9 day from Casablanca
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca – Transfer to Rabat
Upon your arrival in Casablanca, our local driver guide will greet you outside gate 2 of the airport. From there, you’ll be driven north to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where you’ll check in to your hotel for the night.
Accommodation: Rabat.
Day 2: Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez
Following breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Rabat, delving into its rich history. Highlights include visits to Chellah and Kasbah Ouddaya, with free time to explore the souks and bazaars of the old medina. Enjoy Moroccan tea at “Café Maure” by the Bouregrag River, sampling local treats like “Kaab Ghazal” and “Ghariba”. Continuing to Fez, stop by Volubilis and Meknes en route, exploring the ancient Roman ruins and the imperial city’s landmarks.
Insight: “Kaab Ghazal” translates to “hoof of the deer” in Arabic, representing Moroccan hospitality.
Accommodation: Fez.
Meals: Breakfast, Tea break.
Local Experience: Café Maure overlooking the Abouregrag River.
Day 3: Fez Exploration
After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Fez, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its ancient Medina and the world’s oldest university. Explore key sites like Bou-Inania and Attarin Medersa, the tanners’ quarter, and more. Experience a pottery workshop for a complete Moroccan immersion, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Fez’s charms.
Insight: Every October, Fez hosts one of the largest Sufi festivals globally.
Accommodation: Fez.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Local Experience: Pottery workshops.
Day 4: Fez – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga
After breakfast, journey towards Erfoud via Ifrane and Midelt, with Erfoud serving as the gateway to the Moroccan Sahara. Known for its archaeological significance, Erfoud boasts ancient fossils. Arrive in Merzouga for a thrilling 4-wheel drive adventure amidst sand dunes, culminating in a picturesque sunset.
Insight: Erfoud is famous for “Medfouna,” a Berber calzone filled with meat.
Accommodation: Merzouga.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Local Experience: Desert camp.
Day 5: Merzouga – Erfoud – Ouarzazate
Wake up early for a camel ride to witness the sunrise over the dunes. Travel to Ouarzazate with stops at the Todra Gorge and Skoura oasis, known for its lush greenery amidst the desert backdrop.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Accommodation: Ouarzazate.
Local Experience: Camel ride.
Day 6: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After breakfast, visit the Atlas Studios, renowned for iconic film productions. Traverse the Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass and explore Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arrive in Marrakech for leisure time or relaxation.
Accommodation: Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 7: Marrakech Tour
Discover Marrakech’s treasures with a guided tour, visiting Majorelle Garden, Menara, Koutoubia Mosque, and more. Enjoy lunch at a local eatery and conclude with a horse carriage tour of Jamaa El Fnaa.
Insight: Marrakech is referred to as “the land of the seven men” for its religious significance.
Accommodation: Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Local Experience: Horse Carriage Tour.
Day 8: Free Day in Marrakech
Enjoy a free day to explore Marrakech at your own pace, creating unforgettable memories.
Accommodation: Marrakech.
Meals: Breakfast.
Day 9: Marrakech – Casablanca Departure
After breakfast, enjoy some leisure time before transferring to Casablanca for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast.