14 Days from Casablanca: The Complete Morocco Grand Tour
Two weeks covering Casablanca, Chefchaouen, the imperial cities, the Sahara Desert, the kasbah valleys, Marrakech and Essaouira. Your own driver, your own pace, the whole country properly, not just the highlights.
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If you only have time for one Morocco trip and want to see the whole country rather than a single region, this is the itinerary. Fourteen days is enough to properly cover the blue city of Chefchaouen in the north, the imperial cities of Fes and Meknes, a genuine two nights around the Sahara Desert, the classic kasbah route through Dades Valley and Ait Ben Haddou, a real stay in Marrakech, and a day trip out to the Atlantic coast at Essaouira, all without the rushed pace that shorter tours require.
If two weeks is more than you have available, our 9 day Marrakech to the desert tour covers the southern loop and both imperial cities in a shorter window, and our 4 day Marrakech to Fes tour compresses just the desert crossing into a long weekend.
| Duration | 14 days, 13 nights |
|---|---|
| Route | Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Fes, Merzouga, Dades Valley, Ouarzazate, Marrakech, Essaouira, back to Casablanca |
| Group size | Private, your group only |
| Transport | Private 4x4 or minivan depending on group size |
| Accommodation | Riads and hotels throughout, one night at a luxury desert camp |
| Activities | Camel trekking, sandboarding, a 4x4 desert excursion, Atlas Studios, Chouara Tannery, Essaouira coast |
Why choose a 14 day Morocco itinerary
The whole country, not one region
Blue city, imperial cities, desert, kasbah valleys, red city and Atlantic coast, all in one trip rather than a future return visit.
Genuinely unhurried pace
Two full nights around the Sahara rather than one rushed overnight, and real time in each major city.
One private driver throughout
The same driver and vehicle for the entire two weeks, rather than switching operators between regions.
Who this tour is perfect for
First and only Morocco trip
If you are unlikely to return soon, fourteen days lets you see essentially everything worth seeing in one visit.
Retirees and long holiday travelers
A relaxed pace with shorter driving days suits travelers who have the time and want to actually enjoy it.
Photography and culture focused travelers
Chefchaouen, the medinas of Fes and Marrakech, and the Sahara all in depth rather than a quick stop at each.
Multi-generational family trips
A longer, gentler itinerary with variety for different interests and energy levels within the same group.
Complete 14 day itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca
Your driver meets you at Casablanca airport and takes you to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world and one of the few in Morocco open to non-Muslim visitors, before a walk along the Corniche for your first taste of the Atlantic.
Day 2: Casablanca to Rabat and on to Chefchaouen
A short drive brings you to Rabat, Morocco's capital, where you visit the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas, a fortified old town overlooking the river mouth with whitewashed and blue painted walls.
From Rabat, the drive continues north through the Rif Mountains, a scenic stretch of terraced hills, arriving in Chefchaouen by evening.
Day 3: Explore Chefchaouen
A full day to wander Chefchaouen's blue washed medina, one of the most photographed streetscapes in the country. Visit the Spanish Mosque on the hillside above town for a panoramic view over the blue rooftops, and spend time in the local markets, known for handwoven textiles and goat cheese.
Day 4: Chefchaouen to Volubilis and Meknes
Leaving the blue city, you drive to Volubilis, the best preserved Roman ruins in Morocco, with intact mosaics still visible in what were once wealthy villas. A short distance away, Meknes offers Bab Mansour, one of the most impressive gates in North Africa, and the Royal Stables, built to house thousands of horses under Sultan Moulay Ismail.
Day 5: Meknes to Fes
A short drive brings you to Fes, where a guided walk through Fes el Bali, the world's largest car-free urban area, takes you past the Chouara Tannery, one of the oldest in the world, and near Al Quaraouiyine, considered by some historians to be the oldest continuously operating university in the world.
Day 6: Fes to Midelt through Ifrane and the Cedar Forest
Heading south into the Middle Atlas, you pass through Ifrane, a town built in an alpine style that earned it the nickname the Switzerland of Morocco, then continue to Azrou, home to the largest cedar forest in the country and to wild Barbary macaques living along the roadside.
Day 7: Midelt to Merzouga, camel trek and luxury desert camp
The road follows the Ziz Valley, palm groves running for kilometers along the river, through Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops, before arriving at Merzouga and the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. You are welcomed with mint tea before a camel trek into the dunes to watch the sunset.
Your night is spent at a luxury desert camp, with private tents, a traditional Moroccan dinner and Berber music around the campfire under a genuinely dark sky.
Day 8: A full day exploring the Merzouga desert
Watch the sunrise from the dunes, then spend the day as you like, visiting Khamlia village for its Gnaoua music tradition, meeting a nomad family, trying sandboarding, or taking a 4x4 desert excursion further into Erg Chebbi.
Day 9: Merzouga to Todra Gorge
Leaving the desert, you pass through Rissani, the old capital of the Tafilalt region, with a weekly souk on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, then continue to Todra Gorge, a dramatic canyon with rock walls rising close to 300 meters on either side, passing small Berber villages along the way.
Day 10: Dades Valley and Ouarzazate
The morning explores Dades Valley, sometimes called the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs, with a possible detour to the Rose Valley near Kelaat M'Gouna if you visit in May, when the entire valley smells like the rosewater it is famous for producing. In the afternoon, you continue to Skoura Oasis and Ouarzazate, home to Morocco's largest film studios.
Day 11: Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech
A short drive brings you to Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified ksar built from rammed red earth that has stood since at least the 11th century and was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. From there, the road climbs into the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n'Tichka pass at just over 2,200 meters, the highest road pass in the country, before descending into Marrakech by evening.
Day 12: Explore Marrakech
A full day in Marrakech, starting with Jemaa el-Fnaa, the city's famous main square, which shifts from a market by day to a lively food and performance scene after dark. Visit Bahia Palace, a 19th century palace with intricately tiled courtyards, and the Jardin Majorelle, a striking cobalt blue garden originally designed by French painter Jacques Majorelle.
Day 13: Day trip to Essaouira
A relaxed drive brings you to the Atlantic coast at Essaouira, a walled port town with a UNESCO listed medina, a working fishing port, and long sandy beaches. The pace here is noticeably calmer than Marrakech, with fresh grilled seafood served right at the port.
Day 14: Departure
Your driver transfers you back to Casablanca airport, or to Marrakech airport if that suits your flight home better, marking the end of the tour.
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Tour highlights
Chefchaouen
A full day in the blue city, one of the most photographed places in Morocco.
Volubilis and Meknes
Roman ruins and an imperial city most shorter tours skip entirely.
Fes Medina
A guided walk through the world's largest car-free urban area, including the Chouara Tannery.
Two nights around the Sahara
A sunset camel trek, a luxury desert camp, and a genuinely free second day in Merzouga.
Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
Two of the most photographed landscapes in southern Morocco.
Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakech
A UNESCO kasbah and a full day exploring the red city's medina and gardens.
Essaouira
A relaxed Atlantic coast day trip, a genuinely different pace from the rest of the trip.
One driver, the whole way
The same private driver and vehicle across all fourteen days, rather than switching between regional operators.
What is included and what is not
Included
Private 4x4 or minivan for the entire route, English speaking driver and guide, airport pickup and drop off, all accommodation as described, one camel trek, one night at the luxury desert camp with dinner and breakfast, daily breakfast throughout.
Not included
Lunches and most dinners, entrance fees to monuments and museums such as the Hassan II Mosque, Volubilis, the Royal Stables, Bahia Palace, the Fes tannery tour and Jardin Majorelle, tips for your driver and guide, and personal travel insurance.
Optional experiences
Quad biking
An alternative way to explore the dunes around Merzouga on your free desert day.
Hot air balloon
A sunrise flight over the Erg Chebbi dunes, weather permitting.
Cooking class
A hands-on Moroccan cooking class, usually arranged in Marrakech or Fes depending on your schedule.
Hammam and spa
A traditional hammam experience, best arranged in either Fes or Marrakech.
14 vs 10 vs 7 day Morocco tours
| 7 days | 10 days | 14 days | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cities covered | Marrakech and Fes only, or a shortened loop | Marrakech, Fes and part of the north | Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Fes, Marrakech and Essaouira |
| Desert time | One rushed night | One or two nights | Two full nights with a free day in between |
| Driving pace | Long daily drives | Comfortably spread out | Very relaxed, shorter days throughout |
| Best for | Shorter holidays | A solid first visit | A complete, unhurried grand tour |
Best time to visit Morocco
| Season | What to expect |
|---|---|
| March to May | Mild across the whole country, cool desert nights, roses blooming near Kelaat M'Gouna in May |
| June to August | Hot in Marrakech, Fes and the desert during the day, cooler on the Atlantic coast and Middle Atlas |
| September to November | Comfortable temperatures throughout, generally considered the best window for this full itinerary |
| December to February | Cold desert nights, occasional snow in Ifrane and on the Tizi n'Tichka pass, mild days elsewhere |
Packing checklist
With fourteen days covering coast, mountains, imperial cities and desert, layers matter more here than on any shorter itinerary.
Clothing
A warm jacket for desert nights, the Tizi n'Tichka crossing and Essaouira's coastal wind, breathable layers for city and desert heat, comfortable walking shoes for medina streets and dune walks, modest clothing for visiting mosques and kasbahs from the outside.
Everything else
Sunscreen, sunglasses, a headlamp for the camp night, a portable battery charger, any personal medication, and local currency in cash since cards are not accepted everywhere, especially in smaller towns.
Why choose Desert Marruecos Tours
Local experts
Every driver and guide is from Morocco and has run this route for years, not a seasonal hire.
Private tours
Your own vehicle and driver for all fourteen days, not a shared minibus running on someone else's schedule.
Luxury vehicles
Vehicles sized to your group, chosen for comfort across two weeks of driving.
Flexible itineraries
The route above is a starting point. Extra nights, different stops or a slower pace can all be arranged.
24/7 support
Message us on WhatsApp at any point during your trip if plans change or you need help.
Frequently asked questions
Is 14 days enough to explore Morocco?
Yes, for a complete first visit covering the north, the imperial cities, the desert, the south and the Atlantic coast, fourteen days is a genuinely thorough itinerary.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, you travel with your own driver and vehicle for the entire fourteen days, not grouped with other travelers.
Are luxury desert camps included?
Yes, one night at a luxury desert camp with private tents is included as part of the standard itinerary.
Is camel trekking included?
Yes, a sunset camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes is included, with options to add more on your free desert day.
Does the tour include Chefchaouen?
Yes, a full day is dedicated to exploring Chefchaouen's blue medina.
What hotels are included?
A mix of riads and hotels chosen for character and comfort throughout, plus the luxury desert camp, detailed as you book.
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast and dinner at the desert camp. Other lunches and dinners are not included so you can choose where to eat.
Is airport pickup available?
Yes, pickup from Casablanca airport on arrival is included, with drop off at the end of the tour arranged around your departure flight.
Can I customize the itinerary?
Yes, extra nights, different stops, added activities or a different start or end city can all be arranged.
What is the best season for this tour?
September through November is generally considered ideal, though the tour runs year round with different considerations each season, covered in the best time section above.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Yes, Morocco is a well established and popular destination for international travelers, and this route follows the country's most traveled tourist corridors.
What should I pack?
Layers for temperature swings across coast, mountains, cities and desert, comfortable walking shoes, and cash for smaller towns. See the packing checklist above for the full list.
Is the tour suitable for families?
Yes, the relaxed pace of this fourteen day itinerary is specifically well suited to families and multi-generational groups.
Can I extend my stay?
Yes, additional nights in any city, or extra stops such as the desert town of Zagora or the Todra Gorge climbing area, can be arranged.
How do I book this tour?
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