15 days tour from Casablanca via Merzouga desert, Morocco 2 week itinerary

• Day 1: Discover Casablanca to Rabat:

   Welcome to our great 15 days tour from Casablanca through the imperial cities. As soon as you arrive at Casablanca airport, you will find our staff waiting to give you a warm welcome and accompany you on a short tour of Casablanca. We visit the famous Hassan II Mosque and the Corniche. Then we head to Rabat. A prestigious, charming city that has been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco thanks to its cultural and historical value. In Rabat, we will visit the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah Oudaya before checking into the riad in Rabat Medina.

• Day 2: Rabat to Chefchaouen via Asilah, and Tanger:

   After breakfast at the riad in Rabat, we will head to Chefchaouen via Asilah and Tangier. This journey would be along the coast and this is enough to make it a magnificent trip. The first stop will take place in Asilah, a small city located about 46 kilometers from Tangier, its great feature is that the walls of the Medina are painted by several famous artists from around the world. The second stop will take place in Tangier, where we will visit the medina, the cave of Hercules, and Cap Spartel. The third and last stop will be in Chefchaouen where we will spend the second night of the trip. Ending this day of this 15 days tour from Casablanca.

• Day 3: Free full day in Chefchaouen:

    The third day of the trip was dedicated to exploring the Blue Pearl: CHEFCHAOUEN. This magnificent city is located at the foot of the mountains Tisouka (2050m) and Megou (1616m.) of the Rif Mountains, which rise above the blue town like two horns, and hence its name Chefchaouen whose meaning: “look at the horns”. In the Blue Pearl, we visit the Rase el Maa waterfalls, the Outa Hmamm square, the narrow streets, and blue houses, and in the afternoon you will have a short walk of half an hour to reach the Jemaa Bouzafar Mosque, a wonderful place where we can attend the sunset and take beautiful pictures.

• Day 4: Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis, and Meknes:

   We leave the Blue Pearl behind, and head to Volubilis. The Roman ruins are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We continue to Meknes, one of the four imperial cities in Morocco. The city reached its heyday thanks to Sultan Mulay Ismail. We can visit its old town and the stupendous Bab Mansour gate, the Royal Palace, and Lahdim Square. As soon as you arrive in Fez; the cultural and spiritual capital of the Kingdom of Morocco, we will stroll through the old medina and pass through its labyrinthine streets.

   Dinner and overnight at the hotel or riad. Ending this day of this 15 days tour from Casablanca.

• Day 5: Fes guided tour:

   After breakfast, we will begin our visit to the wonderful Fez, a historic city par excellence that will make us go back in time and enjoy a city built centuries ago. The mere thought that there is the oldest university in the world dating back to 857 is impressive. We stroll through its souks and narrow alleys of the old medina and visit the Royal Palace, the 9th-century Al-Qaraouine Mosque, and the University of the same name. We continue to the mausoleum of “Moulay Idriss II”. We will pause for lunch and enjoy traditional dishes before continuing the tour of the Nejjarine fountain, the old Harem Garden, and the Batha Museum. Dinner and overnight at the hotel or riad.

• Day 6: Fes to Merzouga desert via Ifran, Cedar forest, and Ziz Valley:

   Breakfast and departure to Ifrane, the Switzerland of Morocco. Stop in the cedar forest in the Middle Atlas Mountains to see the wild monkeys and feed them. Then drive to Midelt, the first producer of apples in Morocco. We let the Ziz Valley impress us with its panoramic views and enjoy the drive until we reach Merzouga.  In Merzouga, nothing better than a camel ride at sunset. Stunning scenery leaves you speechless, so much tranquility, and so much beauty and you are here enjoying your time away from the bustle of the cities. Arriving at the camp in the heart of the desert, we will be greeted with a glass of hospitality tea. We rest, enjoy a delicious dinner, gather around the campfire, enjoy traditional music, and have a good time until bedtime while gazing at the starry sky.

• Day 7: exploring Merzouga desert:

   The good thing about going on a desert trip is being able to see the sunrise over the sand dunes. A wonderful image that starts another new day and another adventure to experience. Back to the hotel, shower, and have breakfast. We spent the rest of the day exploring Merzouga and its surroundings. Starting with the famous village of Khamlia. A small Berber village noted for a very peculiar style of music: Gnawa. Once there, we listen to a music show while drinking a glass of mint tea. We also take the opportunity to visit some of the nomadic families and get closer to their culture, traditions, and daily life. The next stop will take place in Rissani. The ancient Sijilmassa is noted for its large traditional market held weekly. We have lunch there and return to Merzouga to spend the sixth night of the trip. Ending this day of this 15 days tour from Casablanca.

• Day 8: Merzouga desert To Ouarzazate via Toddra Valley, Todrra Gorge, and Dades Valley:

    Today we leave the incredible desert of Merzouga and head to the impressive Todra Gorges, the largest gorges in North Africa. A wonderful site that never ceases to fascinate climbers from all over the world. Lunch and departure to Dades, where you will enjoy beautiful panoramic views, majestic sand castles, and Kasbahs. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Ouarzazate.

• Day 9: Ouarzazate to Agadir via Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and Taroudant:

   After breakfast, we will visit the fantastic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified city, World Heritage of Humanity by Unesco, and the backdrop of many international films. After the visit, we will continue our journey to Agadir. Magnificent Berber city noted for the production of argan oil. It is also a tourist center of great importance. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Agadir.

• Day 10: Agadir to Essaouira:

   After breakfast in the beautiful city of Agadir, we will have free time to explore the city. Charming tourist city, that offers a variety of sites to visit and enjoy. After that, we have lunch and head to Essaouira. An area is famous for argan trees that have many health and cosmetic benefits. We will make several stops to enjoy the panoramic landscapes and take pictures. Arrival in Essaouira in the afternoon, dinner, and overnight at the hotel. Ending this day of this 15 days tour from Casablanca.

• Day 11: Essaouira to Marrakech:

   After breakfast at your riad, you will have free time to continue exploring Essaouira and observing the traces of Portuguese colonialism as reflected in the city walls, the Skala, the old medina, etc. Then, we will make a stop at a women’s cooperative of argan oil, known for its cosmetic and medical properties. The last stop will be in Marrakech. According to the time of arrival in the red city, it is possible to take a walk in the Jamaa El Fna Square before heading to the hotel where you will stay.

• Day 12: Marrakech guided tour:

After breakfast, you will start your guided tour of Marrakech. It is advisable to stroll through the Jamaa El Fna Square declared Universal Cultural Heritage by Unesco. It is a real open-air theater, you can find: storytellers, musicians, folk dancers, vendors of various products, snake charmers, etc.. In this square, too, there are countless restaurants and food stalls, so you can taste Moroccan gastronomy. The Red Pearl offers endless places to go: the souks and stores in the old medina, full of life, colors, and aromas, the museums, the Majorelle gardens, the Bahia Palace, a wonderful masterpiece with its colorful tiles and decorated rooms, among other places.

• Day 13: Marrakech to Ouzoud waterfalls and Back to Marrakech:

   The Ouzoud Waterfalls is located 170 km northeast of Marrakech. It is an ideal place to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, spend good times in complete tranquility, enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views, and contemplate the beautiful waterfalls that reach 110 meters high. Return to Marrakech. Dinner and overnight at the hotel/riad. Ending this day of this 15 days tour from Casablanca.

• Day 14: Marrakech to Casablanca:

   After breakfast at your Riad, you will have the morning free to explore Marrakech at your leisure. You can go shopping, stroll around the Jamaa El Fna Square, do a traditional Moroccan Hamam, and visit other sites. Afterward, we will go to Casablanca.

• Day 15: Casablanca – Transfer To airport:

 Transfer to Casablanca airport at the agreed time. End of our 15 days tour from Casablanca passing through the imperial cities.

Have a nice trip! Ending this last day of this 15 days tour from Casablanca.