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10-Day Moroccan Discovery

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Overview

Over 10 days, tour Morocco to discover the main cities, landmarks and sights all around the country. You'll pass through imperial cities, wander around winding medinas and sleeps under the stars in the desert on your itinerary.

Your tour includes a mixture of local culture, history and stunning Moroccan architecture in Marrakesh, Casablanca, Chefchaouen, the Merzouga Desert, Fes and Rabat.

This is the perfect tour for those that want to visit the must-see Moroccan destinations in one trip!
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature
Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Casablanca

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Arrival in Casablanca

Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca Airport, you will be picked up by your driver and will head straight to the city centre to enjoy a photographic tour of the city including Hassan II
Mosque, the Corniche and The Royal Palace. Enjoy some free time on your own for some lunch before departing to Marrakesh. The drive takes around three and a half hours.

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    Accommodation

    Tempoo Hôtel Marrakesh4 star

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    Activities

    Hassan II Mosque

    La Corniche

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport to Kenzi Basma Hotel

    Private Driver from Casablanca to Marrakesh

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    Destinations

    Casablanca

    Marrakesh

Day 2

Sightseeing in Marrakesh

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Sightseeing in Marrakesh

Today is dedicated to the discovery of the imperial city of Marrakesh with a local guide. Begin by visiting the Koutoubia and the Bahia Palace. Continue with the Saadian Tombs and the Menara Gardens. After lunch, continue to the famous square, Jema El Fna, and enjoy a walk through the various souks (markets) to see all kinds of things for sale. In the evening you have the option of enjoying a traditional Moroccan dinner followed by a show at Chez Ali.

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    Accommodation

    Tempoo Hôtel Marrakesh4 star

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    Activities

    Marrakesh

    Koutoubia Mosque

    Bahia Palace

    Tombs of Saadian

    Menara Gardens

    Jemaa el-Fna

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    Restaurants

    Chez Ali MarrakeshOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

    Marrakesh-Safi

Day 3

Drive to Ouarzazate

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Drive to Ouarzazate

After breakfast, this morning depart to Ouarzazate, through the High Atlas Mountains and passing by Tiz'n Tichka, which stands towering at 2,260 metres. You will also enjoy a photo stop at the Kasbah d’Ait Ben Haddou, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once you have checked into your hotel, you have the rest of the afternoon free to explore Ouarzazate at your leisure.

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    Accommodation

    Riad Dar Chamaa3 star

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    Activities

    Ait Ben Haddou‌

    OuarzazateOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Marrakesh to Ouarzazate

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Marrakesh

    Aït Benhaddou

    Tarmigte

    Ouarzazate

Day 4

Cross the Merzouga Desert

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Cross the Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, depart to Merzouga and stop at the Kasbah of Taourirt on the way. Continue towards Tineghir by crossing Skoura, Kelaa M’Gouna, Dades Valley and Todra Gorge with its cliffs of over 300 meters in height. Once you reach Erfoud, you will hop in a 4X4 vehicle to cross the majestic dunes. Enjoy a camel ride from Merzouga to the Nomad Camp in the Sahara on time for a beautiful sunset. Enjoy dinner and accommodation at the camp.

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    Accommodation

    Riad Dar Chamaa3 star

    Azawad Luxury Desert Camp4 star

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    Activities

    Taourirt Kasbah

    Dades Gorges

    Todras Gorge

    Camel Ride in the Merzouga Desert

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ouarzazate to Erfoud

    Off-Road from Erfoud to Merzouga

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Tarmigte

    Ouarzazate

    Drâa-Tafilalet

    Tinghir

    Hassilabied

    Merzouga

Day 5

Drive to Fes

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Drive to Fes

After breakfast, you'll leave the Merzouga Desert behind and depart for Fes. The journey will take around seven hours and will have you crossing vast and interesting landscapes. On the way, stop for
lunch in Midelt. After, pass through Ifrane, a pretty alpine-style town, and continue driving through the picturesque high Atlas mountains before reaching your accommodation in Fes.

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    Accommodation

    Azawad Luxury Desert Camp4 star

    Riad Zamane & Spa Fès4 star

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    Activities

    Midelt

    Ifrane

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Merzouga to Fes

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Merzouga

    Midelt

    Ifran

    Fes

Day 6

Explore the Holy City of Fes

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Explore the Holy City of Fes

The entire day today is dedicated to visiting Fes, the holy city. You can't tour Morocco without experiencing it! You will visit its historical centre including the Andalusian neighbourhood, the Nejjarine fountain, Karaouyine Mosque and Madrasa Bou
Inania. After some free time for lunch, you'll continue the tour visiting the vibrant souks and the district
of the leather tanners. Return to your hotel after the visit.

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    Accommodation

    Riad Zamane & Spa Fès4 star

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    Activities

    Fes

    University of Al-Qarawiyyin

    Bou Inania Madrasa

    Chouara Tannery

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Fes

Day 7

Visit the Blue City of Chefchaouen

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Visit the Blue City of Chefchaouen

After breakfast, you'll travel in the direction of Chefchaouen, passing by Meknes, an imperial city also
known as the 'Moroccan Versailles'. Continue to visit Volubilis, a UNESCO listed Roma ruins site. After, continue towards the blue city, Chefchaouen, which is nestled in the Rif Mountains. You'll have some free time in the afternoon to wander its compact medina washed in blue and topped with red-tiled roofs.

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    Accommodation

    Riad Zamane & Spa Fès4 star

    Dar Echchaouen4 star

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    Activities

    Volubilis

    Free Time in ChefchaouenOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Fes to Chefchaouen

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Fes

    Fez-Meknès

    Chefchaouen

Day 8

Sightseeing in Tangier

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Sightseeing in Tangier

After breakfast at your hotel this morning, depart for Tangier. The journey will take around two hours, and you will drive there via Tetouan, a white-washed city set at the foot of the Rif Mountains. Once you arrive in the historic port city of Tangier, enjoy a photographic tour of the city's most interesting attractions as well as a stop at the Tangier Kasbah.

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    Accommodation

    Dar Echchaouen4 star

    Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Centre4 star

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    Activities

    Tetouan

    Tangier

    Kasbah Museum

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Chefchaouen to Tangier

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Chefchaouen

    Tetouan

    Tangier

Day 9

Rabat City Tour and Travel to Casablanca

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Rabat City Tour and Travel to Casablanca

This morning you will tour Morocco's capital, Rabat. Enjoy a two-hour guided tour of the city, known for its Islamic landmarks and French colonial heritage. You will explore Rabat's fortifications, the Hassan Tower, the Mohamed V Mausoleum containing the tomb of the Moroccan King, the Royal Palace and the Kasbah of Oudayas. After the tour, you'll drive an hour to reach Casablanca, where you will spend your last night.

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    Accommodation

    Hilton Garden Inn Tanger City Centre4 star

    Kenzi Basma Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Hassan Tower

    Mausoleum of Mohammed V

    Dar al-Makhzen - Royal Palace of Rabat

    Kasbah of the Oudayas

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Tangier to Rabat

    Private Driver from Rabat to Casablanca

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Tangier

    Rabat

    Casablanca

Day 10

Departure From Casablanca

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Departure From Casablanca

After one last breakfast at your hotel, your private driver will transfer you to the airport in Casablanca to catch your departing flight home.

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    Accommodation

    Kenzi Basma Hotel4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kenzi Basma Hotel to Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Casablanca

Included in Price

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 24 activities
  • 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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