This 10 days Morocco journey is a combination of Moroccan history, culture and
landscape. If you do not have enough time to do the Morocco Grand Tour, Best of
Morocco is your first alternative.
You will visit the main imperial cities of Morocco; travel through the Kasbah Trail and the
old Caravan route; visit Essaouira on the coast, and the remote Berber villages. You will
also ride camels and camp in the Sahara Desert. During this journey you will learn about
the history, the diverse culture, meet the locals and enjoy the fascinating landscape that
Morocco has to offer.
If you are travelling through Spain before heading to Morocco, we can meet you in
Tanger, in the north of Morocco, and start from there. Mrahba! -Welcome to Morocco.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca - Rabat
Arrive at Casablanca international airport, where we will meet you and drive to
Casablanca and then to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. In Casablanca you will see the
Hassan II Mosque, the largest one outside of Mecca and experience the coastal Cornish
seaside. Afterwards, we will leave to Rabat. Here you will see the Hassan Tower and the
Oudaya Kasbah, before you check in to your riad in the Medina. Overnight at Riad Kalaa
or similar. Bed and Breakfast. (BB)
Day 2: Rabat - Meknes - Volubilis - Fes
After breakfast in your riad, you will start travelling to Fes via Meknes and Volubilis. In
Meknes, another significant imperial city in Morocco, known as the Ismaili capital of
Morocco, you will see the famous gate Bab Mansour, the Sahrij Souani Bassin, and the
Mulay Ismail Mausoleum. After lunch, your journey continues to the Roman city of
Volubilis, where you will get a chance to see the wonderfully preserved original mosaics,
Roman road, and city layout. As you travel through the Moroccan countryside we will
pass by the Holy City of Moulay Idriss for a photo opportunity. You’ll get to Fes at the
end of the afternoon and check in to your riad within the Medina. Overnight at riad
Yacout or riad Salam. (BB).
Day 3: Full day exploring Fes
Breakfast in your riad, and then start an explorative journey of the Medina where you
will visit the many hidden treasures that only the inhabitants of the place know about.
Fes served as the capital of Morocco for more than 350 years and is home to the
University of Al Karaouine, the oldest operating university in the world. Your guided tour
will take you to Moulay Idriss mausoleum, the Nejjarine Fountains and the Tanneries.
After lunch you will also view the exterior of the Royal Palace and walk through the
famous Jewish quarter “the Mellah”, where you will have the option to visit one of the
few living synagogues in Morocco.
Your tour of Fes includes a short visit to the famous ceramic factory, and then you can
enjoy a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes. In the afternoon we
will visit the new city for a drink. Overnight accommodation at your riad as above. (BB).
Day 4: Fes - Azrou - Midlet - Ziz Valley - Merzouga
After breakfast in your riad, you will leave towards the southeast following the Caravan
roads to Merzouga. During this journey you’ll experience glimpses of the Middle Atlas
and Higher Atlas mountains. Stopping at the Cedar forest, the largest one in Morocco,
over the Middle Atlas Mountains– where you may well sight Barbarian apes. After lunch
in Midelt, you will continue through the large open high desert, and notice how the
scenery changes to reveal hints of the desert as you approach the city Er Rachidia. Your
journey continues along the luxuriant Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet date palm grove,
famous for date cultivation. This area is the foundation of the Alaouite dynasty - the
current ruling royal family in Morocco. You’ll arrive at Merzouga at the end of the
afternoon – to be welcomed with a glass of mint tea before you check in to your CAMEL
RIDE TO UR DESERT CAMPS.
. Half-Board (HB).
Day 5: Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Gorges (260km)
Early in the morning, your camel guide will wake you up to watch what well may be the
best sunrise of your life. After breakfast at the camp you will trek back to the village of
Merzouga. Enroute you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular
Erg Chebbi sand dunes - changing with the light as the day progresses. After breakfast in
your riad, you’ll leave for Rissani , Tinghir, and Todra gorges - the highest, narrowest
gorges in Morocco. After lunch in the heart of the gorge we’ll drive through the Dades
Valley, where you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations
known as "monkey toes". Overnight accommodation will be in a fancy hotel overlooking
the Dades valley. Hotel Xaluca or Jnane Tiouira. (HB).
Day 6: Dades Valley - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou - Tizi n’Ttichka Pass - Marrakech
After breakfast in the hotel we’ll drive through the Dades Valley towards Kalaat Mgouna
and Ouarzazat. The route through Dades Valley is the way of the thousand Kasbahs –
providing numerous opportunities to take some of your best photographic shots of the
trip. We’ll stop at Kalaat Mgouna, "the rose city", to purchase rosewater, which will
make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over. Continue to Marrakech
via the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. Built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber
chieftains during the 18 th century, now the Kasbah is a house of many Glaoui people.
Your journey will continue through the majestic Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260m) over the High
Atlas Mountains, before arriving at your accommodation in Marrakech. Ksar Anika/riad
Princess du desert. (BB).
Day 7: Exploring Marrakech
After breakfast in the riad, you will enjoy a morning guided tour of Marrakech "the Red
City of Morocco”. Your guide will ensure that you see all the sites with historical and
cultural interest, including the Koutoubia Menaret; the Saadian tombs; the beautiful
Palace of Bahia and the Ben Youssef Coranic School. Finally, end the morning by walking
through the medina alleys -getting a chance to admire all of the different artisans
performing their crafts before arriving at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square. Lunch at a
restaurant near the square, and then in the afternoon visit the gardens at Majorelle, and
have a short tour at Gueliz -the new city of Marrakech. After dinner you will have the
option to walk through the square entertained by magicians, story-tellers, tooth-pullers
and food sellers. Overnight accommodation will be in your riad as above. (BB).
Day 8: Marrakech - Casablanca Airport
After an early breakfast in your riad, we will drive you to Casablanca/Marrakech airport
for your flight back home.
Your tour ends at the airport.