Camel Ride Trips10-Day Grand Tour of Morocco from Casablanca
All of Morocco in ten days. From Casablanca, travel north to Rabat and the blue city of Chefchaouen, visit Roman Volubilis and Meknes, explore Fes with a local guide, ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes, cross the gorges and kasbahs to Marrakech and finish on the Atlantic coast in Essaouira.
Why is this the most popular tour from Casablanca?
Because it covers every side of Morocco without rushing: the imperial cities, Chefchaouen, the Sahara, the High Atlas and the Atlantic coast, with local guides in Fes and Marrakech, and it returns to Casablanca for your flight. For a slower version with more nights in Chefchaouen and Essaouira, see the 14-day Morocco at Leisure.
- 1 night Casablanca
- 1 night Chefchaouen
- 2 nights Fes
- 1 night desert camp
- 1 night Dades Valley
- 2 nights Marrakech
- 1 night Essaouira
How much driving is there on the 10-day Grand Tour of Morocco?
The whole route covers about 2,250 km by road. On this 10-day tour, 3 of the 10 days have little or no driving. Times below are approximate and include short stops for photos, lunch and visits.
| Day | Route | Distance | Driving time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Casablanca | — | Airport transfer only |
| Day 2 | Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen | about 340 km | 5–6 hours with stops |
| Day 3 | Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes | about 280 km | 4–5 hours with stops |
| Day 4 | Fes with a local guide | — | Little or no driving |
| Day 5 | Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga | about 470 km | 7–8 hours with stops |
| Day 6 | Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley | about 280 km | 4–5 hours with stops |
| Day 7 | Dades Valley → Valley of Roses → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech | about 330 km | 5–6 hours with stops |
| Day 8 | Marrakech with a local guide | — | Little or no driving |
| Day 9 | Marrakech → Essaouira | about 190 km | 3–4 hours with stops |
| Day 10 | Essaouira → Casablanca | about 370 km | 6–7 hours with stops |
Local desert team
We are based in Rissani, next to Merzouga, so the camels and camp are run by our own people.
Licensed local guides
Guided visits of the old medinas in Fes and Marrakech.
Private vehicle
Air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan with your own English-speaking driver-guide.
Three comfort levels
Basic, Mid-Range or Luxury hotels, riads and desert tents.
10-Day Grand Tour Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Casablanca
Pickup at Casablanca airport and transfer to your hotel. In the evening, visit the Hassan II Mosque and walk along the Corniche.
Overnight: Hotel in Casablanca
- Day 2
Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen
In Rabat, see the Royal Palace, the Chellah necropolis and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Continue into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the blue city.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Chefchaouen
- Day 3
Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
After breakfast, drive south to Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman ruins in Morocco, famous for their mosaics. In Meknes, see the Bab Mansour gate and the Royal Stables, then continue to Fes.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Fes
- Day 4
Fes with a local guide
A licensed local guide meets you at your riad and leads you into Fes el-Bali through the Bab Boujloud blue gate. Visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Al Quaraouiyine mosque and university, founded in 859 and often called the oldest university in the world, and the Chouara Tannery.
After lunch, see the golden gates of the Royal Palace and finish at a viewpoint over the old medina.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Fes
- Day 5
Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Cross the Middle Atlas through Ifrane and the cedar forest near Azrou, home to Barbary macaques, then continue through Midelt and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga.
Ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and spend the night in a desert camp with dinner and Berber music by the fire.
Overnight: Desert camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, dinner included
- Day 6
Merzouga → Rissani → Erfoud → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Watch the sunrise over the dunes and ride back by camel for a shower and breakfast. Drive through Rissani and Erfoud, known for its fossils, and the Ziz palm groves to Tinghir and the Todra Gorge, then on to the Dades Valley.
Overnight: Hotel in the Dades Valley, dinner included
- Day 7
Dades Valley → Valley of Roses → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech
Drive through the Valley of Roses and the Skoura palm grove to Ouarzazate, with its kasbahs and film studios. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, the UNESCO-listed ksar, then cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass to Marrakech.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Day 8
Marrakech with a local guide
Visit the Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia Mosque with a licensed local guide, then your driver takes you to the Majorelle Garden and the Yves Saint Laurent Museum.
In the evening, try street food on Jemaa el-Fna square or have mint tea on a rooftop café above it.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Day 9
Marrakech → Essaouira
Drive west through argan country to Essaouira, a relaxed Atlantic town with a blue-and-white medina and the Skala de la Ville ramparts. Enjoy fresh seafood by the port.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Essaouira
- Day 10
Essaouira → Casablanca
Drive back up the coast to Casablanca, with an optional stop depending on your flight time, and transfer to the airport or your hotel.
Tour ends at Casablanca airport or your hotel
Choose Your Comfort Level
Choose the level that suits you. The route and guides stay the same; only the hotels, riads and desert camp change.
Basic
- Clean 2–3 star hotels and guesthouses
- Simple traditional riads
- Standard tent in a desert camp
- Private rooms, breakfast included
Mid-Range
- Selected 3–4 star hotels
- Traditional riads with character
- Comfort desert tent with private bathroom
- Private rooms, breakfast included
Luxury
- Premium 4–5 star hotels and boutique riads
- Suites available on request
- Luxury desert tent with en-suite bathroom
- Breakfast included, selected dinners
Included & Not Included
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Local guides in Fes and Marrakech
- 9 nights in hotels, riads and a desert camp
- Camel ride in Merzouga
- Breakfast every day
- Dinners in Merzouga and the Dades Valley
- Pickup and drop-off in Casablanca
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Activities not listed in the itinerary
Questions About the 10-Day Grand Tour
Does this tour include Chefchaouen?
Yes. You spend a night in Chefchaouen on day 2.
How many nights in the desert?
One night in a desert camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, after a sunset camel ride.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast every day, plus dinners in Merzouga and the Dades Valley.
Can I end in Marrakech instead of Casablanca?
Yes. We can skip Essaouira and end in Marrakech to match your flights.
Can I choose a different hotel level?
Yes. This tour is available in Basic, Mid-Range and Luxury. The route, driver-guide and local guides stay the same; only the hotels, riads and desert camp change, along with the price.
How much driving is there on the 10-day Grand Tour of Morocco?
The whole route covers about 2,250 km by road. On this 10-day tour, 3 of the 10 days have little or no driving. The longest day is Day 5, Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga: about 470 km, 7–8 hours with stops. All times are approximate and include short stops.
How much does the 10-Day Grand Tour of Morocco tour cost?
The 10-Day Grand Tour of Morocco tour starts from €1,350 per person at Mid-Range level, based on 2 travelers sharing. The price depends on your group size and comfort level (Basic, Mid-Range or Luxury). Message us on WhatsApp at +212 669 576 091 for an exact quote.
How do I pay for this tour?
Send a 20% deposit by PayPal, Payoneer or international bank transfer (SWIFT) and your tour is confirmed automatically. Pay the remaining 80% on the first day of the tour, in cash (EUR, USD or MAD) or online. Cancel 11 days or more before the tour for a full refund of your deposit. See our booking terms.
Other grand tours: 8-day Imperial Cities, 12-day luxury desert tour and 14-day Morocco at Leisure.
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