15-Day Tour in Morocco: An Odyssey through the Sahara and the Imperial Cities
Discover Morocco tour 15 days from Casablanca journey that will take you through a wide range of unique landscapes and cultures, from the vibrant imperial cities to the silent dunes of the Sahara. This tour allows you to explore the fascinating cities of Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, and Marrakech, all UNESCO World Heritage sites, and guides you through the imposing Atlas Mountains to ancient kasbahs and Berber villages. You’ll experience an authentic night under the stars in the Sahara Desert, ride camels across the majestic dunes of Erg Chebbi, and discover the vibrant energy of Essaouira with its Portuguese fortifications and Atlantic-facing port.
Tour Morocco Itinerary: Tour 15 days from Casablanca
Casablanca – Rabat – Tangier – Chefchaouen – Fez – Erfoud – Ouarzazate – Marrakech – Essaouira – Casablanca
Highlights:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Morocco: Rabat, Volubilis, Fez, Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech, Essaouira.
Sahara Desert Camps, High Atlas Mountains.
Details of the Tour 15 days from Casablanca
Day 1: Arrival – Casablanca – Rabat
Upon your arrival in Casablanca, you will be welcomed by our local guide-driver at the airport. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Rabat (approximately a 1-hour drive). After arriving in Rabat, check in and enjoy some free time to rest / Tour 15 days from Casablanca
Overnight: Rabat
Day 2: Rabat – Tangier Tour 15 days from Casablanca 2025
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Tangier. Upon arrival, enjoy a tour of Tangier and its surroundings, including Cape Spartel and the Caves of Hercules. Be enchanted by the picturesque views of the Atlantic Ocean and the famous Strait of Gibraltar, a perfect photographic opportunity. On this day, you will also visit the ancient Medina of Tangier, the Kasbah, the Roman cemetery, and the Grand Socco. Arrival at the hotel and check-in in Tangier.
Accommodation: Tangier / Meals: Breakfast Tour 15 days from Casablanca
Day 3: Tangier – Chefchaouen
After breakfast at the hotel, head to Chefchaouen. With its blue-washed houses, bustling squares, and winding alleys, the best way to discover this historic center is on foot. Your afternoon tour includes Outa el-Hammam Square, the cobbled Medina, and the Tarik Ben Ziad Mosque, whose octagonal minaret is inspired by Seville’s Torre del Oro. This Andalusian architecture is also reflected in the Kasbah and its gardens at the center of the medina. The rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the charm of Chefchaouen on your own.
Overnight: Chefchaouen / Meals: Breakfast Tour 15 days from Casablanca 2025
Day 4: Chefchaouen – Fez
After breakfast at the hotel, leave Chefchaouen for Fez in the afternoon. During the transfer, enjoy brief sightseeing stops, including a visit to the ruins of the ancient city of Volubilis and the holy city of Moulay Idriss. Upon arrival in Fez, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Overnight: Fez / Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Exploring Fez Tour 15 days from Casablanca
After breakfast, begin your guided tour of the Fez Medina, a perfect introduction to your journey in Morocco. You will explore the narrow streets filled with fresh fruit, a variety of spices, intricately woven Berber rugs, and many other Moroccan art pieces. Continue your visit to the UNESCO site: Al Quaraouiyyine University, El-Attarine Medersas, and the 13th-century tanneries.
Overnight: Fez / Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Fez – Erfoud – Merzouga
After breakfast at the hotel, depart early in the morning for Erfoud (approximately 7 hours by car) passing through the Middle Atlas Mountains along the way. This journey continues through the spectacular Ziz Gorge, passing the ancient holy city of Rissani, where you will find the ruins of Sijilmasa, once a capital and trading post for ancient caravan routes of the 8th century. Upon arriving in Erfoud, continue your adventure towards the Erg Chebbi Dunes, possibly the largest dunes in the Sahara Desert. The camels will be ready, saddled, and waiting for you to experience an incredible journey among the Sahara’s sand dunes. Watch the sunset from the desert dunes and be amazed by the tranquility and the changing colors of the landscape.
Overnight: Sahara Desert Camp / Meals: Breakfast and Dinner 15 days tours from Casablanca
Day 7: Merzouga – Erfoud – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou
Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the Sahara. After breakfast, the camels will take you back to your vehicle’s meeting point, where you will have breakfast before heading to Ouarzazate. Along the way, stop at the Todra Gorge for wonderful photos. Before reaching Ouarzazate, pass through Skoura Oasis as one of the most beautiful date palm valleys, and reach Ouarzazate, a small military town with an interesting history of ancient caravan traffic along Africa’s salt routes. Continue after lunch to spend the night in the largest film studio village in the world, called Ait Ben Haddou.
Overnight: Ait Ben Haddou / Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Ait Ben Haddou – Imlil
Visit Ait Ben Haddou and continue to the village of Telouet, crossing the Tichka Pass. Arrive in Imlil to stay with a Berber family.
Overnight: Imlil / Meals: Breakfast and Dinner 15 days tours from Casablanca
Day 9: Imlil – Essaouira
Imlil is a small village located in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. Today’s journey will take you on a deep discovery of the local Berbers to learn about traditions and customs that span thousands of years, with direct interaction with the Berbers, and enjoy wonderful landscapes along the way. The village lies at the foot of Mount Toubkal, standing at 4,167 meters, a major attraction for mountain enthusiasts for hiking, ice climbing, or skiing in Morocco. Explore high-altitude plateaus for transhumant Berbers, learn about Berber lifestyles in the valleys, and visit various Berber villages with traditional architecture, terraced fields built at the base of high mountains, and magnificent views of the Toubkal range and surrounding mountains. Enjoy a wide range of sublime views during this journey before heading to the coast to explore Essaouira . Accommodation: Essaouira / Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 10: Essaouira Tour 15 days from Casablanca
In the morning, take a guided historical tour to visit the fortifications surrounding the city, built by the Portuguese, which contribute to Essaouira’s charm. You will have time to see other attractions, including the port where a daily supply of fresh fish is available and the vast beach extending to the south. As a former Jewish settlement, the best surviving workshop is the goldsmith’s workshop for any hobby. The guided tour will last 3 hours with an included lunch experience if you enjoy fresh fish cooked on the grill as the locals do! The rest of the day is free after lunch.
Accommodation: Essaouira / Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 11: Essaouira – Marrakech
A free morning to relax and explore the rest of this beautiful and relaxing city before driving to Marrakech for 3 hours.
Overnight: Marrakech / Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Marrakech
The morning city tour with a local guide starts at 9:00 AM from your accommodation towards the walls of Marrakech, where there are many interesting historical sites such as the Koutoubia Mosque, dating back to the 12th century and representing the city’s glory and deep history. You will discover the 17th-century Saadian Tombs, the beautiful 19th-century Bahia Palace, and the famous souks of Marrakech. You will be amazed by the number of stalls, colors, smells, and various products found in the souks. It is a great place to buy gifts for yourself and your loved ones. Enjoy a mint tea on one of the terraces to conclude the tour of the Red City, offering a stunning view of the magical Jemaa el-Fnaa square that you will remember forever.
Overnight: Marrakech / Meals: Breakfast
Day 13: Marrakech
A free day to relax and further explore Marrakech.
Overnight: Marrakech / Meals: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner at Jemaa el-Fnaa
Day 14: Marrakech – Casablanca
Departure for Casablanca. Free time to explore the city or do some last-minute shopping.
Overnight: Casablanca / Meals: Breakfast
Day 15: Departure from Casablanca
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
This 15-day tour of Morocco will offer you an unforgble experience, rich in emotions and discoveries. From the imperial cities to the expanses of the Sahara, from the green mountains to the blue ocean, each stop will be a piece of the cultural mosaic of this magnificent country. During the trip, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history and traditions of Morocco, visiting iconic places like Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman city in the country, and the famous Ait Ben Haddou village, where time seems to have stopped. Don’t miss the chance to experience an authentic and adventurous journey, discovering the many facets of a country that knows how to surprise in every corner.
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