10-Day Morocco Adventure: Journey Around the Sahara
- 10 days 9 night
DESCRIPTION
PROGRAM
WHAT’S INCLUDED
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
DESCRIPTION
Embark on a 10-day journey through Morocco, beginning in Casablanca with visits to iconic sites like the Hassan II Mosque and Moroccan Mall. Explore the imperial city of Meknes, the ancient ruins of Volubilis, and the spiritual capital of Fes, before venturing into the Sahara for a camel trek. Discover the stunning landscapes of Ifrane, the Todra and Dades Gorges, and the historic Ait Ben Haddou. Conclude your adventure with guided tours in Marrakech and Essaouira, returning to Casablanca for your departure.
PROGRAM
Day 1: Casablanca:
Our private tour begins with a transfer from the airport to your hotel in Casablanca, where you’ll be offered a complimentary meal. Today depends on the time your arrival, given the time we may explore a handful of Casablanca’s touristic features such as the Hassan II mosque, Moroccan Mall shopping center and a nearby beach area.
Day 2: Casablanca – Meknes – Volubilis – Fes:
Today we’ll explore a handful of casablanca’s touristic featuers such as the Hassan ll mosaue, Morocco Mall shoping center and a nearby beach area.
after lunch in the city we’ll drive to Meknes, a former imperial city. Next we’ll visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis befor continuing to Fes where we’ll spend the night at a local Hotel/Riad (including a complimentary dinner and breackfast).
Day 3 : Exploring Fes — guided tour of the city :
This whole day will be devoted to sightseeing Fez, the spiritual capital. This will consist of visiting the following places: the Medieval Medina, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the Karaouine Mosque (external visits only). You’ll be offered the choice of having lunch at a traditional restaurant in the heart of Medina then, after a late afternoon visit of the souks and Fes Jdid (new Fes), we’ll return to your hotel.
Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud :
Today after breakfast we drive towards Ifrane, called as ‘the Switzerland of Morocco’. We continue to Midelt and then we pass along the Ziz valley to reach city of Erfoud ,very famous for its local fossil products where we’ll spend the night at a hotel (including a complimentary dinner and breakfast).
Day 5: Erfoud and camel trek to the Sahara desert :
After breakfast today, we’ll drive to a checkpoint in the Merzouga desert. Upon arrival there we’ll trade in our transport for, guided by an experienced camel guide, and explore the region of Erg Chebbi. It’ll take us around 70 minutes to reach the campsite, once there, we’ll enjoy a beautiful sunset over the dunes and once dark we’ll return to your hotel..
Day 6: Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges:
After breakfast we’ll head through Rissani and Tinghir to Todra gorge; the highest and narrowest gorge in Morocco. After lunch at the gorge, we’ll drive through the Dades valley enjoying the view of the geological feature known locally as “Monkey Toes”. We’ll stay overnight in Dades valley, including a complimentary dinner and breakfast the next morning.
Day 7: Dades Gorges – Ouarzazatte – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech:
Our private tour continues with a drive towards Kalaat Mgouna and Ouarzazate, recognized as “the African Hollywood”. Here, we may visit the local film studio and Kasbah (Fortress). We’ll then head to Ait Ben Haddou, to visit the local Kasbah, the largest Kasbah in Morocco and a UNESCO world heritage site. We’ll continue over the High Atlas Mountains until we reach Marrakesh where we’ll spend the night at traditional Riad, in the medina.
Day 8: Marrakech guided tour:
Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakesh. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamma el Fna square, Kotubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens and Marjolle. After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll get the chance to explore the city at your leisure before retiring to a local hotel, where we’ll spend the night.
Day 9: Marrakech – Essaouira 1 day excursion:
Today we’ll have a guided tour of Essaouira, a city on the Atlantic coast, and then return to Marrakesh where we’ll spend the night once more.
Day 10: Marrakech – Casablanca:
Today we’ll drive you to Casablanca where our tour ends.
TRIP INFORMATION :
Duration: 10 DAYS AND 9 NIGHT.
Departure: 7/8 AM.
Starting Location: Casablanca.
Ending Location: Casablanca.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
4×4 vehicle/Minibus with air condition.
Driver/Guide/Fuel.
Hotel/riad/ overnight stays.
Breakfast/dinner.
Camel ride/night in the desert (1camel per person).
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Lunch/drinks cunsumed during the trip.
Plane ticket to and from Morocco.
Entry fees to monuments/museus.
GALLERY / PHOTOS
10 Days
SAHARAROUTES
Explore Morocco’s Wonders:
For pricing or more information, please contact us and don’t forget to tell us about The number of persons in your group and the exact date of the trip We will get back to you with more details as soon as possible.