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14 Day Morocco Tour from Casablanca: The Full Loop

The easiest way to see all of Morocco when your flight is a return to Casablanca: a full loop through the north, the Sahara, the south and the Atlantic coast.

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14 days / 13 nightsStarts in CasablancaEnds in CasablancaPrivate tour
Casablanca→Rabat→Chefchaouen→Akchour→Volubilis→Meknes→Fes→Ifrane→Midelt→Merzouga→Rissani→Todra Gorge→Dades Valley→Aït Benhaddou→Marrakech→Essaouira→Casablanca

About this 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca

Our 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca is a full loop that ends where it starts. It suits travellers with a return flight to Casablanca.

First, you visit the Hassan II Mosque and the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat. Then you spend two nights in Chefchaouen, with a hike to the Akchour waterfalls. After that, Volubilis, Meknes and Fes show you the imperial past. Next, you cross the Middle Atlas to Merzouga for a quad ride and a camel trek to camp. The road then leads through the gorges and Aït Benhaddou to Marrakech. Finally, two nights in Essaouira end the trip by the ocean. In short, our 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca is private and runs on your dates.

Highlights of this 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca

  • Hassan II Mosque
  • Kasbah of the Udayas
  • Akchour waterfalls hike
  • Volubilis & Meknes
  • Guided Fes medina
  • Quad & camel ride in the Sahara
  • Rissani market
  • Dades canyon hike
  • Essaouira by the ocean

14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca: day by day

  1. 1day
    Day 1

    Casablanca & Rabat

    Visit the Hassan II Mosque, then drive to Rabat for the Hassan Tower.

    On the road: about 1.5 hStay: Riad in Rabat
  2. 2day
    Day 2

    Rabat to Chefchaouen

    A morning walk in the Kasbah of the Udayas, then north into the Rif mountains.

    On the road: about 4 hStay: Riad in Chefchaouen
  3. 3day
    Day 3

    Akchour waterfalls hike

    River paths, waterfalls and God’s Bridge in the Talassemtane park.

    On the road: about 45 min each wayStay: Riad in Chefchaouen
  4. 4day
    Day 4

    Volubilis & Meknes to Fes

    The Roman city of Volubilis and the imperial gate of Bab Mansour, arriving in Fes in the afternoon.

    On the road: about 4.5–5 h with visitsStay: Riad in Fes
  5. 5day
    Day 5

    The Fes medina

    A guided day in the medina: the tanneries, the madrasas and the craftsmen.

    Stay: Riad in Fes
  6. 6day
    Day 6

    Across the Middle Atlas

    Ifrane, the cedar forest, Midelt and the Ziz Valley, to the dunes of Merzouga.

    On the road: about 7–8 h with stopsStay: Riad in Merzouga
  7. 7day
    Day 7

    Desert day

    A quad ride in the dunes, a nomad family, and camels at sunset to the desert camp.

    Stay: Desert camp
  8. 8day
    Day 8

    Rissani & the Todra Gorge

    Sunrise on the dunes, the market town of Rissani, a walk in the Todra Gorge and on to the Dades.

    On the road: about 5–6 h with stopsStay: Riad in Dades Valley
  9. 9day
    Day 9

    Dades hike & Aït Benhaddou

    A morning hike in the Dades canyon, then the road of the kasbahs to Aït Benhaddou.

    On the road: about 3–3.5 h with stopsStay: Riad in Aït Benhaddou
  10. 10day
    Day 10

    Over the Atlas to Marrakech

    The ksar in the morning light, the Tizi n’Tichka pass and the evening in Jemaa el-Fna.

    On the road: about 4 hStay: Riad in Marrakech
  11. 11day
    Day 11

    Guided Marrakech

    The Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia, the souks and the Majorelle Garden.

    Stay: Riad in Marrakech
  12. 12day
    Day 12

    To Essaouira

    Drive to the coast with a stop at an argan cooperative.

    On the road: about 3 h with the argan stopStay: Riad in Essaouira
  13. 13day
    Day 13

    Essaouira on the move

    A surf or kitesurf lesson, or a horse ride on the long beach south of the town.

    Stay: Riad in Essaouira
  14. 14day
    Day 14

    Back to Casablanca

    Drive north to Casablanca airport for your flight home.

    On the road: about 4.5–5 h

What’s included in this 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca

Included

  • 13 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses and a desert camp)
  • Breakfast every morning
  • Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp
  • Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Casablanca (hotel, riad, airport)
  • Camel ride as described in the programme
  • Local guide for the guided visits
  • Surf lessons with board and wetsuit

Not included

  • International flights
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Entrance fees to monuments and museums
  • Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for drivers and guides

Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.

Where you stay

  1. Night 1Riad in Rabat
  2. Night 2Riad in Chefchaouen
  3. Night 3Riad in Chefchaouen
  4. Night 4Riad in Fes
  5. Night 5Riad in Fes
  6. Night 6Riad in Merzouga
  7. Night 7Desert camp
  8. Night 8Riad in Dades Valley
  9. Night 9Riad in Aït Benhaddou
  10. Night 10Riad in Marrakech
  11. Night 11Riad in Marrakech
  12. Night 12Riad in Essaouira
  13. Night 13Riad in Essaouira

Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.

Best time for this trip

March to May and September to November are best for a loop through the north, the desert and the coast. In summer the Sahara is very hot, and in winter the nights in the dunes are cold.

  • JanPossible
  • FebGood
  • MarBest
  • AprBest
  • MayGood
  • JunPossible
  • JulAvoid
  • AugAvoid
  • SepGood
  • OctBest
  • NovBest
  • DecGood

What to bring for this trip

  • Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for the mosque
  • Walking shoes for the hikes and the medinas
  • Swimsuit for Akchour and the ocean
  • Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
  • Sunglasses and sun cream
  • Warm layer for the desert night
  • Windproof jacket for Essaouira
  • Small overnight bag for the camp
  • Refillable water bottle

Booking & payment

How to book
Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
Payment
A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
Cancellation
Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
Weather & changes
If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.

14 Day Morocco Tour from Casablanca: your questions

Where does the 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca start and end?

At Casablanca airport or your hotel in the city, on both days. The loop is planned for travellers with a return flight to Casablanca.

Is the drive from Essaouira back to Casablanca long?

About 4 h 30 to 5 hours. Book an afternoon or evening flight, or spend a last night in Casablanca.

Does the 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca include the Sahara?

Yes – one night in a desert camp in the dunes of Erg Chebbi and one night in a riad in Merzouga, with a quad ride and camels at sunset.

Can we see the Hassan II Mosque inside?

Yes, it is open to non-Muslim visitors on guided visits outside prayer times. We plan the first morning so you can join a visit; cover shoulders and knees.

Can the 14 day Morocco tour from Casablanca be done in the other direction?

Yes – we can start with Marrakech and Essaouira and finish with the north. The best direction depends on the season and your flight times.

Local team in MoroccoYour trip is planned and run by our own team on the ground.
Private, on your datesOnly you and your travel companions, starting when you want.
Every day can changeAdd a night, an activity or a slower pace – the plan adapts to you.
Answers on WhatsAppAsk us anything before you book: +212 600 643 098.

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Activities on this trip

Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.

Quad & buggy ridesQuad & buggy ridesDay 7 – Desert dayDetails →Camel & horseback treksCamel & horseback treksDay 7 – Desert dayDetails →Desert camping & stargazingDesert camping & stargazingDay 7 – Desert dayDetails →Hiking & trekking adventuresHiking & trekking adventuresDay 2 – Rabat to ChefchaouenDetails →Surf & kitesurf experienceSurf & kitesurf experienceDay 13 – Essaouira on the moveDetails →Kite surfing lift-offKite surfing lift-offDay 13 – Essaouira on the moveDetails →

Optional activities

Add one or more of these to your 14-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.

Hot air balloon rideOptional · extraHot air balloon rideSunrise flight before or after your tripSee the activity →Authentic culinary experiencesOptional · extraAuthentic culinary experiencesCooking class or food walk in the medinaSee the activity →4x4 & off-road safarisOptional · extra4x4 & off-road safaris4x4 tour around the dunes and nomad familiesSee the activity →Cycling & mountain bikingOptional · extraCycling & mountain bikingCycling in the oasisSee the activity →Windsurfing adventureOptional · extraWindsurfing adventureWindsurfing sessionSee the activity →A family in front of the golden doors of the Royal Palace in FesOptional · extraCultural explorationExtra guided visit with a local guideSee the activity →
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Quad & buggy rides
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Quad & buggy rides

On this trip: Day 7 – Desert day

Quad biking Marrakech style means leaving the city noise behind in minutes: dusty palm grove tracks, Berber villages and the rocky hills of the Agafay desert, with the Atlas Mountains on the horizon. Our guides ride in front, set the pace to the slowest rider and stop for photos and mint tea. You do not need any experience – we show you the controls and do a short practice loop before we leave.

Where
Marrakech palm grove (Palmeraie), Agafay desert, Merzouga dunes
Duration
1 hour to 6 days
Level
Beginner friendly, no experience needed
Minimum age
Drivers usually 16+; younger children ride as buggy passengers
  • Desert right next to the city
  • Quad or buggy, your choice
  • Real landscapes, not a track
See the full activity page
 Camel & horseback treks
Land adventure

Camel & horseback treks

On this trip: Day 7 – Desert day

Camel trekking Morocco’s Sahara is the slow, quiet way into the desert: a line of camels led by a guide on foot, swaying over the orange dunes of Erg Chebbi near Merzouga as the light turns soft. Most of our guests ride at sunset to a camp in the dunes and come back at sunrise. It is calm, not sporty – anyone who can sit on a saddle for an hour can do it.

Where
Merzouga (Erg Chebbi), Agafay desert, Marrakech palm grove
Duration
1 hour to 6 days
Level
Easy, no experience needed for camels
Minimum age
Children ride with an adult; ask us for small kids
  • The classic Sahara moment
  • Local camel men
  • Slow travel
See the full activity page
 Desert camping & stargazing
Land adventure

Desert camping & stargazing

On this trip: Day 7 – Desert day

Sahara desert camping in Morocco is about one evening you will not forget: arriving at a camp hidden between the dunes of Erg Chebbi, climbing a ridge for sunset, eating tagine by the fire while drums play, then lying on a rug under more stars than you thought possible. Our camps near Merzouga range from simple nomad-style tents to comfortable tents with real beds and private bathrooms.

Where
Merzouga (Erg Chebbi dunes), Agafay desert near Marrakech
Duration
1 to 3 nights
Level
Easy, for all ages
Camp types
Nomad-style, standard and luxury tents
  • Real dunes
  • A sky full of stars
  • Choose your comfort
See the full activity page
 Hiking & trekking adventures
Land adventure

Hiking & trekking adventures

On this trip: Day 2 – Rabat to Chefchaouen

Hiking Morocco’s High Atlas is a walk through a lived-in landscape: terraced fields, walnut trees, flat-roofed Berber villages built from the same red earth as the mountains, and mule paths that people still use every day. Our local mountain guides grew up around these valleys. They choose the route, set a steady pace and arrange lunch or a night in a village house.

Where
High Atlas (Imlil, Ourika, Toubkal), Dades & Todra gorges, Merzouga dunes
Duration
Day hikes to 5-day treks
Level
Easy valley walks to challenging summit treks
Minimum age
Valley walks for families; Toubkal for fit teens and adults
  • Real mountains near Marrakech
  • Toubkal, the big one
  • Village life on the trail
See the full activity page
 Surf & kitesurf experience
Water adventure

Surf & kitesurf experience

On this trip: Day 13 – Essaouira on the move

Surfing Morocco means long right-hand point breaks, sandy beach breaks for learning and warm sun when Europe is cold. The coast north of Agadir – Taghazout, Tamraght and the fishing village of Imsouane – is the heart of it, with Essaouira and its windy beaches further north. We organise lessons and surf guiding with licensed local surf schools and instructors, from your first wave to your first point break.

Where
Taghazout, Tamraght, Imsouane, Essaouira
Duration
Half-day lesson to a week-long surf camp
Level
Complete beginners to experienced surfers
Minimum age
Children who swim well, in lessons suited to them
  • World-class point breaks
  • A great place to learn
  • Surf in winter sun
See the full activity page
 Kite surfing lift-off
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Kite surfing lift-off

On this trip: Day 13 – Essaouira on the move

Kitesurfing Morocco means steady Atlantic wind, long beaches and two very different playgrounds. In the far south, the Dakhla lagoon offers wide, flat, shallow water that is ideal for learning and for freestyle. Further north, Essaouira is known for its strong trade winds in spring and summer, with choppy water in the bay and powerful waves on nearby beaches for experienced riders.

Where
Dakhla lagoon, Essaouira and other Atlantic spots
Duration
Single lessons to a full kite week
Level
Beginner courses to independent riders
Minimum age
Set by the school – children need enough weight to control a kite
  • Reliable wind
  • Flat water for learning
  • Waves for advanced riders
See the full activity page
 Hot air balloon ride
Air adventure

Hot air balloon ride

Optional extra: Sunrise flight before or after your trip

A hot air balloon Marrakech flight is the quietest way to see Morocco wake up. You leave the city in the dark, watch the burners light up the envelope, and lift off just as the sun climbs over the Atlas Mountains. Below you, red-earth villages, olive groves and dry riverbeds turn gold, and on clear winter mornings the snow on the High Atlas shines on the horizon.

Where
Countryside outside Marrakech (launch site set by the pilot each morning)
Duration
About 1 hour in the air, 4-5 hours door to door
Start time
Very early pick-up, before sunrise
Level
No experience needed
  • Sunrise over the Atlas
  • Silent, slow flying
  • Rural Morocco from above
See the full activity page
 Authentic culinary experiences
Moroccan experience

Authentic culinary experiences

Optional extra: Cooking class or food walk in the medina

A Morocco food tour is the quickest way into the country’s heart. With one of our local guides you taste fresh msemen pancakes at breakfast, follow the smell of cumin through the spice souk, try harira and grilled meat at the stalls of Jemaa el-Fna, and learn why a tagine needs time. We take you where locals actually eat, not where the menus are in five languages.

Where
Marrakech, Fes, Essaouira, Atlas villages, Merzouga
Duration
3-hour food walk to full-day class
Level
Easy – come hungry
Diets
Vegetarian options on request
  • Street food you would not find alone
  • Markets as a lesson
  • Cooking with real cooks
See the full activity page
 4x4 & off-road safaris
Land adventure

4x4 & off-road safaris

Optional extra: 4x4 tour around the dunes and nomad families

A 4x4 tour Morocco style takes you where normal cars cannot go: around the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes, across the black stone plains near Merzouga, up rough mountain tracks in the Atlas and down into dry riverbeds where nomads still water their flocks. You sit back with an experienced local driver who knows the pistes, the weather and the best places to stop.

Where
Merzouga & Erg Chebbi, High Atlas tracks, Dades & Todra gorges, Agafay
Duration
Half day to multi-day private tours
Level
Easy – you are a passenger, no driving needed
Group
Private vehicle for your family or group
  • Reach the hidden places
  • Drivers who know the pistes
  • Private and flexible
See the full activity page
 Cycling & mountain biking
Land adventure

Cycling & mountain biking

Optional extra: Cycling in the oasis

Mountain biking Morocco’s High Atlas means riding mule paths between Berber villages, rolling down terraced valleys and stopping for tea where the trail meets a walnut grove. Our guides know the tracks around Marrakech, the Ourika and Imlil valleys and the Agafay hills, and pick routes that fit your level – from easy dirt roads to longer climbs and technical descents.

Where
Agafay desert, Ourika and Imlil valleys (High Atlas), Dades and Todra gorges
Duration
Half day to multi-day tours
Level
Easy to challenging – routes chosen for you
Bikes
Mountain bikes and e-bikes, helmet included
  • Mountains near the city
  • Village trails, not empty parks
  • Huge variety
See the full activity page
 Windsurfing adventure
Water adventure

Windsurfing adventure

Optional extra: Windsurfing session

Windsurfing Morocco starts with one word: wind. Essaouira is nicknamed the Wind City of Africa, because the trade winds blow along this coast for much of the year, strongest in spring and summer. The wide bay is a good classroom, Moulay Bouzerktoun to the north is a famous wave spot, and far to the south the Dakhla lagoon offers flat water on the edge of the Sahara. We organise lessons and rentals with licensed local windsurf centres and instructors.

Where
Essaouira bay, Moulay Bouzerktoun, Sidi Kaouki, Dakhla lagoon
Duration
2-hour lesson to a week-long windsurf camp
Level
Beginners (lessons) to advanced wave sailors
Minimum age
Children who swim well, with kids’ rigs where available
  • Reliable wind
  • Spots for every level
  • Wave sailing at Moulay
See the full activity page
 A family in front of the golden doors of the Royal Palace in Fes
Moroccan experience

Cultural exploration

Optional extra: Extra guided visit with a local guide

Our Morocco cultural tours are built around people, not just monuments. You walk the medinas of Fes and Marrakech with a guide who grew up there, drink mint tea in a Berber village in the Atlas, watch craftsmen cut zellige tiles or dye leather, and share a meal with a family. The aim is simple: to understand how Moroccans live today, and where those traditions come from.

Where
Fes, Marrakech, Meknes, Chefchaouen, Atlas villages, Merzouga
Duration
Half-day city walk to 10+ day tours
Level
Easy – mostly walking
Group
Private or small group
  • Living medinas
  • Amazigh heritage
  • Crafts you can watch being made
See the full activity page
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