15 Day Tour from Casablanca: The 1000 Kasbahs of Morocco
A private 15-day journey through Morocco's imperial cities, ancient kasbahs and the breathtaking Sahara. Explore Rabat, Tangier, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Fes and Marrakech, cross the Atlas past Berber villages and dramatic gorges, ride camels over the golden dunes to a luxury desert camp, and discover legendary earthen fortresses like Ait Ben Haddou and the Taourirt Kasbah. Perfect for history lovers and explorers.
- Duration: 15 days, 14 nights
- Starts and ends: Casablanca
- Route: Casablanca → Rabat → Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes → Merzouga → Todra → Dades → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech → Casablanca
- Comfort level: VIP, with 5-star hotels, riads and a luxury desert camp
- Price: from $2,010 per person (see Prices)
- Tour code: T1K1514
Highlights
- All four imperial cities: Rabat, Meknes, Fes and Marrakech
- Chefchaouen's cobalt-blue alleyways in the Rif Mountains
- Volubilis, Morocco's best-preserved Roman archaeological site
- Camel rides over golden dunes and a night in a luxury Sahara camp
- The cliffs of the Todra Gorge and the rock formations of the Dades Valley
- Film locations including Ait Ben Haddou (Game of Thrones, Gladiator)
- The High Atlas by the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka pass
Day by Day
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
Your guide meets you at Mohammed V International Airport and takes you to your hotel. After some rest, visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest in the world, set on the ocean's edge. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner of traditional Moroccan cuisine.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 2: Casablanca → Rabat → Tangier
Explore Rabat, Morocco's elegant capital: the Hassan Tower, an unfinished 12th-century minaret, and the Kasbah of the Udayas above the Atlantic. In the afternoon, drive along the coast to Tangier, where Africa meets Europe, for an evening stroll on the Corniche.
Overnight in Tangier.
Day 3: Tangier → Tetouan → Chefchaouen
Visit Tetouan, a UNESCO-listed city with a white Andalusian medina and artisan markets, then continue into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the Blue Pearl of Morocco.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 4: Full Day in Chefchaouen
Enjoy a morning walk up to the Spanish Mosque for a panoramic view over the town and mountains. Spend the rest of the day in the medina, browsing handicrafts or relaxing in a café.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 5: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
Discover the mosaics and ruins of Roman Volubilis, then the imperial city of Meknes with the Bab Mansour gate and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. End the day in Fes, Morocco's spiritual and cultural heart.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 6: Full Day in Fes
A guided tour of the UNESCO-listed medina, with the Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest continually operating university in the world, the Chouara Tanneries, the madrasas and artisan workshops.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 7: Fes → Ifrane → Azrou → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Drive south via Ifrane ("Little Switzerland") and the cedar forest of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Continue through the palm groves and Berber villages of the Ziz Valley to Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara.
Overnight in Merzouga.
Day 8: Full Day in the Sahara
Explore the desert by 4x4 or visit a nomad family. Later, ride a camel through the Erg Chebbi dunes to your luxury desert camp in time for sunset, followed by Berber music, dancing and stargazing.
Overnight in a desert camp.
Day 9: Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Travel west to the Todra Gorge, with canyon walls over 300 metres high. Continue to the Dades Valley, known for its "Monkey Fingers" rock formations, rose cultivation and kasbahs.
Overnight in the Dades Valley.
Day 10: Dades → Skoura → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou
Follow the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Skoura oasis and the Amridil Kasbah. Visit Ouarzazate and its Atlas Film Studios, then the UNESCO-listed ksar of Ait Ben Haddou.
Overnight in or near Ait Ben Haddou.
Day 11: Ait Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech
Cross the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m) with stunning views of the High Atlas, and arrive in Marrakech for an evening at leisure.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 12: Full Day in Marrakech
Explore Jemaa el-Fnaa square, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace, the Majorelle Garden and the Saadian Tombs, and soak up the sights, sounds and scents of the Red City.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 13: Marrakech → Casablanca
A free morning for shopping or a hammam, then transfer back to Casablanca for a farewell dinner.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 14: Free Day in Casablanca
Spend the day at your own pace: relax on the Corniche, visit the Morocco Mall or have coffee at Rick's Café.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 15: Departure
Transfer to Mohammed V Airport for your flight home.
This itinerary can be customised to suit you. For a shorter trip, see the 12-day tour from Tangier.
Prices
Prices are per person for a private tour and depend on group size:
- 2 to 3 people: $2,980 per person
- 4 to 5 people: $2,520 per person
- 6 to 8 people: $2,360 per person
- 9 to 12 people: $2,190 per person
- 13 to 15 people: $2,010 per person
Ask for a quote for your dates
Included
- Private transport and fuel
- Expert local driver-guide
- Hotels with dinner and breakfast
- Desert camp with dinner and breakfast
- Camel ride in the Sahara
- Local guides in the cities
Not included: flights, lunches, entrance fees and tips.
Good to Know
- Driving: some days involve 4 to 6 hours on the road, always through stunning scenery, in air-conditioned vehicles. Roads are mostly paved, with some rough stretches near the desert.
- Dress and culture: dress modestly, especially in Fes, Meknes and rural areas. Medina alleys are maze-like, so stay close to your guide.
- Money: cash (dirhams) is preferred in small shops, camps and rural areas; ATMs are found in the cities. Bargain in the souks and tip guides, drivers and camp staff 10 to 20 dirhams.
- Weather and packing: desert days are hot and nights cold, so pack layers, sturdy shoes, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi is good in hotels but limited in the desert and mountains; a local SIM helps. Plugs are Type C/E (220V).
- Health: drink bottled water, choose freshly cooked food and stay hydrated in the desert.
Reviews
"My sister and I had an incredible 15-day private tour with MLT. As two female travelers, we felt completely safe. Our guide, Otman, was exceptional, and MLT arranged 5-star hotels, charming riads and a luxurious desert camp." Claire, United States
"This luxurious tour from Casablanca was exceptional! Our local guide made Fes and Marrakech come alive, while Chefchaouen's blue streets and the Sahara's golden dunes took our breath away. Impeccable service and top-tier accommodations." Jackie, Australia
"We can't thank Said, Ahmed and the team enough for organizing our perfect 15-day family trip! Our multi-generational group loved exploring Chefchaouen, Fes, the Sahara and Marrakech with ease." Sam, Canada