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14 Days Morocco Grand Tour : Casablanca to the Desert

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Duration

14 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais, Japanese

Overview

Catch all of the major highlights of Morocco and some hidden gems.  On this tour, you will visit Essaouira’s beach, the Atlas Mountains, and the Moroccan Sahara. You will explore Marrakech’s square, Fez’s tanneries, multiples souks, and more. This tour gives you more time to relax and visit Morocco’s must-see places.

Itinerary :

 

Day 1: Arrive Casablanca _ Marrakech 

Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca Airport, the driver will pick you up and drive  to your accommodation in Marrakech . Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the city on your own for the rest of the day; your local expert will be happy to advise! In the evening, be sure to head to the main square Jemaa el Fna, which is full of musicians, performers, snake charmers, games, food stalls, etc. If you want to enjoy it from a distance, there are many cafes around the square where you can sit and dine while watching the show. There are many choices for dinner tonight: most of the top chefs working for the royal family are from Marrakech, and here are some of the best foods in the  country-especially street food!”dinner in tradition restaurant.

 

Day 2: Marrakech City Tour With Local Guide

After breakfast, you will explore the city tour of Marrakech with a knowledgeable tour guide. The tour starts from the magnificent Koutoubia Mosque as the landmark of Marrakech which has inspired other buildings such as the Giralda of Seville and the Hassan Tower of Rabat. Your next stop is the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs.

The Saadian tombs in Marrakech date back from the time of the sultan Ahmad al-Mansur. The tombs were discovered in 1917 and were restored by the Beaux-arts service. The mausoleum comprises the interments of about sixty members of the Saadian Dynasty that originated from the valley of the Draa River.

After the lunch break, You Continue to the world-famous Jemaa el Fna Square, which houses an array of food, snake charmers, local musicians, and fortune-tellers. There’s nowhere on Earth like the Jemaa el Fna, the square at the heart of old Marrakesh. You will also walk through the souks and view hundreds of handicrafts.

Night with breakfast at the Riad.

 

Day 3 : Marrakech – YSL Gardens  – Essaouira ( 191 km )

After breakfast we will take you to visit the famous YSL Gardes oan of the beatiful gardens in Morocco then we drive to Essaouira make a stop at an argan oil cooperative , learning how the golden oil is produced using traditional techniques .  the coastal town of Essaouira, a picturesque fishing town located on the southwest coast of Morocco. With a great beach to the south, Essaouira has become one of the most popular seaside towns in Morocco. Many of the country’s woodcarvers and artists make Essaouira their home , Upon arrival in Essaouira we take you to your Riad .

 

Night with breakfast at the Riad

 

Day 4 :  Essaouira to Marrakech ( 191 km )

After breakfast at your hotel , set out on your owen to explore the compact historic center ringed by fortification with great views of the ocean . You have freedom to see and do what you want . you can sip mint tea in the Moulay el Hassan square , browse for souvenirs at the bazaars , or try freshly caught , local seafood at an open -air restaurant . an afternoon of exploration and begin the return to Marrakech .

 

 Day 5 : Marrakech – Ait ben hadou – Ouarzazat – Rose valles  – Boumaln dades (314)

The next morning at 9:00 am in the morning after breakfast we departure to the desert through the Atlas Mountains, through the port of Tizin “Tichka with stops for photos and enjoy beautiful panoramic views, visit cooperative of oil producers argan where we will discover the process of extraction and use of them. They know that the fortified town of Ait Benhaddou where we will visit the famous Kasbah (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), this spectacular landmark was recognized scene from the film as “Gladiator”, “The Jewel of the Nile” After lunch at the people continue their journey to Ouarzazate, considered the great door of the desert. We will follow the Valley of Roses through the large palm grove of Skoura and Boumalne.

Dinner and breakfast at your Riad in the Dades Gorge

 

 Day 6 : Dades valles – Todra valles – Erfoud – Merzouga (265km)

After breakfast, you can walk through the Dades , then take the car to roll down the road of 1000 Kasbah , go through the village and Jews Tinghir Kasbah, the Todra arrival in time for lunch, take a walk in the gorge before taking the road to the desert of Merzouga via Rissani and Erfoud Arrive at Merzouga  .

dinner and Breakfast at your Kasbah

 

Day 7 : Merzouga » Rissani » Khamlia Music – Luxury desert camp  – Camel  [45 km]

Option ATV in the dunes ,  After beakfast we will explore the desert region with and the desert dunes of Erg Chebbi with 4 WD . We will circle the desert dunes where you will have the opportunity to see the Bedouin way of life and the amazing changing contrasts of the desert. We’ll visit the Black Village at five to see the Gnaoua musicians. We will have a traditional Berber pizza for lunch in the ancient capital of Rissani. In the afternoon

You will back to desert  and start your adventure by  ride  camel over the sands as the sun begins to set and as you reach the magnificent Erg Chebbi sand dunes, witness them turning a wonderful red hue.

As night falls, listen to the intoxicating beat of Berber drum music and song, enjoying a Moroccan home-cooked feast before sleeping under the stars in your private Luxury tent with a private bathroom and hot shower. Today you will enjoy an unforgettable night camping in the middle of the Desert with a Gala dinner.

overnight in desert luxury camp .

 

 Day 8 : Merzouga – Ziz valles – Midelt – Ifrane  – Fes (475km)

Wake up early  to see the sunrise on the great dune and have breakfast and shower in the camp and we return on camels or in 4 × 4 to where we left. To continue we will leave the desert. We will travel on our tour of the Tafilalt region and the Atlas mountains. After a quick lunch stop at the apple town of Midelt, we will visit the cedar forest monkeys near Azrou and stop again in Ifran. Later in the afternoon, we will arrive in Fez where we will spend the night in a local Riad in the Medina.

 

Day 9 : Fez guided tour  (4h)

After breakfast, start your sightseeing tour of Fez from Riad .

Visit historical sites such as the Royal Palace, one of the oldest and largest in Morocco, the Mellah or Jewish quarter founded in 1438 and the first in Morocco, as well as the famous Merinid Tombs dating from the Merinid dynasty.

Later, we will enter the winding old and fortified city of Fez el Bali, proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981.

You will visit historical sites such as the magnificent mausoleum of Moulay Idriss and the medieval university of Karaouiyine, as well as the leather tanneries used for 1000 years.

Return to your Riad and diner at a restaurant of your choice.

 

 Day 10 : Fes  – Ouazzane – Chefchaouen ( 211 km )

After breakfast, we drive to Chaouen, the pearl of the north and one of the most beautiful cities of northern Morocco, and you will appreciate the beautiful colors faded blue and white of the city. We will cross the beautiful landscapes of the Rif Mountains to reach Chefchaouen. Once in Chefchaouen, you will have free time to explore the city at your own pace: visit the old Kasbah, the Outa Hamam square, the Chaouen art museum and stroll through the small blue street to admire beautiful pictures of the city: dinner and overnight at the hotel or Riad

 

DAY 11 ; sightseeing Chefchaouen the” blue city” (B, L)

 After having breakfast with a panoramic view from the terrace of your Riad .You start your exploration by Chefchaouen’s Kasbah that has been built by the legendary ruler Moulay Ismail in the early 18th century. You will be surprised by the beautiful view of the gardens surrounded Kasbah and the ethnographic museum which comprises antique weapons, musical instruments, and photographs of the old town, then we go for lunch in traditional Restaurant, after we go to see the beautiful view of sunset from the Mountains, After that, we visit the square Plaza Uta el-Hammam. The square is lined with cafes and restaurants, all serving similar fare. This is a peaceful place to relax and watch the world go by, particularly after a long day of exploration.

Overnight at your Riad

 

Day 12 : Chefchaouen Tangier – Assilah – Rabat – 350 km

After breakfast we drive to Tetouan, the White City, then drive on to Tangier to visit

the cave of Hercules, and view Spain across the Mediterranean Sea. Lunch in

Assilah. After lunch we will continue on to Rabat. Dinner in traditional resturant.

Accomodation in Riad in the old Medina.

 

Day 13 :  Rabat – Casablanca

After breakfast we will visit Hassan Tower and  Oudaya Kasbah . HassanThis morning After breakfast  Morocco’s administrative capital city Rabat city is Moroccan capital, rests along the shores of the Bouregreg River and the Atlantic Ocean, it’s known for landmarks that speak to its Islamic and French-colonial heritage,  including the Kasbah of the Udayas.  This Berber-era royal fort is surrounded by formal French-designed gardens and overlooks the ocean The city’s iconic Hassan Tower, Hassan Tower is minaret of an incomplete mosque in Rabat, Begun in 1195, the tower was intended to be the largest minaret in the world along with the mosque, also intended to be the world’s largest

After the sightseeing of Rabat, we continue our journey to Casablanca .

Breakfast and overnight in Hotel

 

Day 14 : Hassan Mousq –  Airport

After breafast in your hotel , we will head to the city center and get a chance to visit the Hassan II Mosque, “one of the largest mosques in the world outside of Mecca” with your local guide and the Habus neighborhood, to explore the beauty of the city and its buildings. after that  we will contunie to the airport , end of our service with big wishes to see you other time

 

Not : we have to be at Airport 2 hours befor your flyght

Meals

  • All breakfasts

  • Dinners in the camps

Transport

  • Pick up and drop off at the airport or your preferred location

  • Private transport with A/C

Accommodation

  • You can choose between 3-, 4-, and 5-star hotels

  • Activities

    • Camel Trek in the desert

    • Visit desert nomad family

    • Sandboarding in the dunes

    • Local guide in Fes, Marrakech, and Rissani*

    • Cooking class (1 lunch)**

    • Tea preparation lesson

    Other**

    • Turban for the desert

    • Moroccan sim card

Flight tickets
Lunch, dinner and alcohol (dinner included in Merzouga and Ait Benhaddou)
Travel insurance

CASABLANCA: 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Sofitel Casablanca Tour Blanche

5 star

  1. Le Palace D’Anfa Hotel

4 star

  1. Hotel Barcelo Casablanca

3 star

  1. IBis Casablanca City Center
RABAT: 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Sofitel Jardin des Roses

5 star

  1. Golden Tulip Farah
  2. Hotel la Tour Hassan

4 star

  1. Hotel Majliss
  2. Riad l’Alcazar

3 star

  1. Le Pietri Urban Hotel
CHEFCHAOUEN : 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Dar Echchaouen

5 star

  1. Lina Ryad & Spa

4 star

  1. Hotel Parador
  2. Jibal Chaouen Hotel
  3. La Petite Chefchaouen

3 star

  1. Dar Gabriel Chefchaouen
  2. Hotel Riad Cherita
FES : 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Riad Fes
  2. Hotel Palais Faraj Suites & Spa

5 star

  1. Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace
  2. Hotel Palais Medina & Spa

4 star

  1. Riad Salam
  2. Riad El Yacout
  3. Barcelo Fes Medina

3 star

  1. Riad dar Fes Medina
  2. Riad Mazar Fes
  3. Hotel L’Escale
MERZOUGA : 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Kasbah Hotel Tombouctou

5 star

  1. Auberge du Sud

4 star

  1. Hotel Kasbah Kenz Errenmal

3 star

  1. Haven Auberge La Chance
AIT BENHADDOU: 5 star luxe (suite)
5 star

  1. Hotel Riad Ksar Ighnda
  2. Kasbah Titrit
MARRAKESH : 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Es Saadi Marrakesh Palace
  2. Villa d’Orange Marrakech
  3. Hotel Sofitel Marrakech
  4. The Four Seasons Marrakesh
  5. La Sultana
  6. La Maison Arabe

5 star

  1. Le Meridian N’Fis
  2. Les Deux Tours
  3. Palais Sebban
  4. Les Jardins de la Medina
  5. Palais Blanc

4 star

  1. Riad Dar Rhizlane
  2. Palais Khum Boutique Hotel & Spa
  3. Les Borjs de la Kasbah
  4. Riad Kniza

3 star

  1. Riad Shanima & Spa
  2. Riad 22
  3. Riad Dar Dialkoum
ESSAOUIRA: 5 star luxe (suite)

  1. Heure Bleue Palais Relais & Chateaux
  2. Sofitel Essaouira Mogador Golf

5 star

  1. Palais des Remparts
  2. Casa.b Mogador

4 star

  1. Riad Pomona
  2. Villa Quieta Essaouira

3 star

  1. Miramar
  2. Riad Zahra

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