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10-Day Morocco Grand Tour: From the Imperial Cities to the Sahara Desert
Departure: Casablanca · End: Casablanca · Duration: 10 days / 9 nights · Total distance: approx. 1,890 km
Overview
Experience the best of Morocco on this carefully designed 10-day journey. From the vibrant streets of Marrakech and the cultural richness of Fes to the golden dunes of the Sahara and the blue charm of Chefchaouen, this tour blends history, landscapes and authentic local experiences. Cross the Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs and enjoy unforgettable nights in traditional riads and a desert camp.
Route Map
| Day | Route | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Casablanca → Marrakech | ≈ 280 km |
| 2 | Guided tour of Marrakech | – |
| 3 | Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley | ≈ 320 km |
| 4 | Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Erfoud → Merzouga | ≈ 290 km |
| 5 | Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Midelt | ≈ 270 km |
| 6 | Midelt → Azrou → Ifrane → Fes | ≈ 200 km |
| 7 | Guided tour of Fes | – |
| 8 | Fes → Rif Mountains → Chefchaouen | ≈ 200 km |
| 9 | Free day in Chefchaouen | – |
| 10 | Chefchaouen → Casablanca | ≈ 330 km |
Distances are approximate and may vary slightly depending on the exact route and stops.
Day 1 – Casablanca → Marrakech (≈ 280 km)
Pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Casablanca. After visiting the main highlights of the city, drive to Marrakech. Free time to explore the famous Jemaa el-Fna square. Overnight in a charming riad or hotel.
Day 2 – Guided Tour of Marrakech
Discover Marrakech with a guided tour of its most iconic sites: the Majorelle Garden, the Koutoubia Mosque and the Saadian Tombs. Explore the vibrant souks and, depending on time, visit the Bahia Palace and the Menara Gardens. Overnight in your riad or hotel.
Day 3 – Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley (≈ 320 km)
Cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka pass and visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, famous for Hollywood films. Continue to Ouarzazate to explore the Atlas Film Studios, then travel through the Valley of Roses along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Dinner and overnight in the Dades Valley.
Day 4 – Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga (≈ 290 km)
Travel through the Dades Valley to the spectacular Todra Gorge, then continue to Erfoud, known for its fossils, and Merzouga. Begin your camel trek across the Sahara dunes, enjoy the sunset, a traditional dinner and Berber music, and spend an unforgettable night in a desert camp.
Day 5 – Merzouga → Rissani → Midelt (≈ 270 km)
Wake up early for a breathtaking desert sunrise. After breakfast and a shower, visit the traditional market of Rissani, then continue via Erfoud and the Ziz Valley to Midelt. Overnight in a riad or hotel.
Day 6 – Midelt → Azrou → Ifrane → Fes (≈ 200 km)
Drive through the Middle Atlas, stopping in the cedar forest of Azrou to see the wild Barbary macaques, then visit Ifrane, “the Switzerland of Morocco”. Continue to Fes. Overnight in a riad.
Day 7 – Guided Tour of Fes
Explore Fes, Morocco’s cultural and spiritual capital: the ancient medina, the Royal Palace gates, the Jewish Quarter, the tanneries and the famous Al Quaraouiyine University. Overnight in a riad or hotel.
Day 8 – Fes → Chefchaouen (≈ 200 km)
Travel to Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in the Rif Mountains, and enjoy its relaxed atmosphere, charming streets and artisan shops. Overnight in a riad.
Day 9 – Free Day in Chefchaouen
Enjoy a free day to explore Chefchaouen at your own pace, relax in its cafés or take photos in its beautiful blue alleys. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 10 – Chefchaouen → Casablanca (≈ 330 km)
Drive back to Casablanca and transfer to your hotel or the airport. End of our services.
Prices & Accommodation Options
All our tours are private. Choose the accommodation level that suits you; the price per person decreases as your group grows.
Children travel with a discount of 50% or more, depending on their age.
Traveling alone? You pay the same price as for 2 people.
Larger groups and families: contact us for a special price.
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off (airport or hotel)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver
- Accommodation in riads/hotels with breakfast
- 1 night in a desert camp
- Camel trek in the Sahara Desert
Not Included
- Lunches and drinks
- Dinners in Casablanca, Marrakech, Fes and Chefchaouen
- Monument and museum entrance fees
- Tips and personal expenses
We offer a wide range of tours from Casablanca to suit every traveler and schedule: 3 days from Casablanca, 4 days from Casablanca, 5 days from Casablanca and 7 days from Casablanca. All our tours are private and can be customized to your dates and travel style.
