Discover Imperial Cities, Blue Medinas & Desert Wonders
Experience the magic of Morocco — from bustling Casablanca to the serene Sahara, through historic cities and breathtaking landscapes.
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey across Morocco’s rich tapestry of culture, history, and nature. Explore cosmopolitan Casablanca, the imperial cities of Rabat, Fez, and Marrakech, and venture into the enchanting blue city of Chefchaouen. Cross the majestic Atlas Mountains and discover ancient kasbahs, lush palm groves, and the vast Sahara Desert, spending a night under the stars in desert tents. This tour perfectly blends city sightseeing, cultural immersion, and natural beauty.
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Destination
Day 1: Casablanca
- Arrival at Mohammed V airport; greeted by ATLAS VOYAGES staff
- Transfer to hotel, tour briefing en route
- Check-in, dinner and overnight
Day 2:Casablanca – Rabat – Tangier
- Breakfast
- Visit Casablanca’s residential Anfa district, United Nations Square, Habous district
- External visit to Hassan II Mosque on the corniche
- Optional lunch (FB basis)
- Transfer to Rabat; visit Mohamed V Mausoleum, Hassan Tower, Kasbah of Oudayas (UNESCO World Heritage)
- Transfer to train station for TGV Al Bouraq experience to Tangier
- Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 3: Tangier – Chefchaouen – Fez
- Breakfast
- Panoramic tour of Tangier and visit to Cape Spartel lighthouse (Atlantic & Mediterranean convergence)
- Drive to Chefchaouen, the famous Blue Pearl city; free time and walking tour in the medina
- Continuation to Fez
- Dinner and overnight
Day 4: Fez
- Full-day sightseeing: medieval Medina, Bou Anania Medersa, Nejjarine Fountain, Foundouq Nejjarine Museum of Wood Arts, Moulay Idriss mausoleum, outside Karaouine Mosque
- Optional Moroccan lunch in Medina (FB basis)
- Afternoon visit to Royal Palace esplanade and Fez Jdid
- Dinner and overnight
Day 5: Fez – Beni Mellal – Marrakech
- Departure to Marrakech via Berber village Immouzer Kandar and Ifrane
- Alternate winter route via Meknes, Adaroch, Mrirert, Khenifra (if needed)
- Optional lunch and relaxation in Beni Mellal, an agricultural center (FB basis)
- Dinner and overnight in Marrakech
Day 6: Marrakech
- Visit Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Minaret, Menara Gardens
- Optional lunch in a local Medina restaurant (FB basis)
- Afternoon at Majorelle Garden and Jamaa El Fna Square with souks and handicraft quarters
- Dinner and overnight
Day 7: Marrakech
- Free day at leisure for optional excursions or shopping
- Lunch not included (FB supplement)
- Dinner and overnight
Day 8:Marrakech – Kasbah Telouet – Kasbah Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate
- Early breakfast and departure via Tizi-n-Tichka Pass (2260m) with scenic views
- Visit Kasbah Telouet on historic caravan route
- Free time for lunch
- Visit UNESCO site Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, one of the best-preserved ksars
- Panoramic visit of Ouarzazate including Kasbah Taourirt
- Dinner and overnight
Day 9:Ouarzazate – Zagora
- Breakfast and departure to Taznakht, famous for Berber carpets
- Continue to Agdz and then Zagora through palm groves and kasbah ruins
- Free lunch on the way
- Dinner and overnight under desert tents in Tizi desert (12 km from Zagora)
Day 10:Zagora – Marrakech
- Breakfast
- Return to Ouarzazate via Anti Atlas Mountains
- Lunch in Ouarzazate
- Drive to Marrakech via Tizi-n-Tichka Pass
- Dinner and overnight
Day 11:Marrakech – Departure
- Transfer to Marrakech airport
- Assistance with departure formalities