12 Days Ultimate Morocco Grand Tour from Casablanca – Sahara Desert, Fes & Marrakech ULTIMATE GRAND TOUR – The most comprehensive Morocco journey starting in Casablanca, covering everything from the Sahara’s golden dunes to the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, imperial cities, and the High Atlas. This carefully crafted 12-day itinerary is designed for travelers who want to experience Morocco’s complete diversity without rushing.
Begin in Casablanca, Morocco’s economic powerhouse, then journey north to the capital Rabat, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, and the holy city of Moulay Idriss. Explore the imperial cities of Meknes and Fes (with a full-day guided medina tour), then venture into the Rif Mountains to discover the breathtaking blue city of Chefchaouen. Cross the Middle Atlas to reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga, where you’ll ride camels over Erg Chebbi’s towering dunes and spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp. Continue through the dramatic Dades Valley, Todgha Gorges, and the legendary Ait Benhaddou kasbah (UNESCO). Finally, conquer the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka pass to arrive in vibrant Marrakech for a guided tour and departure.
This 12-day ultimate grand tour includes private air-conditioned transportation, an expert English-speaking driver/guide, handpicked accommodations (riads, hotels, and luxury desert camp), daily breakfasts, select dinners, camel trekking, sandboarding, and local certified guides in Fes and Marrakech. Perfect for first-time visitors seeking a deep, immersive Moroccan adventure.
Why this Ultimate 12-Day Tour? Includes Chefchaouen (the Blue Pearl), two full days in Fes, two nights near the Sahara for deeper desert experience, and a balanced pace that combines culture, nature, and history.
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Call or WhatsApp NowDeparture Schedule:
- Departure: 8:30 AM from your Casablanca hotel or Casablanca airport (CMN)
- Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Return: To Marrakech on Day 12 (transfer to Marrakech airport RAK or hotel)
- Max People: Private tour (flexible group size)
- Min Age: 2+ (family friendly)
Note: This 12-day ultimate grand tour from Casablanca is a sample itinerary. Contact us, and we will create a personalized itinerary tailored specifically for you – add activities, modify destinations, or extend your stay.
For any emergency case, please contact: NASSIR GUIDE AND MANAGER at +212 668-810628 (Call) or WhatsApp. Email: contact@geetingaroundmorocco.com
Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund.
Pickup: Your hotel / riad in Casablanca or Casablanca airport
Drop-off: Your hotel in Marrakech or Marrakech airport
Included:
- Air-conditioned private vehicle (12 days)
- English speaking driver/guide (knowledgeable, friendly, flexible)
- Accommodations (11 nights: hotels/riads + 1 night luxury desert camp)
- All breakfasts (11 breakfasts)
- 5 dinners (including desert camp dinner with Berber entertainment)
- Camel trek in Merzouga (sunset and sunrise)
- Sandboarding in the Sahara dunes
- Guided tour of Fes medina (official local guide – 4 hours)
- Guided tour of Marrakech medina (official local guide – 3 hours)
- Entrance fees: Hassan Tower (Rabat), Volubilis Roman ruins, Bou Inania Medersa (Fes), Bahia Palace (Marrakech), Ait Benhaddou kasbah
- Bottled water in the vehicle (refilled daily)
- Free time for photography and authentic stops
Excluded:
- International flights
- Lunches and most dinners (except 5 dinners)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, extra activities)
- Tips for driver, local guides, camp staff
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Entry to Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca (optional, ~€12)
Welcome to Morocco! Arrive at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN). Meet your driver. Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque (exterior and optional interior tour), the largest mosque in Africa. Stroll along the Cornish Ain Diab beachfront and explore the United Nations Square. Overnight in Casablanca.
Drive to Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital. Visit the Royal Palace (exterior), Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Hassan Tower, and the Chellah necropolis. Continue north to Asilah, a charming coastal town with Portuguese-influenced medina and colorful murals. Arrive in Tangier, the gateway to Europe. Overnight in Tangier.
Morning panoramic tour of Tangier: Cap Spartel (Mediterranean-Atlantic meeting point) and Hercules Caves. Then drive to Chefchaouen, the legendary “Blue Pearl” nestled in the Rif Mountains. Afternoon free to wander the blue-washed medina, explore Plaza Uta el-Hammam, and photograph the stunning alleyways. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Depart Chefchaouen and drive south. Stop at Volubilis, Morocco’s most impressive Roman ruins (UNESCO). Walk among mosaics, basilica, and triumphal arch. Continue to Meknes, visit Bab Mansour gate and the Sahrij Souani basin. Afternoon arrival in Fes, the spiritual capital. Overnight in Fes.
Full-day immersion with an official local guide. Enter the labyrinthine Fes el-Bali medina, the world’s largest car-free urban area. Visit Al-Qarawiyyin University (oldest university in the world), Bou Inania Medersa, the spectacular Chouara Tannery, Nejjarine Fountain, and the souks of metalworkers, dyers, and weavers. Experience authentic Moroccan craftsmanship. Overnight in Fes.
Depart Fes through the Middle Atlas mountains. Stop in Ifrane, known as “Switzerland of Morocco”. Walk in the Cedar Forest to see Barbary macaques. Cross the Tizi n’Talghamt pass to Midelt for lunch. Afternoon drive along the spectacular Ziz Gorge with panoramic viewpoints. Arrive in Merzouga, gateway to Erg Chebbi dunes. Overnight in a hotel near the dunes.
Morning free for optional 4×4 desert excursions: visit Khamlia village (Gnawa music), Dayet Srji lake (flamingos), or the mines of Mfis. Late afternoon: mount your camel for a 1.5-hour trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the unforgettable sunset over the Sahara. Arrive at a luxury desert camp with private tents, hot showers, and comfortable beds. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, live Berber drums, and stargazing. Overnight in desert camp.
Wake up for a spectacular sunrise over the dunes, then camel ride back to Merzouga. Drive to Rissani, ancient Sijilmassa, and explore its traditional souk (market). Continue to the dramatic Todgha Gorges – towering canyons perfect for a short walk. Afternoon drive through the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs” with its unique rock formations. Overnight in Dades.
Drive through the stunning Dades Gorge and the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual rose festival and rose products. Stop at Skoura palm grove to see the well-preserved Amridil Kasbah. Afternoon highlight: UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou kasbah, a spectacular fortified village used as a backdrop in Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and Lawrence of Arabia. Continue to Ouarzazate, “Hollywood of Morocco”. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Visit Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Film Studios (optional). Then ascend the High Atlas via the famous Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260m / 7415ft), the highest road pass in Morocco. Enjoy breathtaking mountain landscapes, Berber villages, and argan cooperatives. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon. Free evening to experience the vibrant Jemaa el-Fnaa square with storytellers, musicians, and food stalls. Overnight in Marrakech.
Full-day exploration with an official local guide. Visit the stunning Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the iconic Koutoubia Mosque (exterior), and the peaceful Majorelle Garden (Yves Saint Laurent’s garden). Explore the bustling souks of Marrakech – spices, carpets, lanterns, and leather. Afternoon free for shopping or relaxation. Optional cooking class or hammam spa. Overnight in Marrakech.
Morning at leisure: last-minute souvenir shopping, visit the Secret Garden, or relax at a rooftop cafe. Afternoon transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) for your departure flight. End of this 12-day Ultimate Morocco Grand Tour.
Optional Add-on: Extend your stay with a day trip to Essaouira (coastal town) or the Atlas Mountains’ Ourika Valley – contact us for details.
Essential Packing List for 12-Day Ultimate Tour:
- Comfortable walking/hiking shoes (medinas, gorges, Roman ruins)
- Lightweight, breathable clothing for daytime (cotton, linen)
- Warm fleece or jacket for desert nights, Chefchaouen evenings, and High Atlas
- Sunglasses and high SPF sunscreen
- Wide-brim hat or cap
- Camera / smartphone with extra memory cards
- Reusable water bottle (stay hydrated in the Sahara)
- Moroccan Dirhams (cash) for tips, lunches, souvenirs
- Scarf or shawl (useful for dust, sun, and mosque visits)
Recommended Items:
- Swimwear (many riads have pools, especially in Marrakech and Dades)
- Power bank and universal travel adapter (Morocco: Type C/E, 220V)
- Small daypack for daily excursions
- Personal toiletries and medications
- Headlamp or small flashlight (desert camp)
- Bandana or face covering for camel trek (sand protection)
- Long sleeves and pants for evening desert (protects from insects and sand)
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Languages Available:
- English (fluent driver/guide)
- Français (French)
- Español (Spanish)
- Italiano (Italian)
- Deutsch (German – on request)
Schedule:
- Departure: 8:30 AM from Casablanca (flexible)
- Return: To Marrakech on Day 12, afternoon transfer
Group Type: Private tour (exclusively your party)
Minimum Age: 2+ (family friendly)
Transportation: Modern air-conditioned 4×4 or luxury minivan
Guide: English speaking driver/guide + local certified guides in Fes and Marrakech
Route: Casablanca → Rabat → Asilah → Tangier → Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Merzouga (Sahara) → Todgha → Dades → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate → Marrakech
WiFi Available: Yes (in accommodations, limited in desert camp)
To book, contact us via email at contact@geetingaroundmorocco.com or call/WhatsApp +212 668-810628. Ask for NASSIR, your guide and manager, who will assist with booking, customization, and provide the best price for your group size.
Yes! This 12-day Ultimate Tour uniquely includes Chefchaouen, the famous “Blue City” in the Rif Mountains – a highlight not included in shorter tours. You’ll have a full afternoon and evening to explore its photogenic blue streets.
The ideal months are March-May and September-November, offering pleasant temperatures. Summer (June-August) is hot in the desert but manageable with early starts. Winter (December-February) is colder in the desert and mountains but offers clear skies and fewer crowds – perfect for Chefchaouen and Fes.
Absolutely. This is a private tour, so the pace is entirely flexible. Families with children are welcome (minimum age 2+). Solo travelers can request a single supplement. We accommodate dietary restrictions and special needs.
You stay in a luxury desert camp in Erg Chebbi with private tents featuring proper beds, linens, en-suite bathroom (hot shower and toilet), and a dining tent. Includes dinner, breakfast, camel trek, and sandboarding.
Yes, this itinerary is fully customizable. You can add a day in Chefchaouen, include a hot air balloon ride in Marrakech, or extend your stay in the desert. Contact us for a tailor-made quote.
We offer free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour start date for a full refund. If you need to cancel, please contact us as soon as possible.
