11 Days Morocco Discovery Tour from Casablanca — Casablanca, Asilah, Chefchaouen, Fes, Merzouga, Todra, Ouarzazate, Marrakech, Casablanca
11 days•Private tour•From Casablanca

11 Days Morocco Discovery Tour from Casablanca

From the blue streets of Chefchaouen to the dunes and the kasbahs of Skoura and Ouarzazate, ending in Marrakech.

Overview

About this tour

Our eleven-day discovery tour is for travellers who want to see Morocco properly. You begin on the Atlantic coast, spend two nights in Chefchaouen, visit Meknes and Fes, and enjoy two nights in the Sahara.

The south is taken slowly, with overnight stops in Todra Gorge and Ouarzazate, before a day in Marrakech and the return to Casablanca.

Tour highlights

  • Rabat and seaside Asilah
  • Two nights in Chefchaouen
  • Meknes and Fes
  • Two nights in the Merzouga dunes
  • Todra Gorge, Skoura and Ouarzazate
  • Aït Ben Haddou and a day in Marrakech

Your route

  1. Casablanca
  2. Asilah
  3. Chefchaouen
  4. Fes
  5. Merzouga
  6. Todra
  7. Ouarzazate
  8. Marrakech
  9. Casablanca
Day by day

Itinerary

Day1 Casablanca → Rabat → Asilah

Pick-up in Casablanca and a visit to the Hassan II Mosque. Continue to Rabat's Hassan Tower and Kasbah of the Udayas, then drive along the coast to Asilah, where whitewashed houses and colourful murals line the lanes inside Portuguese ramparts.

  • Hotel, Asilah
  • Meals not included
Day2 Asilah → Chefchaouen

Enjoy a morning walk through Asilah's painted medina, then head inland into the Rif mountains. Arrive in Chefchaouen in the afternoon and discover its famous blue streets as the light softens.

  • Riad, Chefchaouen
  • Breakfast
Day3 Chefchaouen sightseeing

A free day to wander the blue medina, visit the Kasbah and its garden, and hike up to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic views. Nature lovers can add an optional excursion to the Akchour waterfalls.

  • Riad, Chefchaouen
  • Breakfast
Day4 Chefchaouen → Meknes → Fes

Leave the Rif mountains and drive south to Meknes, the imperial city of Sultan Moulay Ismail. Walk through the monumental Bab Mansour, see the vast royal granaries and enjoy the atmosphere of El Hedim square, then continue to Fes, arriving in the late afternoon.

  • Riad, Fes
  • Breakfast
Day5 Fes → Middle Atlas → Ziz Valley → Merzouga

Through Ifrane, the cedar forest and Midelt to the Ziz Valley and Merzouga. Ride a camel into the dunes of Erg Chebbi for sunset, then enjoy dinner and Berber music at our camp.

  • Desert camp, Merzouga
  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day6 Merzouga: Khamlia, nomad families and Mifis mines

Explore the desert by 4x4 with visits to a nomad family, the Gnawa village of Khamlia and the old Mifis mines. Relax at camp in the afternoon and watch another sunset on the dunes.

  • Desert camp, Merzouga
  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day7 Merzouga → Rissani → Todra Gorge

Sunrise over the Sahara, breakfast, then Rissani's market and the old ksar. Drive west through Alnif to Tinghir and spend the afternoon walking in Todra Gorge, staying nearby for the night.

  • Hotel, Todra Gorge
  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day8 Todra → Dades → Skoura → Ouarzazate

Follow the Dades Valley and the Valley of Roses to Skoura, where you walk in the palm grove and visit the Amridil Kasbah. Continue to Ouarzazate and visit Taourirt Kasbah before dinner.

  • Hotel, Ouarzazate
  • Breakfast, Dinner
Day9 Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Visit the Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou in the soft morning light, then cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Marrakech, arriving in the afternoon.

  • Riad, Marrakech
  • Breakfast
Day10 Marrakech sightseeing

A day for the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Ben Youssef Madrasa and the souks, ending with the lively spectacle of Jemaa el-Fna square at dusk.

  • Riad, Marrakech
  • Breakfast
Day11 Marrakech → Casablanca

A free morning in Marrakech to visit the Majorelle Garden or hunt for last souvenirs in the souks. After lunch, your driver takes you back to Casablanca for drop-off at your hotel or Mohammed V airport, the end of your eleven-day journey.

  • End of tour — drop-off
  • Breakfast
What's included

Price includes & excludes

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle (4x4 or minivan) with fuel
  • English-speaking driver-guide for the whole journey
  • Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Casablanca (hotel, riad or airport)
  • 10 nights of accommodation in hotels, riads and kasbahs
  • 2 nights in our desert camp in Merzouga
  • Camel trek into the dunes at sunset
  • 4x4 excursion around Erg Chebbi (nomads, Khamlia, Mifis)
  • Breakfasts and dinners as shown in the itinerary

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments and museums
  • Local city guides (optional — we can arrange them)
  • Optional activities such as quad bikes or sandboarding
  • Tips for your driver and camp staff
  • Flights and travel insurance

Where you sleep

  • Night 1Hotel, Asilah
  • Night 2Riad, Chefchaouen
  • Night 3Riad, Chefchaouen
  • Night 4Riad, Fes
  • Night 5Desert camp, Merzouga
  • Night 6Desert camp, Merzouga
  • Night 7Hotel, Todra Gorge
  • Night 8Hotel, Ouarzazate
  • Night 9Riad, Marrakech
  • Night 10Riad, Marrakech
Practical information

Good to know

Private & flexible

Only your group travels in the vehicle. Ask your driver to stop for photos whenever you like, and tell us if you want to change the route or add days.

Your desert camp

Our camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes has comfortable tents with real beds and blankets. Your big luggage stays in the 4x4 — take a small bag for the night.

What to pack

Sunglasses, sunscreen, a scarf for the wind, comfortable shoes and a warm layer: desert nights are cold from November to March.

Best time to travel

October to May is ideal. In summer we start early and rest at midday to avoid the heat. Every season has its own beauty.

Food & diets

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are possible. Just tell us when you book or let your driver know on day one.

How to book

Send us your dates and number of travellers. We reply with a price for your group. A small deposit confirms the tour; the balance is paid in cash on the first day (euros, dollars or dirhams).

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles do you use?

Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles adapted to your group: 4x4 Land Cruisers or minivans for small groups, and Mercedes Sprinter minibuses for groups of 8 or more.

How far in advance should we book?

As early as possible, especially for spring, autumn and holiday periods. Last-minute requests are welcome too — contact us and we will do our best.

How do I pay for the tour?

We ask for a small deposit when you book. The balance is paid in cash to your driver on the first day of the tour, in euros, dollars or Moroccan dirhams.

What happens to my luggage in the desert?

Your suitcases stay safely in the vehicle or are brought to the camp by 4x4. You only need a small backpack for the camel ride.

I don't want to ride a camel. Can I still sleep at the camp?

Of course. We can take you to the camp by 4x4 instead of camel.

Can we change the itinerary?

Yes. All our tours are private, so we can add nights, change hotels, include activities or adjust the route to your wishes.

Is the tour suitable for children and older travellers?

Yes. We adapt the pace, the stops and the accommodation for families and for travellers who prefer an easier rhythm.