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Classic · 10 days · 9 nights
10-Day Morocco Grand Tour from Marrakech
Experience the full spectrum of Morocco in this 10-day private grand tour.
Duration
10 days · 9 nights
Starts
Marrakech
Ends
Tangier (or return to Marrakech/ Casablanca on request)
Format
Private, with your own driver
Tour overview.
Experience the full spectrum of Morocco in this 10-day private grand tour. Begin in Marrakech, head west to Essaouira’s Atlantic charm, return to soak in Marrakech’s soul, then cross the High Atlas to the cinematic Aït Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate. From there, traverse the Rose Valley to Dades, explore the dunes of Merzouga, wander the cedar forests and alpine towns of the Middle Atlas, explore imperial cities Fes and Meknes, and finally relax in the blue alleys of Chefchaouen before arriving in Tangier. This tour blends culture, nature, history, and adventure with maximum variety and comfort.
Day
01
Arrival in Marrakech
Pick-up from the airport or hotel. Settle into your riad. Evening free to explore Jemaa el-Fna and nearby souks Overnight in Marrakech.
Day
02
~3 hrs drive
Marrakech → Essaouira
Depart after breakfast for the Atlantic coast. Stop at an argan oil cooperative. Arrive in Essaouira: stroll the port, ramparts, medina, and seaside. Overnight in Essaouira.
Day
03
Essaouira → Marrakech (Walking Tour Day)
Return to Marrakech. Guided city tour: Bahia Palace, Ben Youssef Madrasa, souks, Koutoubia Mosque, Jemaa el-Fna. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day
04
~6 hrs drive
Marrakech → Aït Ben Haddou → Rose Valley → Dades Valley
Cross High Atlas via Tizi-n’Tichka Pass. Visit Aït Ben Haddou, then Ouarzazate. Drive through Rose Valley and arrive in Dades. Overnight in Dades Valley.
Day
05
~5 hrs drive
Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert
Morning exploration of Dades Valley. Continue to Todra Gorge. Head toward Merzouga for sunset camel trek. Overnight in desert camp.
Day
06
Merzouga Region Full Day
Sunrise in the dunes. Explore the desert region: Khamlia village, nomads, wild lake/palm grove, fossils. Evening under stars in desert camp. Overnight in desert camp.
Day
07
~7 hrs drive with stops
Merzouga → Midelt → Ifrane → Fes
Depart desert, passing through Erfoud and the Ziz Valley. Midelt lunch stop, then cedar forest at Azrou. Arrive in Fes, evening free to rest or enjoy medina. Overnight in Fes.
Day
08
Full Day in Fes
Guided walking tour: Royal Palace Gate, Mellah, Borj Sud, Al-Attarine Madrasa, Al-Quaraouiyine University, tanneries. Overnight in Fes.
Day
09
~4 hrs drive
Fes → Meknes → Volubilis → Chefchaouen
Travel to Meknes: Bab Mansour Gate, royal stables, etc. Drive to Volubilis ruins. Continue to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. Twilight in blue alleys. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day
10
Chefchaouen → Tangier / Drop-off
Morning in Chefchaouen. Drive north to Tangier (≈2 hrs) for your departure or drop-off based on your travel plan.
Good to know.
Best time to travel.
Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November) are ideal — mild days, cooler nights, less crowd. Winter offers tranquility in many places, though Atlas passes may have snow and desert nights get cold.
Nothing here is fixed.
This itinerary is a suggestion. We can tailor the trip to your interests, add or remove days, adjust the pace, or change start/end cities. Just contact us for a customized version.
What's included
- Private transport in A/C vehicle (4×4 or minivan) + fuel
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodations: Riads / hotels + 1 night luxury desert camp
- Camel rides (sunset & sunrise) + desert camp experience
- Daily breakfasts + selected dinners
- Airport/Hotel pick-ups & drop-offs depending on start/end location
Not included
- Some lunches & drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and optional sites
- Extras like quad biking, hammam, etc.
Let's plan this trip together.
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