Grand Morocco Tour: 16-day tour from Casablanca
The Grand Tour of Morocco – 16 Days from Casablanca is a private tour of Morocco that will take you to explore Morocco in depth at your leisure with an experienced driver/guide. Discover the highlights of Morocco including the Old Medinas, the coast side, imperial cities, the Sahara desert, Berber villages, and more. This 16-day Morocco tour itinerary will allow you to visit several interesting Moroccan destinations.
Overview:
Join our 16-day Morocco Grand Tour from Casablanca and embark on an unforgettable 16-day adventure across Morocco. It’s the perfect blend of Moroccan culture and history with coastal bliss. Prepare to be amazed by the country’s diverse landscapes, ancient ruins, and vibrant cities.
Feel the grandeur of Morocco’s imperial cities, discover the vibrant souks of Rabat, the architectural wonders of Meknes, the historical significance of Fes, and the energy of Marrakech. Each city has its own unique characteristics and stories waiting to be revealed.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Morocco’s landscapes by traveling from the green slopes of the Middle Atlas to the High Atlas Mountains. Discover Majestic valleys that offer picture-perfect moments from every angle in the Todra Valley and Dades Valley and also the Historic Kasbah of Ait ben Haddou. Camel ride and overnight in a desert camp can be one of your Morocco 16-day tour highlights.
16-Day Morocco tour – Highlights:
Our 16-day Morocco tour from Casablanca promises the perfect mix of cultural immersion, historical exploration, breathtaking views, and moments of relaxation.
- The Hassan II Mosque: the second-largest mosque in Africa.
- Rabat: See Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah.
- Assilah: Experience A wonderful view of the ocean.
- Chefchaouen: Explore the colorful blue city of Morocco.
- Meknes: Explore the roman ruins of Volubilis.
- Experience the Historic old medina of Fes.
- Middle Atlas & Azrou cedar forest with wild monkeys.
- Sahara desert experience with Camels & Camping.
- Kasbah Ait ben haddou & Todra grand canyon.
- The coastal road with beautiful scenery.
- Explore Marrakech – The red city of Morocco.
Itinerary of 16-day tour in Morocco
Check our 16-day Morocco Itinerary from Casablanca via the most visited destinations of Morocco.
1st Day: Arrival Casablanca - Rabat
We will greet you when you arrive at the Casablanca airport and take you by car to Casablanca and Rabat. We’ll visit The second-largest mosque in Africa, the Hassan II Mosque, which is located in Casablanca. After traveling to Rabat, the Moroccan capital, you will view the Hassan Tower and explore the Oudaya Kasbah before checking into a riad in the center of the Medina for the night.
2nd Day: Rabat - Assilah - Chefchaouen
On the second day of the 16-day Morocco tour, we will drive to Chefchaouen via the city of Asilah. Most of the trip will be on the coast. Our first stop will be in Asilah, where you will have the opportunity to explore the city. Asilah is famous for its annual arts festival – most of the city walls are painted by different famous artists from all over the world. Your visit includes the Skala Fortress, where you will enjoy a wonderful view of the city and the ocean. Then, you will continue through the foothills of the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen.
3rd Day: Explore Chefchaouen
After breakfast at your Riad, you will begin your exploration of Chefchaouen, the “Blue City of Morocco”. Located at the foot of two high mountains, Chefchaouen is a beautiful and unique city, with its white walls and blue doors and windows. Unlike many parts of Morocco, Chefchaouen was once occupied by Spain; therefore there is a lot of influence from Spanish civilization and Moorish architecture. In the afternoon you will have your own time. This allows you to wander around without a guide or simply enjoy some time on your own.
4th Day: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
Following breakfast in your riad, your journey to Fes will begin via Ouezzane and the Roman site of Volubilis. After a few hours’ drive, you will reach Volubilis, the well-preserved Roman Empire dating back to 225 BC, where you will see the most beautiful mosaics in Morocco dating back to the 3rd century BC. Here you will have a guided tour of the site and learn a lot about the Roman Empire. Next, we travel to Meknes, the capital of the Ismailiyya in Morocco. In Meknes, we see the magnificent Bab Mansour gate built by Sultan Mi Ismail; the Makhzen, and the Sahrij Swani, used for irrigation and agriculture. Your visit also includes the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. We then continue by highway to Fes.
5th Day: Guided day trip in Fes with Local guide
A guided day trip to Explore Fes Awaits you after breakfast, You will spend the whole morning exploring the city and its alleys; visiting most of the sites of cultural and historical interest – including the famous Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University (the oldest in the world), the Bou Inania Medersa, the tanneries, and the Nejjarine Fountain. After lunch, we will drive you out of the city to see the gate of the Royal Palace, walk through the Jewish quarter “the Mellah”, and visit the pottery cooperative. In the afternoon, we will drive you to one of the forts to experience a stunning panoramic view of the entire city of Fes.
6th Day: Fes - Middle Atlas - Ziz valley - Merzouga desert
The Sahara Desert awaits us on day six of this 16-day tour of Morocco, as you begin your journey southeast of Merzouga via Midelt and Errachidia. Your first stop will be in Ifrane, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and then on to Merzouga via Midelt and the Ziz Valley. During this journey, you will enjoy glimpses of the Middle Atlas and High Atlas Mountains.
We will stop at the famous Cedar Forest – the largest in Morocco – where you may see Barbary apes. You will notice how the landscape changes to reveal glimpses of the desert as you approach the city of Errachidia. After lunch in Midelt, your journey continues along the lush Ziz Valley, stopping to enjoy the panoramic views along the way. We will drive through welcoming Berber villages to Erfoud. We will arrive at Merzouga desert in the evening.
7th Day: Explore the Sahara desert of Merzouga & Erg-Chebbi
Your day of exploration in Merzouga will begin after breakfast. You will visit the Gnawa people, originally slaves brought from sub-Saharan countries, to experience their music and way of life. We will continue into the black rock desert to visit a mine village. We will also visit a Berber family living in a desert tent to explore their way of life.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a guided camel ride, led by an experienced camel guide, to explore the sand sea of Merzouga it’s an opportuniy to see an amazing view of the sunset over the dunes. You will spend the night at our desert camp under the Sahara stars.
8th Day: Merzouga - Todra gorges - Dades Valley
Early in the morning, you can wake up to enjoy the sunrise in the desert dunes. You will then return on foot to the village of Merzouga, and on the way you will not fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes – which change with the light as the day progresses.
Our journey continues to Dades Valley, to visit the Todra Gorge – the highest and narrowest gorge in Morocco. After lunch inside the valley, you will have an optional hour of hiking through the fields where you will enjoy visiting an ancient mud village. the trip goes through Dades Valley, where you will have the opportunity to see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers”. We will spend the 7th night of this 16-Day tour in Morocco at Dades valley.
9th Day: Dades Valley - Skoura - Ouarzazate
The Private Morocco tour of 16 Days continues through the Dades Valley towards Kelaa M’Gouna and Ouarzazate. The route through the Dades Valley is the road of a thousand kasbahs – providing many opportunities to take some of your best photographs of the trip. We will stop in Kelaa M’Gouna, the “city of roses”, to buy rose water, which will leave your clothes smelling good long after your trip is over. We continue to Skoura; and visit the Kasbah Amridil, a well-preserved kasbah in this area. After lunch, continue to Ouarzazate – the “Hollywood of Africa” - whose beautiful geography and landscapes have attracted many world-class film producers.
10th Day: Ouarzazate - Ait ben haddou - Taroudant
Today we will head to Taroudant via Taznakht, but first, we will visit the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, the largest Kasbah in Morocco. Built at the beginning of the 20th century by Thami El Glaoui – one of the last Berber chiefs – the Kasbah of Benhaddou was one of the stops on his long journey from the sub-Saharan countries to Marrakech, and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On the way to Taroudant we will stop at Taliouine, the saffron capital of Morocco, you have the option of visiting a saffron cooperative. If your visit coincides with the saffron harvest, you will have the opportunity to meet Berbers with their families harvesting saffron in their fields. We should arrive in Taroudant in the afternoon, here you will see the ramparts and walk through the small alleys of the city.
11th Day: Taroudant - Agadir - Essaouira
Breakfast in the riad, then head to Essaouira, via Agadir. Our first stop will be in Agadir, a tourist town that has been a very popular tourist destination for many years. After lunch and a short walk along the Corniche, you will continue to Essaouira. The coastal road offers beautiful scenery and is an area famous for its argan trees. Here you will see herds of goats climbing the argan trees in search of food better than they can find on land. After several stops along the coast, we arrive in Essaouira in the afternoon.
12th Day: Explore Essaouira
On the 16-day Grand Morocco tour’s 12th day you will visit the Skala Fortress; see Thuya wood carved by artisans; walk through the alleys of the medina and view hundreds of handicrafts. Today you will have lunch in a Moroccan way, freshly bought fish ‘cooked to order’. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to wander around, go to the beach, and enjoy time with yourselves. Essaouira is also referred to as The “City of the Wind” and it attracts surfers from all over the world. Essaouira knew many civilizations – including the Portuguese occupation, which affects much of its architecture – however, it remains a small village with much history.
13th Day: Essaouira - Marrakech
You can have extra time exploring Essaouira before leaving for Marrakech. On our way – since this is the land of Argan culture – there is an opportunity to visit the women’s Argan oil cooperative where they extract the oil, famous for its culinary, cosmetic, and medicinal properties. After several photo stops, you will continue your journey to Marrakech and check in at your Riad. After dinner, you will have the option to enjoy a walk inside the famous Jemaa el-Fna square, where magicians, storytellers, musicians, and snake charmers entertain.
14th Day: Explore Marrakech with Local tour guide
A local tour guide will take you around Marrakech to Explore this Moroccan gem. Your guide will ensure that you see most of the sites with historical and cultural interest – including the famous Jemaa El Fna square, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian tombs; the Palace of Bahia, and the Ben Youssef Coranic School. Lunch at a restaurant near the square, then in the afternoon visit the Majorelle Gardens, and have a short visit to the new city of Marrakech and the Koutoubia tower. During the next day, you will have the option to try a Moroccan Hammam, a cooking class, and some free time to explore the city on your own. ( Price of Hammam & Spam not included in the trip cost ).
15th Day: Relaxing day - or A day trip near Marrakech
On the 14th day of this 16 days tour from Casablanca, You can choose if you want to have a relaxing day in Marrakech to enjoy it on your own or to do a day trip from Marrakech to Ouzoud waterfall or Ourika Valley.
16th Day: Transfer to the Airport
Following breakfast in your riad, we will drive you to the airport for your departure flight. Your 16-day tour in Morocco ends at the airport.
16-Day Tour in Morocco from Casablanca – Pricing
We organize the 16-Day Grand Morocco tour with the best services and prices.
| NUMBER OF PEOPLE | 2-4 PAX | 4-8 PAX |
|---|---|---|
PRICE PER PERSON |
From 1100 to 1760 Euros |
From 900 to 1100 Euros |
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Since the price of our 16-day Morocco tour from Casablanca varies based on the number of days and passengers, you must get in touch with us to receive the best offer.
Morocco Grand Tour include and excludes:
Included:
- Private modern transportation with A/C
- Car Fuel
- Pick-up from your accommodation
- English-speaking driver with prior experience
- Accommodation for 15 Nights
- Dinner & Breakfast
- Local guide in Fes for guided day trip
- Marrakech local guide for the guided day tour
- Camel riding in the Sahara desert
- Drum music around campfire
- Sandboarding in the dunes
Excluded:
- Beverages
- Lunches
- Travel insurance
- Entrance fee if any
- Leaving a tip (Optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to modify the itinerary to suit our preferences?
Our team’s adaptability allows us to customize the schedule according to each person’s preferences and interests, ensuring a unique and special experience.
Can we skip the camel ride to the camp?
Rather than riding a camel, we can take you to the camp by car. Alternatively, you can pay an additional fee to participate in one of our activities. You can do a Merzouga quad biking or buggy trip instead of a camel ride.
Is the tour included with meals?
This 16-day Grand Morocco tour from Casablanca includes accommodation with breakfast and dinner.
Can we add extra activities to this tour?
Yes, We can arrange for you any optional extra activity during this 16-day tour in Morocco. It’s better to confirm that in advance.
Is it possible to spend two nights in the desert camp?
It is possible to stay in the desert tent for two nights upon request.
What is the booking & payment method?
To book our Overnight Camel trek in Merzouga, we ask for a modest deposit to be paid by PayPal or Credit card to our account, and the balance is payable in cash at the pick-up to your driver in euros, or equivalent in dollars or dirhams.
Is it possible to pay the rest amount using PayPal or a credit card?
We can in some cases accept the complete payment by Paypal or Credit card however a 5% fee is going to be applied to cover the additional transaction charges.
What is the Cancelation Policy?
Cancellation Policy: You will receive a full refund if you cancel at least 3 days in advance before the trip commences.
Do you offer Discounts for Travel Bloggers and Writers?
Mouhou Tours offers discounts of up to 70% for Travel bloggers and writers who are interested in collaboration.
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Additional information:
- Please inform us of any specific food allergies or preferences, such as vegetarian or vegan options.
- Our guide selects lunch spots that are both high-quality and healthy, to ensure your well-being. Please inform your guide of your preferences.
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