Best Morocco Itinerary 10 Days Tour from Casablanca
Below here is the program itinerary of 10 days in Morocco from Casablanca, and all the information, and the policies that you have to know before booking with us.
Why BOOK these 10 Days in Morocco?
Enter the world of ancient Morocco on this journey through the country's imperial cities; Rabat, Meknes, Fes, and Marrakech. Travel through the mountainous land of Berbers and to the edge of Africa where we relax in the tranquil village of Merzouga desert. Explore a wonderful world of mountains, markets, and medinas on this 10 days in Morocco itinerary from Casablanca. Here, Andalusian-influenced architecture and French protectorate history meet the masters of the Atlas Mountains; the Berbers, and traditional tastes of tagines.
- Daily departure is available.
- The Atlas Mountains magnificent scenery.
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.
- Take a stroll through the breathtaking Dades gorges.
- Camel riding in the Merzouga desert.
- Spending a night in the desert camp under the stars.
- A breathtaking view of the sunset and sunrise over the dunes.
- Sahara Desert - Sleep under the stars against a backdrop of towering sand dunes.
- Todra Gorge - Walk in Morocco's Grand Canyon through spectacular rock formations.
- Drive through the palm groves of Ziz valley.
- Explore the gorgeous town of Chefchaouen, discover its mountainous terrain.
- Local drums music around the campfire.
- Drive through the palm groves of Draa valley.
- The tour is available with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
- Walk from a remote Berber community into the magnificent and inspiring High Atlas Mountains.
- Fes - Explore the vibrant souks and exhilarating atmosphere of this imperial city.
- The Atlas Mountains - Beautiful mountain scenery in the highest mountain range in North Africa.
- Marrakech - Discover Morocco's vibrant Red City, with its atmospheric medina and lively Djemma El-Fna Square.
- Volubilis - Witness the glory of the Roman Empire and enjoy the beautiful mosaic in the ruined mansions.
- The tour is at an affordable price and has great quality services.
10 Day Morocco Itinerary: Best 10 Days Tour from Casablanca
How you will spend these 10 days in Morocco?
Days In Morocco company placed at your disposal this simple suggestion of this tour itinerary to give you the idea about how you will spend your 10 days in Morocco, a day-by-day plan to guide your journey. This tour itinerary can be changed to suit your dream tour, and it will be customized to fit your needs.
This is the difference between the 4 categories of accommodations:
• Budget accommodations are typically 1- and 2-star hotels, offering a simple, clean place to stay with small rooms containing essential amenities like a bed, fresh linens, a bathroom, and basic furniture such as a table and a clothes rack. (Not recommended by Days In Morocco Company).
• Luxury accommodations, usually 4 or 5 stars, are typically located in city centers, offering exceptional comfort, top-notch services, elegant designs, and a wide range of amenities such as pools, spas, restaurants, and fitness centers.
• Standard accommodations fall between 2 and 3 stars, often found in older city areas or rural settings like Kasbahs, guesthouses, or Riads. Despite being economical, they provide decent comfort, usually featuring private bathrooms, a restaurant, and sometimes a swimming pool.
• Mixed accommodations blend elements from both standard and luxury categories, providing a middle ground for those unsure whether to opt for superior or standard. This option allows guests to experience both authentic Moroccan charm and luxury amenities. (Highly recommended by Days In Morocco Company).
Overview: of 10 Days in Morocco Itinerary from Casablanca
10 days in Morocco itinerary from Casablanca to Marrakech and Merzouga desert is designed to spend 9 nights in Morocco. With these 10 days in Morocco itinerary, you'll explore the top Moroccan sites and discover the imperial cities of Morocco (Casablanca, Rabat, Fes, Meknes, Marrakech), and beautiful places such as the Sahara desert of Erg Chebbi.
Our 10 day Morocco itinerary is available with a local English-speaking driver and guide. The tour will start from Casablanca then we'll pass through Rabat the current capital of Morocco to reach the blue city of Chefchaouen, after visiting and exploring the main attractions of Rabat. Later on, you'll discover the blue city of Chefchaouen.
The 10 days tour from Casablanca will take you to Fes imperial city, along the way, we'll visit Volubilis, which is the Oldest Roman post south of Morocco, where you can witness the glory of the Roman Empire and enjoy the beautiful mosaic in the ruined mansions. Then cross Meknes city, we'll take a stroll in its El Hedim square and Medina.
We'll be sightseeing all the interesting places in the city including Mausoleum Moulay Ismail, Sahrij Souani, and Bab El Mansour which is the biggest gate in Morocco. You will have a full-day to roam in the main attractions of Fes. Then in Merzouga, you will have the experience of a camel trekking trip over Erg Chebbi dunes and night in the desert camp.
By leaving Merzouga to Marrakech you'll explore in your way Todra gorges, Dades gorges, Roses valley, and so many amazing Berber villages in your road. There are many stops in the itinerary to document your trip by taking pictures of the splendid panoramic nature sceneries and in every interesting spot. The end of the 10 days Morocco tour from Casablanca will be in Marrakech or Casablanca.
You'll not have time to see the whole country in just 10 days in Morocco, but this itinerary includes, the most beautiful areas, cities, and attractions worth visiting.
Tour Itinerary: A day-by-day plan to guide your journey.
Explore the tour itinerary of this 10 days in Morocco from Casablanca, and feel free to contact us for any questions or clarification anytime. This 10 day Morocco itinerary is flexible we can make it suits your fit.
- Day 1: Arrival to Casablanca - Transfer from the airport to your accommodation
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Upon your arrival to Casablanca, you'll meet our professional driver/guide in the airport who will pick you up and show you what surrounded Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco. Explore the city of Casablanca depends on the time of your arrival. During the first day of our 10 days tour from Casablanca, we'll visit the vital places and monuments that contribute widely to the beauty and both cultural and historical importance of Casablanca city. The first thing to see in Casablanca is the Mosque of Hassan II, one of the biggest and most beautiful mosques in the world, while it's gorgeously positioned right by the shore of the Atlantic ocean, making it the most beautiful mosque in Africa because of its prestigious interior decorated with the finest Moroccan mosaic. You'll be amazed at the stunning decoration and the magnificent architecture. In your private tour, we'll also take you to discover the Habous market and Quartier, explore the Corniche Coastal of Casablanca, then drive to a restaurant to get a tempting fresh sea-food dish for lunch. You'll spend your first night in a hotel or riad in Casablanca.
Driving distance Approximately 20 kilometersEstimated driving duration 00 hr 35 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Casablanca.Meals Breakfast
- Day 2: Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen
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After breakfast at your accommodation in Casablanca, we'll drive towards Chefchaouen. The itinerary of today will take you to visit some interesting sites in Rabat such as "Royal Palace", "the Hassan Tower", and "the Mausoleum of Mohamed V". Also, you'll visit the main places on your road. Then, we continue our journey to Chefchaouen. Overnight at riad or hotel in Chefchaouen.
Driving distance Approximately 340 kilometersEstimated driving duration 4 hr 56 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Chefchaouen.Meals Breakfast
- Day 3: Full-day trip to explore Chefchaouen, Sightseeing tour
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Today is dedicated to visiting Chefchaouen's important sightseeing. After your breakfast at your accommodation, you can explore the gorgeous town of Chefchaouen, the most famous touristic attractions in Morocco. Chefchaouen's most striking feature is the blue paint that is coloring the walls of the Medina in different shapes of blue. Once you've entered the Medina of Chefchaouen you should start climbing to "Ras El Maa Waterfall" which is a very famous water source on the top of a mountain, from which you can see most of the city and discover its mountainous terrain. On your way to the top, you'll come across the following monuments and symbolic buildings like Place "Outa El Hamam" which is a square surrounded by cafes and restaurants, a peaceful place to relax. In the square, you'll see the "Kasbah" which dates back to the 18th century, a heavily restored walled fortress that now has a lovely garden on Chefchaouen. However, your tour is incomplete if you don't visit the "Grand Spanish Mosque", which was built in the 15th century. Overnight stay in Chefchaouen.
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- Day 4: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
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After breakfast at your accommodation in Chefchaouen, the journey starts toward Fes by leaving Chefchaouen. Today the itinerary goes through Ouazzane. Along the way, we'll visit Volubilis, which is the Oldest Roman post south of Morocco, where you can witness the glory of the Roman Empire and enjoy the beautiful mosaic in the ruined mansions. Then cross Meknes city, we'll take a stroll in its El Hedim square and Medina. We'll be sightseeing all the interesting places in the city including Mausoleum Moulay Ismail, Sahrij Souani, and Bab El Mansour which is the biggest gate in Morocco, lunch will be in Meknes. Later on, we'll carry on our trip to the imperial city of Fes where you'll spend the night at a hotel or riad.
Driving distance Approximately 262 kilometersEstimated driving duration 4 hr 26 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Fes.Meals Breakfast
- Day 5: Full-day trip to explore the city of Fes
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Today is dedicated to visiting Fez's important sightseeing and monuments, the oldest cultural and spiritual city in the world. The city was founded in 790 A.C by Moulay Idriss II. Accompanied by a local guide. Fez has very interesting sites and monuments and sites including Al-Qarawiyyin University (the first established university in the world), Bou Inania Madrasa (theological colleges), the Jewish District (Millah), plazas, neighborhood Andaulisians, and potters, museums, Souks (traditional markets), the amazing Tanneries, and Bab Boujloud. Lunch will be at a typical Moroccan restaurant in the old Medina. Fez is also the artisan capital of Morocco. Your full-day trip of Fes includes a short visit to the famous ceramic factory, and then you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes. After the tour, we drive you back to your riad or hotel. Overnight stay in Fes.
Driving distance Approximately 20 kilometersEstimated driving duration 00 hr 35 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Fes.Meals Breakfast
- Day 6: Fes - Ifrane - Azrou - Midelt - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert
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After breakfast at your accommodation in Fes, we leave Fes heading southeast, through the city of Ifrane (Switzerland of Morocco), and Cedar Forest in Azrou the largest woodland in Morocco where apes live our second stop will be hereafter Ifrane. Afterward, we'll stop in Midelt for having lunch. Our itinerary will continue to cross Tizi N'Taghamt and along the magnificent Ziz valley then you'll have a stop for a panoramic view of Ziz valley. Later on, we continue the journey to the desert of Merzouga. Overnight in hotel or riad in Merzouga.
Driving distance Approximately 463 kilometersEstimated driving duration 7 hr 23 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Merzouga.Meals Breakfast Dinner
- Day 7: Merzouga - Sahara Desert sightseeing - Camel ride - Desert camp
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Today is devoted to exploring the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi and the village surrounded. After breakfast, at your accommodation, the journey starts by visiting the nomads that still live-in Berber tents in the middle of the Sahara desert; see how they are living and drink a cup of tea with them. Afterward, we'll visit the small village of Khamilia where the Gnaoua people, you'll have firsthand experience with their music and lifestyle. The lunch will be with these black peoples. Later on, we go back to Merzouga, where we'll leave the car, and take the experience of camel trekking over the high sand dunes of the Erg Chebbi desert. You'll see the beautiful view of the sunset on top of a high dune, then we'll back to your desert camp where you are going to spend your night. After a delicious dinner, time to listen to Berber music played by local nomads under stars, and if you love dancing you can dance on the tones of barbarian music.
Driving distance Approximately 86 kilometersEstimated driving duration 01 hr 09 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Merzouga.Meals Breakfast Dinner
- Day 8: Merzouga Desert - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Gorges
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Before returning to your accommodation in Merzouga, you'll wake up early to witness the beautiful sunrise over the amazing sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, and cast various shadows and colors over the sea of sand dunes. Then, you'll take a camel ride back to your accommodation in Merzouga, you'll have the opportunity to take a shower and enjoy a delicious breakfast. Then we head to Rissani to visit its traditional market considered to be the largest in the whole of Southern Morocco. After that, we'll leave for spectacular Todra gorges which is the highest and the narrow gorge in Morocco, and stroll in its magnificent canyon, the lunch will be in a restaurant overlooking the valley. After lunch, we'll continue our day by heading to Dades Valley, where you'll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as "monkey toes". The night will be spent at a hotel or riad overlooking the amazing Dades valley.
Driving distance Approximately 274 kilometersEstimated driving duration 4 hr 25 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Dades Gorges.Meals Breakfast Dinner
- Day 9: Dades Gorges - Skoura - Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech
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Today, we'll leave Dades gorges towards Marrakech. However, before you head over to Marrakech, you'll explore the best of Dades valley. Then You'll be travelling through the road of Thousand Kasbahs and have a break to visit Kalaat M'Gouna (Valley of Roses) in this amazing place, you'll be able to purchase the products of rose, every year a rose festival is held in May. We continue the way to visit Amridil Kasbah in Skoura. Then you are going to visit the Ouarzazate cinema's studio, where famous movies were shot. It called Atlas Studio or Hollywood of Africa. Visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a rest point for caravans in the past, and the scene for filming many international movies nowadays. The lunch will be in a restaurant overlooking the Kasbah. Finally, we continue to travel through Tizi N'Tichka to Marrakech, it offers impressive views of valleys, mountains, and many Berber villages nearby. By the evening we'll arrive in Marrakech. Overnight stay at hotel or riad in Marrakech.
Driving distance Approximately 332 kilometersEstimated driving duration 5 hr 37 min (without traffic)Accommodation Overnight stay in Marrakech.Meals Breakfast
- Day 10: Marrakesh Sightseeing - Full-day trip in Marrakech
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Today's devoted to visiting Marrakech (called Morocco Red City). The journey begins after having breakfast at your accommodation. It's nicknamed the Red City because of the color of its great walls. The journey of visiting Marrakech includes the Menara, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Majorelle Gardens, and the Souks. In Marrakech, you'll also have the opportunity to visit the square of Jamma El-Fna. In this large square, visitors see attend dancers, storytellers, jugglers, artisans, and snake charmers perform to entertain. To get the 10 days tour from Casablanca finished our driver will take you to the airport or to your chosen accommodation. End of our services: 10 days in Morocco from Casablanca to Marrakech via desert.
We hope that you enjoyed our company.Driving distance NoneEstimated driving duration NoneMeals Breakfast
Journey times and distances are estimates and are based on the direct route between the start location and end location for each day of the itinerary, where applicable. They do not include detours or stops for sightseeing.
Tour Map: Here's a map of your travel route.
What's Included: Don't worry, we've got this covered.
Prices Included
- Pick up and drop off (at your accommodation, airport, or any other place);
- Tour Commentary;
- Transport by private vehicle with A/C;
- Experienced English - Spanish - French speaking guide/driver;
- Car Fuel;
- Car Insurance;
- Camel ride in Sahara desert (Camel per person);
- Overnight stay at desert camp (Luxury or Standard);
- 8 nights accommodation at hotel/riad;
- Dinner in: Merzouga Desert and Dades Valley;
- Sandboarding in desert dunes;
- Daily breakfast during the whole trip;
- Confirmation at time of booking;
- Plus many surprises stops on the way.
Prices Not Included
- Flights to/from Morocco;
- Meals, drinks & entrance fees;
- Personal travel insurance;
- Tips & Personal expenses.
Additional
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase);
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required;
- Children's must be accompanied by an adult.
What to take on your Morocco Tour?
We strongly recommend using TSA-approved luggage locks on your bags and hand carry valuables on the plane.
Many of our trips require us to move our base several times, so we recommend that you pack as lightly as possible. There will not always be someone available to help you carry your bags so you should only bring as much as you can carry on your own.
We suggest that you bring the following items:
Clothing & Equipment- Season-specific casual clothes (men and women should always dress modestly out of respect for the culture they are visiting- no tank tops, low cut tops, or short shorts. It is not necessary to wear a headscarf.)
- Hiking clothes and shoes (NOTE: They can get quite dirty/dusty).
- Bathing suit.
- A pair of comfortable walking shoes.
- A light jacket/windbreaker (NOTE: It can be very windy in Essaouira).
- A warm jacket (NOTE: It can be quite cold in the High Atlas Mountains from November to March. Please pack appropriately for cold, winter evenings.).
- Power adaptor for 220v, 50 Hz (outlets are two-prong rounded).
- Toiletries.
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat.
- First-aid kit with lip balm, aspirin, band-aids, cream for sore muscles (e.g. deep heat), Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, any extra prescription drugs you may be taking.
- Passport (with photocopies).
- Travel insurance (with photocopies).
- Airline tickets (with photocopies).
- Any entry visas or vaccination certificates required.
- Credit and/or debit card and/or cash (MasterCard and Visa are the most commonly used; American Express and Maestro cards are difficult to use in Morocco.)
- This document, printed.
In order to protect against any unforeseen circumstances, it is advisable to purchase adequate insurance before your date of departure. Coverage should include baggage damage or loss, flight delays or cancellations, etc. We recommend “World Nomads” for your Travel Insurance.
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Free cancellation
FREE! If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of most activities, you will receive a complete refund if you paid all the price.
Tourism Transport in Morocco - Our Cars
It's our goal to make memories that last a lifetime when you visit Morocco. That is we only offer the best at our disposal.
Our vehicles are fully-equipped for your comfort and adventure. Air conditioned and comfortable, these rugged vehicles are built for the road. Our cars have 6 seats. They're clean. The fleet includes the Toyota Prado TX, Toyota Prado VX, and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.
Our drivers are connoisseurs of their regions. No one knows Morocco better than them. When they bring you on your journey, it will feel like travelling with a trusted friend.
For groups ranging from 7 to 17 in size, we offer minibusses and minivans such as the Hyundai H-1 Minivan, Mercedes Minibus's, and the Mercedes Vito.
Feel free to travel with our guide by your own vehicle, if you have one. Or use our 4-wheeled-drive. The choice is always yours.
Toyota Prado TX (4x4)
- Capacity: 6 Seater;
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel;
- Air-conditioned car;
- Manual / Automatic.
Toyota Prado VX (4x4)
- Capacity: 6 Seater
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel
- Air-conditioned car;
- Manual.
Mercedes-Benz Vito
- Capacity: 7/8 Seater;
- Fuel type: Diesel fuel;
- Air-conditioned car;
- Manual / Automatic.