BEST PRIVATE MOROCCO TOUR 10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS

What to Expect From Your Best Private Morocco Tour

• Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen
• Discover Fes
• Drive through the spectacular pass of Tizi n’Tichka (2260m)
• Visit the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah that was used for shooting numerous Hollywood Movies
• Visit the Amredil Kasbah in Skoura
• Overnight in Dades Gorges
• Stretch your legs at the Todra Gorges
• Experience the camel ride in the desert and spend the night under the stars in the heart of the desert.
• Dinner & entertainment in the desert.
• Explore the desert area and Tafilalet oasis.
• Visit the dates’ market in Erfoud

DAY1: ARRIVE IN CASABLANCA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Arrival at Mohamed V Casablanca International Airport where you will meet with your English speaking driver through his eyes you will explore what Morocco has to offer through this meticulous Best Private Morocco Tour Itinerary. Transfer from the airport to the hotel.

• Overnight accommodation in Jnane Sherazade Riad or similar- with bed & breakfast option. 
• Please note that it does actually depend on the time of your arrival since if it’s early during the day, then we may adjust the itinerary by providing additional services within Casablanca with no extra fees like visiting the Impressive Hassan II Mosque, drive through the Ain Diab Corniche and visit the popular Ricks Café. However, if it’s late we will then schedule such activities for the next day.

DAY2: CASABLANCA – RABAT – CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast we will make a visit to the Hassan II Mosque, a massive edifice that dominates the skyline of Casablanca; its main foundations lie partly on land and partly in the sea. Then, head for Rabat, which has been operating as the administrative capital of Morocco since 1912. We will visit the Oudayas Kasbah, a fortification that was founded by the Almohad dynasty in the 12^th century; then developed and expanded by Moulay Ismail in the 17^th century.

We will meander through its beautiful winding streets. We resume our visit to the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, whose wisdom and leadership led Morocco to get its independence from the French in 1956, built in white marble and the wrought iron entryway is remarkably beautiful. Adjacent to the Mausoleum, a beautiful tower of Hassan that was meant to be the largest mosque in the world; however, after three years of hard work the Almohad leader died and therefore the whole project did not finish. Drive further north to the beautiful town of Chefchaouen.

• Overnight accommodation in Dar Echchaouen or similar – Half board option (dinner & breakfast are included)

DAY3: FULL DAY EXPLORING CHEFCHAOUEN

We will spend the full day wandering around the “Blue City” of Chefchaouen or Chaouen. It is nestled high in the gray Rif Mountains, built on a hillside, and unlike the rest of Moroccan cities; Chefchaouen was the last town to be occupied by the Spanish. The Medina of Chaouen (Old Town) even though it’s a bit tiny, but you find yourself within a live museum. Our walking tour will take us through the blue painted narrow alleyways to reach the focal point of the Medina, the Place Uta el-Hammam, nestled at the foot of powerful-looking hills. Cafes line at the Place, across which is the 15^th century Grand Mosque. The Kasbah was built by Moulay Ali Ibn Rashid Al Alami in 1471 and was used, firstly, as an Arab stronghold against Berber resistance to prison during the Spanish era. Leave The Uta el-Hammam Square strolling through colorful and charming streets to the natural spring of Ras El Ma, where you can catch the panoramic view of the whole valley.

• Overnight accommodation in Dar Echchaouen or similar – bed & breakfast option.

DAY 4: CHEFCHAOUEN – GUIDED TOUR OF FES

After having breakfast in your hotel, we will head to Fes crossing the Rif Mountains and will spend the rest of the day exploring the oldest Imperial city and the spiritual capital of Morocco. Your professional tour guide will take you to a vantage point to enjoy the majestic panoramic view of the Old Medina of Fes. Visit the Royal Palace Gate, the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), the famous Al Qaraouine University (regarded as the oldest official university in the world) and the colorful Chouwara Tanneries (built in the 11^th century). The guided day tour of Fes will also include a visit to the Moulay Idriss II Mausoleum, Attarine Museum, and the Nejjarine Fountain. In the evening, we will escort you back to your hotel or Riad.

• Overnight accommodation in Riad El Yacout or similar – bed & breakfast option.

DAY5: FES – IFRANE –  AZROU – MIDELT – DESERT

After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, we head for the Sahara Desert via the lush Middle Atlas known for the UNESCO preserved cedar forest. A short break will be at the beautiful and clean town of Ifrane, continue to Midelt where we will have lunch before we cross the High Atlas Mountains, Ziz Gorge and a nice stop for photographing the panoramic view of the palm valley of Ziz. We resume our journey through Erfoud and after some time we reach the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi where we will BE welcomed by warm mint tea at the Auberge that is located at the feet of the sand dunes. Dinner will be served followed by a time of entertainment before culminating the day with a drink by the pool under the illuminating stars.

• Overnight accommodation in Riad Madu or similar – Half board option (dinner & breakfast are included).

DAY6: EXPLORE THE DESERT AREA & CAMEL TREK

After breakfast, we will spend most of the day exploring the desert area including a thorough introduction into the traditional system of irrigation that is known as Khettaras or aqueducts. Then to the Village of Khamlia that is resided by black Africans who were brought as slaves from Sub-Saharan countries and they are known for the spiritual music of Gnawa they generously perform to their visitors. Continue on the track to the Tafilalet Oasis to visit one of its old Ksers or possibly the weekly traditional market. In the late afternoon, we drive back to the Auberge in the desert for our camel trek experience to the desert camp that is located in the heart of the Sahara Desert. You will be amazed by the prevalent silence while enjoying a nice dinner.

• Half board option (dinner & breakfast)

DAY7: SAHARA DESERT – TODRA GORGES – DADES GORGES

Early wake up in the morning to attend the panoramic view of the sunrise over the dunes before getting back to the hotel by camel; taking a shower, we will head east through Jorf, Tinejdad, and Todra Gorges. The Gorges or Canyons are very spectacular and have been popular attractions to both the locals and tourists seeking fresh and cool air or mountain climbing. After lunch, we will resume our journey to the valley of Dades crossing the administrative city of Tinghir. Dinner and breakfast will be served at the hotel.

• Overnight accommodation in our luxury Starry Desert Nights Camp or similar – Half Board option ( dinner & breakfast are included).

DAY8: DADES GORGES – SKOURA – AIT BENHADDOU – HIGH ATLAS – MARRAKECH

Today, we will drive through the famous road of one thousand Kasbahs including a short pause at the Valley of Roses known for its annual festival of roses. We will resume our journey to the Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) famous for its Taorirt Kasbah that is located at the heart of the city and the Atlas Film Studios where many Hollywood Movies were shot such as Cleopatra, the Kingdom of Heaven and many others. Then, to the Ait Benhaddou built over a hill to stand as a watchful eye for the caravans traversing the Sahara from the High Atlas Mountains. Drive to Marrakech over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m) that we will reach in the late afternoon.

• Overnight accommodation in Xaluca Dades or similar – Half Board option (dinner & breakfast are included).

DAY9: FULL DAY EXPLORING MARRAKECH

At 09:30 am, you will meet with your professional English speaking tour guide whose knowledge about the most hidden features of Marrakech is outstanding. You will first embark for an interesting sightseeing tour around the Ville Nouvelle of Marrakech that was built by the French when Morocco was under the French rule from 1912 to 1956. You will include a visit to the exotic and botanical gardens of Majorelle that was initially created by Jacques Majorelle and was bought and expanded by Saint Laurent. After that, you will head to the Menara Gardens with its olive grove, pavilion, and lagoon.

Begin your walking tour at the impressive mosque of La Koutoubia that was built in the 12^th century by the Almohads with its minaret dominating the horizons of the city. Continue on the track to the Saadian Tombs that was built by the Saadians in the 16^th century, then to the beautiful Palace of the Bahia before meandering around the vibrant and traditional Souks (Markets) of Marrakech to end your day tour at the Square of Jemaa El Fna (focal point of Marrakech) in the late afternoon.

• Overnight accommodation in Riad Ksar Anika or similar – bed & breakfast option.

DAY10: TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT OF MARRAKECH

Transfer to the Menara International Airport and assist with luggage. End of service.

Please note that we have carefully designed this Grand Tour of Morocco 15 Days/14 Nights in case you have more time to travel and ready in-depth travel experience of Morocco.

The Cost of The Best Private Morocco Tour 10 Days / 9 Nights Is Flexible & Based On Your Requirements:

Please note that the cost is based on double occupancy. The cost includes the following services:

• Meet & greet at the airport
• Experienced English speaking private driver throughout your journey.
• 9 nights’ accommodation as illustrated on the itinerary.
• Meals as mentioned on the itinerary
• Local tour guides in Rabat, Fes & Marrakech
• Camel trek experience along with the overnight stay in our luxurious desert camp.
• Entrance fees to museums
• Hotel taxes 
• Unique experience
• Local taxes

The fee does not include the following: 

• All amenities that are mentioned in the detailed itinerary
• Travel insurance, which is required in case of a medical emergency
• Flights & extra services
• Drinks & tips

Optional:

• Round trip ferry tickets