Discover Morocco on an unforgettable 12-day authentic journey starting and ending in Casablanca. This immersive adventure takes you through some of the country’s most iconic destinations, including Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Erfoud, Rissani, Merzouga, and Midelt.
Along the way, you’ll explore Morocco’s rich history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes with guided visits to remarkable landmarks such as the Menara Gardens, Koutoubia Minaret, Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, and the legendary Ait Benhaddou Kasbah. The journey also leads you through stunning natural wonders including the Todra Gorges, Dades Gorges, Valley of Roses, and the scenic Ziz Valley.
Experience the magic of the Sahara with a camel trek across the golden dunes of Merzouga, followed by an unforgettable night under the stars in a traditional desert camp. Throughout the tour, you’ll also discover vibrant local markets, fascinating museums, artisan workshops, and enjoy the rich flavors of authentic Moroccan cuisine.
Departure / Return Location: Casablanca
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival in Casablanca, Morocco’s economic capital, you’ll be welcomed by your driver-guide. Depending on your arrival time, depart south towards the legendary Marrakech — one of Africa’s most captivating cities and a UNESCO-listed imperial capital. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, dive into the heart of the Red City on a full-day guided tour. Explore the serene Menara Gardens, the soaring 12th-century Koutoubia Minaret, the hushed splendour of the Saadian Tombs, the rich Berber collections of the Dar Si Said Museum, and the lavishly decorated Bahia Palace. After lunch at a local restaurant, lose yourself in the colour and chaos of Marrakech’s legendary souks — spices, leather, ceramics, lanterns, and silk at every turn. The day ends with a sunset view overlooking the mesmerising spectacle of Jemaa el-Fna square, alive with storytellers, musicians, and street food. Dinner in a traditional Moroccan restaurant and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, depart over the breathtaking Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass (2,260m) through the High Atlas — a dramatic road winding past Berber villages, tumbling waterfalls, and an ever-changing tapestry of colour and rock. Stop at the extraordinary Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage fortified village that has served as a backdrop for Gladiator, Babel, and Lawrence of Arabia. Explore its ancient earthen ramparts and towers before lunch on-site. Continue to Ouarzazate — Morocco’s cinematic capital and gateway to the Sahara Desert. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, visit Ouarzazate, exploring the Kasbah Taourirt and the legendary Atlas Film Studios — the largest film studios in Africa. Continue east along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing through the fragrant Valley of Roses and the Historic Kasbahs of Skoura, before arriving at the dramatic Dades Gorge in the afternoon — where towering rust-red cliffs frame one of Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, continue along the legendary Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Berber villages and ancient Jewish kasbahs before reaching the towering Todra Gorge in Tinghir — where 300-metre rock walls rise dramatically on either side of a crystal-clear mountain stream. After exploring the gorge, continue to Erfoud, Morocco’s fossil capital, renowned worldwide for its prehistoric marine fossils and artisan workshops. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, visit Rissani — the historic first capital of the Alaouite dynasty — exploring the ruins of ancient Sijilmassa, an important desert trade hub, historic kasbahs, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, and the lively weekly souk. Sample local Berber pizza for lunch before continuing into the desert. Arrive in Merzouga at the foot of the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes — one of Morocco’s most iconic Sahara Desert landscapes. After mint tea at the camp, mount your camel and ride into the golden dunes to watch the sunset paint the Sahara. Dinner under the stars with Saharan drums and overnight in a traditional Berber desert tent.
Rise early for a breathtaking Sahara sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes before a traditional Berber breakfast. Spend the morning discovering the many faces of the desert — visiting the village of El Khamlia to experience hypnotic Gnawa Saharan music, exploring a desert oasis, and passing through remote Saharan villages. Continue north through the spectacular Ziz Gorges and sweeping palm oasis with stops at panoramic viewpoints, before arriving in Midelt, Morocco’s fossil and mineral capital. An afternoon stroll through the town rounds off the day. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, head north through the dramatic Middle Atlas Mountains, passing Berber villages and the Cedar Forest of Azrou — home to wild Barbary macaques roaming freely among ancient cedar trees. Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four Imperial Cities, where you’ll pass through the monumental Bab Mansour gate, visit the royal stables and granaries, pay your respects at the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and explore the Dar Jamai Museum of Moroccan Arts. Continue to Fez for dinner and overnight in your hotel.
Spend a full day immersed in Fez el-Bali, the world’s largest car-free urban area and a living UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your expert guide leads you through the labyrinthine souks, past the Quaraouiyine Mosque (founded 859 AD, considered the world’s oldest university), the Andalusian Mosque, the Nejjarine Fountain, 13th-century Koranic schools (Medersas), the Batha Palace Museum, the famous Chouara Tanneries, Souk Attarine, the iconic blue-and-green-tiled Bab Boujloud gate, the Mellah quarter, and the 17th-century Ibn Danan Synagogue. End the afternoon with panoramic views over the ancient medina from the hilltop Borj Nord at sunset. Dinner with a traditional spectacle and overnight in your riad.
After breakfast, depart northwest with a stop at the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis — Morocco’s best-preserved archaeological site, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 2,000 years, with remarkably intact mosaics, a triumphal arch, and ancient forums. Continue into the Rif Mountains to reach Chefchaouen, Morocco’s legendary blue city, where cobalt-washed alleyways, mountain air, and a deeply relaxed atmosphere await. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, depart south with a stop in Rabat, Morocco’s UNESCO-listed political capital. Explore the historic Kasbah of the Udayas, the magnificent Mausoleum of Mohammed V beside the Hassan Tower, and the ancient Merinid ruins of Chellah. Continue to Casablanca for your final night in Morocco. Dinner and overnight in your hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque — the second-largest mosque in the world and one of the few open to non-Muslim visitors, a true masterpiece of Moroccan craftsmanship rising majestically above the Atlantic Ocean. Depending on your flight time, transfer to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport for the end of your unforgettable Moroccan journey.
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