10-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech: Desert, Fes & Coastal Cities

Day 1: Marrakech Airport – Marrakech

1. Marrakech
   Pass by
   Meet your driver at Marrakech Menara Airport and transfer to your hotel in Marrakech. If you are already in Marrakech, pickup can be arranged from your hotel before the tour begins.Si vous êtes déjà arrivé à Marrakech quelques jours auparavant, nous viendrons vous chercher à votre hôtel et nous commencerons le tour.

Day 2: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley

1. Tizi n Tichka
   2h
   After breakfast, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass, with opportunities to stop for photographs and see traditional Berber villages. Continue toward Telouet and enjoy the mountain landscapes before proceeding toward Ait Ben Haddou.
2. Ait Ben Haddou
   2h
   Visit the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco's most iconic fortified villages. Walk through its traditional earthen architecture and enjoy time to explore and take photographs.
3. Ouarzazate
   2h
   Continue to Ouarzazate to discover the historic Kasbah of Taourirt and the city's desert-region atmosphere before traveling through Skoura and the Valley of Roses.

Day 3: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga

1. Todgha Gorge
   3h · Admission ticket not included
   After breakfast, visit the spectacular Todra Gorge. Enjoy time to walk through the dramatic canyon and admire the towering cliffs and surrounding Berber villages before continuing toward Merzouga.
2. Merzouga
   3h
   Continue through Tinjdad, Erfoud and Rissani toward Merzouga. Upon arrival, enjoy traditional mint tea before beginning your camel ride across the golden Sahara dunes. Your luggage will be transferred separately to the desert camp. Travelers who prefer not to ride a camel can reach the camp by vehicle.

Day 4: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes

1. 2h
   After breakfast, travel through Rissani and stop to explore the local souk. Continue through the spectacular Ziz Valley, known for its extensive palm groves, before crossing the Ziz Gorges and continuing toward the Middle Atlas Mountains.
2. Midelt
   1h
   Stop in Midelt for a break during the journey through the Middle Atlas region.
3. Ifrane
   3h
   Continue through the cedar forests of Azrou, with an opportunity to stop for photographs and observe Barbary macaques when present. Continue to Ifrane, known as the “Little Switzerland of Morocco” for its European-style architecture, before arriving in Fes and checking into your riad.

Day 5: Guided Tour of Fes

1. Fez
   7h
   After breakfast, explore Fes, Morocco's historic cultural capital. Discover the Royal Palace gates, the historic Mellah, Al Quaraouiyine, the traditional tanneries and the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss. Continue through the medina's historic streets and artisan areas before visiting a tile cooperative and enjoying panoramic views over Fes.

Day 6: Meknes – Volubilis – Chefchaouen

1. Meknes
   7h
   Depart Fes after breakfast and travel to Meknes. Explore the city's historic ramparts and monumental gates, including Bab Berdaine and Bab Khemis, then discover the historic granaries and stables associated with the imperial city.
2. Volubilia-Domaine de la Zouina
   30m
   Continue to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and explore the archaeological remains, columns and mosaics that reflect Morocco's Roman heritage.
3. Chefchaouen
   Pass by
   Continue to Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous blue city, where you will check in for the night.

Day 7: Chefchaouen – Tetouan – Tangier

1. Chefchaouen
   1h
   After breakfast, enjoy free time to explore Chefchaouen and its distinctive blue-painted streets until approximately 12:30 PM. Continue through Tetouan and the scenic Rif Mountains before arriving in Tangier for the overnight stay.

Day 8: Tangier – Asilah – Rabat – Casablanca

1. 3h
   Explore Tangier with a combination of sightseeing by 4x4 and walking. Visit Cap Spartel, the Sultan's Palace area and the Necropolis before continuing to Asilah. Enjoy free time to explore its colorful streets, browse local shops and discover the coastal atmosphere.
2. 3h
   Continue to Rabat and visit the Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Discover some of the city's most important historic landmarks before continuing to Casablanca.
3. Casablanca
   Pass by
   Continue to Casablanca for your overnight stay.

Day 9: Casablanca – Essaouira

1. Hassan II Mosque
   2h
   Begin the day with a visit to the Hassan II Mosque before departing Casablanca toward the Atlantic coast.
2. Essaouira
   3h
   Arrive in Essaouira and discover its fortified medina, art galleries, local shops and atmospheric fishing port. Enjoy the coastal scenery and observe traditional fishing boats while experiencing the relaxed atmosphere of this historic Atlantic city.

Day 10: Essaouira – Marrakech

1. Essaouira
   2h
   After breakfast, leave the Atlantic coast and travel toward Marrakech with the High Atlas Mountains providing a scenic backdrop. Enjoy several opportunities to stop for photographs along the route.
2. Marrakech
   4h
   Arrive in Marrakech and explore the Red City, including the Majorelle Garden, Koutoubia Mosque, Saadian Tombs and Bahia Palace. Continue through the traditional souks and discover Moroccan handicrafts before the tour ends in Marrakech.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from hotels, riads and other accommodations in Marrakech. Please provide your accommodation details when booking. If your accommodation is difficult for the vehicle to access, we will contact you in advance to arrange a convenient nearby meeting point.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels