10-day private Morocco tourThe grand Morocco journey: cities, kasbahs and Sahara
A private 10-day itinerary from Casablanca to Marrakech. Follow historic medinas and Roman remains, cross the Atlas and experience the Sahara at a comfortable pace.
A grand route from Atlantic capital to desert
Arrive in Casablanca · onward to Rabat
Private airport meet-and-greet, then transfer to Rabat. If arrival time allows, take an easy orientation walk near the Oudayas and Bouregreg river. Overnight in a selected riad or hotel.
Overnight: Rabat — Riad Kalaa or a similar medina riad, subject to date and room rate.
Practical note: Share flight details in advance. A direct transfer or short stop depends on landing time and traffic.
Rabat: a capital with layered histories
Visit the Kasbah of the Oudayas, Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, with a licensed local guide. Rabat brings together Almohad heritage, Andalusian influences and early-20th-century urban planning. Overnight Rabat.
Overnight: Rabat — second night at the selected Rabat property.
Practical note: Visit the main sights at a walking pace with breaks; confirm guide and entrance inclusions in the dated proposal.
Rabat to Meknes and Volubilis
Drive inland to Meknes for the imperial gates and historic quarter. Continue to Volubilis, where Roman-era mosaics and public buildings sit in an open archaeological landscape. Overnight in Meknes or Fes, depending on hotel choice.
Overnight: Meknes or Fes — night location is stated in the dated plan; staying in Meknes changes the following day’s transfer.
Practical note: Volubilis is an exposed archaeological site; wear a hat and comfortable walking shoes.
Arrive in Fes · medina orientation
Transfer to Fes and settle into your riad. Enjoy a gentle first walk or a rooftop welcome tea; the old medina is dense and best explored with a guide the following day.
Overnight: Fes — selected medina riad such as Riad Fès or another cost-fitting property.
Practical note: Keep arrival day light. Medina lanes are easier to understand with a guide the next morning.
Fes el Bali: craft, scholarship and daily life
Spend a full guided day among the medina lanes, historic madrasas, artisan quarters and souks. Your guide explains the city’s scholarly history and living craft traditions. Visit viewpoints and selected sites according to opening times and your interests.
Overnight: Fes — second night at the selected riad.
Practical note: Set aside most of the day for the medina. Your guide can tailor the walk to crafts, architecture, food or history.
Fes to the Sahara gateway
Travel south through changing landscapes toward the Ziz Valley and Merzouga. This is a long road day; a private driver and planned breaks make it more comfortable. Arrive at a hotel or camp before evening, subject to route and season.
Overnight: Merzouga area — hotel or camp named in the offer; transfer/activity inclusions are itemised.
Practical note: This is a long transfer day. Plan for regular stops and shorter daylight in winter; meals are included only if listed.
Erg Chebbi sunrise and desert experience
Enjoy sunrise, breakfast and a gentle desert activity selected in advance—such as a camel walk or 4x4 transfer if included. Spend the day at a relaxed pace and enjoy the camp or kasbah setting rather than immediately driving onward.
Overnight: Merzouga area — second night at the same confirmed desert property.
Practical note: Choose a relaxed desert day or a pre-agreed activity. Confirm camel, 4x4 and camp inclusions in writing.
Dades and kasbah country
Travel west through Rissani and the Todra or Dades region. Stops may include a palm oasis, local market or gorge viewpoint. Overnight in a selected kasbah-style property.
Overnight: Dades Valley — Dar Essalama or a similar locally run guesthouse; confirm meal plan.
Practical note: The route and gorge stop depend on timing. An extra Dades night makes the journey easier.
Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate
Visit Aït Benhaddou with a local guide and continue over the High Atlas toward Marrakech. This is another substantial drive day; an extra night near Ouarzazate makes the route gentler.
Overnight: Marrakech — named riad or hotel chosen for your flight time and budget.
Practical note: Allow a long drive over the pass. Visit Aït Benhaddou before the hottest part of the day when possible.
Marrakech farewell or departure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and a short Marrakech visit if your flight allows, then transfer to the airport. For an evening departure, add a medina walk or garden visit; for an early flight, we arrange the transfer directly.
Practical note: For early flights, transfer directly to the airport; a short city visit is only practical for later departures.
Why this route works
The itinerary follows Morocco’s historic urban centers before turning south through the Atlas and pre-Saharan landscapes. Rabat presents the meeting of historic and modern capital; Fes offers an exceptionally rich living medina; Volubilis preserves Roman-era remains; the desert and southern ksour reveal another architectural and cultural region.
We have allowed two nights in Fes and two around the Sahara region so guests can experience rather than simply pass through. For a slower premium journey, add a night in the Dades valley or Ouarzazate and fly between Fes and Marrakech only if airline schedules suit your dates.
UNESCO: Rabat · UNESCO World Heritage in MoroccoHotel and guest arrangements
- Nine nights: riads/hotels in Rabat, Fes and south, with camp category specified
- Private vehicle and driver for the road itinerary
- Local licensed guides for Rabat, Volubilis, Fes and Aït Benhaddou as selected
- Breakfast daily; lunches and dinners clearly listed in the final offer
- Room configuration, private bathrooms and single supplements confirmed in writing
- Domestic flight or airport transfer only if shown in the confirmed plan
Comfort note
This itinerary includes two long transfer days. Add a night in the south or shorten the route if you prefer less time in the vehicle.
Ten-day private journey for two with premium stays across the country and private transfers; meals, guides and camp category confirmed in writing.
Starting rate for two guests sharing a twin/double room in the premium comfort category. Seasonal room availability and the final meal, guide and activity plan are confirmed in your itemised written proposal.
Request your dated proposalBefore reserving
Can we start in Marrakech instead?
Yes. We can reverse the route or remove a region. The transfer logic and hotel nights will be adjusted for your flights.
Can you accommodate vegetarian or allergy diets?
Tell us all dietary requirements before deposit. We will confirm meal arrangements with each property and note any limitations.
Are entrance tickets and meals included?
Only those explicitly listed in the final written itinerary. The booking summary separates included items and optional extras.