Dive into the Mosques and Mausoleums of Casablanca

After

breakfast this morning, head out to visit the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Africa. Marvel at a the mosque's towering minaret, which rises up into the Casablanca sky to a height of 210 meters.

After your visit, set off for the city of Rabat, the capital of Morocco. After about an hour's drive up the Atlantic coastline, you will arrive in this elegant city filled with impressive landmarks.

First, we'll head to the Chellah, a historic necropolis surrounded by thick fortified walls. Our tour then leads us to the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, a marble masterpiece of Moroccan architecture, which houses the tombs of Moroccan kings and princes. We'll also visit a fascinating area called Oudaya Kasbah.

Continuing on, we'll arrive in the oldest city of Morocco Fes later this afternoon.

Casablanca to Rabat: 1 hour driving.

Rabat to Fes: 2 hours and 30 minutes driving.

Fes – Fes City Tour with local guide.

Delve into the Rich History of Fez.

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oy breakfast in your Riad this morning, then head out on an exploration of Fez, Morocco's oldest city. You will be guided to important historical sights, such as the gate of the Royal Palace and the old Jewish Quarter, which is known as the "Mellah." Dating from the 14th century, it is the oldest in Morocco.

Later, visit Al Qaraouine University. Founded in the 9th century, this is the oldest continually operating university in the world. You'll also have a chance to see the famous Fez leather tanneries, as well as the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, the most important Muslim pilgrimage site in Morocco.

Later in the afternoon, you will have the chance to visit an atmospheric tile cooperative to learn how the emblematic tiles of Morocco are made. 

Overnight at the Hotel / Riad in Fes.

Fes - Ifrane - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Sahara Desert.

Travel Along the Stunning Atlas Mountain Range

Depart from Fes to travel towards Merzouga via Ifrane city, Midelt and the Ziz valley. Ifrane city is a beautiful mountain village, named the Switzerland of Morocco. During this journey, discover glimpses of the Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains. Halt at Azrou, a Berber village in the famous cedar forest. Here, you will have the opportunity to see the Barbary apes.

Proceed to Midelt along the magnificent mountains of the Atlas. After lunch, journey through the Tiz Ntalghamt pass and the remarkable Ziz Gorge, taking in views of the High Atlas plateau. The scenery reveals hints of the desert as you approach Errachidia city. Later, travel along the fantastic Ziz Valley, stopping for panoramic views along the way to Erfoud and Rissani. By afternoon, you will reach Merzouga. Go on a camel ride on the dunes of Merzouga near the Sahara Desert to reach the camp for an overnight stay.

Fes to Ifrane: 1 hour driving.

Ifrane to Midelt: 2 hours driving.

Midelt to Ziz Valley: 2 hours driving.

Ziz Valley to Sahara Desert: 2 hours driving.

Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley.

Today you will have to wake up very early in the morning to see what will may be the best sunrise of your life. You will set over the Sand Dunes of Sahara of Erg Chebbi to watch wonderful sunrise. After watching the sunrise you will go down to the Camp for breakfast. Then you’ll peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga. While enjoying morning camel ride you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses.

Once you arrive the village of Merzouga, you will meet the driver again to continue the tour to Dades. You will have optional stop in  Rissani to visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali chref, the founder of the Alaouit dynasty, and then you will continue to Arfoud to visit the fossilized marble factory before continuing to the Todra valley, where you will have lunch. Once in Todra you can highlight a half-hour walk to see the gorges calmly. Todra gorges is the highest, narrowest gorges in Morocco. The Todra River has formed a gorge of enormous vertical walls of great beauty; it is a climber’s paradise and a unique place.

In the evening we will drive through the Dades Valley, where you’ll see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes”. Overnight accommodation will be in a fancy guest house overlooking the Dades Valley.

Merzouga to Todra Gorges: 3 hours driving.

Todra gorges to Dades: 1 hour driving.

Dades Valley- Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Hadou – Marrakech.

After breakfast in your accommodation, you will start travelling through the Dades Valley towards Ouarzazate and then to Marrakech.

The road through Dades Valley is called the way of the thousand Kasbahs – providing numerous opportunities to take some of your best photographic shots of the trip.

You will stop at Kalaat M’Gouna -the centre of rose’s valley-, where you will have the option to visit the cooperative for the roses, to purchase the rosewater, which will make your linen smell good a long time after your trip is over.

Ouarzazate, often dubbed the "Gateway to the Sahara," is a fascinating city in southern Morocco known for its unique blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty. Visit the historic Taourirte kasbah that offers a glimpse into the region’s past. Its intricate designs and labyrinthine rooms provide a fascinating tour through Moroccan history and architecture.

Continue to Marrakech via the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah. Built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber chieftains during the 19th century, now the Kasbah is a house of many Glaoui people.

Your journey will continue through the majestic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m) over the High Atlas Mountains, where you will have the opportunity to explore the process of producing the Argan oil- existing only in morocco – by Berber women in their cooperative, before arriving at your overnight accommodation in Marrakech.

Dades Ait Ben Hadou: 2 hours driving.

Ait Ben Hadou to Marrakech: 3 hours driving.

Marrakech City Tour with local guide.
Immerse Yourself in Magical Marrakech
Marrakech is a bustling city and gateway to the most authentic of Moroccan culture.
After breakfast in your Riad, you can start exploring the red city of Morocco. Prepare to have your senses dazzled and enchanted in the city’s historic Medina. The artisanal heritage of the city thrives in the heart of the souks.
On those ochre-dusted lanes,  you’ll be exposed to a Morocco unlike any other.
You will get to see Koutoubia Mosque,  Main Square, the Saadian tombs, and the Bahia Palace before sightseeing in the souks and taking in the bustling Jemaa El Fna square, with its many stalls and traders as well as historical sites.

Overnight at the Hotel / Riad in Marrakech.

Marrakech - Casablanca Airport

Goodbye, Morocco!

All good things must come to an end but we hope you have enjoyed your time exploring the very best that this region of Northern Africa has to offer. The rich and unique history, its magnificent natural beauty and the charming people that makes Morocco the country that it is.
At an arranged time you will be transferred from your hotel to Casablanca International Airport for your international flight back home.

We hope you have had a memorable trip and wish you pleasant onward travels!