Morocco Itinerary 10 Days from Casablanca: Your Epic Desert Adventure

Detailed 10-Day Morocco Itinerary

Your 10-day Morocco tour itinerary begins as we pick you up from the airport or your accommodation in Casablanca, Morocco's largest city and economic hub. Your first stop is the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, the largest in the country, beautifully situated on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After free time for lunch, we'll explore the city and visit the stunning Casablanca Corniche. You'll spend the night in a comfortable hotel.

After breakfast, we drive along the coast to Rabat, one of Morocco's imperial cities and its current capital. Here, you will visit the iconic Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the historic Kasbah of the Udayas. Following lunch, our journey continues north through Ouazzane to the famous Blue City of Chefchaouen, nestled in the scenic Rif Mountains, where you'll spend the night.

After breakfast, take some time to wander through the enchanting blue-washed lanes of Chefchaouen. From there, we will drive to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a well-preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with stunning mosaics and historic architecture. Our next stop is Meknes, the Ismaili capital and another of Morocco's imperial cities, where we'll visit landmarks like Bab Al-Mansour and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Finally, we'll journey to Fes for an overnight stay in a traditional Riad.

Today is dedicated to exploring the highlights of Fes with a knowledgeable local guide. As one of Morocco's most significant imperial cities, Fes is a center of culture and religion.

We begin with a visit to the Royal Palace gate before entering the well-preserved medieval Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will pass through the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud) and discover architectural marvels like the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, and the famous Tanneries. We will also visit the Quaraouin Mosque and University, the oldest university in the world. Later, we’ll explore the Jewish quarter, "the Mellah," and drive to a historic fortification for a panoramic view of the city. We will then return to your riad for the night.

After a delicious breakfast, our Morocco desert trip heads south towards the Sahara. We’ll pass through Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco" for its alpine-style architecture, and then stop at the cedar forest to see the native Barbary macaques. After lunch in Midelt, we will continue our drive, taking in breathtaking views as we cross the Tizi-n-Tilghmt Pass and follow the Ziz Valley.

In the afternoon, we arrive at the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Here, you'll switch to camels for a memorable trek across the sandy dunes. You’ll pause atop a high dune to witness a spectacular sunset before arriving at your luxury desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner and listen to Berber drum music around a campfire under a vast, star-filled sky.

Wake up early to witness a beautiful sunrise over the desert dunes. After breakfast, you'll return to Merzouga village via 4x4 or camel. Today is dedicated to exploring the fascinating Merzouga region, which offers stunning landscapes, wild lakes, mines, and fossil sites.

We'll start by driving off-road to an ancient eyeliner mine and then visit a nomadic family in their hand-woven tent to learn about their way of life. Next, we'll visit Khamlia village to enjoy a performance of traditional Gnaoua music. After lunch at a local restaurant, we will take a peaceful stroll through a beautiful palm grove, a modern desert oasis, before returning to your hotel for the night.

After breakfast, we leave the desert and head to Rissani, the ancient capital of the Tafilalet region and a major trading center with a lively souk.

After exploring the souk, we continue to Erfoud to visit a workshop of fossilized marble. The journey then takes us through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad to the Todra Gorges, a magnificent canyon carved by the Todra River, perfect for a walk. After lunch, we proceed to the Dades Valley, making stops to admire the unique “monkey fingers” rock formation and other panoramic views. We'll end the day with dinner and an overnight stay in a hotel.

After breakfast, our journey continues to Kalaa Magouna, famous for its Rose Valley and the annual Rose Festival in May. We then drive through the lush palm groves of Skoura to Ouarzazate, known as the "Gateway to the Desert," where we'll visit the film studios.

Next, we will explore the renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in films like *Gladiator* and *Game of Thrones*. From there, we will travel to Marrakech, crossing the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, making stops for lunch and photos. We will spend the night in a traditional Riad in Marrakech.

After a delicious breakfast, a local guide will lead you through the highlights of Marrakech, one of Morocco's four imperial cities. The tour includes visits to the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, and the Ben Youssef Quranic Mosque. You will also explore Morocco's largest traditional souk. After free time for lunch near the bustling Jemaa El-Fna Square, you will see the iconic Koutoubia Mosque and visit the beautiful Majorelle Garden. You can explore Jemaa El-Fna on your own in the evening before returning to your accommodation.

On the final day of your 10 days Morocco itinerary, we will enjoy a brief final tour of the "Red City" of Marrakech. Afterward, we will drive north to Casablanca, making stops for panoramic views along the way, before transferring you to the airport for your departure. This marks the end of your unforgettable tour.