14 Days Tour From Casablanca
- 14 days/ 13 Night
Descriptions
Embark on an unforgettable 14 day tour of Morocco from Casablanca and explore every magnificent corner of this enchanting country. Starting in northern Morocco, we’ll take you on a journey to the city of Casablanca, Rabat – the capital of Morocco, and Chefchaouen – the mesmerizing blue city. You’ll also get to witness the Roman ruins of Volubilis, Meknes – the Ismaili capital, and Fes – the cultural hub of Morocco.
As we head south, you’ll discover the Switzerland of Morocco, Ifrane, and the stunning cedars forest, Midelt, and the breathtaking Ziz valley. Not to mention, you’ll get to experience the traditional market of Rissani and the fossil town of Erfoud.
The highlight of your adventure will be a visit to the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Immerse yourself in the Moroccan culture as you ride camels, spend a luxurious night in the heart of the desert camp, and witness the magical sunset and sunrise over the Sahara. You’ll also explore the Todra and Dades gorges, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, and cross the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-n-Tichka pass.
Your tour concludes with a guided exploration of the vibrant cities of Marrakech and Essaouira before returning to Casablanca. Book your 14-day grand Morocco tour today and create unforgettable memories of a lifetime!
What's included and excluded in the 14 days tour from Casablanca
Included
- Private 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C.
- Fuel.
- English / Spanish speaking driver.
- Accommodations.
- Camel ride.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Local guide to visit Fes.
- Local guide to visit Marrakech.
Excluded
- Lunches & Drinks.
- Monuments fees/ Entrance fees.
Itinerary for 14 days tour from Casablanca
At the start of your 14 days Moroccan tour, we'll retrieve you from Casablanca's airport, port, or lodging. Casablanca is the country's primary economic hub and most populous city. Our first stop is the Hassan II mosque, situated on the western shoreline of the metropolis, and the biggest mosque in Morocco. It's perched on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Afterward, we'll take a break for lunch before continuing to discover the city and admire the stunning Casablanca Corniche. You'll stay overnight in a hotel.
Following breakfast, we'll embark on a scenic drive along the coast towards Rabat. As one of Morocco's imperial cities and the current capital, we'll tour the city's most notable attractions, such as the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of Oudaya. After enjoying some free time for lunch, we'll journey north to Assilah, a charming seaside town. You'll spend the night at a hotel. This is just one of the many exciting stops on our 14 days tour departing from Casablanca
On the third day of our 14 days tour from Casablanca, we'll leave Assilah after breakfast and travel along the stunning coastline to Tangier, also known as "the bride of the north." Located at the intersection of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, off Cape Spartel in the Strait of Gibraltar, Tangier is a beautiful city to explore. Our first stops will be the Cave of Hercules and the Cape Spartel. After a free lunch break, we'll head inland, passing through Tetouan and the Rif Mountains on our way to Chefchaouen. Along the way, we'll make several stops to appreciate the breathtaking panoramic views. You'll spend the night at a hotel in Chefchaouen.
Day four of our 14 days tour from Casablanca begins with an exploration of the "blue city" of Chefchaouen, also known as Achaoun (meaning "horns" in Berber). Nestled in the Rif Mountains of northwest Morocco, this city is renowned for its white and blue painted buildings and alleyways. We'll start by taking a leisurely stroll through the charming old Medina, where you'll encounter numerous authentic blue doors and whitewashed walls. After a free lunch break, you can opt to hike up to the Spanish Mosque in the afternoon. This mosque is situated on high ground, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire blue city. Finally, we'll return to your hotel for an overnight stay in the same comfortable accommodations.
On day five of our 14 days tour from Casablanca, after breakfast, you are welcome to explore the beautiful alleyways of the blue city of Chefchaouen at your leisure. Later, we'll set out to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. This site is remarkably well-preserved and has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll have the chance to admire the numerous beautiful mosaics, as well as ancient pillars and archways scattered throughout the ruins. After exploring the ruins, we'll take a 30-kilometer drive to the Ismaili capital and one of the imperial cities, Meknes. There, we'll visit several prominent landmarks, such as the Bab Al-Mansour, the Sahrij Souani basin, the Royal stables, the granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Our final destination for the day will be Fes, where you'll spend the night in a charming Riad.
Day six of our 14-day tour from Casablanca is dedicated to exploring the fascinating city of Fes. As one of Morocco's imperial cities and a cultural and religious center, Fes offers plenty of historical and cultural treasures to discover.
We'll start the day by visiting the Royal Palace gate, followed by a tour of the well-preserved medieval Medina. This UNESCO World Heritage Site will be explored with the help of a local guide, who will show you around the labyrinth of alleyways and streets. You'll visit the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud), which serves as the entrance to the old Medina. You'll then venture further into the Medina to see the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine fountain, and the Tanneries. Finally, you'll visit the Quaraouin mosque and university, which is the oldest university in the world.
After leaving the Medina, we'll visit the Jewish quarter, also known as "the Mellah." In the afternoon, we'll drive to an ancient fortress to take in panoramic views of the Medina and the city of Fes. Finally, we'll return to your Riad.
Following breakfast, on day seven of our 14 days tour from Casablanca, we will drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, which is famously known as the "Switzerland of Morocco" due to its low temperature, snow, and the alpine-style architecture houses. Afterward, we will continue to the cedars forest, where the Barbary macaques live. Take some time to feed them while strolling around in the forest. Later, we will head to Midelt, where you can have some free time for lunch. Following this, we will drive to Merzouga through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the Ziz valley, with stops for panoramic views.
Upon arriving in the afternoon, we will reach the Merzouga Sahara desert. Here, you will switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. After stopping at the top of a high dune to admire the stunning sunset, you will proceed to the camp, which is a mix of traditional nomadic tents and luxury hotel accommodations. In the evening, you can enjoy Berber drums music while dancing around the campfire under the vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
To fully appreciate the beauty of the desert sunrise, it is highly recommended to rise early in the morning. After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, you will return to Merzouga on camelback where the driver will be waiting for you. The 8th day of your 14 days grand Morocco tour is dedicated to exploring the region of Merzouga. This area is abundant in incredible sites, from sand dunes, wild lakes, mines, fossils areas to fabulous oases, making it an ideal location for various outdoor activities.
Our journey in Merzouga begins with an off-road drive to an ancient eyeliner mine. We will then visit the nomads in their handmade woven tent, where you can learn about their unique way of life while enjoying a cup of Berber tea. Next, we will head to the Khamlia village, where you can indulge in the Gnaoua music and dancing performances, which originates from sub-Saharan countries like Mali, Sudan, and Niger. There will be free time for lunch at a restaurant before we take a stroll through the palm trees grove. We will then drive a few kilometers to see the wild lake of Merzouga, also known as the flamingos lake. Finally, we will return to Merzouga, where you will have dinner and spend the night in a hotel.
After breakfast, we depart from the desert and head towards Rissani town, which was once the capital of Tafilalet. Despite no longer being a capital, Rissani remains a significant trading center in the region, and the souk is particularly lively on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
Once we have explored the bustling Rissani souk, we make our way to Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. From there, we travel through the scenic Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves, to reach the magnificent Todra Gorges. The course of the Todra river has carved a breathtaking high red cliff-sided canyon through the mountains, which makes it an excellent spot for rock climbers. Take your time to appreciate the stunning scenery as you wander through the gorges. We will pause for lunch at a restaurant before continuing on to the Dades Valley, passing through Boumalne Dades. You will get a chance to stop and admire the "monkey fingers" rock formations and enjoy the panoramic view of the Dades valley from atop a mountain before finally reaching the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
After enjoying breakfast, we proceed with our journey to Kalaa Magouna, where we will visit the picturesque Rose Valley. In May, the locals hold a Rose Festival where they display their rose products, including rose water, perfumes, oils, and cosmetics. Moving on, we drive through the scenic palm groves of Skoura before arriving at Ouarzazate. Here, we will visit the studios where many famous movies were filmed.
Our next destination is the renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kasbah has been featured in several movies such as Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, as well as TV series like Game of Thrones. We will then continue our journey to Marrakech, driving through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. We will stop for lunch and take pictures at various scenic spots along the way. Finally, we will spend the night in a Riad in Marrakech.
After enjoying a hearty breakfast, we will embark on a tour of the top sights in Marrakesh with the help of a local guide. Marrakesh is one of the four imperial cities of Morocco and has a rich cultural heritage. During the tour, we will visit the magnificent Bahia Palace, the historic Saadian Tombs, the Ben Youssef Quranic mosque, and take a leisurely stroll through the largest traditional souk in Morocco. You will have free time to have lunch near the Jemaa El-Fna square.
After lunch, we will continue the tour by visiting the impressive Koutoubia mosque, the largest mosque in Marrakesh, and the Majorelle garden, a serene oasis in the heart of the city. Finally, we will drop you off at your accommodation. You can also choose to explore the bustling Jemaa El-Fna square on your own in your free time.
Following breakfast, we head towards the coastal city of Essaouira. During our journey, we will pause at various points to view the Argan tree goats and for breathtaking panoramic views. Upon arrival, we will explore the city, once known as Mogador, which is a significant coastal destination in Morocco. We will visit the fishing port, the ancient ramparts with cannons, and the historic Medina. Finally, we will transfer you to your hotel for an overnight stay in Essaouira.
Following breakfast, we will depart from Essaouira and make our way back to Marrakech, with several stops along the way for panoramic views. Upon arrival in Marrakech, you will have free time to explore the famous Jemaa El-Fna square at your leisure. You will spend the night in a Riad.
On the final day of your 14 days Morocco tour from Casablanca, we will arrange transportation to the Marrakech airport based on your flight schedule. This marks the end of the tour.
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FAQs about the desert tour
We offer two different tour options to choose from (Private and Shared). And the client can choose from either options.
The tour starts from Casablanca at the airport or at your hotel and ends at Marrakech.
Yes, you can do sandboarding in Merzouga desert
The camel trek ride lasts for about 1 hour and half.
Wear long pants and long sleeves.
The tents are always private, but the main difference is that in a standard camp you share a bathroom with others, while in a luxury camp, each tent has its own private bathroom.
Yes you can, a 4x4 will take you there instead.
Yes, there is electricity in the camp, since the camp runs on solar panels, and sure there are power sockets in the rooms.
Here is a list of what to pack for this trip:
- Sunglasses.
- Long pants ( for the camel ride).
- Sun screen.
- Hat or scarf.
- Shorts
- Sandals, shoes or flip flops.
- Charger.
- Long sleeves.
- A small carry on bag.
It's cold during winter, but it's warm in the summer.
