Best 16 Days Grand Tour of Morocco from Casablanca

Day 1: Casablanca Airport --> Rabat

Upon arrival at Casablanca Mohammad V International Airport, you will meet your private guide/driver at the arrival hall Then we will head off to Rabat, the capital of Morocco where weshall visit the Royal Gates built in 1864, and enjoy the charming garden of Challa, surrounded by walls and amazing defensive gates, built between 1310 and 1330. after that we will stop at Mohamed V Museum built in 1972, and we will visit the tombs of Moroccan kings Mohammed V, who died in 1962, Hassan II who died in 1999, the tomb of Moulay Abdullah the uncle of Mohammed VI and Hassan Tower which was built in 12th century. after we check-in to your Riad/Hotel and have a relaxing first night in Morocco.

Overnight at Rabat

Day 2: Rabat --> Asilah --> Chefchaouen

After breakfast, we start our journey via the blue city of to Chefchaouen on the way we shall at the town of Asilah, A peaceful town on the northern coast of Morocco, Asilah is a tranquil and beautiful destination on the Atlantic Coast. Offering a refuge from the nearby bustling cities of Tangier and Tetouan, Asilah features deserted, quiet beaches and a relaxing atmosphere. The town has Mediterranean-influenced buildings, including whitewashed houses with blue accents on walls and doors. The houses decorated with paintings highlights the island's reputation as an artists' hangout. after lunch we shall drive to Chefchaouen, we shall have few stops for photos and break for coffee or some Moroccan mint tea, after that we check into your (Riad/Hotel) then you can explore the medina of Chefchaouen which has magical and spectacular unique architecture.

Overnight at Chefchaouen

Day 3: Chefchaouen Relaxing Exploring Day

After breakfast you will explore Chefchaouen blue City of Morocco, is a spectacular and amazing city located between three mountains, the highest, called Chef, which means ‘the head’, is 2050 metres high, the second, called Cha, is 1800 metres high and the the third, Aouen, is 1600 metres high. In Berber language it is called Chefchaouen which translates as “Horns”. Since 2010 it has been one of the UNESCO’s preserved international monuments. The houses are blue and white, with narrow streets, which you will have the opportunity to walk around.You can have lunch at Place Outa el Hammam and visit the Kasbah. In the evening, you will have a short hike to the Spanish Mosque to enjoy the beautiful sunset and full view of Chefchaouen.

Overnight at Chefchaouen

Day 4: Chefchaouen --> Volubilis --> Meknes --> Fes

After breakfast we will start our journey to the northeast via Fes. on the way we shall stop for a short visit of Volubilis, the largest Roman ruins in Morocco, adorned by beautiful mosaics. This historical place will take you back to the Roman period. then have break for lunch, after that we continue to Meknes for visit the mausoleum of Moulay driss Zerhoune, in the centre then We will enter the medina via the largest gates, Bab Mansour, built in 1732, passing the square of Saht Lhdim (a smaller version of Jamaa el Fna square). In the evening we shall head to Fes where you will have relaxing evening at your Riad/Hotel.

Overnight at Fes

Day 5: Fes Guided Tour with Local Guide

After breakfast, the local tour guide will meet you at your Riad /Hotel and begin your guided tour in the Fes medina, one of the world’s largest walled in cities. You will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets and many other art objects of Morocco. You can have lunch in a traditional restaurant in the heart of the medina, and the visit the leather tanneries to experience how traditional Morocco leather products are produced. You will also pass by the University of Al-Karaouine, one of the oldest existing, university in the world. In the evening we will have a short hike to Marinid Tombs where you can enjoy the amazing sunsets and the stunning panoramic view of the Fes Medina.

Overnight at Fes

Day 6: Fes --> Ifran --> Azrou --> Midelt

After breakfast, we will continue our journey across the Atlas Mountains by passing Ifrane the little Switzerland of Morocco, to visit the stone lion and famous European style ski resort. then we will continue our way to Azrou, where we will see the forest of cedar trees, inhabited by Maggot monkeys. then we drive to Midelt where you will have relaxing night which is situated in the middle atlas mountains.

Overnight at Midelt

Day 7: Midelt --> Rissani --> Merzouga Sahara Desert

After breakfast, we shall head off to Sahara Desert. we will cross Ziz Valley, which is characterized by date and palm trees. then stop by the famous dam (barrage) of Hassan Eddakhil built during the French protectorate. Then to small town of Rissani where we can visit souk market after that we continue to majestic Sahara sand dunes at Merzouga. You will set off by camel in the evening for a 1.5-hour trek out to the oasis where you will enjoy the Sahara sunset and spend the night in Luxury Desert Camp. and have dinner in the desert sit around the campfire and listen to traditional Berber music and gaze at the starlit sky.

Overnight at Sahara Desert Camp

Day 8: Merzouga --> Erfoud --> Tinjdad --> Todra Gorge

Waking up early in the morning to enjoy the sunrise in Sahara sand dunes and have breakfast at your luxury Sahara Desert camp. then we shall start the journey by visiting Gnaoua Music in the village of khamlia, where we shall spend beautiful morning, after that we leave towards Todra Gorge. On route, we will stop at Erfoud for visit the Museum of Fossils and Minerals. then we carry on our journey, by passing across berber villages and towns and have lunch on the way and we will pass by a traditional system of underground irrigation in the southeast of Morocco known as Elkhatarat. then head of to Todra Gorge where you will have relaxing night.

Overnight at Todra Gorge

Day 9: Exploring Todra Gorges

After breakfast. we will explore and admie the fascinating landscapes of Todra Gorge and Mountains you can have short hik nearby your Auberge/Hotel, or you can walk to the bottom of the gorge, after that we visit the fields to see how people still use agrecilture and the way they irrigate their fields. In the evening you can have other activities as optional such as rock climbing or another short hike or drive to the berber village of Tamtatauchte, if not just have a relaxing evening at your Auberge/Hotel.

Overnight at Todra Gorge

Day 10: Todra Gorge --> Dades Gorges --> Valley Roses --> Ouarzazate --> Ait Ben Haddou.

After breakfast we head to Dades Gorge and the Valley of 1001 Kasbahs, passing by green fields, fig, walnut, almond and pomegranate trees, and on to the colourful Rose Valley, famous for its rose water which is used in beauty products. The locals celebrate the Rose Festival each year. We will stop at Amridil Kasbah, built in the 17th Century, before crossing the Palmerie of Skoura, arriving in Ouarzazate where we can visit Kasbah Tourirte and Atlas Studio . In the evening we will drive to Ait Benhaddou where you stay overnight.

Day 11: Ait Ben Haddou --> Taroudant

After breakfast we will explore the village, which is famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, where many films made including “The Gladiator” were pictured, is considered a fortified Kasbah and UNESCO World heritage. After the visit, we will head off to Taroudant passing via the village of Taznakht where we will stop by to explore the town and visit some local cooperation of Safran. then to another Argan cooperation to see how woman render Argan Oil and cosmetic products.

Overnight at Taroudant

Day 12: Taroudante --> Agadir --> Sidi Kaouki --> Essaouira

After breakfast, we walk around the town, then we head toward Essaouira passing Agadir, where you will explore the city and beach. Afterwards we drive along the coastline via sidi kaouki until we are arrive the town of Essaouira before sunset; we will enjoy the city walk in the Medina and visit the port.

Overnight at Essaouira

Day 13: Essaouira --> Marrakech

After breakfast, you can visit the medina, ramparts and beach. and have lunch in the seafood market and then depart to Marrakech at afternoon '3pm' after 2.5 hour drive to Marrakech then check into your Riad /Hotel and have some refreshment, after your break you can visit the famous Djemaa-el-Fna, which is the center square of the medina and is one of the center attractions of Marrakech, in the evening and have dinner there.

Overnight at Marrakech

Day 14: Marrakech Guided Tour With Local Guide

After breakfast the tour guide will meet you at the Riad/hotel escort you around this beautiful red city by visiting historical monuments. the gorgeous Bahia palace built in 19th century, the 17th century Saadian tombs, the Koranic School of Ben Youssef, and the Koutoubia Mosque built in 12th century, Jardin Menara You will also visit the famous Souks a great place for shopping where you can buy presents gift for your family, friends or yourselves. You will have free time to enjoy a mint tea or coffee in one of the restaurants or cafes where you can get amazing panoramic views of Jamaa El Fna square.

Overnight at Marrakech

Day 15: Marrakech --> Casablanca

After breakfast, you will have more time to explore the souks and Jardin Majorelle which need to book in advance, after that we drive towards Casablanca where you will visit, Hassan II Mosque, which is one of the largest Mosques in the world and its hand-crafted beauty is breathtaking.

Overnight at Casablanca

Day 16: Casablanca Airport

After breakfast you will be transfer to your Airport for Departure.