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11 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Tour From Casablanca

A complete Morocco tour from Casablanca with Chefchaouen, Akchour Waterfalls, Fes, Merzouga Desert, Dades Valley, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech.

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Departure: Casablanca
From €1188 per person (2 travelers)
Private group available
Pickup included
English, French, Spanish, Arabic
Overview

About This Route

This 11-day Morocco tour from Casablanca is ideal for travelers who want imperial cities, Chefchaouen, nature, Sahara Desert, kasbahs, and Marrakech. Enjoy two nights in Chefchaouen, a day trip to Akchour Waterfalls, Fes guided tour, two nights in Merzouga, Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Ait Ben Haddou, High Atlas Mountains, and a guided Marrakech visit.

Highlights

What You Will Experience

  • + Explore the medinas of Fes and Marrakech
  • + Visit Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, and Volubilis
  • + Enjoy two relaxing nights in Chefchaouen
  • + Visit Akchour Waterfalls
  • + Camel trek into the Sahara Desert
  • + Spend two unforgettable nights in Merzouga
  • + Visit nomadic families and fossil areas
  • + Discover Todra Gorges and Dades Valley
  • + Explore Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
  • + Cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains
Itinerary

Itinerary Day by Day

Day 1

Arrival in Casablanca

Upon arrival at Casablanca Airport, meet your Morocco Happiness Tours driver-guide and transfer to your hotel. If time allows, visit Hassan II Mosque and enjoy a short orientation tour. Overnight in Casablanca.

Day 2

Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen

Travel to Rabat, Morocco's political capital, and visit Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Oudaya Kasbah. Continue north into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen. Overnight in a charming riad.

Day 3

Excursion to Akchour Waterfalls

Enjoy a scenic day trip to Akchour Waterfalls in Talassemtane National Park. Hike along lush trails, relax near the falls, and enjoy the natural beauty. Return to Chefchaouen for free time in the medina and a second night.

Day 4

Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

Depart Chefchaouen and drive south to Volubilis for a guided visit of the Roman ruins. Continue to Meknes to see Bab Mansour and the medina, then arrive in Fes by late afternoon. Overnight in a traditional riad.

Day 5

Full Day Exploring Fes

Explore Fes with a local guide. Visit the medieval medina, Al-Qarawiyyin University, Bou Inania Madrasa, tanneries, and artisan souks. Overnight in Fes.

Day 6

Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga

Drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains with stops in Ifrane and Azrou cedar forest. Continue through Midelt and the scenic Ziz Valley. Arrive in Merzouga, ride camels into the golden dunes, enjoy sunset, dinner, and overnight in a luxury desert camp.

Day 7

Full Day in Merzouga Desert

Wake up for sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, enjoy a full desert day: visit a nomad family, discover fossil areas, take an optional 4x4 tour, try sandboarding, or relax in the Sahara. Spend a second night in the desert.

Day 8

Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley

Depart the desert and travel west to Todra Gorges. Walk between the dramatic cliff walls, then continue through Dades Valley with stops to admire landscapes and kasbahs. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse or hotel.

Day 9

Dades Valley - Skoura - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech

Drive through the Valley of Roses and Skoura's palm groves before reaching Ouarzazate. Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass and arrive in Marrakech by evening.

Day 10

Full Day Exploring Marrakech

Meet your local guide for a full exploration of Marrakech. Visit Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, the Mellah, Majorelle Garden, souks, and Jemaa El-Fna square. Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 11

Airport Transfer - Marrakech or Casablanca

Depending on your departure airport and flight time, your driver transfers you to Marrakech or Casablanca Airport.

Includes

  • Airport pickup
  • Private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Local guides in Fes and Marrakech
  • Accommodation during the tour
  • Two nights in Chefchaouen
  • Akchour excursion
  • Desert camp stay
  • Camel trekking in Merzouga
  • Dinners and breakfasts where applicable
  • Airport transfer
  • Fuel and transport costs

Excludes

  • Flights
  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees if applicable
  • Optional 4x4 excursion if not included
  • Tips
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

The price includes airport pickup, private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, professional driver-guide, local guides in Fes and Marrakech, accommodation during the tour, two nights in Chefchaouen, akchour excursion, desert camp stay, camel trekking in Merzouga, dinners and breakfasts where applicable, airport transfer, and fuel and transport costs.

This tour excludes flights, lunches, drinks, personal expenses, entrance fees if applicable, optional 4x4 excursion if not included, and tips. Confirm current pricing and any optional extras with Morocco Happiness Tours before booking.

Yes. You travel in your own private vehicle with your own driver, not in a shared group with other travelers you do not know.

Yes. The route, pace, hotels, and stops can be adapted to your dates and interests. Contact us to confirm any changes before booking.

Send your travel dates and group size through the contact form, WhatsApp, or email. Your booking is confirmed directly with Morocco Happiness Tours, not through automatic online checkout.