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12-Day Tour of Morocco: Highlights Starting from Casablanca

12-Day Tour of Morocco: Highlights Starting from Casablanca

Casablanca

Casablanca

Days 1-2

Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Days 3-4

Volubilis

Volubilis

Day 4

Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis

Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis

Day 4

Fes

Fes

Days 5-6

Merzouga

Merzouga

Day 7

Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate

Days 7-8

Marrakech

Marrakech

Days 9-10

Essaouira

Essaouira

Day 11

Casablanca

Casablanca

Day 12

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~~$1289~~

$1252

12-Day Tour of Morocco: Highlights Starting from Casablanca

12 Days Starting and ending in Casablanca, Morocco

Visiting: Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Site Archéologique de Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga, Ouarzazate, Marrakesh, Essaouira

Tour operator:

Morocco Cultural Trips

Tour code:

MCT-C12

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 12

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

7-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Kosher, Halal, Gluten Free

Tour operated in:

English , French , Spanish

Private Available:

From: $1289 $1252 (USD) Tourhub's Discount: -$37

NB: Prices correct on 25-Apr-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This 12-day tour offers an opportunity to explore the best of Morocco, beginning and ending in Casablanca. You'll visit the capital city, Rabat; the enchanting blue city of Chefchaouen; the ancient Berber-Roman ruins of Volubilis; and the 17th-century imperial city of Meknes. Discover the medieval cultural hub of Fes before heading southeast to Merzouga. Along the way, you'll pass through Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco," the town of Azrou, the cedar forests, and the Mid-Atlas mountain landscapes. Continue through the Ziz Valley and the fossil-rich city of Erfoud before reaching the mystical golden Sahara dunes in Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride across the sand dunes and spend a magical night in the desert. The tour then takes you through the Todra and Dades Gorges, the city of roses Kalaat M’Gouna, the Skoura oases and kasbahs, the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, and the famous Kasbah Ait Benhaddou. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains to explore the vibrant city of Marrakech, visit the historic Atlantic town of Essaouira, and much more.

Highlights

Explore the ancient Volubilis and the stunning Fes.
Set off by camel to the desert camp and meet locals.
Savour Moroccan mint tea and indulge in Berber cuisine.
Head to Ouarzazate town, the 'gateway to the Sahara’.
You’ll marvel at historical monuments and beautiful landscapes such as Roses Valley, Skoura, Boumalene Dades and El Kelaa des M’Gouna;

We’ll pass through many Berber villages and together we’ll explore Todra Gorges and Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of High Atlas Mountains.

Places You'll See

Casablanca

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Chefchaouen

Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis

Fes

Merzouga, Morocco

Ouarzazate

Marrakech

Essaouira

Casablanca

Chefchaouen

Fes

Merzouga

Ouarzazate

Marrakech

Essaouira

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Day 1 : Casablanca airport transfer

Casablanca

Simo Ba Casablanca, Morocco

Casablanca

Location: Casablanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pick up from the airport in Casablanca – Check in your hotel and relaxation.

Day 2 : Casablanca to Chefchaouen

Casablanca

Simo Ba Casablanca, Morocco

Casablanca

Location: Casablanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Casablanca & Rabat excursion. Lunch on the way to Chefchaoun – Free time and Overnight stay in Chefchaoun

Day 3 : Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Yassine El Alaoui Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

amarti Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Location: Chefchaouen

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Guided visit of Chefchaoun, Wander through the blue-painted streets, visit the Kasbah Museum, and relax in Plaza Uta el-Hammam. free time and overnight in Chefchouen.

Day 4 : Chefchaouen-Fes

Chefchaouen

Volubilis

Site Archéologique de Volubilis

Chefchaouen

Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis

Chefchaouen

Site Archéologique de Volubilis

Chefchaouen

Site Archéologique de Volubilis

Chefchaouen

Site Archéologique de Volubilis

amarti Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen

Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis

Chefchaouen

Yassine El Alaoui Chefchaouen

Conservation du site Archéologique de volubilis

Location: Meknes, Site Archéologique de Volubilis, Chefchaouen

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travel: Depart for Fes, stopping at Volubilis to explore the ancient Roman ruins.
Meknes: Visit the Bab Mansour Gate, Heri es-Souani, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.
Arrive in Fes: Check into your hotel.

Day 5 : Full day guided tour of Fes

Fes

Moustafa Elmouden Fes, Morocco

Fes

Location: Fes

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, full day guided tour to discover the historical heritage of Fes city, the tour allows you to explore historical sites such as Madrasa EL Bouinania, El Quaraoiyin mosque and university, south tower, pottery village, Nejjarine Square, the residence of the king, Tanners, Jewish quarter and more . free time and Overnight stay in Fes.

Day 6 : Fes-Merzouga

Fes

Moustafa Elmouden Fes, Morocco

Fes

Location: Fes

Accommodation: Hotel, Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Depart from Fes at 8 am and head southeast, visiting the 'lion city' of Ifrane. Continue through Midelt and explore the cedar forests and monkey troops in Azrou. Stop for lunch in Midelt before traveling through the scenic landscapes of the Ziz Valley and the Middle Atlas Mountains. Pass through the cities of Rissani and Erfoud to reach the gateway of the Sahara Desert. Embark on a camel trek to your desert camp, timing it to enjoy the stunning sunset over the dunes. Spend the evening with traditional music, explore the dunes at your leisure, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in your private desert tent.

Day 7 : Merzouga-Ouarzazat

Merzouga

Merzouga, Morocco

Location: Merzouga

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Early wake up for the spectacular sunrise, Breakfast then camel ride back to the car, Drive west towards Tinghir visiting Todra gorge and oasis, drive to Ouarzazate via Boumalne, El kalaat megouna visiting Amridil Kasbah, dinner and overnight stay in Ouarzazate.

Day 8 : Ouarzazat-Marrakech

Ouarzazate

Location: Ouarzazate

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, visit the world of cinema Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou kasbah. drive through the hight Atlas Mountains, and Tichka pass to Marrakech. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

Day 9 : Full day guided visit of Marrakech

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakesh

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast meet the Guid and start discovering Marrakesh with its historical heritage, the visit includes ( Bahia palace, saadian tombs, Koutoubia mosque, jemaa el-fna Square, Souks, Jardine secret or Majorel garden.. Etc, free time and overnight stay in Marrakech.

Day 10 : Marrakech-Essaouira

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech

Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Marrakesh

Marrakech

Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to Essaouira via Chichaoua,Argan forest, Guided tour descovering the town, Check in your hotel free time and overnight stay.

Day 11 : Essaouira-Casablanca

Essaouira

Location: Essaouira

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive to Casablanca via the coast line, Check in your hotel , free time andovernight stay.

Day 12 : Casablanca-aiport transfer

Casablanca

Simo Ba Casablanca, Morocco

Casablanca

Location: Casablanca

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to Casablanca airport at any time.

What's Included

Accommodation
Airport Transfers at Destination

Pick up service from the airport or from your accommodation in Casablanca
Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
Fully Guided
Meals – Half Board
Transportation

Private air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking Driver

What's Not Included

Entrance Fees

International flight tickets from and to your homeland are not included.
International Travel

Flights tickets to and from your homeland
Tipping and Gratuities

Meals

Drinks, Lunches and Drinks

Mode of Transport

Private air conditioned vehicle

Accommodation

Carefully selected hotels, Kasbahs, Riads. Includes one night in a traditional Berber desert camp

Check out our Q&As

What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

The dates can be change 10 times if needed 30 dyas before the depature date.
What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

The tour is 100 per cent guarrented
What currencies can I exchange in Morocco?

US Dollars, Sterling and Euros are readily exchangeable. We recommend you take a mixture of cash and credit cards. Scottish bank notes and Australian dollar travellers cheques and cash are NOT normally accepted in Morocco.
Is Morocco a Safe Destination?

Morocco has one of the lowest crime rates in the world and, compared to the US and Europe, is considered a very safe destination. Moroccan people are known for their hospitality and they will make you feel very welcomed, for more information on the topic contact us and we’ll provide you with some personal single-traveller experiences.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Morocco Cultural Trips has been operating since 2018

Is There any Dress Code for Women Visiting Morocco?

No. You may wear whatever you feel comfortable in, we only have one exception on tours of the Mosque like Hassan II. To enter you would need to dress conservatively as you would in a church (no shorts, tanks tops, etc.). As in any country you should use direction with your attire if you want to avoid unwanted attention.
The form of the meeting at the airport, where?

With accurate information on the schedule of your arrival, our guide and our driver await you at the customs exit at the airport, with a sign with your name and first name. It’s always easy, this appointment. In case of concern, you can contact us by phone with our contact information noted in our emails. We are always at your disposal 24 hours a day
What is the form of meeting up?

Our driver/guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Casablanca and Marrakech
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

yes, all the tour details will be sent in advance to our quests including the names of the commodations
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes, absolutely. At Morocco Cultural Trips, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our guests. All accommodations included in our tours meet or exceed local health and safety regulations. We carefully select our accommodation partners to ensure that they maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety protocols to provide you with a comfortable and worry-free stay during your travels in Morocco.
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Absolutely! As part of our commitment to responsible tourism, a portion of the proceeds from every tour booked with Morocco Cultural Trips goes towards supporting local charities and community initiatives in Morocco. We believe in giving back to the communities that welcome us and enrich our experiences, ensuring that our travels leave a positive impact on both the environment and the people we encounter. Your booking not only allows you to explore the beauty of Morocco but also contributes to the well-being and development of its local communities.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Morocco Cultural Trips has been trading since its founding in 2018.
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate joining the tour once it has departed. Our tours are carefully planned and structured to provide the best possible experience for all participants. Joining after departure could disrupt the itinerary and experience for both you and other travelers. We encourage you to book your tour in advance to ensure availability and to fully enjoy the planned itinerary and activities.

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Sarah Thompson United States

An Unforgettable Adventure!

15-Jan-2023

This 12-day tour was an unforgettable adventure! From the bustling streets of Casablanca to the serene blue alleys of Chefchaouen, every stop was a new and exciting experience. The camel trek in Merzouga was a highlight, and spending a night in the desert was magical. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, making the trip even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore the best of Morocco!

Marie Dubois France

A Dream Come True

04-Apr-2024

This tour was a dream come true! The beauty of Chefchaouen, the history in Fes, and the adventure in the Sahara Desert were beyond my expectations. The local music and dancing in the desert camp were enchanting. The entire journey was well-paced, giving us enough time to enjoy each location. Merci beaucoup for an amazing experience!

Hiroshi Tanaka Japan

Wonderful Journey through Morocco

15-Jan-2024

A wonderful journey through Morocco! The itinerary was comprehensive, covering everything from the historic medinas to the majestic Sahara Desert. The highlight was the camel trek and night in the desert camp, which was an extraordinary experience. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, making the trip even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour!

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