from Casablanca. Discover imperial cities, ancient sites, the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara Desert, and the Atlantic coast.
Begin in Casablanca and continue to Rabat and the famous Blue City of Chefchaouen. Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, historic Meknes, and Fes, Morocco’s cultural capital.
Travel south through Ifrane, the cedar forests, Midelt, and the scenic Ziz Valley. Continue through Rissani and Erfoud before reaching Merzouga and the Sahara Desert.
Enjoy a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes, watch the sunset, and spend a magical night at a desert camp under the stars.
Continue through the Todra and Dades Gorges and visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass before reaching Marrakech.
Explore Marrakech and the coastal city of Essaouira before returning to Casablanca. This 12-day Morocco tour from Casablanca offers a perfect mix of culture, history, desert adventure, and beautiful landscapes.
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Arrival in Casablanca
Your 12-day Morocco tour from Casablanca begins with a private airport or hotel pickup. Discover Casablanca, Morocco’s economic capital, starting with the impressive Hassan II Mosque overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After lunch, explore the Corniche, Rick’s Café, and Mohammed V Square, depending on your arrival time. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.
Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen
After breakfast, travel north to Rabat, Morocco’s capital and one of its historic imperial cities. Visit the Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Kasbah of the Oudayas. Continue through the countryside toward Chefchaouen, the famous Blue City in the Rif Mountains. Spend the evening exploring its peaceful streets before relaxing at your hotel or riad.
Sightseeing in Chefchaouen
Spend the day discovering the beauty of Chefchaouen. Walk through the blue-painted Medina, explore its narrow streets, browse local shops, and enjoy traditional cafés. In the afternoon, hike to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic views over the blue city and surrounding Rif Mountains. Return to your accommodation for a relaxing evening.
Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
After breakfast, enjoy a final walk through Chefchaouen before heading south to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire its impressive mosaics, columns, and historic remains. Continue to Meknes, another Moroccan imperial city, where you can visit Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani, the Royal Stables, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Continue to Fes for an overnight stay in a traditional riad.
Guided Tour of Fes
Discover Fes with a private local guide and explore Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital. Start at the Royal Palace gates before entering the historic Medina through Bab Boujloud. Walk through the maze of souks and visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, traditional tanneries, and Al Quaraouin Mosque and University. Explore the Jewish quarter, known as the Mellah, and enjoy panoramic views of the ancient city before returning to your riad.
Fes - Ifrane - Cedars Forest - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga
Leave Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains toward the Sahara. Stop in Ifrane, known for its alpine-style architecture and cool climate. Continue to the Cedar Forest, where you may see Barbary macaques. After lunch in Midelt, drive through the spectacular Ziz Valley and its palm-filled landscapes. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and begin your camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset from the dunes before reaching your desert camp for dinner, Berber music, and an unforgettable night under the stars.
Explore Merzouga Region
Wake early to enjoy a spectacular Sahara sunrise before breakfast. Then explore the Merzouga region by 4x4, visiting a traditional nomad family and learning about their desert lifestyle. Continue to Khamlia village to experience authentic Gnaoua music and local culture. Discover the surrounding palm groves and visit the seasonal lake near Merzouga, often known as Flamingo Lake. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Merzouga - Rissani - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley
Leave the Sahara after breakfast and travel to Rissani, a historic trading town famous for its traditional souk. Continue to Erfoud, known for its fossils and fossil workshops. Drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad before reaching the spectacular Todra Gorges. Enjoy a walk between the towering red cliffs before continuing to the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at a local hotel.
Dades Valley - Rose Valley - Skoura - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
After breakfast, travel through the beautiful Rose Valley and continue to the palm groves of Skoura. Visit Ouarzazate, known as the Gateway to the Sahara and famous for its film studios. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and explore its historic mud-brick architecture. Afterwards, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech. Overnight in a traditional riad.
Guided Tour of Marrakech
Spend the day discovering Marrakech, the famous Red City. With a local guide, visit Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrasa, and the colorful souks of the Medina. Explore Jemaa el-Fna Square and experience its lively atmosphere, street performers, and traditional food stalls. In the afternoon, visit the Koutoubia Mosque and the peaceful Majorelle Garden. Enjoy the evening at leisure in Marrakech.
Marrakech – Essaouira Day Trip
After breakfast, drive west from Marrakech to the Atlantic coast and the charming town of Essaouira. Stop along the way to see the famous tree-climbing goats and enjoy the coastal landscapes. In Essaouira, explore the historic Medina, old ramparts, fishing port, and colorful streets. Enjoy fresh seafood at the harbor before returning to Marrakech for your overnight stay.
Marrakech – Casablanca / Departure
Your 12-day Morocco tour from Casablanca ends with a private transfer back to Casablanca. Depending on your flight time, you can enjoy additional stops or free time along the way. Your driver will drop you at Casablanca airport or your preferred accommodation, marking the end of your Morocco adventure.
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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.
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There is flexibility to the tour with respect to group size and composition as either a small or large group can take it. Costing, in general relies on the number of guests, and it is cheaper per head as it escalates with the number of travelers since transport costs are divided. Consequently, the tour can be cheaper if you go along with friends or relatives. For information on costs according to the size of your party, get in touch with us and we will offer you a quote that fits the bill. The more number of guests, the cheaper the individual cost, thus, a wonderful choice for a large group.
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Although travel insurance is not compulsory it is advisable depending on the type and coverage. Precise contingencies can be insured, for example, a medical emergency, a cancellation of a trip, or a lost belonging.
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Absolutely! you can let us know your interests and wishes, and we will create a tour of the kind you want.
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It is advisable to take this tour while on a spring break (March-May) or during the autumn break (September- November). We suggest you should also look up local weather prior to your commute, to ensure that you are prepared adequately.
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Only breakfasts and three dinners (in Merzouga and Boumalne Dades) are offered in the tour price package. Some lunches and dinners also do not that are included so you can lunch out and sample the Moroccan food during the tour. The meal at the Berber village can also be followed by a dance, songs round the fire in the desert. If you have any special requirement on foods, please tell us beforehand since we may try to meet your demand.
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We advise visitors to take lighter clothing during the day and warmer clothes in the evening since the desert is generally cold at night. There are basic items such as a pair of sunglasses and sun lotion or the hat to help overcome the scorching heat. A small backpack is necessary for personal stuff, the camera is also needed to take a lot of beautiful shots of the desert. A flashlight or a headlamp is also recommended although there are many other types of lighting equipment that could be used depending with the kind of night activity in store. In the same way pack personal toiletries and any other drugs necessary to be in the pack for a specific period.
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Yes, this 12 days tour from Casablanca is suitable for any kind of traveler whether the client is alone, a couple, with families or a group of friends. The schedule is versatile, containing a lot of interesting events and excursions associated with culture, as well as visits to stunning nature. Furthermore, you get to order any type of services from us based on your own preference and requirements. If there is anything else you would like to ask or need for us to change please feel free to inform us.
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