16 days tour from Casablanca

Overview

Prepare for an extraordinary journey through the heart of Morocco on our 16-day luxury tour from Casablanca to Marrakech. This meticulously crafted adventure is a harmonious blend of opulence, culture, and natural beauty. Begin your voyage in Casablanca, Morocco's cosmopolitan gem, where you'll be enveloped in luxury accommodations and modern sophistication. Then, venture into the ancient city of Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you'll wander through its labyrinthine medina and discover its rich cultural heritage. Next, your journey will take you to the enchanting Sahara Desert in Merzouga, where you'll experience the magic of the dunes, including a camel ride and a night under the starlit desert sky. Explore the dramatic Dades and Todra gorges, with optional trekking for those seeking adventure, before visiting the iconic Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-listed fortified village, and the film studios in Ouarzazate. Finally, conclude your tour in Marrakech, where you'll immerse yourself in the city's historic medina, bustling souks, and iconic landmarks. This 16-day luxury tour promises an extraordinary exploration of Morocco's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage, with every moment designed to elevate your travel experience to new heights.

What is included ?

- Transport in 4×4 car with Air condition - Private driver/English speaking guide - Dinner and breakfast - Camel ride through the desert - Luxury Desert Camp - 1 traditional meal - A Berber Pizza in Sahara - Visit the berber villages - Sahara desert experience - Camel trek - Taste the gastronomy of Food in the desert - Bottles of Water every day - 1 sim card - Horse Carriage Tour in Marrakech - Show and Fantasia in - 2 tickets of historical monuments in Fes - 2 tickets of historical monuments in - Marrakech - 1 food tour in Marrakech or Fes

What is NOT included ?

- Airline tickets - Noon meals - Drinks at meals - Entrance fees

About the Price

The price depends of the number of the travelers, please contact us using the form or you can use directly our e-mail: contact@saharaluxurytours.com and dont forget to tell us about: - The number of persons & the exact dates of the tour. - Our experts will get back to you as soon as possible with more details & informations

DAY 1 : CASABLANCA – RABAT

Meeting you in the airport of Casablanca, you will start Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech. Having a short tour to the highlights of the city. First, you will visit the 3rd largest Mosque in the world, Hassan II, overlooking the seafront. After that, we will leave Casablanca to Rabat. In the first place, Rabat is the kingdom capital of Morocco, and you will visit Hassan tower, which is an unfinished mosque that is surrounded by beautiful pillars. On the other side of the tower, you will find the mausoleum of Mohhamed V. Then, you will visit Oudaya Kasbah, a beautiful medieval fortified dwelling. Finally, your driver will drive you to your accommodation in Rabat.

DAY 2 : RABAT – ASSILAH – CHEFCHAOUEN

In the next morning, we will travel to Chefchaouen via Assilah city. This drive is going to be by the coast. First, we will stop in Assilah to explore it. The city is famous for the annual festival, and its Medina walls painted by famous artists . In the first place, you will visit the Skalla fortress, the wonderful place where to experience the view of the ocean and Medina. Depends on the time we have, we might visit Tangier. Afterwards, we will continue our Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech, to Chefchaouen through the foothills of Rif Mountains. Finally, we will arrive to Chefchaouen, for an overnight in a traditional riad. The nickname of the red city refers to the red color of a large part of its buildings and its houses. The city was founded in 1071 by Youssef Ibn Tachfin, at the head of the Berber empire of the Almoravids. In the past, Morocco was known in the East under the name of Marrakech (name still relevant in Iran); The name Morocco comes from the deformation of the Portuguese pronunciation of Marrakech: Marrocos. On the afternoon we will have free program. We spend the night in traditional riad in the medina.

DAY 3 : EXPLORING CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast, we will explore Chefchaouen. The city is located between two high mountains, and it is easy to explore. Chefchaouen was colonized by Spain, that’s why you will find lots of Spanish influence. Furthermore, its Medina’s blue white washed walls and doors are made by the Jewish refugees since a long time ago. In the afternoon, free time to explore the city by yourself, this means, you will not have a guided tour, the city is a small one, so you will not find any difficulties in exploring it. Finally, another night will be spent in Chefchaouen.

DAY 4 : CHEFCHAOUEN – VOLUBILIS – MEKNES – FES

In the next morning, we will travel to Fes, passing by Ouazzan. Your first stop will be in Volubilis ﹙UNESCO World Heritage Site﹚, you will glimpse the most wonderful Mosaic pillars and walls developed in the 3rd century BC. After an escorted tour with your local guide to learn more about the history of the roman empire, we will head to Meknes. In Meknes, which is another imperial city of Morocco, and the Ismaili metropolis in Morocco, You will visit in meknes the magnificent Bab Mansour gate, and Sahrij Souani granary which is used for plantation and irrigation. Also, you will visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Finally, we will go to fes, where your driver will drop you to your riad in Fes, where you will spend the night.

DAY 5 : EXPLORING FES

After breakfast, we will explore the spiritual city, Fes on this Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech. Start your historical and cultural tour by exploring the Ancient Medina, as you will get lost in its labyrinthine alleys. Visit the famous University of Al-Quarraouine, which is the oldest school in the world. there is also Bouanania Madrassa, which plays a significant role in teaching the quran. During your discovery tour you will explore the magnificent chaouara tannery, and Nejjarine fountain. In addition to the local souks and the artisans area. After lunch, you will have a walk outside the Old Medina to visit the seven Royal Palace gates, and Mellah “The Jewish Quarter”. Finally, we will go to the fortress upon the hill to see the panoramic view of the Medina. In the late afternoon, we will drive back to the accommodation to spend the night.

DAY 6 : FES – AZROU – MIDLET – ZIZ VALLEY – MERZOUGA

In the morning, we will leave Fes to Merzouga. In the first place, you will pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains, discovering its berber villages. Your first stop will be in Ifrane, the charming ski resort in Morocco, referred to as “The Little Switzerland”. Next, we will across the magnificent cedar forest, to see the macaque monkeys species leaping upon the trees. Moving forward to the south, we will stop at Midelt to have lunch. Then, we will continue to the dramatic Ziz Valley, and Tafilalet date palm orchard, for an opportunity to glimpse the beautiful panoramic views of the landscapes, and take some incredible pictures. Passing through Errachidia, Erfoud and Rissani, we will finally arrive to Merzouga village, In the late afternoon,where you will be welcomed with a glass of mint tea, and checking your accommodation.

DAY 7 : MERZOUGA AREA AND THE CAMEL TREK

The next day, you will start your journey by visiting Khamlia village, its people are originated from Sudan. In the first place, you will discover their way of life, and their unique Gnawa music. Then, we will go to the desert, in which you will discover the traditional way of life in the desert. People who live in nomadic berber tents, furthermore, you will enjoy with them a special berber pizza meal called Medfouna. Later, you will visit Rissani, a fortified place surrounded by 360 castles. They also have a traditional open market for selling clothes, vegetables and spices, if you like we can help you to buy some of the products, so as, to save them as souvenirs. In the afternoon, we will drive back to Merzouga, we will ride our camels for an 1h to the heart of the desert, reaching the high dunes to watch the spectacular sunset. Finally, we will ride back the camels with our experienced camel man. Dinner will be in berber tents in the desert, in addition you will spend the night there under the magical sky.

DAY 8 : MERZOUGA – TODRA GORGES – DADES GORGES

Wake up in the early morning to watch the exquisite sunrise over the high dunes, then, trek back to Merzouga appreciating the views of the sandy Erg Chebbi dunes . Upon arrival to merzouga, you will take a shower and breakfast in the riad. After that, we will drive to Tinghir and explore Todra gorges, which are the narrowest and the highest gorges in Morocco. In the first place, you will hike in the valley, while discovering the narrow canyons, plus lunch will be there. Then continue Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech, we will go to the Dades valley, craved out the cliff, and named as “monkey toes”. During the ride you will pass by the amazing castle sands, where you can stop and picture them. Overnight will be in the Dades Gorges, in a wonderful riad overlooks the gorges.

DAY 9 : DADES GORGE –NOMAD CAVES – ROSE VALLEY – OUARZAZATE :

In the next day, after breakfast we will leave the Dades gorges and depart to Kalaat M’gouna. This particularly way to the rose valley is named the path of thousand Kasbahs, giving the best opportunities for photography shots. Then, we will arrive to the rose valley through the birds valley and Skoura, which is only place in Morocco that extract the natural rose water, which is used in cosmetics and Anti-wrinkle. After that, we will explore Ameridil kasbah a preserved one, then, we will hike and have lunch in the valley. The view of the valley is really beautiful, you will enjoy in this place. Today we will meet nomadic families who live in caves, for an opportunity to explore their life. Finally, you will continue Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech, to Ouarzazate known as the Moroccan Hollywood. Your overnight will be in a beautiful traditional riad in Ouarzazate.

DAY 10 : OUARZAZATE – AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH – IMLIL

After breakfast, we will head to Imlil via the spectacular Tizi Ntichka Pass. First, we will visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, which is Accredited as the UNESCO patrimony since 1987, and the backdrop for Hollywood movies like﹕ ‘Gladiator’ and ‘Lawrence of Arabia’… Afterward, you will continue your Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech, through the magnificent Tizi n’tichka, arriving at Asni and Imlil in the middle of the high Atlas mountains. from here magic happens, you will see dramatic views through Moulay Brahim gorges and Imlil village. Your night will be in this strong culture village, in an original riad.

DAY 11: HIKING IN THE ATLAS MOUNTAIN AND EXPLORING IMLIL VILLAGE :

ln this exceptional day of Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech. You will hike for a couple of hours, while experiencing the authentic berber culture. From the village, you will have the beautiful scenic views of Toubkal mountains, which are the highest ones in north Africa. Finally, after your enjoyable day, you will pass the night in the same riad.

DAY 12: IMLIL – ESSAOUIRA

Today on this Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech, we will travel to Essaouira. Situated in the West Atlantic ocean of Africa. Upon arrival to Essaouira, you will discover why travelers come here to this charming city in order to enjoy its special weather and experience the diversity and richness of its unique history. Our trip will be through the lush valleys of orange groves, and olive trees. Our first stop will be in Chichaoua, we will take a break to eat or drink something. Then, we will continue our trip, on road you will glimpse the special argan trees which are important for their cosmetic and nutritive medicinal properties. The trees now are under the safeguard of UNESCO. Finally, you will arrive to Essaouira, you will wander in its ancient streets which are genuinely Portuguese. Your overnight will be in an authentic riad.

DAY 13 : EXPLORING ESSAOUIRA

After having breakfast in the riad, we will have a tour in Essaouira. First, we will visit Skala Fortress overlooking the seaport. In addition, to Thuya wood which is carved by artisans, the port, and souks. We will also stroll in the alleys of the ancient Medina and glimpse hundreds of hand-made crafts. Essaouira is named the wind city because of the intense winds that strikes most of the year, and make the city the main attraction of surfers. Essaaouira passed by many cicilization, especially, the portuguese which influences most of the architecture. Furthermore, Essaouira is also known as “the Jewel of Atlantis” because of the blue color that covers its doors and walls. Our visit also incudes, the Jewish headquarter (Mellah), and the shore. Essaouira celebrates a yearly festival of Gnawa music, in which many of musical collections come from various parts of Africa. Ordinarily, it starts june, thus if your journey coincides with this date, you will definitely attend this festival. Today, your lunch will be a special one with grilled fish. In the afternoon, your time is free to explore the city by yourself. Overnight will be in the riad that you spent the night the day before.

DAY 14: ESSAOUIRA – MARRAKECH

After breakfast, we will travel to Marrakech. On road, you will have the chance to visit the co-operative women who make the special Argan oil, which has a medical, culinary and cosmetic properties. while continuing our way, we’ll make many stops to take some pictures. Then, we will continue to Marrakech, where your driver will transfer you to your riad. After dinner, you will have a walk in the bright square of Jemaa El Fna, entertaining yourself with snake charmers, musicians, and magicians. Finally, you will be dropped off to your riad.

DAY 15 : EXPLORING MARRAKECH

This day you will discover Marrakech, one of the imperial cities in Morocco. You will explore the most unavoidable visits, including Jamaa El Fna, the Coranic School of Ben Youssef, and Koutoubia Mosque. In addition to the Saadian tombs, where you will find the tomb of the Sultan Ahmed al-Mansour ﹙the ruler of Marrakech﹚. Then, you will discover the grandeur Bahia palace, with the intricate and fancy decoration, it will fascinate you more when you will hear the stories about the Sultan and his concubines. After lunch, we will visit the french botanical orchard, The Majorelle Garden, a beautiful garden of all the exotic plants, Majorelle garden is a great place to relax. We will also visit Marrakech’s new city for a short while. Finally, your overnight will be in the riad.

DAY 16: MARRAKECH – AIRPORT TRANSFER

This day of Casablanca Desert Tours via Marrakech, depends on your flight time. Your driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech and transfer you to the airport.

What can I expect while touring Morocco?

Travelling in a foreign culture and developing country such as Morocco can be a delightfully rewarding and challenging experience.

Is it easy to get around without a guide?

We recommend hiring a human guide for a few hours to allow yourself to become comfortable with the culture.

Do your guides and drivers speak English, French or Spanish?

Guides know many languages as well as Berber and Arabic, including French, Spanish, and English and often some German, Japanese, Italian and Dutch as well. Our drivers know English, Spanish and French.

What kind of vehicles do you use?

We use 4×4 vehicles, Toyota Land Cruisers or similar for our private tours. SUV 4×4’s have lots of room and they seat 4 and 5 average sized people quite comfortably.

What clothing is appropriate in Morocco?

You can relax and wear whatever is familiar and comfortable on the street at home. Morocco is very tolerant and welcoming to visitors, you’re not expected to act or look like a Moroccan.

An amazing memorable trip to Morrocco. Need no other word to review/comment for this trip. Only one word, awesome is good enough to spell out everything.

Harold Brown

We used him for our business to take guest on excursions and provide transportation. We have found him very punctual, all the drivers are very friendly and the organization is extremely professional. Highly recommended.

Ngawang Lobsang

Australia

Went on a 4 day tour with Sahara luxury tours from Marrakesh to the Desert. He was super helpful, answering all of our questions and pointing out cool things to look at/do! The hotels he booked were lovely, and the highlight of the trip was camping out in the Desert under the stars.