Arrival in Casablanca

Hassan II Mosque - Upon arriving at Casablanca airport, your guide/driver from Deep Morocco Tours will welcome you and drive you to the city. Here, you’ll visit the grand Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco, the second largest in Africa, and the fifth largest in the world. It boasts the tallest minaret globally at 689 feet, equivalent to 60 stories, and can accommodate 105,000 worshipers, with 25,000 inside and 80,000 outside. You can also explore the Museum of Moroccan Judaism to learn about Jewish life in Morocco. Perhaps end your day with a meal or drink at the renowned Rick’s Café. Accommodation will be at Hotel Val D’Anfa or a similar establishment (BB).

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Casablanca - Rabat – Chefchaouen

Rabat - After a relaxed breakfast, we will drive to Chefchaouen via Rabat, the administrative capital. Here, you’ll see the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. The Hassan Tower, an unfinished project by Sultan Yacout Al Mansour of the Almohad dynasty, was intended to be the largest mosque but was left incomplete upon his death. The site is continuously guarded by elaborately dressed royal guards. You will also visit the Shallah and Oudays Kasbah. Then, we will continue through the foothills of the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, a unique city with white-washed walls and blue doors and windows. Influenced by Spanish and Moorish architecture, Chefchaouen offers a chance to visit the main square (Outa Hammam), Kasbah, and Ras ElMa, allowing for some unguided exploration or personal time.

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Rif - Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen

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Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

Volubilis - We will travel to Fes via Ouazzani and the Roman site of Volubilis. After a couple of hours, we will reach Volubilis, a well-preserved Roman site dating back to 225 BC, featuring beautiful mosaics from the 3rd century BC. Here, you will have a guided tour to learn about the Roman Empire. Next, we will head to Meknes, the Ismaili capital of Morocco, to see the impressive Bab Mansour gate, the granary, and the Sahrij Souani, used for irrigation and plantation. The visit also includes the Mulay Ismail Mausoleum. We will then continue to Fes via the highway.

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Fes Exploration Day

Fes - Begin your exploration of Fes, known as the “Spiritual City of Morocco.” Spend the morning exploring the Medina and its alleys, visiting sites of cultural and historical interest, including the Jewish quarter, the famous Al Karaouine Mosque and University (the oldest in the world), the Madrasa Bouanania, the Tanneries, and the Najjarine fountain. After lunch, we will drive you outside the Medina to see the Royal Palace gate, walk through the Jewish quarter “the Mellah,” and visit the pottery cooperative. In the afternoon, we will take you to one of the fortresses for a panoramic view of the entire Medina of Fes.

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Mosque and University Kairaouine - Al Karaouine Mosque and University

Bou Inania Madrasa - Madrasa Bouanania

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Fes – Ifrane - Azrou – Errachida - Merzouga – Sahara Desert

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Ifrane - Depart towards the southeast following the Caravan roads to Merzouga. Your first stop will be at Ifrane, known as the little Switzerland of Africa. En route to Midelt, we will stop at the Cedar forest, the largest in Morocco, in the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you might spot Barbarian apes. The journey continues through the high desert, revealing hints of the desert as you approach Er Rachidia. The trip proceeds along the lush Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet date palm grove, known for date cultivation. This area is the foundation of the Alaouite dynasty, the current ruling royal family in Morocco. Upon arrival in Merzouga, you will mount a camel led by an experienced camel man to explore the sand sea of Merzouga.

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Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Gargantas del Todra - Early in the morning, we will wake you to witness what might be the best sunrise of your life. After breakfast at the camp, you will trek back to the village of Merzouga. Along the way, you will appreciate the unique beauty of the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, which change with the light throughout the day. Next, we will head to Tinghir and the Todra Gorges, the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. After lunch in the heart of the gorge, we will drive through the Dades Valley, where you will see majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes.”

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Dadès Gorges - Dades Valley

Dades Valley - Rose Valley - Skoura - Ouarzazate - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Ait Ben Haddou - After a leisurely breakfast, we will drive to Marrakech, following the Caravan trail, which was the main route in the 17th century linking Marrakech to Timbuktu in Mali. Our first stop will be Ait Ben Haddou, offering numerous photo opportunities. The Kasbah, built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber chieftains, is now home to many Glaoui people. The journey continues through the majestic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m) over the High Atlas Mountains. We will stop along the way to enjoy the beauty of the mountains and authentic Berber villages built into the High Atlas range.

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Tizi n’Tichka - Tizi n’Tichka Pass

Marrakech Exploration Day

Marrakech - Today, enjoy a morning guided tour of Marrakech, known as the “Red City of Morocco.” Your local guide will ensure you see all sites of historical and cultural interest, including the Koutoubia Minaret, the Saadian tombs, the beautiful Bahia Palace, and the Ben Youssef Koranic School. End the morning by walking through the medina alleys, admiring the artisans at work before arriving at the famous Jamaa El Fna Square. After lunch at a nearby restaurant, visit the Majorelle gardens and take a short tour of Gueliz, the new city of Marrakech. After dinner, you can explore the square, entertained by magicians, storytellers, tooth pullers, and food sellers.

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Ben Youssef Madrasa - Ben Youssef Koranic School.

Jemaa el-Fnaa - Jamaa El Fna Square

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Rest & Relaxation Day

Deep Morocco Tours - Spend your second day in Marrakech either resting and relaxing or take a day trip to Essaouira. Another option is to participate in a cooking class and Hammam experience. We are happy to assist with any arrangements.

Marrakech and Departure

Deep Morocco Tours - Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, then take some time for last-minute souvenir shopping or a glass of mint tea at a local café by the Square. Your tour concludes at the airport, where we will bid you farewell and wish you a pleasant journey home.

• Services of Deep Morocco Tours’ guide/driver for the whole trip
• Camel ride to the sunset in the desert
• Luxurious camp in the Sahara Desert
• All accommodation as per itinerary or similar including all breakfasts
• Local guides’ fees where required (Fes and Marrakech)
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• All the VAT and tourist taxes
• Entrance fees to all historical sites as detailed in itinerary
• Airport pick up and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle

• Travel insurance and anything not mentioned above