10 Day Road Trip In Morocco

Welcome to Morocco! Welcome to Casablanca where you will meet your private driver and escorted to your hotel. The driver will provide a brief overview of your Morocco tour. Depends on time of your arrival, you may explore this cosmopolitan metropolis, a city connected to its heritage along the contemporary streets and life. The wide boulevards are lined with palm trees that sway in the ocean breeze. The Atlantic laps at the bordering shores and the Atlas Mountain foothills create the eastern boundary. Art galleries present images of the people’s modern life that has also been informed by a rich cultural past. The minaret of Hassan II Mosque creates a solitary skyline against the shore and shows wonderful sample of Moorish influences in Morocco. You can settle in to the wonders of Casablanca and see the majesty of Morocco. Spend the overnight with breakfast at the hotel.

After breakfast, we will travel to the administrative capital Rabat. We will see the unfinished mosque tower of Hassan dated back to the 12th century. You will also visit the mausoleum of Mohamed V, built by King Hassan II and dedicated to his father, Mohamed V, for honoring him as the father of the independence. You will visit the 12th century Kasbah of Oudaya with its beautiful white and blue buildings with a fantastic view over the Atlantic beach and Bouragrag River. We will continue on our journey to the Imperial City of Meknes. Meknes has a large production of olives and olive oil and you will see an amazing variety of olives in the local market of Lahdime. You will see the ornamental gate of Bab Mansour, the granary at Sahrij Swani. Only 30 km from Meknes we will visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is a partly excavated Roman city where we will enjoy seeing the remains of astonishing mosaics and hundreds of Latin inscriptions. After leaving Volubilis we will continue our way on towards the medieval city of Fes for the overnight with dinner in a hotel or Riad.

After breakfast, you will meet your private tour guide to enjoy a guided city tour to explore the first imperial city of Morocco, Fes; this UNESCO World Heritage Site was founded in the 9th century, and is home to the world’s oldest university. The first stop of the morning is a visit to the entrance of the largest royal palace in Morocco. Afterwards, we will drive for a wonderful panoramic views of the whole medina from the southern tower of Fes, visit a pottery co-operative where tiles and Moroccan mosaic are made. We will visit the tanneries, to watch the locals working with the skins of animals such as goat, camel and cow. We will explore a Medrassa (Koranic school), the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum, and the Karaouine Mosque University. Enjoy a Moroccan lunch at a traditional restaurant in the Medina. Afterwards, continue to explore the medina and its narrow alleys house hundreds of merchants and craftsmen selling a range of products such as dates, fish, spices, copper urns and musical instruments. The rest of the day is at leisure with overnight at the Riad or hotel.

Embark on an epic journey from Boulaajoul to the Erg Chebbi dunes, passing through Midelt, Erfoud, and Rissani before reaching Merzouga. This route is perfect for a Morocco adventure tour or Morocco guided tour, offering travelers a stunning blend of desert landscapes, historic towns, and traditional Berber culture. Explore the dramatic landscapes of Erfoud, visit the ancient ksar of Rissani, and experience the magical Erg Chebbi dunes at sunrise and sunset. Included in our expertly designed Morocco tour packages and detailed Morocco itinerary, this journey promises an unforgettable experience for those seeking authentic Morocco holidays in the Sahara Desert.

Your day starts early with a picturesque sunrise before enjoying breakfast. You will take a camel ride back to the town of Merzouga where you will meet your driver and head towards Ziz Oasis where you will see the ancient irrigation system. The tour goes further to Todra gorges where you will enjoy a walk between the cliffs and river in this beautiful valley with date palms, ending with a spectacular Gorge, mainly used for rock climbing and picnics. After lunch, we will make our way to Dades Valley with its astonishing rock formation, created by erosion over millions of years. We spend the vernight with dinner in a hotel or guest house.

After breakfast, we will leave Dades gorges towards the Rose Valley, the only place in Morocco where Damascus roses are harvested. Rose water and oil are extracted from the Damascus rose to use in the preparation of beauty treatments. We will stop at the rose city, Kalaat Mgouna, to purchase the rosewater, which will make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over. We continue to Ouarzazate via Skoura with an optional visit to the Kasbah of Ameridil. Ouarzazate, “the Hollywood of Africa”, whose geography and beautiful landscapes has attracted many world class movie producers. Here you may choose to visit the studios where some of the famous movies were filmed such as The Mummy and Gladiator. We will visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou as a UNESCO heritage site. After that, we will begin to cross the high Atlas Mountains with many panoramic views and attractive Berber villages to reach Marrakech for the night with dinner in a Riad or hotel.

Explore the vibrant city of Marrakech on a guided tour and discover its rich history, stunning architecture, and lively culture. Visit the bustling medina, colorful souks, and iconic landmarks like Jemaa el-Fna Square, Bahia Palace, and the Koutoubia Mosque with an experienced local tour guide. Perfect for travelers seeking a Morocco adventure tour or an authentic cultural experience, this Marrakech city tour is included in our carefully curated Morocco tour packages and Morocco itinerary, offering an unforgettable experience for those on Morocco holidays.

Today you choose to have the morning at leisure in Marrakech or start an early drive towards the economic capital Casablanca. Upon arrival to the largest city Casablanca, you will check in at the hotel. The rest of time is at leisure to relax or have a smooth walk by the cornice before returning to the hotel for the overnight with breakfast.