10 days Morocco travel
- Casablanca
- 10 Days / 9 Nights
10 Day Morocco Travel Itinerary from Casablanca
Your Dream Morocco Vacation — From the Atlantic Coast to the Sahara Desert
Experience the best of Morocco travel with this 10-day journey starting from Casablanca. This immersive Morocco itinerary blends culture, desert adventure, and historic exploration across the country’s most iconic destinations. From imperial cities to the golden dunes of Merzouga, enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Morocco vacation.
Tour Highlights
Visit Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Africa
Explore Rabat, Morocco’s capital and a UNESCO city
Wander the blue streets of Chefchaouen
Discover Volubilis and Meknes, two imperial treasures
Lose yourself in Fez Medina, the world’s oldest living city
Ride camels across the Sahara Desert of Merzouga
Sleep under the stars in a luxury desert camp
Hike the Todra Gorges and enjoy the beauty of Dades Valley
Visit Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, Morocco’s Hollywood
Discover Marrakech — its souks, palaces, and gardens
Day 1 – Arrival in Casablanca
Pickup from Casablanca Airport (Mohammed V).
Visit the Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Africa, beautifully located on the Atlantic coast. Stroll the Corniche (Ain Diab), enjoy the ocean views, and discover modern Casablanca. Explore the old Medina for a taste of local life.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 2 – Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen
Morning drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital. Visit:
Hassan Tower & Mausoleum of Mohammed V Kasbah of the Oudayas overlooking the ocean Rabat Medina (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Afternoon transfer through the scenic Rif Mountains. Arrival in Chefchaouen (Blue City).
Free time to wander the blue-painted alleys, enjoy rooftop cafés, or shop for handicrafts.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 3 – Chefchaouen (Blue City Tour) Breakfast in your riad with a mountain view.
Explore Chefchaouen at your own pace or with a local guide. Highlights:
Outa el-Hammam Square (main square with cafés & Kasbah museum). Ras El Maa Waterfall, where locals gather.
Traditional weaving and handicraft shops.
Sunset hike to the Spanish Mosque for panoramic views.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 4 – Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fez
Morning departure towards Fez.
Stop at Volubilis Roman ruins (UNESCO site, 3rd century). Continue to Meknes:
Bab Mansour Gate
Royal Stables & Granaries Moulay Ismail Mausoleum
Evening arrival in Fez. Dinner in a traditional riad.
Overnight in Fez.
Day 5 – Full Day in Fez (Guided Tour)
Full-day guided exploration of Fez Medina, the world’s oldest university city. Visit:
Bou Inania Madrasa
University of Al-Qarawiyyin (oldest in the world) Nejjarine Fountain & Museum
Chouara Tanneries (famous leather dye pits) Mellah (Jewish Quarter) & Royal Palace gates
Lunch in a local restaurant inside the Medina.
Free evening to relax or enjoy a traditional hammam & spa.
Overnight in Fez.
Day 6 – Fez → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
Scenic drive across the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Stop in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”. Visit Azrou Cedar Forest, see Barbary macaque monkeys. Lunch in Midelt.
Continue via Ziz Valley palm oases.
Arrival in Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi dunes). Camel trek at sunset across the dunes.
Dinner with Berber music under the stars.
Overnight in a luxury desert camp.
Day 7 – Merzouga → Erfoud → Todra Gorges → Dades Valley
Wake up early for sunrise over Sahara dunes. Camel ride back to Merzouga village.
Stop in Erfoud (known for fossils).
Continue to Todra Gorges, a paradise for hikers with cliffs reaching 300m. Lunch in Todra Valley.
Drive through Berber villages & oases to Dades Valley.
Overnight in Dades valley
Day 8 – Dades Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech
Morning drive through Rose Valley (Kalaat Mgouna). Stop at Skoura Oasis (Kasbah Amridil).
Continue to Ouarzazate, visit Atlas Film Studios.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO site, filming location of Gladiator & Game of Thrones).
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass. Evening arrival in Marrakech.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 9 – Marrakech Full-Day City Tour Guided walking tour of Marrakech highlights:
Koutoubia Mosque & Gardens
Bahia Palace (19th century architecture) Saadian Tombs
El Badi Palace
Souks & artisan quarters (spices, carpets, metalwork)
Afternoon visit to Majorelle Gardens & Yves Saint Laurent Museum.
Evening at Jemaa el-Fna Square with street food, snake charmers, and music.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 10 – Departure (Marrakech or Casablanca Airport)
Depending on your flight, free time for last-minute shopping. Transfer to Casablanca Airport (3h drive) or Marrakech Airport. End of the 10 Days Morocco Tour from Casablanca.
Tour Includes
9 nights in carefully selected luxury and comfort hotels & riads Private English-speaking driver-guide 9 breakfasts and 3 dinners Local city guides in Fez, Marrakech & Chefchauen Airport pick-up and drop-off Camel ride in the Sahara Desert Buggy or quad experience in Merzouga dunes Sahara day trip with local guide-driver Bottled water and snacks during the tour Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees to all listed monuments and historical sites
Not Included
✘ Lunches and beverages not mentioned in the itinerary
✘ Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
✘ Travel insurance (highly recommended before your Morocco vacation)
✘ Optional activities not listed in the itinerary (e.g., spa, hot-air balloon)
✘ Personal expenses, such as souvenirs or laundry
Why Choose This 10-Day Morocco Itinerary
Covers Morocco’s top attractions — from the Atlantic Coast to the Sahara Desert
Perfect mix of history, adventure, and culture
Customizable options for couples, families, or solo travelers
Ideal for first-time visitors seeking a complete Morocco vacation experience