10-Day Classic Morocco Tour From Casablanca
10-Day Classic Morocco Tour: Imperial Cities, Sahara and the Atlantic Coast
Ten days, one unforgettable loop through the very best of Morocco. Start with the grand mosque of Casablanca, wander the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, lose yourself in the medina of Fes, sleep in a Berber camp in the Sahara and finish with the souks of Marrakech and the Atlantic ramparts of Essaouira.
This 10-day Morocco tour is designed for first-time visitors who want a complete picture of the country without spending every day in a car. It weaves together imperial cities, mountain passes, kasbahs, desert dunes and the Atlantic coast, with a private driver who meets you at Casablanca airport and drops you back at the end.
Each day has a clear theme, from history in Rabat and Meknes, to culture in the Fes medina, to open space in Merzouga and the Dades Gorge. You see what makes Morocco magical: mountains, desert, sea, markets and some of the warmest hospitality you will find anywhere.
- Duration10 days, 9 nights
- Start and endCasablanca airport
- Cities visitedRabat, Chefchaouen, Fes, Marrakech, Essaouira
- Desert nightErg Chebbi, Merzouga
- TransportAir-conditioned vehicle with private driver
- Best forFirst visit, couples, friends, families
10-Day Morocco Tour Highlights
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture on the Atlantic
- See the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Tower and the royal mausoleum in Rabat
- Stroll through the blue and white medina of Chefchaouen
- Discover the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes
- Explore the Fes medina with a local guide: markets, King’s Palace and tanneries
- Cross the Middle Atlas and its cedar forests on the way to the Sahara
- Ride a camel at sunset and sleep in a nomad tent in Erg Chebbi
- Walk through Todra Gorge and Dades Gorge
- Visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage kasbah
- Feel the energy of Jemaa el-Fna in Marrakech and spend a day in Essaouira
10-Day Morocco Itinerary: Casablanca to Casablanca
This is a north to south loop that avoids doubling back. Driving days are balanced with free time in the cities.
Day 1: Casablanca to Rabat
Arrive at Casablanca airport and meet your private driver. Begin with the Hassan II Mosque, one of the great landmarks of Moroccan architecture, set on the Atlantic shore. Then head to Rabat, the political capital.
Day 2: Rabat to Chefchaouen
Explore Rabat’s highlights: the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower. In the afternoon, drive north to Chefchaouen, the blue and white mountain town, and wander its medina.
Day 3: Chefchaouen to Fes via Volubilis and Meknes
Travel south through the countryside to Volubilis, the best preserved Roman site in Morocco. Continue to Meknes to see the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail and the monumental Bab Mansour gate, then reach Fes, one of the largest walled cities in the world.
Day 4: Fes: a day in the medina
Discover the old medina with a local guide. Walk through narrow streets filled with markets, workshops and historic sites, including the King’s Palace and the traditional tanneries. End the day at your riad in the heart of the old city.
Day 5: Fes to Merzouga through the Middle Atlas
Leave Fes early and cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, with cedar forests, Berber villages and rock formations along the way. Stop in Midelt and Erfoud before reaching Merzouga. At the dunes, ride a camel to your camp for sunset and a night in a nomad tent.
Day 6: Erg Chebbi, Todra Gorge and Dades Gorge
Catch the sunrise over the dunes, then drive back through Merzouga. Continue to Todra Gorge, a canyon with walls rising hundreds of meters, and on to Dades Gorge, where you spend the night in the middle of dramatic scenery.
Day 7: Dades Gorge to Marrakech via Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate and visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO site and famous film location. Cross the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech in the evening.
Day 8: Marrakech: medina and Jemaa el-Fna
Spend the day in Morocco’s most energetic city. Explore the medieval medina, its souks and palaces, and watch Jemaa el-Fna come alive as the sun sets.
Day 9: Marrakech to Essaouira
Drive to the Atlantic coast and spend the day in Essaouira, a relaxed port town with Portuguese and French influences, artists’ galleries and breezy ramparts. Return to Marrakech in the evening.
Day 10: Marrakech and transfer to Casablanca airport
Enjoy a last morning in Marrakech, then transfer to Casablanca airport for your onward flight, with ten days of memories and a very full camera roll.
Why Book This Morocco Tour With Visit the Desert
One loop, no wasted miles
The route runs north to south and ends near your departure airport, so you see more of Morocco and spend less time backtracking.
A balance of cities and wild places
Imperial cities, mountain passes, gorges, desert and sea in one trip, with time to breathe in between.
Built around you
Prefer more nights in Marrakech, a luxury camp or a slower pace? We adapt the plan, the hotels and the days to your style.
What Is Included in the 10-Day Morocco Tour
Included
- Airport welcome in Casablanca and transfer to the airport at the end of the tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver for the whole route
- Accommodation in riads and hotels along the route
- One night in a nomad camp in Erg Chebbi with a sunset camel ride
- Local guide for the Fes medina
- Taxes and service charges
Not included
- Monument and site entrance fees
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips for your driver and guides
Good to Know Before You Go
Pace of the trip
Some days include long drives, especially from Fes to Merzouga and from Dades Gorge to Marrakech. Rest days in Fes and Marrakech balance the schedule.
Best seasons
March to May and September to November offer the most comfortable weather. Summer is very hot inland, and winter can be cold in the mountains and the desert.
What to pack
Comfortable walking shoes, layers for mountain and desert evenings, sun protection, a scarf and a small bag for the desert night.
Modest dress
Dress respectfully in the medinas and religious sites. Light, loose clothes that cover shoulders and knees work best.
Customise it
Add days in the desert, upgrade to a luxury camp or choose boutique riads. Tell us your budget and style.
Looking for more days?
See our 12-day Morocco Grand Tour for a slower, deeper version of this journey.
Plan Your 10 Days in Morocco
Choose your dates in the booking form on this page, or tell us your interests and we shape the itinerary, the hotels and the pace with you.
10-Day Morocco Tour: Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the 10-day Morocco tour start and end?
The tour starts at Casablanca airport and ends with a transfer back to Casablanca airport on day 10, which makes flights easy to plan.
Which cities are included?
Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Volubilis, Fes, Merzouga, Dades Gorge, Ait Benhaddou, Marrakech and Essaouira are all part of the route.
How many nights are spent in the Sahara?
One night, in a nomad camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes near Merzouga, after a sunset camel ride.
Is 10 days enough to see Morocco?
Yes, for a first visit. Ten days lets you see the imperial cities, the north, the south and the desert without rushing. If you prefer a slower pace, look at our 12-day Grand Tour.
What is the best time of year for this tour?
Spring and autumn are the best seasons. Summer can be very hot inland, and winter nights are cold in the mountains and the desert.
Are entrance fees and lunches included?
No. Monument entrance fees, lunches, drinks and personal expenses are paid separately. Your driver and guide will suggest good places to eat along the route.
Can I change the itinerary?
Yes. We can add nights in Fes, Marrakech or the desert, change the hotel level, or swap Essaouira for another destination. Contact us with your plan.
Do I need a visa for Morocco?
Many nationalities can enter Morocco without a visa for short stays, but rules change. Check the official requirements for your passport before you travel.
