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Overview: 10 Days Imperial Cities & Desert Luxury Tour from Casablanca

With this nearly all-inclusive round-trip, we extend an invitation to visit Morocco’s most fascinating areas and attractions. This ten-day tour provides you with an unparalleled and genuine understanding of Morocco’s history, culture, and way of life, both in the past and in the present.Along with the blue town of Chefchaouen, the largest and most significant mosques, the unparalleled red dunes of Erg Chebbi, oases, medersa (Quranic schools), vibrant souks, and colorful gardens, you will also visit the four imperial cities of Rabat, Meknes, Fes, and Marrakech.You will experience firsthand the way of life of the Berber peoples and see the wide variety of traditional handicrafts made in the nation. You will travel in the companionship of art and history at every turn.

Highlights : 10 Days Imperial Cities & Desert Luxury Tour from Casablanca

Explore the grandeur of the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, the largest functioning mosque in Africa.
Visit the historical landmarks of Rabat, including the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the vibrant medina.
Wander through the expansive UNESCO World Heritage Site of Volubilis, marveling at the Roman ruins.
Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Fes, exploring winding souks, traditional tanneries, Quranic schools, and breathtaking mosques.
Enjoy a camel ride, guided by a skilled camelman, to your luxurious camp in Erg Chebbi and witness a mesmerizing sunset.
Gain insights into the traditional architecture of Kasbahs Ait Ben Haddou, Telouet, and Amredhil.
Discover the enchanting city of Marrakech with its bustling souks, lush gardens, captivating madrassahs, stunning palaces, and the lively Djema’a el Fna square.

Day 1: Casablanca- Rabat

Begin your journey with airport pickup in Casablanca and travel in comfort through the picturesque Moroccan countryside to the city in an air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival in the city center, immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Hassan II Mosque, a remarkable architectural feat inaugurated in 1993 to celebrate the 60th birthday of King Hassan II. This mosque is the second largest religious structure in Africa and boasts the second tallest minaret in the world. After the visit to the mosque, you will drive to the capital, Rabat, and explore the historic Chellah, a 14th century necropolis with Roman foundations. Overnight in a charming riad.

Day 2: Rabat to Chefchaouen

After a delicious breakfast at the riad, visit Rabat’s Hassan Tower and Mohammed V’s mausoleum. Then embark on a scenic drive through Ouazzane to Chefchaouen, known as the “blue city” of the Rif Mountains. Spend the afternoon strolling leisurely through dreamy streets, exploring charming alleyways and relaxing in Moroccan cafes. Overnight accommodation will be in a riad.

Day 3: Chefchaouen to Fez

Begin the day with a drive south to the ancient imperial city of Fez in the Middle Atlas Mountains. Explore with a guide Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which will allow you to see the ruins of the ancient capital of the province of Mauretania Tingitana. The journey continues to Moulay Idris, a hillside holy city, and finally to Fez, where you will dine and spend the night in a riad.

Day 4: Guided Tour of Fes

Embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of Fez, visiting Al-Kairaouine University, recognized as the oldest functioning university in the world. Explore the historic core, the Fes el-Bali Medina, with its narrow alleys and landmarks such as the Medersa Bou Inania and the Kairaouine Mosque. In the afternoon, get to know Fes El-Jdid and visit the Museum of Moroccan Art. Overnight at your riad.

Day 5: From Fez to Merzouga

Travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through picturesque villages such as Ifrane and Azrou. Continue through the Drâa-Tafilalet region, enjoying unique landscapes, palm oases and ancient villages. Arrive in Merzouga, known as the “gateway to the Sahara”, and enjoy a camel ride to your luxury camp for the night, with a traditional nomad tent and a musical evening.

Day 6: From Merzouga to the Dades Gorges

Wake up early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. After breakfast, visit Tinghir and the Toudgha Gorges, known for their fascinating landscapes. Explore the qanats, a system of subway canals, and continue to the Dades Valley, often referred to as the “Grand Canyon” of Morocco. Overnight in a hotel.

Day 7: Dades Gorges to Ouarzazate

After breakfast, take a short walk through the whimsical landscape of the Dades Gorges before driving along the Boutaghar track. Visit Berber nomads living in rocky caves and continue through the “Valley of the Roses” to Skoura. Explore Kasbah Amredhil and drive to Ouarzazate, where you will spend the night in a riad.

Day 8: Ouarzazate to Marrakech

Visit the Kasbah Aït ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and continue through the Ounila valley to Telouet. Cross the Tizi-n-Tichka pass and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.

Day 9: Marrakech Guided Tour

Your day in Marrakech is a half-day immersion into the captivating Red City. Meet your private local guide in the morning at your Riad to discuss the day’s possibilities. Dive into the bustling souks, vibrant markets, and consider visiting the Photography Museum or Majorelle Gardens.

Day 10: Marrakech to Casablanca

Conclude your unforgettable journey with a transfer from your riad to Casablanca airport for your departure, having experienced the charms and breathtaking scenery of Casablanca, the Sahara Desert, Chefchaouen and the Imperial Cities.