10 Days in Morocco Itinerary

Arrive in Casablanca and meet your professional driver/guide at the airport for a transfer to your accommodation. Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest and most beautiful mosques in the world, known for its stunning Moroccan mosaics and Atlantic Ocean setting. Explore the Corniche coastal area before settling in for an overnight stay at a hotel in Casablanca.

After breakfast, depart Casablanca for Chefchaouen, stopping in Rabat, Morocco’s capital, to explore the Oudaya Kasbah, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Continue to Chefchaouen, the 'Blue Pearl' nestled in the Rif Mountains, known for its blue-washed buildings and tranquil ambiance. Overnight stay at a hotel or riad in Chefchaouen.

Spend a full day exploring Chefchaouen’s blue-washed medina. Wander through artisan shops, visit Place Outa El Hammam, the Kasbah with its gardens, and the Ras El Maa Waterfall for panoramic views. Explore the Spanish Mosque (Bouzafer Mosque) and enjoy the town’s serene vibe. Overnight stay at a hotel or riad in Chefchaouen.

After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen for Fes, stopping at the UNESCO-listed Volubilis to explore its well-preserved Roman ruins, mosaics, and temples. Continue to Meknes to visit the historic Medina, Bab El-Mansour gate, Moulay Ismail Tombs, and El Hedim Square. Arrive in Fes, Morocco’s cultural capital, for an overnight stay at a hotel or riad.

Join a local guide for a full-day tour of Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Golden Doors of the Royal Palace, explore the Old Medina (Fes El-Bali), mosques, madrassas, the Tanners’ district, and the artisans’ neighborhood with Andalusian influences. Discover vibrant souks and landmarks like Al-Qarawiyyin University and Bab Boujloud. Overnight stay at a hotel or riad in Fes.

Depart Fes for Merzouga, stopping in Ifrane, the 'Switzerland of Morocco,' and the Cedar Forest, home to Barbary macaques. Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the scenic Ziz Valley, passing through Erfoud, known for fossils and dates. Arrive at Erg Chebbi for a camel trek across the dunes, enjoying a stunning sunset. Spend the night at a desert camp with Berber music under the stars.

Wake early to witness a sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast, depart Merzouga for Rissani to explore its souk (if on market days: Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Sundays). Visit Erfoud, then continue to Tinghir and the Todra Gorges for a scenic walk under 300-meter cliffs. Travel to Dades Valley, admiring ‘monkey fingers’ rock formations and mud kasbahs. Overnight stay at a hotel or riad in Dades Valley.

Depart Dades Valley, traveling through the Roses Valley and Kalaat M’Gouna, known for its rose festival. Visit Skoura’s Amridil Kasbah (if time permits) and Ouarzazate’s Atlas Film Studios. Explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, then cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’Tichka pass, admiring Berber villages. Arrive in Marrakech for an overnight stay at a hotel or riad.

Join a local guide to explore Marrakech, the 'Red City.' Visit the Saadian Tombs, Bahia and Badi Palaces, Ben Youssef Madrasa, and Koutoubia Mosque with its 77-meter minaret. Explore Menara Gardens and Jardin Majorelle (advance booking required). Wander through Jemaa El-Fna Square, a UNESCO site, and the vibrant souks. Overnight stay at a hotel or riad in Marrakech.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight back home, based on your flight schedule. This marks the end of your 10-day Moroccan adventure.