9 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Itinerary

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Overview

9 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Itinerary: Explore Morocco’s Wonders

Embark on an unforgettable 9 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Itinerary that combines cultural discovery, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Moroccan experiences. This comprehensive tour starts in the bustling city of Casablanca and takes you through historic cities, stunning deserts, and the majestic Atlas Mountains, ending with an exploration of Marrakech’s vibrant culture.

Welcome to Casablanca

Your journey begins as you arrive at Casablanca Airport, where your driver will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. This first day is a time to relax and prepare for the adventure ahead. Casablanca offers a blend of modernity and history, setting the tone for your Moroccan experience.

Discover Casablanca and Rabat

Dive into the highlights of Casablanca, starting with the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Africa, renowned for its stunning architecture and towering 210-meter minaret. From there, head to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Visit the Chellah Necropolis, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Oudaya Kasbah. After exploring Rabat, journey to Chefchaouen, the “Blue City,” nestled in the Rif Mountains.

Explore Chefchaouen

Spend the morning wandering the picturesque streets of Chefchaouen. The city’s whitewashed buildings adorned with various shades of blue create a serene and captivating ambiance. Visit the historic kasbah and the Great Mosque before heading to Fes in the afternoon.

Uncover Fes

Fes is one of Morocco’s oldest cities and a cultural hub. Your guided tour will include the Royal Palace, the Mellah (Jewish Quarter), and the UNESCO-listed Al Qaraouine University. Explore the colorful Tanneries and admire the craftsmanship in the Medina’s workshops. After a day steeped in history, enjoy panoramic views of the city before retiring to your riad.

Journey to the Sahara Desert

Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and the cedar forests of Azrou, where you might spot Barbary apes. After lunch in Midelt, continue through the Ziz Valley and arrive in Merzouga. A camel trek takes you across the Erg Chebbi dunes to a desert camp, where you’ll enjoy a traditional dinner and a night under the stars.

From the Desert to the Dades Valley

Begin your day with a magical sunrise over the Sahara. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga and continue your journey to the Todra Gorges, where towering cliffs create a stunning landscape. After a peaceful walk, drive through the Dades Valley, also known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” before settling into your accommodation overlooking the valley.

Explore Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou

Head to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco,” and visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping at a local women’s cooperative producing argan oil. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening.

Discover Marrakech

Marrakech is a city of vibrant colors and rich history. Your guided tour includes the iconic Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, and the Bahia Palace. Explore the lush Majorelle Gardens and immerse yourself in the bustling souks of the Medina. End your day in Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, where performers, food stalls, and artisans create a lively atmosphere.

Farewell, Morocco

As your 9 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Itinerary comes to an end, you’ll be transferred to Casablanca Airport for your flight home. Reflect on your journey through Morocco’s history, culture, and natural beauty, taking with you memories to last a lifetime.

Highlights of the 9 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Itinerary

  • Explore the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
  • Wander the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen.
  • Discover the rich history of Fes and Rabat.
  • Experience a camel trek and overnight camp in the Sahara Desert.
  • Admire the dramatic landscapes of the Todra Gorges and Dades Valley.
  • Visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Ouarzazate.
  • Immerse yourself in Marrakech’s vibrant culture and souks.

Why Choose the 9 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Itinerary?

This itinerary is perfect for travelers looking to experience the best of Morocco in a short time. From ancient cities and desert adventures to mountain passes and vibrant souks, this tour encapsulates the essence of Morocco’s charm and diversity.

Included/Exclude

  • 08 x nights accommodation including 1 night in Berber camp in Sahara Desert.
  • 08 x breakfasts. 2 x dinners.
  • Air-conditioned Private transport.
  • English speaking Driver.
  • Airport transfers on first and last day.
  • English speaking local guide in Fes.
  • English speaking local guide in Marrakech.
  • Camel ride in Sahara.
  • Tour starts from Casablanca.
  • Tour ends in Casablanca.
  • Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Tips and Extras.
  • Monuments Entry Fees

Tour Plan

Casablanca Airport – Casablanca. You will be welcomed by your Driver/Guide in the airport of Casablanca and transfer you to your hotel in Casablanca.  The driver will wait for you with a sign with the name of our agency Morocco Expansion. Overnight in the hotel. Casablanca Airport to Casablanca city: 1 hour driving.
Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen. Dive into the Mosques and Mausoleums of Casablanca After breakfast this morning, head out to visit the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Africa. Marvel at a the mosque's towering minaret, which rises up into the Casablanca sky to a height of 210 meters. After your visit, set off for the city of Rabat, the capital of Morocco. After about an hour's drive up the Atlantic coastline, you will arrive in this elegant city filled with impressive landmarks. First, we'll head to the Chellah, a historic necropolis surrounded by thick fortified walls. Our tour then leads us to the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a marble masterpiece of Moroccan architecture, which houses the tombs of Moroccan kings and princes. We'll also visit a gateway to the royal palace as well as a fascinating area called Oudaya Kasbah. Continuing on, we'll arrive in the whitewashed city of Chefchaouen later this afternoon. Casablanca to Rabat: 1 hour driving. Rabat to Chefchaouen: 4 hours driving.
Chefchaouen- Fes Self guided walking tour the whole morning in Chefchaouen. Discover the Charming Whitewashed Streets of Chefchaouen Spend the morning exploring the picturesque streets of Chefchaouen. This exquisite city nestled in a gentle valley in the Rif Mountains is characterized by whitewashed buildings detailed in a myriad of blue shades. During your wanderings along cobblestone alleys and stairways painted white, you will encounter weaving studios and leather workshops where skilled artisans carry on their crafting traditions. Discover the red walls of the kasbah and a medieval fortress in the peaceful square of Outa el Hamman. Look out for the Great Mosque's octagonal minaret that rises over the rooftops. After lunch, the journey continues to Fez. Chefchaouen to Fes: 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Fes - Fes City Tour with local guide After breakfast in your Riad, you will start exploring the oldest city in Morocco, walking in its alleys and small streets. Our visit starts by visiting the Royal Palace gate, the Jewish quarter, the first Mellah ever built in Morocco, built during the 14th century. We will ensure that you visit all sites with cultural and historical interest including the famous Al Qaraouine University, the oldest one in the world, the Tanneries and Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you will visit the tiles cooperative and then experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes. Overnight at the same Riad.
Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Sahara Desert. Travel Along the Stunning Atlas Mountain Range Depart from Fes to travel towards Merzouga via Ifrane city, Midelt and the Ziz valley. Ifrane city is a beautiful mountain village, named the Switzerland of Morocco. During this journey, discover glimpses of the Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains. Halt at Azrou, a Berber village in the famous cedar forest. Here, you will have the opportunity to see the Barbary apes. Proceed to Midelt along the magnificent mountains of the Atlas. After lunch, journey through the Tiz Ntalghamt pass and the remarkable Ziz Gorge, taking in views of the High Atlas plateau. The scenery reveals hints of the desert as you approach Errachidia city. Later, travel along the fantastic Ziz Valley, stopping for panoramic views along the way to Erfoud and Rissani. By afternoon, you will reach Merzouga. Go on a camel ride on the dunes of Merzouga near the Sahara Desert to reach the camp for an overnight stay. Fes to Ifrane: 1 hour driving. Ifrane to Midelt: 2 hours driving. Midelt to Ziz Valley: 2 hours driving. Ziz Valley to Sahara Desert: 2 hours driving.
 Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley. Today you will have to wake up very early in the morning to see what will may be the best sunrise of your life. You will set over the Sand Dunes of Sahara of Erg Chebbi to watch wonderful sunrise. After watching the sunrise you will go down to the Camp for breakfast. Then you’ll peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga. While enjoying morning camel ride you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses. Once you arrive the village of Merzouga, you will meet the driver again to continue the tour to Dades. You will have optional stop in  Rissani to visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali chref, the founder of the Alaouit dynasty, and then you will continue to Arfoud to visit the fossilized marble factory before continuing to the Todra valley, where you will have lunch. Once in Todra you can highlight a half-hour walk to see the gorges calmly and you will be guided through the palm grove and the Jewish quarter. Todra gorges is the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco. The Todra River has formed a gorge of enormous vertical walls of great beauty; it is a climber’s paradise and a unique place. In the evening we will 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 guest house overlooking the Dades Valley. Merzouga to Todra Gorges: 3 hours driving. Todra gorges to Dades: 1 hour driving.
Dades Valley- Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Hadou – Marrakech. After breakfast in your accommodation, you will start travelling through the Dades Valley towards Ouarzazate and then to Marrakech. The road through Dades Valley is called the way of the thousand Kasbahs – providing numerous opportunities to take some of your best photographic shots of the trip. You will stop at Kalaat M’Gouna -the centre of rose’s valley-, where you will have the option to visit the cooperative for the roses, to purchase the rosewater, which will make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over. Continue to Marrakech via the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah. Built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber chieftains during the 19th century, now the Kasbah is a house of many Glaoui people. Your journey will continue through the majestic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m) over the High Atlas Mountains, where you will have the opportunity to explore the process of producing the Argan oil- existing only in morocco – by Berber women in their cooperative, before arriving at your overnight accommodation in Marrakech. Dades Ait Ben Hadou: 2 hours driving. Ait Ben Hadou to Marrakech: 3 hours driving.
Marrakech City Tour with local guide. Immerse Yourself in Magical Marrakech Marrakech is a bustling city and gateway to the most authentic of Moroccan culture. After breakfast in your Riad, you can start exploring the red city of Morocco. Prepare to have your senses dazzled and enchanted in the city’s historic Medina. The artisanal heritage of the city thrives in the heart of the souks. On those ochre-dusted lanes,  you’ll be exposed to a Morocco unlike any other. You will get to see Koutoubia Mosque,  Majorelle Gardens, the Saadian tombs, and the Bahia Palace before sightseeing in the souks and taking in the bustling Jemaa El Fna square, with its many stalls and traders as well as historical sites.
Marrakech - Casablanca Airport Goodbye, Morocco! All good things must come to an end but we hope you have enjoyed your time exploring the very best that this region of Northern Africa has to offer. The rich and unique history, its magnificent natural beauty and the charming people that makes Morocco the country that it is. At an arranged time you will be transferred from your hotel to Casablanca International Airport for your international flight back home. We hope you have had a memorable trip and wish you pleasant onward travels!

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