10 Days Morocco Desert Tour From Casablanca

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Day 1: Airport - Casablanca - Rabat.

After arriving at the airport in Casablanca, you will meet your driver. To start the tour we will go to one of the major wonders in Morocco: the Hassan II Mosque, which is the second highest mosque in the world and a rare example of a mosque that can be visited by non-Muslims in Morocco. After lunch, we will depart for Rabat, where you can enjoy its beautiful domes, minarets, wide avenues and green spaces. It consolidates the best of a modern cosmopolitan life with the lively cultural traditions of Morocco. Rabat was founded in the 14th, with the expulsion of Andalusians from the Iberian Peninsula. It is surrounded by three walls corresponding to the most significant stages of its history: the Almohad wall, the Andalusian wall and the Alawite wall. Your guide will show you these walls and the main attractions of the city, like the Hassan Tower, situated on top of an imposing mosque, and the opulent tomb of Mohammed V among many others. After you check in your Hotel/Riad you can take a stroll into the Medina of Rabat. Night at the Riad.

Day 2: Rabat – Chefchaouen.

We will leave Rabat and head towards the blue city of Chefchaouen. To arrive in Chefchaouen is to dive into a labyrinth that is unlike any other Moroccan medina, and yet it has a perfect order and harmony. All roads lead to Outa-Hammam Square, which holds the largest mosque and meeting center of its inhabitants. The blue city of Chefchaouen is one of the most charming and emblematic cities in Morocco. With a calm medina nestled between the Rif mountains and the Middle Atlas, Chefchaouen is famous for goat cheese. Suspended and anonymous among the mountains, the city is extraordinarily picturesque, ideal for those who like to explore a city with freedom and to take photos, and for those who find delight in the details, in terms of culture or architecture. Enjoy the view over the city, with its soft and continuous shades bathed in light, from the top of a hill. Night at the Riad.

Day 3: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes.

After breakfast, we will leave for Fes and on the way stop by the imperial city of Meknes. Sultan Moulay Ismail dreamed of making Meknes the most splendid city in North Africa, hence its nickname “Versailles of the Maghreb”. Here we will visit the main points of interest. We can visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis, one of the best-preserved Roman sites of the world. For a long time, Volubilis was the principal Roman administration center in North Africa outside of Egypt. Toward the end of the afternoon, we arrive in Fes, where we still have time to see the city in its splendor, bathed in the soft light of the afternoon and we will take a short panoramic tour of the city. For dinner, we recommend the Clock Café which has a very original and diverse menu with original dishes such as a camel burger, among other Moroccan specialties that are not easily accessible. This café also has interesting cultural exhibitions: you can hear an ancient Moroccan tell stories and talk about the Morocco of old, enjoy a cinema night, or have a workshop on Arabic calligraphy, among others. Night at the Riad.

Day 4: Fes sightseeing.

We will spend the morning and part of the afternoon visiting the medina de Fes with a local guide, described by Paul Bowles as “an enchanted labyrinth protected from time”. The local guide is thoroughly familiar with this city, so that you can discover it thoroughly: its corners, traditions, stories and history. The labyrinth-like medina de Fes has more than 9000 streets, which create a magical environment between light and shadow. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Fes was once the capital of Morocco, and it has Fatimid, Andalusian, Arabic and Jewish influences. The city reached its peak in the 13th century, and it became the center of knowledge, with one of the world’s oldest universities. You will be able to visit the most important palaces, the Jewish quarters, the Madrassa (old school and university from the 13th century) and a Quranic school. Furthermore, you will visit shops with authentic handicrafts from Fes and its leatherwork, where ancient methods are still used. Return to the Riad.

Day 5: Fes - Azrou - Merzouga.

We will leave in the morning to visit the magical cedar forests of Azrou and Ifran, where you will be dazzled by its spectacular natural elements. The atmosphere is calm, clear and rich in nature’s scents.On our journey, we will have a break in Midelt, a small town between the High and the Middle Atlas, an exceptional location to watch the exuberant mountain landscape. During our journey, you may see some monkeys and other typical animals in the Cedar forest. After arriving in Merzouga, you can enjoy traditional Moroccan tea as a welcome sign of affection. After that it’s time to ride a camel through the desert for about an hour to get to the camp. After that you can have an unforgettable dinner outdoors, in the desert, under a beautiful nomad tent where, in ancient times, weddings were celebrated and where the wedding dinner occurred. After dinner, there will be live traditional music and dancing around fire. Night at the luxurious desert camp.

Day 6: Desert tour.

Today is dedicated to discover the oriental Sahara desert. We will drive through the desert on a 4×4, visiting the nomads at Erg Chebbi. We will also go to the village of the dark-skinned people named “Khamlia” and enjoy the original music and folk songs of the Gnawas and visit Rissani, the last major city of about 40km west of Erg Chebbi. Rissani itself is very interesting old town. From 8 to 14 century it was a separate kingdom, known as Sijilmassa, prosperous of the caravan routes and visit market - souk, the interesting thing about this Souk is not a tourist souk, but for the people living there. 3 times a week is the market with sheep, goats and donkeys. At lunch time you will have Berber Pizza with Bedda Morocco Tours family. From there back to Merzouga Village stay overnight in A hotel overlooking the Erg chebbi sand dunes.

Day 7: Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Ouarzazate.

After unforgettable night in the desert getting to know its culture, traditions and nature, you will leave for something completely different: the rocky landscape of the Gorges, the high Atlas and the green beauty of the Dadès Valley. Explore the Todra Gorge, which is one of the most spectacular canyons in the world, with towering rock cliffs that reach 300 meters high, each separated only by 10 to 15 meters, which extend through several kilometers.Finally you will reach the palm grove of Ouarzazate, one of the rare palm trees in Morocco. The whispers of palm trees are powered by the sound of the breeze, the crickets, frogs, birds and the course of the water, the element of nature that creates the life of this little paradise. Overnight stay in a Ksar/hotel.

Day 8: Ouarzazate – AitBenhaddou – Marrakech.

Ouarzazate and AitBenhaddou, which are two locations of great historical and cultural importance in the Atlas mountains. You will feel as if you have travelled in time to see the landscape and lives of those who dedicated themselves to trade.AitBenhaddou is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is the most important ksar in the “Route of the One Thousand Kasbahs”, a route of small fortifications that allowed the trade caravans to travel between the Sahara Desert and the city of Marrakesh. It is still inhabited and used as a setting for movies and TV shows such as “Gladiator” and “Game of Thrones” to add authenticity. Follow the calm and clear high Atlas by the Tizin’Tichka pass, going higher than 2000m, where the rocky hills remind you of an old western movie. Arrive finally at the marvelous city of Marrakech. Night at the Riad.

Day 9: Marrakech sightseeing.

Visit Marrakesh, the red city of Morocco and the cosmopolitan center of the country. The surprising architecture, the intense sent of spices, the colorful and exotic atmosphere, and the small corners and secrets in its history make this city the most desired and visited city in Morocco. During the day, you will be accompanied by a local guide exclusively dedicated to the city of Marrakech so you can enjoy the best the city has to offer. The attractions that you will explore are multiple: the Bahia Palace (opulent building from the 19th century), the Ben Youssef Medersa (old Quoranicschool), Majorelle’s gardens and Saadian Tombs, and so many more. Commerce is chaotic in Marrakech and it is the city main activity. At night, dine at the Jemaa el Fna Square, a market under open sky, where the mixture of scents, songs and shows are engaging and where the most traditional and typical food can be tasted at Moroccan prices. At the end of your day, return to the Riad.

Day 10: Transfer to Casablanca Airport.

On the very last day we drive you to the international airport of Casablanca to catch your flight back home.

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