MOROCCAN ODYSSEY PRIVATE TOURS 09 DAYS
Brief Itinerary
Day 01 : Casablanca arrival- rabat
Day 02 : rabat- Chefchaouen
Day 03 : volubilis-Meknès-Fès
Day 04 : Fès guided tour
Day 05 : Fès to Sahara désert
Day 06 : Erfoud- toudra gorges – Skoura
Day 07 :Ouarzazate-Ait ben Haddou- Marrakech
Day 08 : Marrakech guided tours
Day 09 : Casablanca departure
- 1 night in Rabat
- 1 night in Chefchaouen
- 2 nights in Fes
- 1 night in Merzouga (sahara desert camp)
- 1 night in Skoura
- 2 nights in marrakech
Itinerary Details
Day 01 : Casablanca Arrival – Rabat
Upon your arrival in Casablanca, your private driver will welcome you at the aeroport . Depending on your arrival time, you may visit the amazing Hassan II Mosque, the colossal building is a portion on arrival and portion on the sea and can oblige 25,000 worshipers; its minaret stands as the tallest devout structure within the world. At that point, head to Rabat, capital of Morocco. Overnight in Rabat
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Rabat
Day 02 : Rabat – Chefchaouen
This morning, you will visit Royal Palace – official residence of King, the Mohammed V Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco. Then explore the Mauresque-style Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah, along with its scenic Andalusian garden. Afternoon you will discover the vividly blue-colored small town of Chefchaouen which nestles in the hollow of the two mountains; Ech-Chaoua (The Horns) from which it takes its name. Steep narrow streets with white and indigo limewashed buildings, small squares, ornate fountains and houses with elaborately decorated doorways and red tile roofs make this a delightful town.
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Chefchaouen
Day 03 : Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Journey overland to explore Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to some of the best-preserved & impressive Roman ruins in North Africa. Your guide will escort you on a walk around 2000 year old ruins; the Capitoline Temple, Basilica, Roman Baths, Triumphal Arch, Houses & Palaces which adorned with beautiful mosaics. Upon completing this glimpse into antiquity, proceed to Imperial City-Meknes to explore the most beautiful gate of Bab Mansour, Royal Stables, Agdal Reservoir and Old Medina. Head to Fez for overnight stay.
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Fes
Day 04 : Fez Guided City tour
Begin the day by exploring Fez el-Bali (Old Fez), the cultural heart of Morocco. Founded in the 8th century by Moulay Idriss I, this imperial capital was a renowned center of medieval learning with its Al-Attarine Madrasa, Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Karaouine University. Stroll the lanes and souks of the labyrinthine old quarter, and visit the Blue Gate, the Nejjarine Square, the Tanneries. Also, see the Royal Palace and Jewish Mellah in Fez el-Jadid (New Fez) .
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Fes
Day 05 : Fes – Sahara Desert
You leave Fes behind and head towards the Middle Atlas mountains. Ascending over the Atlas Mountains enroute you will pass by Ifrane, a beautiful ski resort, known as “Little Switzerland” and see the cedar woods and berber apes in Azrou. You will have your lunch at middle of journey in Midelt where is famous with apple production. Descending through the Atlas Mountains, you will drive along the Ziz Valley with giant palm trees, here is the largest dates producer in Morocco. Arrive in Merzouga before sunset and then go by dromedary camel 45-60 minutes, at sunset, into the Erg Chebbi Dunes to camp overnight in your luxury tent at Desert oasis.
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Merzouga (Sahara desert)
Day 06 : Toudra Gorge – Dades – Skoura
After breakfast, drive to Todra Gorge known as the ‘Grand Canyon of the Sahara’, a massive trench that rises over 300 metres to form one of the most dramatic and breathtaking natural sights in Morocco. The limestone stacks make a perfect area for hiking, and so today you will take a short walk through the sheer cliffs. En route, you will see the dry, rugged Dades Valley that is dotted with oasis of figs, olives, date palms and castellated mud houses hugging the slopes. Continue to Skoura, is a fertile oasis lined with immense palm groves that provide great views of the Atlas Mountains. Explore the famous Kasbah Amridil, it is featured on the Moroccan banknotes.
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Skoura
Day 07 : Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Today head towards the road of a thousand Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, it is known as Hollywood of Africa, such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Star Wars having been filmed here. Then visit the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, one of the finest examples of South Moroccan architecture, boasting one of Morocco well-preserved kasbahs. Your journey continues via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka pass and observing everyday life in remote rural towns to the ochre-coloured city of Marrakesh.
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech
Day 08 : Marrakech Guided Tour
Today you will visit tourism capital of Morocco, red city Marrakech. Your local guide will escort you around 12th century Koutoubia Mosque, beautiful El Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden and Ben Youssef Madrasa. Then meandering the arms-width streets of the souks bazaars to Jamaa El Fna Square, the famous market square in Marrakech’s old quarter complete with storytellers, magicians, food stalls and snake charmers. Enjoy your fresh fruit juice at Jamaa El Fna end of the day.
Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech
Day 09 : Casablanca departure
Transfer to Casablanca Mohammed V Airport .
Visites
- Visiting Hassane second mosque in Casablanca .
- Visiting Hassan tower mosque in Rabat.
- Visiting Kasbah challah world heritage site by unesco .
- Visiting Kasbah Oudaya world heritage site by unesco.
- Visiting Royale palace.(officiel residence of the king ).
- Visiting world famous blue city Chefchaouen .
- Visiting UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE roman ruines site of Volubilis .
- Visiting UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE of Meknes
- Visiting UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE OF fes .
- Exploration sahara desert stay at luxury camp & Camel Ride .
- Visiting Amridil kasbah .
- Visiting the biggest toudra gorges & Skoura Oasis .
- Visiting UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE site ksare ait Benhadou
- Visiting UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE of Marrakech .
Transport
Mercedes van included diesel, tolls and parkings with english speaking professionnel driver .
Meals
08 beakfasts, 02 dinner .
Accommodation
08 night’s in hotels boutique riad,luxury camp, kasbah .
Included
- Arrival and departure airport transfers
- Hassane second mosque guided tour
- Chefchaouen guided tour
- Volubilis guided tour
- Fès guided tour
- Marrakech guided tour
- Sunset sahara camel ride
- Kasbah amridil guided tours
Excluded
- Tip to the driver, local guides and hôtel staff
- Personal expanses
- Optional activities
Price : please send enquiry
