7 Days Morocco Tour from Casablanca

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca » Rabat » Fes[295Km]

  When we come to pick you up at your Casablanca hotel, our first stop will be the Hassan II Mosque, a famous place in the city that welcomes people of all backgrounds. This mosque is a great example of the Moorish style in Morocco and was constructed by King Hassan II from 1987 to 1993. It's quite large, with room for 25,000 worshippers inside and an additional 80,000 in the open square outside.

  After that, we'll head to Rabat, where we'll explore some historical spots like Chellah, a beautiful place with a mix of Roman and Merinid ruins. You'll also get to see the unfinished Hassan Tower and the impressive Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Once we've finished touring Rabat, we'll make our way to the next city, Fes, where you'll spend the night.

• Day 2: Fes sightseeing [Sightseeing Guided Day Tour]

  After you've had your breakfast, you'll meet a local guide in Fes. You'll get to explore the old medieval medina of Fes, which is the very first capital city of Morocco. It's like a big, bustling puzzle with over 9,000 narrow streets, and it's known for its rich culture and history. You'll walk around the busy streets, filled with all sorts of colorful items and donkeys carrying stuff. Fes is famous for its handcrafted goods, just like in the olden days, using traditional materials.

  You'll also visit the tanneries, which are a must-see in Fes. Here, you can watch the local folks working on animal skins in small pits, like those from goats, lambs, camels, and cows. And of course, you'll get to taste some delicious Fes cuisine along the way.

  For a fantastic view, head to the southern tower of Fes, and make sure to stop by a pottery cooperative where they make beautiful Moroccan tiles and mosaics. If you're up for it, you can end your day with an entertaining dinner show featuring belly dancers. It's a great way to wrap up your tour of Fes.

• Day 3: Fes » Ifrane » Azrou » Midelt » Merzouga Desert[482Km]

  We're leaving the old Fes behind and moving to another part of Morocco, driving through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we'll take a short break in Ifrane, often called "Little Switzerland" because it's Morocco's first ski resort. Stunning mountains and plain landscapes will surround you. Watch for a special kind of monkey, the Barbary macaque, living in the cedar woods near Azrou.

  We'll stop for lunch in Midelt, a place that has an annual apple festival. The scenery changes quite a bit as we drive through the Ziz Valley on our way to Erfoud, known as the gateway to the Sahara. Here, you can get a turban for your desert adventure. We'll also pass through Rissani. By late afternoon, around 3 or 4 PM, we'll arrive in Merzouga. Then, we'll switch to camel transport, like nomads, and head to your desert camp. You'll get to watch the sunset and spend the night in a Berber desert camp.

• Day 4: Merzouga Desert » Todra Gorges » Dades Gorges » Skoura » Ouarzazate[405Km]

  After breakfast, we'll leave the Sahara desert and head to an old irrigation system still used in the Jorf oasis. Along the way, we'll take a break in Tinejdad. For lunch, we'll be in the Todra Valley, which is one of the oldest valleys in Morocco, known for the ancient caravan trade, and even where Morocco's first silver coins were made. It's a beautiful valley with 15 kilometers of date palm trees, leading to some stunning Gorges. People come here for rock climbing and picnics.

  Next, we'll continue through the Dades Valley, known for its impressive rock formations shaped by millions of years of erosion. We'll also pass through the Rose Valley, which is the only place in Morocco where we gather Damascus roses used to make products like rose water and rose oil, great for skin care and wrinkle prevention. You'll spend the night in Ouarzazate.

• Day 5: Ouarzazate » Ait Benhaddou » Telouet Kasbah » Marrakech[206Km]

  The next morning in this movie-making city, we have two cool places to check out. First, there's the Taourirt Kasbah, a real gem of Berber architecture made from clay and straw. Then, there's the cinema studio.

  When we reach Ait Benhaddou village, we'll take a walk to explore this ancient place. It's where many famous movies like "Lawrence of Arabia", "Jesus of Nazareth", and "Gladiator" were filmed, and they're still making movies here. UNESCO even recognized it as a special cultural site in 1987.

  After that, we'll head to the impressive Telouet Kasbah, a fort built by Thami Pasha, the lord of the Atlas Mountains. It used to be a bustling trading hub for caravans. Our journey continues to the north of the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi N'Tichka pass, a breathtaking road with red mountains and Berber villages, leading us to Marrakech.

• Day 6: Marrakech sightseeing tour

  For the city tour in Marrakech, you'll be guided by a local. First, you'll explore the Bahia Palace, a place with beautiful mosaics and stucco work, and you'll hear interesting stories about the person who built it, Bahmad, and his 4 wives and 24 concubines. Then, you'll visit the remarkable Saadian Tombs, which are ancient royal necropolis grounds from the 17th century.

  You'll also have a great time in Marrakech's famous markets, known as souks. These markets are filled with different scents, colors, and all sorts of items, and you'll be amazed by how big they are. Another stop is Jack Majorelle's garden, a tranquil place in the Ville Nouvelle, where you can see various plants from around the world. The garden's walls are painted in a striking indigo blue.

  Your tour will end at Jamaa El-Fna Square, a lively place with snake charmers, monkeys, food stalls, and musicians. It's the most vibrant square in Marrakech.

• Day 7: Transfer from your hotel/riad to Marrakech or Casablanca airport

  Our driver will come to get you from your hotel or riad in Marrakech and take you to the airport, making sure you arrive about 2 hours before your flight. If your flight is departing from Casablanca airport, we'll make sure to pick you up at the appropriate time. This concludes our 7-day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech.