14 Days in Morocco: Grand Tour from Casablanca
Two weeks to see Morocco properly. This private 14-day Morocco itinerary from Casablanca takes in all four imperial cities, the Mediterranean north, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a night in the Sahara, the kasbahs of the south, the Ouzoud waterfalls and the Atlantic coast from Essaouira to El Jadida, without ever feeling rushed.
Casablanca → Rabat → Tangier → Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes → Merzouga → Boumalne Dades → Aït Benhaddou → Marrakech → Essaouira → El Jadida → Casablanca
Highlights
- Rabat, the capital
- Tangier and the Strait of Gibraltar
- Chefchaouen, the blue city
- Volubilis and Meknes
- Guided tours of Fes and Marrakech
- Night in a Sahara desert camp
- Ouzoud waterfalls
- Essaouira and El Jadida on the Atlantic
Itinerary
Arrival in Casablanca
Airport welcome, the Hassan II Mosque, the Corniche and Place Mohammed V. Overnight in Casablanca.
Casablanca – Rabat – Tangier
The Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat, then north to Tangier and its kasbah. Overnight in Tangier.
Tangier – Chefchaouen
Into the Rif to the blue medina, with a guided walk and time for photos. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
The Roman mosaics of Volubilis, the Bab Mansour gate in Meknes, then on to Fes. Overnight in Fes.
Guided tour of Fes
A full day in Fes el-Bali: madrasas, the Chouara tanneries, souks and the Dar Batha museum. Overnight in Fes.
Fes – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Across the Middle Atlas to the Sahara. Sunset camel trek and a night in a desert camp in Erg Chebbi.
Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Sunrise over the dunes, the Todra Gorge and the valley of a thousand kasbahs. Overnight in the Dades Valley.
Dades – Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou – Marrakech
Skoura, the film studios of Ouarzazate, Aït Benhaddou and the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Overnight in Marrakech.
Guided tour of Marrakech
Jemaa el-Fnaa, the Koutoubia, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace and the Majorelle Garden. Overnight in Marrakech.
Ouzoud waterfalls
A day trip to Morocco’s highest waterfalls, with lunch overlooking the falls. Overnight in Marrakech.
Marrakech – Essaouira
West to the Atlantic: the port, ramparts and UNESCO medina of Essaouira. Overnight in Essaouira.
Free day in Essaouira
Beach, souks, argan cooperatives or a horse ride along the sand. Overnight in Essaouira.
Essaouira – El Jadida
North along the coast to the Portuguese city of El Jadida and its famous underground cistern. Overnight in El Jadida.
El Jadida – Casablanca airport
A short drive to Casablanca for your flight home.
Included
- Casablanca airport pick-up and drop-off
- Private A/C vehicle and English-speaking driver
- 13 nights: hotels, riads and desert camp
- Daily breakfast, meals as per itinerary
- Camel trek and Sahara camp
- Guided tours in Fes and Marrakech
- Entrance fees to listed sites
Not included
- Lunches and dinners not listed
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Driving times
Days 1, 5, 9 and 12 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 Tangier, via Rabat | about 340 km | about 4 hours |
| Day 3 | Tangier to Chefchaouen | about 115 km | about 2.5 hours |
| Day 4 | Chefchaouen to Fes, via Volubilis and Meknes | about 270 km | about 5 hours |
| Day 6 | Fes to Merzouga | about 470 km | about 8 hours |
| Day 7 | Merzouga to the Dades Valley, via the Todra Gorge | about 270 km | about 5 hours |
| Day 8 | Dades Valley to Marrakech, via Aït Benhaddou | about 320 km | about 6 hours |
| Day 10 | Marrakech to the Ouzoud waterfalls and back | about 150 km each way | about 2.5 hours each way |
| Day 11 | Marrakech to Essaouira | about 190 km | about 3 hours |
| Day 13 | Essaouira to El Jadida | about 260 km | about 4 hours |
| Day 14 | El Jadida to Casablanca airport | about 100 km | about 1.5 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 14-day Morocco grand tour route
- Casablanca
- Rabat
- Tangier
- Chefchaouen
- Volubilis
- Meknes
- Fes
- Merzouga
- Boumalne Dades
- Aït Benhaddou
- Marrakech
- Essaouira
- El Jadida
- Casablanca
What our travellers say about their trip
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14 days in Morocco FAQ
Is 14 days too long for Morocco?
No. Two weeks lets you see the north, the imperial cities, the Sahara, Marrakech and the coast at a relaxed pace, with free time in Essaouira at the end.
Can we shorten this itinerary?
Yes. Our 10-day tour from Casablanca keeps the highlights in fewer days, or we can tailor the route to your dates.
Are entrance fees included?
Yes, entrance fees to the sites listed in the itinerary are included, along with guided tours in Fes and Marrakech.
Can we upgrade the hotels or desert camp?
Yes. Tell us your preferred level and we will send you a quote with luxury riads and a premium desert camp.
How long is the drive each day?
The longest driving day is day 6, 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.
