10-Day Morocco Tour from Casablanca
Ten days is the sweet spot for a first trip to Morocco, and this private 10-day Morocco tour from Casablanca uses every one of them. Blue Chefchaouen, a guided day in Fes, a night in the Sahara at Merzouga, the gorges and kasbahs of the south, a guided day in Marrakech and a day on the Atlantic in Essaouira, then back to Casablanca for your flight.
Planning your visit? Read our Chefchaouen travel guide.
Casablanca → Chefchaouen → Fes → Merzouga → Boumalne Dades → Aït Benhaddou → Marrakech → Essaouira → Casablanca
Highlights
- Hassan II Mosque and the Corniche
- Chefchaouen, the blue city
- Guided tour of the Fes medina
- Camel trek and Sahara desert camp
- Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
- Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate
- Guided tour of Marrakech
- Day trip to Essaouira on the coast
Itinerary
Arrival in Casablanca
Airport welcome, the Hassan II Mosque and a walk on the Corniche. Overnight in Casablanca.
Casablanca – Chefchaouen
Into the Rif Mountains to the blue medina, with time for the kasbah and the artisans’ shops. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Chefchaouen – Fes
Mountain roads and terraced fields down to Fes. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight in Fes.
Guided tour of Fes
The UNESCO medina with a local guide: Al Quaraouiyine, the Bou Inania madrasa, the tanneries and hidden riads. Overnight in Fes.
Fes – Ifrane – Azrou – Merzouga
Cedar forests and macaques, the Ziz Valley palm groves, then a sunset camel trek to your desert camp in Erg Chebbi.
Merzouga – Rissani – Todra – Dades
Sunrise over the dunes, Rissani market, the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley. Overnight in the Dades Valley.
Dades – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou – Marrakech
Kasbahs of Skoura, Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou and the Tizi n’Tichka pass to Marrakech. Overnight in Marrakech.
Guided tour of Marrakech
The Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Koutoubia, the souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa with a local guide. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day trip to Essaouira
The Atlantic port, ramparts and relaxed medina of Essaouira, with a seafood lunch by the harbour. Back to Marrakech in the evening.
Marrakech – Casablanca airport
A comfortable drive back to Casablanca for your flight home.
Included
- Casablanca airport pick-up and drop-off
- Private A/C vehicle and English-speaking driver
- 9 nights: hotels, riads and desert camp
- Breakfast and dinner as per itinerary
- Camel trek in Erg Chebbi
- Guided tours in Fes and Marrakech
- Essaouira day trip
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Optional activities (4×4, sandboarding)
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Driving times
Days 1, 4 and 8 have no long drives. Times below are driving only. Stops for photos, visits and meals come on top.
| Day | Route | Distance | Driving time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 2 | Casablanca to Chefchaouen | about 340 km | about 5.5 hours |
| Day 3 | Chefchaouen to Fes | about 200 km | about 4 hours |
| Day 5 | Fes to Merzouga | about 470 km | about 8 hours |
| Day 6 | Merzouga to the Dades Valley, via the Todra Gorge | about 270 km | about 5 hours |
| Day 7 | Dades Valley to Marrakech, via Aït Benhaddou | about 320 km | about 6 hours |
| Day 9 | Marrakech to Essaouira and back | about 190 km each way | about 3 hours each way |
| Day 10 | Marrakech to Casablanca airport | about 240 km | about 3 hours |
Best time to go
The best time for this tour is March to May and September to November, when the weather is pleasant in the cities, the mountains and the desert. Summer (June to August) is very hot inland and in the Sahara, so we start early and plan camel rides for sunset and sunrise. In winter (December to February) cities are mild and sunny, but desert nights are cold and snow can sometimes close the mountain passes for a few hours, so pack warm layers.
Your 10-day Morocco tour from Casablanca route
- Casablanca
- Chefchaouen
- Fes
- Merzouga
- Boumalne Dades
- Aït Benhaddou
- Marrakech
- Essaouira
- Casablanca
What our travellers say about their trip
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10-day Morocco tour FAQ
Is 10 days enough to see Morocco?
Yes. Ten days lets you see the north, Fes, the Sahara, the south, Marrakech and the coast without rushing, which is why it is our most recommended length for a first visit.
Does the tour include airport transfers?
Yes. We pick you up at Casablanca airport on day 1 and drop you there on day 10.
Can we add a second night in the desert?
Yes. We can add a full day in the Sahara or adjust any part of the route. Tell us when you book.
What is the best time for this tour?
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most comfortable for the whole route, from the coast to the Sahara.
How long is the drive each day?
The longest driving day is day 5, Fes to Merzouga: about 470 km, about 8 hours of driving. The other days are shorter. There are stops for photos, visits and meals along the way, and the driving times table on this page shows every day.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. Because the tour is private, we can adjust the pace and add extra stops for children. Tell us their ages when you book so we can plan the day around your family.
