12 Day Casablanca to Marrakech

Tour Overview

First of all, the 12-day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech is a complete and immersive journey designed to explore Morocco in depth at a relaxed pace. In addition, this itinerary combines imperial cities, the Rif Mountains, the Sahara Desert, the Atlas Mountains, and the Atlantic coast, offering a rich mix of culture, history, and adventure.

Throughout the journey, you will discover Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, the Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, the High Atlas Mountains, and the coastal city of Essaouira before finishing in vibrant Marrakech.

Highlights of 12 days Casablanca to Marrakech

• Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
• Rabat: Hassan Tower and Kasbah of the Udayas
• Chefchaouen (the Blue City)
• Roman ruins of Volubilis
• Meknes imperial city
• Medina of Fes
• Ifrane “Switzerland of Morocco”
• Cedar forest of Azrou
• Middle Atlas Mountains
• Sahara Desert of Merzouga and Erg Chebbi dunes
• Nomadic Berber families
• Todra Gorges
• Dades Valley
• Ouarzazate film studios
• Ait Ben Haddou UNESCO site
• High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n’Tichka Pass
• Essaouira Atlantic coast excursion
• Arrival in Marrakech

FULL ITINERARY of 12 Days Morocco Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. If time allows, visit the impressive Hassan II Mosque located by the Atlantic Ocean. After that, enjoy free time and overnight stay in Casablanca.

Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen

Next, travel to Rabat to visit the Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Kasbah of the Udayas. Then continue through the Rif Mountains until reaching Chefchaouen. Overnight in the blue city.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

After breakfast, visit Volubilis Roman ruins, then continue to Meknes to explore Bab Mansour and historical monuments. Later, arrive in Fes for overnight stay in a riad.

Day 4: Guided Tour of Fes

Afterwards, enjoy a full guided tour of Fes. Explore the medina, Bab Bou Jeloud, tanneries, madrasas, Al Quaraouiyine University, royal palace, and traditional souks.

Day 5: Fes – Middle Atlas – Merzouga Desert

Following breakfast, travel through Ifrane and the cedar forest of Azrou. Continue through Midelt and Ziz Valley before reaching Merzouga. Camel trek and overnight in desert camp.

Day 6: Merzouga Desert Exploration

Meanwhile, explore the Sahara by 4×4: visit nomads, Khamlia village, mines, and desert oases. Relax in the afternoon near the dunes.

Day 7: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra – Dades Valley

Then continue to Rissani market, followed by Todra Gorges for a canyon walk. Arrive in Dades Valley for overnight stay.

Day 8: Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate

Later on, travel through Skoura and the Valley of Roses toward Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert and cinema studios.

Day 9: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Subsequently, visit Ait Ben Haddou and cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech.

Day 10: Marrakech City Tour

In addition, explore Marrakech: Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Majorelle Gardens, and Jemaa el-Fna square with a local guide.

Day 11: Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech

Moreover, take a full-day trip to Essaouira to explore the Atlantic coast, medina, and port before returning to Marrakech.

Day 12: Departure from Marrakech

Finally, transfer to the airport in Marrakech according to your flight schedule. End of the tour.

Booking Details of 12 days Casablanca to Marrakech

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Final Note

This 12 day Morocco itinerary can be fully customized based on your preferences, travel dates, and budget.