Casablanca to Marrakech via Chefchouen (10 Days)

DAY 1: Casablanca —> Fes

Upon arrival at Casablanca International Airport (landing at xxx), you will meet your private English-speaking driver at the arrival hall. We will start our journey via Fes. On the way, we will explore one of the famous mosques, one of the largest in the world, known for its breathtaking hand-crafted beauty, built between 1987 and 1993. Then we continue our journey to Fes.

DAY 2: Fes Guided Tour

After breakfast, we will begin our guided tour in the Fes medina, one of the world’s largest walled cities. You will explore the narrow streets lined with fresh fruit, mounds of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets, and many other art objects of Morocco. We will visit the King’s Palace, the tanneries, potters, and the University of Al-Karaouine, one of the oldest existing universities in the world. For lunch, you will eat in a traditional restaurant in the heart of the medina. In the evening, we will have a short hike to the Tombe dei Merenidi to enjoy the amazing sunset and the stunning panoramic view of the Fes medina.

DAY 3: Fes —> Meknes —> Volubilis —> Chefchaouen

After breakfast, we will set out to Meknes to visit the Medina and Bab al-Mansour. After lunch, we will explore the 2000-year-old ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and get a picture of life during the Roman Empire. We will finish the trip at Chefchaouen, the famous blue city of Morocco in the Rif Mountains, where you will check in to your hotel and have a relaxing evening.

DAY 4: Chefchaouen Exploration

After breakfast, we will drive to Cascades d’Akchour for short hiking. On the way, you will enjoy the beautiful landscape and villages. Upon arrival at Cascades d’Akchour, you will see the breathtaking waterfalls, rivers, and valleys along the hiking trek. Depending on the weather, you may swim in the crystal-clear river. A picnic lunch in the valley will be an unforgettable highlight of the trip. After lunch, we will head back to Chefchaouen. In the evening, you will have a short hike to the Spanish Mosque to enjoy the beautiful sunset and full view of Chefchaouen. You can have dinner at Place Outa el Hammam, visit the Kasbah, and enjoy a relaxing night.

DAY 5: Chefchaouen —> Tetouan —> Tangier

After breakfast, we leave Chefchaouen, the blue pearl city of Morocco, via the city of Tetouan, where we will stop to explore this amazing and wonderful small city. Along the way, we will take pictures of nature and small villages. After that, we will continue heading to Tangier, the bride city of North Morocco.

DAY 6: Tangier —> Asilah —> Larache —> Rabat

After breakfast, we will visit the medina and the American Legation, where you can learn about the history of relations between Morocco and the USA, and Cap Spartel, where you can enjoy the amazing view at the intersection of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Afterward, we will start our journey to Rabat, stopping at Asilah, a charming small coastal town founded by the Phoenicians. Then we will continue to Larache, an important harbor town in the Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region. Finally, we will head to Rabat, Morocco’s capital, resting along the shores of the Bouregreg River and the Atlantic Ocean. After lunch in Larache, we will continue our journey to Rabat, where you will enjoy a relaxing night.

DAY 7: Rabat —> El Jadida —> Essaouira

After breakfast, we will visit the Kasbah of Oudayas. This Berber-era royal fort is surrounded by formal French-designed gardens and overlooks the ocean. The city’s iconic Hassan Tower, a 12th-century minaret, soars above the ruins of a mosque. We will continue our journey to Essaouira, stopping at El Jadida for lunch and sightseeing at the Portuguese city and Portuguese cistern. Afterward, we will drive to Essaouira and check in to your riad. In the afternoon, you can experience a camel ride or horse ride under the sunset in Essaouira, followed by dinner and a relaxing night in this beautiful coastal city.

DAY 8: Essaouira —> Marrakech

After breakfast, we will explore the old medina, ramparts, and beach of Essaouira. You can have lunch in the seafood market. After lunch, we will drive to Marrakech, on the way seeing numerous big Argan trees, where goats frequently climb. Argan oil is handmade and traditionally produced by women. You will have the opportunity to see how this precious oil is made. Upon arrival in Marrakech, check in to your riad and visit the famous Djemaa el-Fna, the central square of the medina and one of Marrakech’s main attractions.

DAY 9: Marrakech Guided Tour

After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the riad, and you will enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech. You will explore major attractions such as the medina, Koutoubia Mosque, Jardin Majorelle, Jardin Menara, and Palais De La Bahia. In the evening, you can visit the famous Djemaa el-Fna again and have dinner there.

DAY 10: Marrakech Departure to Your Airport

After breakfast, you will check out of the hotel and be transferred to the airport for departure.