9 Days Tour From Casablanca
- 9 days/ 8 Night
Descriptions
Embark on a 9 days tour from Casablanca with All Morocco Tours and discover Morocco’s most stunning destinations. Our journey will begin in the northern part of the country, where we’ll visit the capital city of Rabat and the picturesque blue city of Chefchaouen. Take in the Roman ruins of Volubilis, the cultural city of Meknes, and the vibrant Fes. We’ll then venture southeast to explore Ifrane, Morocco’s Switzerland, Midelt, and the awe-inspiring Ziz Valley. Witness the bustling traditional market of Rissani and the fossil town of Erfoud.
Travel further to Merzouga, where you’ll experience a camel ride and an overnight stay at a Berber camp. Marvel at the stunning sunrise and sunset views. Be sure to explore the Todra and Dades gorges, as well as the magnificent Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Journey through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass and the High Atlas mountains before ending with a guided trip to Marrakesh.
What's included and excluded in the 9 days tour :
Included
- Private 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C.
- Fuel.
- English / Spanish speaking driver.
- Accommodations.
- Camel ride.
- Breakfasts.
- Dinners.
- Local guide in Fes.
- Local guide in Marrakech.
Excluded
- Lunches & Drinks.
- Monuments fees/ Entrance fees.
Itinerary for 9 days tour from Casablanca :
Our 9 days tour commences today from Casablanca, where you'll be greeted by your driver/guide at Mohammed V International Airport and taken to your accommodation in a hotel or riad.
Following breakfast, you'll explore the Hassan II Mosque before making your way to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where you'll visit the Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and Oudaya Kasbah. After lunch, we'll drive across the Rif mountains to Chefchaouen, where we'll spend the night at the camp.
During the third day of our 9 days tour from Casablanca, we will revisit the Rif Mountains and make our way towards the Volubilis Roman Ruins, which are considered as one of Morocco's most significant archaeological sites. After that, we will head towards Fes, the cultural city that was once the capital of Morocco under Moulay Ismail's rule. We are scheduled to reach Fes late in the afternoon and assist you in reaching your hotel/riad.
On the fourth day of our 9 days desert tour from Casablanca, you'll have the opportunity to explore Fes, the oldest of the imperial cities, alongside a knowledgeable local guide. Fes boasts the world's first university, which dates back to the 9th century, and is renowned for being one of the most complete medieval cities globally, seemingly suspended between the Middle Ages and modern times, encircled by imposing defensive walls.
With a local guide, you'll venture into the old Medina, where you'll visit the famous tanneries and the Karaouine mosque. After a traditional Moroccan lunch in the Medina, you'll head to the Merinid tombs to enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. You'll then spend the night at a hotel or riad.
Today's journey will take us southeast through the scenic mountains and cedar forests of the Middle Atlas region, passing by the charming ski resort of Ifrane, known as the "Moroccan Switzerland," and Azrou, a significant town renowned for its exquisite cedar wood handicrafts. Later in the day, we'll continue our journey to Erfoud, crossing through Midelt, Errachidia, and the stunning Ziz Valley, which is adorned with thousands of palm trees.
Our route will take us to the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, where we'll finally reach Merzouga. There, you'll embark on a 90 minutes camel ride before reaching the desert camp. Along the way, you can relish the stunning sunset from atop the towering dunes.
Once we arrive at the camp, you'll spend the night in a traditional Berber tent and savor the local drumming performances. Moreover, in the evening, you can try sand surfing and have an unforgettable experience.
On the sixth day of our 9 days desert tour departing from Casablanca, we recommend waking up early to witness the stunning sunrise over the sand dunes. After that, return to your camp for breakfast and a refreshing shower. Following that, we'll head towards Tinghir, passing through Tafilalet, Erfoud, and Tinejdad. After a lunch break, we'll continue our journey towards Todra Gorges, taking time to stop and capture photos of the captivating scenery along the way.
Upon arriving at Todra Gorges, you can hike through its breathtaking canyons before reaching the scenic Dades Valley, where we'll spend the night.
Today, our itinerary takes us to Kalaa Mgouna, a charming village known for its production of rose petals. Every spring, over 400 tons of rose petals are harvested here and used to create rosewater or shipped to the perfume industry. Moreover, in May, the Rose Festival is celebrated here with great pomp and show. En route to Skoura, we'll see several kasbahs, adding to the cultural and architectural richness of the region.
Skoura is a small hamlet surrounded by thousands of palm groves, and it boasts some of the most impressive kasbahs in southern Morocco. From there, we'll journey to Ouarzazate, also known as the "Hollywood of Africa," thanks to its enormous film studios. We'll then head to Ait Ben Haddou's kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you'll have ample free time to explore and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Later in the day, we'll travel to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, reaching an elevation of 2260 meters and relishing the breathtaking mountain scenery. Upon arriving in Marrakech late in the day, we'll check into your accommodation.
Our journey today begins with a local guide as we explore Marrakech, one of the four imperial cities of Morocco. Our first stop is the Majorelle Garden, followed by visits to the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Quranic Mosque, and a walk through the traditional souk in Marrakech's old town. For lunch, you can explore the Jemaa El-Fna square on your own.
After lunch, we'll continue our exploration and visit the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakech's most prominent mosque. As the day draws to a close, you'll have free time to explore the lively Jemaa El-Fna square at your leisure.
We will arrange for your transportation to the Casablanca airport on the day of your departure, depending on your flight schedule. Alternatively, if you prefer, you can end your tour in Marrakech.
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FAQs about the 9 days 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 your hotel and ends at either Casablanca or 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.
