9 Days Tour from Casablanca
- 9 Days
- Casablanca
- Comfortable Vehicle
- + 1 People
9-Day Tour from Casablanca Overview
Join us in our 9-day tour of Casablanca in quest for knowledge. Moroccan Imperial Cities by strolling through the narrow streets of Meknes & Fes and Marrakech and enjoying the colorful souks and markets, experiencing Moroccan culture and traditions and visiting the most attractive imperial cities, During the tour, you will visit the desert and Sahara dunes, ride camels, visit world heritage Kasbahs, and enjoy Moroccan warmth and delicious Moroccan cuisine.
Note: At Explore Morocco Holidays, if the tours we offer do not fit your requirements, please contact us, and we will adapt a tour to your unique needs.
9-Day Tour from Casablanca Highlights
- The Hassan ll Mosque in Casablanca.
- Explore Rabat.
- Blue city Chefchaouen
- Explore Volubilis.
- Explore Fes.
- Meet Barbary Apes in Azrou Cedar Forest.
- Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Experience the Merzouga Desert.
- Sunset over the sand dunes.
- Sand-boarding activity.
- Dinner and party around campfire (berber drums).
- Overnight at Merzouga Desert Camp.
- Explore Merzouga & the Nomad family.
- Atlas Studio & Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate.
- The UNESCO world heritage of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah.
- Explore Marrakech.
Includes
- Private tour in a vehicle with air conditioning / 4×4 Toyota Prado
- Driver / English Spanish Italian speak
- Guide local in Fes and Marrakech
- Nights on half board in hotels (room+dinner+breakfast)
- Nights in a luxury camp (dinner+breakfast)
- Camel trek in the desert
- Sand Boarding activity
- Special dinner and party around the campfire (Berber Drums)
- Pick up from airport & transfer
Not Included
- Lunches.
- Drinks.
- flight
9-Day Tour from Casablanca Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca, Chefchaouen
Upon your arrival at Casablanca’s airport, your guide driver will meet you, commencing your “9 Days Casablanca Imperial Cities” journey. You’ll head towards the city center to explore the Hassan II Mosque, Morocco’s largest, and enjoy the scenic “Cornish” coastline. Following this, we’ll drive to Chefchaouen, passing through the Rif Mountains and Wazzan. Your first night will be spent in the Blue city.
Day 2: Chefchaouen, Meknes, Volubilis, and Fes
Today’s itinerary includes a visit to Volubilis, where you’ll explore Roman ruins and delve into Moroccan history at this archaeological site. Afterward, we’ll journey to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, and its Medina, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, we’ll pause for lunch and wander through the old medina’s imposing walls, Bab El Mansour, and pay homage to Moulay Ismail’s shrine. Following this, we’ll travel directly to Fes, where you’ll spend the night.
Day 3: Fes City Tour
Your day kicks off with a guided tour of Fes. Highlights include visits to the Royal Palace Gate, the Jewish district, the first-ever Mellah erected in Morocco, Al Qarawiyyin University (the world’s oldest university), the Tanneries, the Attarine museum, and Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you’ll explore a tiles cooperative and take in a panoramic view of Fes’ Medina from a tower. Your accommodation for the night will be in the same riad in Fes.
Day 4: Fes, Ifrane, Midelt, Ziz valley, and Merzouga
At 8:00 a.m., we’ll collect you from your riad/hotel and journey across the Middle Atlas Mountains to Ifrane, renowned as Morocco’s Switzerland town. Following this, we’ll venture to Africa’s largest Cedar Forest to observe the Barbarian Apes (monkeys). The route to Midelt via the Tizi N Talghamt pass will offer stunning views of the Middle-Atlas Mountains and changing landscapes. After lunch, we’ll continue our journey to Merzouga via the Ziz Valley. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy a refreshing mint tea before embarking on a camel ride over the sand dunes to witness a mesmerizing sunset. The night will be spent at the camp, where dinner will be served under the stars.
Day 5: Erg Chebbi Desert Tour
You’ll wake up to catch the sunrise from a nearby dune, followed by breakfast and a shower at the camp. Afterward, you’ll ride camels back to the hotel before beginning your tour. You’ll visit an oasis, nourished by an underground irrigation system, before heading to Rissani to explore the largest local market in Morocco’s southeast (if it’s a day market). Later in your adventure, you’ll visit nomads, enjoy tea with them, and head to the Gnawa people in Khamlia village for a special meal of Berber Pizza while listening to their Gnaoua Music. You’ll return to the hotel in the evening for free time.
Day 6: Merzouga, Todra Gorges, and Dades Valley
In the morning, we’ll travel to Erfoud, renowned as the fossil capital of the world, where you’ll encounter a variety of fossils and minerals discovered in the area, including ammonites, trilobites, and starfish, among others. Following this, we’ll continue our journey to Tinghir, formerly the Jewish capital of Morocco, where we’ll take in panoramic views of the Todra Valley before proceeding to Todra Gorge. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to stroll between 300-meter-high cliffs. Afterward, we’ll head to Dades Valley.
Day 7: Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech
After breakfast, we’ll journey along the “route of a thousand kasbahs” to Kelaat M’gouna and Ouarzazate. Our first stop will be at Rose’s hometown of Kelaat Mgouna, where an annual festival takes place every May. Following this, we’ll proceed to Ouarzazate, often referred to as the “Hollywood of Africa,” where numerous major films like Gladiator, The Mummy, and Kingdom of Heaven were shot, particularly in Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s largest and most famous Kasbah village. After exploring this site, we’ll traverse the High Atlas Mountains, Africa’s highest mountains at 2260 meters, with stops to observe Berber settlements and varied scenery. Finally, we’ll continue to Marrakech and spend the night in a riad.
Day 8: Marrakech City Tour
A full-day guided tour begins at 9:00 a.m., with most of the day dedicated to exploring Medina, the old portion of the city (Red City). You’ll visit historical sites near Jemaa el Fna Square, including El Koutoubia, the Saidian Tombs, Menara, and Majorelle Garden, during this sightseeing tour.
DAY 9: Marrakech Airport
We will transfer you to Marrakech airport in time for your flight, concluding our 9-day tour in Morocco.
9-Day Tour from Casablanca Map
⇒ Destination Overview
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Destination Overview of 9-Day Tour from Casablanca
Casablanca:
Casablanca’s narrative begins centuries ago when it was a small Amazigh (Berber) settlement known as Anfa. However, it gained prominence in the 12th century, attracting the attention of the Portuguese, who destroyed it in 1468 due to its use as a pirate base. Later, in 1515, the Portuguese returned and established Casa Branca (“White House”), which eventually evolved into the city of Casablanca.
Throughout the centuries, Casablanca changed hands among various rulers, including the Portuguese, Spanish, and Moroccan authorities. Its strategic location and economic potential became evident during the French colonial period, leading to significant modernization efforts and infrastructure development. This transformation propelled Casablanca into becoming Morocco’s largest urban center and a vital economic hub.
Following Morocco’s independence in 1956, Casablanca continued to thrive, experiencing rapid urbanization, industrialization, and cultural growth. It became a symbol of Morocco’s progress and modernity, attracting a diverse population and contributing to the country’s economic and cultural landscape.
Today, Casablanca stands as a bustling metropolis, blending its rich history with modernity. Its vibrant markets, cosmopolitan atmosphere, and iconic landmarks like the Hassan II Mosque reflect its resilience and adaptability over the centuries. As Morocco’s economic powerhouse, Casablanca continues to shape the nation’s identity and play a pivotal role in its journey towards the future.
Rabat:
Rabat, Morocco’s capital, finds its origins in the 12th century, when it was established by the Almohad dynasty. Initially a military outpost, it later flourished as a significant urban center under various rulers.
During the Almohad era, Rabat underwent notable expansion with the construction of fortifications, mosques, and palaces, benefiting from its strategic coastal position for trade and maritime activities.
After the decline of the Almohads, Rabat experienced a decline before reemerging in the 17th century as a refuge for Barbary pirates and corsairs, adding to its historical tapestry.
Under French colonial rule in the 19th century, Rabat underwent modernization efforts, witnessing the introduction of new infrastructure and urban planning, reflecting European influences.
Post-independence in 1956, Rabat became the political and administrative hub of Morocco, blending its rich history with contemporary development and serving as a cultural, educational, and governmental center.
Today, Rabat stands as a vibrant metropolis, boasting UNESCO-listed sites like its medina and landmarks such as the Kasbah of the Udayas and Hassan Tower, symbolizing its cultural heritage and modern aspirations.
Chefchaouen:
Founded in 1471 by Moulay Ali Ben Moussa, Chefchaouen initially served as a defensive outpost against Portuguese advances. After the Spanish Reconquista in 1492, it became home to Jewish people, Moriscos, and Ghomara tribes. Spain took control in 1920, incorporating it into Spanish Morocco.
Volubilis Roman ruins:
Volubilis, built on the site of a Carthaginian city in the third century B.C., flourished as a significant Roman city with an estimated population of 20,000 residents by the first century A.D.
Meknes:
Originally an Almoravid military post in the 11th century, Meknes rose to prominence under Sultan Moulay Ismail (1672–1727), the first ruler of the Alawite dynasty.
Fes:
Fes, one of Morocco’s ancient and culturally significant cities, boasts a rich history woven with diverse influences and remarkable achievements.
Early Foundations: Established in the 8th century by Idris I, the city quickly flourished into a bustling center of trade, scholarship, and spirituality.
Islamic Renaissance: Fes experienced a golden age during the Islamic Renaissance, becoming renowned for its prestigious mosques, schools, and libraries, attracting scholars from far and wide.
Medieval Grandeur: As the capital of the Marinid dynasty, Fes reached its pinnacle of splendor, earning the moniker “Athens of Africa” with its magnificent palaces, mosques, and fortifications.
Cultural Fusion: Fes’s identity is shaped by a rich tapestry of Arab, Berber, Jewish, and Andalusian influences, reflected in its architecture, cuisine, and customs.
Artisan Heritage: The city’s traditional craftsmanship, particularly in ceramics, leatherwork, and textiles, thrives in its vibrant souks, showcasing Fes’s enduring trade legacy.
Contemporary Blend: While embracing modernity with new developments, Fes’s heart remains in its ancient Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1981, preserving its architectural treasures and cultural heritage.
Fes continues to captivate visitors with its timeless allure, offering a glimpse into Morocco’s past while embracing the spirit of the present.
Ziz Valley:
Located south of Rich in the Middle Atlas, the Ziz Valley offers a rocky route south through the Tunnel du Zaabel, constructed by the French in 1928.
Merzouga:
According to legend, Merzouga was once a lush jungle before turning into a desert as divine punishment. Initially uninhabited, it later became a trade hub for caravans traveling to Timbuktu.
Rissani:
Rissani was the renowned capital of Sijilmassa, a desert city known for its lucrative slave and gold trades between the 14th and 18th centuries. It is also famous for producing high-quality leather.
Todra Gorge:
Situated close to Tinerhir in Morocco’s eastern High Atlas mountains, Todra Gorge features impressive limestone river canyons carved by the Todgha and nearby Dates rivers.
Ait Ben-Haddou:
Once home to over 98 families, Ait Ben-Haddou now has only five families living in Ksar. One of the families converted their home into a coffee shop, offering insights into the original occupants’ way of life.
Marrakech:
Founded in the middle of the 11th century by Ysuf ibn Tshufn of the Almoravid dynasty, Marrakech served as the dynasty’s capital until its capture by the Almohads in 1147. It later came under the control of the Marnids in 1269.
