Overview of the 12 Day Morocco Tour From Casablanca
Tour from Casablanca to Morocco 12 days. particularly during these 12 days/ 11 nights you will be moving round the four imperial cities and the Sahara desert. From the Northern part of Morocco; landing at Casablanca city. Later, moved to Rabat which is the capital of Morocco also it offer tour to Chefchaouen which is also known as the blue city. In addition to Volubilis; roman town, Meknes the Ismaili capital, and Fes the culture city. Then south bound we go to the Moroccan Switzerland ‘Ifrane and the cedar forest. Also, agile tourists must visit Midelt, Ziz valley, and Rissani traditional or Sufi market, Erfoud which is known as fossils town. Besides, you will visit the saharan desert of Merzouga while in the tour. Where you will ride a camel back, sleep in a tent or even a Bedouin encampment in the middle of the great Sahara.
Furthermore, watch the sunset and sunrise while you will be in the middle of sandy dunes of the Sahara. Others are the ‘Todra and Dades gorges,’ the ‘Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. ’ Also, don’t overlook the fact that High Atlas mountains and or the Tizi-n-Tichka pass as your travel through the region. Finally enjoying sight seeing in the two Moroccan cities of Marrakech and Essaouira. It terminates in Casablanca.
Highlights of the 12 Day Morocco Tour From Casablanca
Go to the place; Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
Discover Rabat’s historical landmarks.
Wander Chefchaouen’s blue streets.
Go to Volubilis that is believed to be an ancient town of Romans.
Stroll Meknes’ imperial sites.
Camel riding is also another interesting way that enables people to carry out a tour in Merzougah.
Wonder at the CIFFs in Todra Gorge which is perfect for the day trip.
This one is a must visit; there is still a community living here; explore the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah.
Included / Excluded of the 12 Days Tour From Casablanca
To help you plan your12 Days Tour From Casablanca , we have put together a list of what’s included and what’s not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your Morocco Itinerary 12 days begins.
- Transfer back and forth from your hotel / riad with a professional French speaking driver.
- Breakfast, dinner, dromedary ride (return to camp), hotel accommodation (Gorges de Todra) and Touareg tent at the dunes of Merzouga.
- Possibility of visiting a real women’s cooperative of Argan oil for free.
- Gasoil Minibus or comfortable 4×4 has air conditioning.
- Lunch, Drinks and personal expenses.
- Entrance fees to the studio and the Kasbah.
- Tip for the driver.
Program of of the 12 Day Tour From Casablanca
Welcome to your Morocco 12 day tour; on day one our tour guide comes to pick you up from the airport, the port, or your hotel in Casablanca. What people ought to know is that Casablanca is acknowledged as the economical capital of Morocco though it is the largest city in the region. First of all, there is the mosque Hassan II, which is the largest mosque in Morocco built near the sea in the western part of the city. It is located on a cliff right on the band of the Atlantic ocean shore. Free time for lunch. Thereby, we stroll through the city; We also observe the Cornish part of the city of Casablanca which is very interesting. A night in a hotel entails several services and commodities due to the following
DAY 2 – Casablanca to Rabat the capital – Chefchaouen
After the breakfast we can go to Rabat by the car, choosing the coastal road. Historically one of the four Imperial Cities of Morocco although at the present time and officially it is the capital city of the Kingdom of Morocco. It is located in the north western area of the properly called Morocco. On this tour you will focus on Moroccan capital and during the tour the following attractions/areas will be included. Including : Such wonderful buildings that are still existing and can be seen in Morocco can provide quite a lot of information and deep interesting facts; one of these places is the Hassan tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V and Kasbah of Oudaya. Free time for lunch. Afternoon, we move north passing by Ouazzane over to the blue city of chefchaouen set in the Rif mountains. Accommodation in a hotel
DAY 3 – Sightseeing Chefchaouen the blue city
The next destination will be the Chefchaouen the blue city After breakfast we will be proceeding for a city tour of the area. Interestingly, one of the well-known “noms de plume” is Achaoun the meaning of which in Berber is translated to horns. Is located in the Rif mountains of the NW region in Morocco. It is famous for the facilities and some of the very thin roads with white and blue calligraphy. First as a warm up we shall start wandering around in its beautiful, traditional Medina. Which has so many beautiful blue colours original doors and yellowed walls. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon there are sightseeing tours to Spanish mosque. In sum, this place is located at the top of the highest area through which one can be able to have the aerial view of the whole blue city. Finally, the last destination is the hotel where you are put up at. Spend the night in the same hotel for better convenience.
DAY 4 – Chefchaouen to the Roman ruins of Volubilis- Meknes – Fes
You can then proceed to visit in the beautiful alleys of the blue-city that is Chefchaouen after having your breakfast. We then follow it up with a tour at the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Volubilis. Indeed, it is well preserved, this area has been listed by the UNESCO as a world heritage site. It still has many more of mosaic works that are affixed all over and pillars and gateways that are as ancient as the construction of the building. Next up, we engage in the ruins walking after which we drive for 30Km to visit Meknes, that is an Ismaili capital and among the imperial cities. In which we will be discovering Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani basin, the Royal stables, the granary and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Then we continue to Fes. Accommodation in Arabic House known as “Riad” through out the night.
DAY 5 – Guided Tour Sightseeing Fes
Concerning the schedule of the Highlights of Fes guided tour, we set it for the day. This city is among the famous imperial cities and is at the same time the most recognized cultural and religious city in Morocco. First of all, we wake up early enough in the morning to come and watch the Royal palace gate. Then, the well-preserved medieval Medina, which, in the present day, falls under the umbrella of the UNESCO’s World Heritage. You will go to the Blue gate or Bab Boujloud where one enters the old Medina. Which seems to be a throughway and lanes. You will enter the Medina to visit Bouanania Medrasa the fountain of Najjarine tanneries. And finally of course the Quaraouin mosque and university believe it or not is the oldest university in the world. We then drive around the Medina before proceeding to visit the Jewish of the city that is known as Mellah. In the later part of the day, we move to an ancient castle whereby one can have the feeling of the old Medina and Fes city. Last, go back to your Riad, It may mark the halt of sightseeing but it might not mean the curtain call on the fun that can be had in Marrakech.
DAY 6 – Fes to Ifrane – Cedars forest- Midelt – Ziz valley – Merzouga Sahara
After the hearty meal, we proceeded southwards towards Imouzzer and then to Ifrane. It is therefore defined by low temperature, snow and the style of architecture of the houses which is alpine. It for this reason is referred to as the ‘Switzerland of Morocco’. After the twelve day morocco tour , travelers are taken to the cedars forest which is home to the Barbary macaque. However, it is permissible to feed them ever time when a man is roaming in the forest. Following that, we go to Midelt and there will be no activity on this stop, although clients have the option to order for lunch. We then move to Merzouga passing through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and then to the Valley of Ziz. Enormous stop for the time watching the view. In the afternoon we get to the saharian village of Merzouga where you switched to camels and cross dunes of sand. A dining break will be made on the top of one of the big dunes to have an excellent view of the setting sun. Nevertheless, you move to the camp. Which is an establishment and service type halfway between that of the tents of the nomadic tribes and the provision of a hotel. Where you can listen the Berber drums music, dancing in circles around the camp fire with friends and don’t have a roof over you head with stars shining in front of you. Dinner and overnight in the camp, Guide: After this we shall have our dinners in the evening and sleep in the camps at night.
DAY 7 – Explore Merzouga region to Nomads – Khamlia – Merzouga lake – Erg Chebbi – palm grove
The sumptuous meal taken, we advanced in the southern direction towards Imouzzer and then to the hill station of Ifrane. It is therefore indicated by low temperature, snow and the manner in which the houses are constructed, that is the alpine kind. As a result, it is given the epithet of the ‘Switzerland of Morocco’. After the 12 day morocco tour travellers are taken to the cedars forest where there is a resident colony of the Barbary macaque. But it is allowed ever time when a man is roaming in the forest According to the verse the answer is Yes. After that, we proceed to Midelt and there will not be any operations on this halt, however, clients can order for lunch. We then head to Merzouga crossing the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass then to the valley of Ziz. Big pause for the time to watch the view. In the afternoon we get to the saharian village of Merzouga where you switched to camels and cross dunes of sand. A dining break will be taken on the top of one of the big dunes to have optimal view of the setting sun. Nonetheless, you transfer to the camp. What is an intermediate facility and service category between the permanent tents of the nomads and the provision of a hotel? where u can listen the Berber drums music, dancing in circles around the camp fire with friends and IF for us there is no roof over head and stars are shining in front of us. Dinner and overnight in the camp, Guide: After this we shall have our dinners in the evening and sleep in the camps at night as it will be relatively safer compared to the day with bush fires looming in the area.
DAY 8 – Merzouga Sahara to Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
The next stop is Rissani town that is a former capital of Tafilalet, which is located after leaving the desert. Rissani is still one of the most significant trade centers of the area with the big market, especially, the souk operates at its best on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. Rissani souk appears to be relatively unimpressive; however, we head out to Erfoud to pay a visit to one of the fossilized marble producing factories. We then move through the palm grove of Touroug and Tinjdad to get to Todra Gorge. Through mountain range the Todra river has hewed the high red cliff sided canyon like the Grand Canyon. They are popular dearest for those people who like to rock climbing. One may get through some gorges and may actually see the rocks to the astonishment of the mesmerizing nature. Dining out at a restaurant to take lunch and be present. Next we continue to the Dades valley which is passing through Boumalne Dades. Probable and essential detours to the monkey fingers’ rock sculpture and one particular spot on the top of a hill that overlooks the Dades valley. Last of all, dinner and accommodation in a hotel is another contingency plan.
In the morning after take foods, we continue our jouorney to the south and the place we are heading is Kalaa Magouna where we will have a tour to Rose valley. Also may, is the Rose Festival, where the people display their Rose products in the sectors of perfumes, the rose-water, oil, cosmetics etc. We then move further and cross the palm groves of Skoura, and then come across Ouarzazate; here we see the movie studios. We leave to visit probably the most famous place – Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. An armed confederation that has been compiled within the World Heritage sites under the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. Furthermore, the Kasbah has appeared in many movies including : To mention but a few are gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and many others. And of course drama series like Game of Thrones. We then go to Marrakesh by road through the Tizi-N-Tichka, road and the High Atlas. This will be done to capture pictures of various interesting places and during the break a lunch will be undertaken. Regarding the overnight staying in a Riad, it is needful to ascertain that each client must make an overnight stay in Marrakech.
DAY 10 – Guided tour sightseeing Marrakech –
In the morning after taking early breakfast there will be a guide sight seeing trip and the destination will be Highights of Marrakech. In this context the city can be placed among four Imperial cities of Morocco. The visit includes : the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Quranic mosque, and a stroll in the largest souk in Mareocco. Restaurant lunch break near to the place of Jemaa El-Fna square. The next day you visit the Koutoubia, the biggest Mosque in Marrakesh then the Majorelle garden. The last step is to go to the booked hotel To advise about what type of hotel to book it is recommended to read the following articles. Therefore, it would be quite appropriate to wander around the central area of Marrakech, Jemaa El-Fna, without a guide.
DAY 11 : Marrakech to Essaouira –
In the morning after breakfast, we drive westward to what is considered to be Morocco’s most attractive cities, Essaouira. Along the way there are also some photo-stops to the typical residents of Morocco that are the goats sitting on the Argan trees. and also for Wide screen ones as well. We get to the Mogador city which is also known as Essaouira; One of the prominent coastal city in the Kingdom of Morocco. In which we sharp the fishing port converting it into the ancient rampart with goose guns; and the old Medina as well. The last but not the least make a move to the hotel. Overnight stay in Essaouira.
DAY 12 Essaouira to Casablanca :
On the last day of your 12 day tour in Morocco, whether it is at night or in the morning depending with the time of the flight. Pulling out of Essaouria, we drive along the coast. Stops will also be taken on the way in order to effectively take some scenic information From time to time. Finally, we get to the Casablanca airport, now the trip to Morocco is ended at this place in this particular case.
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