Sunset over the Sahara dunes near Merzouga

The Ultimate Morocco Experience

Fifteen private days through Morocco's most remarkable regions, from the Rif to the Sahara and the Atlantic coast.

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Duration
15 days
Route
Casablanca > Marrakech
Travel style
Private journey
Price
Price on request

Overview

The Ultimate Morocco Experience is our most complete journey. In fifteen days you see the imperial cities, the Rif Mountains, the Sahara, the valleys and kasbahs of the south, the High Atlas and the Atlantic port of Essaouira, all at a pace that leaves time to enjoy them.

As a private journey, every part can be adapted: add a cooking class, a hammam, a hot air balloon flight or extra nights by the sea.

Route: Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Volubilis, Meknes, Fes, Merzouga, Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech, Imlil, Essaouira

Highlights

  • Rabat, Chefchaouen and the imperial cities
  • Two nights in Fes
  • Two nights around Merzouga, one in a desert camp
  • The Todra and Dades gorges and Ait Ben Haddou
  • Marrakech and a day in the High Atlas
  • Two nights on the Atlantic coast in Essaouira

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1 Arrival in Casablanca

    Overnight: Casablanca

    Arrival and the Hassan II Mosque.

  2. Day 2 Casablanca, Rabat and Chefchaouen

    about 340 km, 6 h with stops Overnight: Chefchaouen

    Rabat's monuments, then north to Chefchaouen.

  3. Day 3 Chefchaouen

    Overnight: Chefchaouen

    A full day in the blue town and its surroundings.

  4. Day 4 Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis and Meknes

    about 260 km, 5 h with stops Overnight: Fes

    Roman Volubilis and imperial Meknes.

  5. Day 5 Fes

    Overnight: Fes

    Guided day in the medina.

  6. Day 6 Fes to Merzouga

    about 470 km, 8 h with stops Overnight: Hotel near the dunes

    The Middle Atlas and the Ziz Valley.

  7. Day 7 Merzouga

    Overnight: Desert camp

    Khamlia and the dunes; camel trek at sunset.

  8. Day 8 Merzouga to the Dades Valley

    about 280 km, 5 h with stops Overnight: Dades Valley

    Sunrise, the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley.

  9. Day 9 Dades Valley to Ait Ben Haddou

    about 180 km, 3.5 h with stops Overnight: Ait Ben Haddou

    Skoura, Ouarzazate and an evening at the ksar.

  10. Day 10 Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech

    about 190 km, 4 h with stops Overnight: Marrakech

    Over the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Marrakech.

  11. Day 11 Marrakech

    Overnight: Marrakech

    Palaces, gardens, souks and Jemaa el-Fna.

  12. Day 12 High Atlas day trip

    about 130 km round trip Overnight: Marrakech

    The valleys and Berber villages around Imlil, with views of Jebel Toubkal.

  13. Day 13 Marrakech to Essaouira

    about 190 km, 3 h Overnight: Essaouira

    West across the argan country to the Atlantic.

  14. Day 14 Essaouira

    Overnight: Essaouira

    The Skala, the port and the beach at leisure.

  15. Day 15 Essaouira to Marrakech

    about 190 km, 3 h | End of tour

    Return to Marrakech for your flight, or to Casablanca on request.

Distances and driving times are approximate and depend on road conditions and stops. Every route can be adapted.

Accommodation

We book riads, guesthouses, kasbah hotels and desert camps that match the comfort level you choose: comfortable and authentic, superior or luxury. The exact properties depend on your dates and availability and are confirmed by name in your personal proposal before you book.

What is included

  • Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English or Spanish-speaking driver
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or riad
  • Accommodation as listed in the itinerary, in your chosen comfort level
  • Breakfast and dinner on the nights indicated in your proposal
  • Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Night in a desert camp with dinner and breakfast
  • Personal assistance before and during your trip

Not included

  • International flights
  • Lunches and drinks unless stated
  • Entrance fees to monuments
  • Local guides in the cities, unless included in your proposal
  • Optional activities (4x4, quad biking, sandboarding)
  • Travel insurance and tips

Optional upgrades and customization

  • Luxury desert camp with private bathroom
  • Boutique riads and kasbah hotels
  • Private dinner in the dunes
  • Official local guides in the medinas
  • Extra nights, or a different starting or ending city

Practical information

Group size
Private journey, only for you and your companions.
Departure
Any day, on the dates you choose.
Price
Personalized quotation according to dates, number of travellers and accommodation.
Luggage
A soft bag or small suitcase is ideal; for the desert night take only an overnight bag on the camel.
Clothing
Layers, comfortable shoes, a scarf, sunglasses and a warm layer for desert nights.
Booking
Send an enquiry; nothing is booked until you confirm your proposal.

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