Morocco 13-Day Tour

Your Morocco itinerary 13 days begins as you land at one of the airports in Morocco. The ideal for starting city for our Morocco in 13 days is Casablanca or Marrakech.

Upon your arrival at Casablanca Airport, the Morocco Luxury Tours driver will greet you at the gate, holding a sign with your name. Depending on your arrival time, if you land in the morning, we will begin with a sightseeing tour of Casablanca. You’ll explore the city’s culture, history, and key landmarks, including the Medina, the impressive Hassan II Mosque (one of the largest in the world), the Sqala, and the charming Habous district

• Overnight in a luxury hotel in Casablanca

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before heading to Rabat, Morocco's capital and one of its imperial cities. We’ll explore the main attractions, including the Oudayas, the old medina, Chellah, and Hassan Tower. After a lunch break, we’ll drive to Chefchaouen, the famous blue city. It’s one of the most beautiful and photogenic towns in the world. You’ll stroll through its charming streets, visit the Spanish Mosque, and explore the Uta Hammam Plaza at night.

• Overnight in Chefchaouen

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and head to Volubilis, about a 3-hour drive from Chefchaouen. In Volubilis, we’ll visit the ancient Roman ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site, founded in the 40s BC. These ruins are some of the best-preserved in North Africa, with impressive buildings, palaces, baths, and beautiful mosaics spread across scenic green fields. After exploring Volubilis, we’ll continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, for a short city tour and a lunch break. We’ll then drive to Fez, where you’ll spend the night.

• Overnight in a Luxury Riad in Fes

After breakfast in your Luxury Riad, set off on a private sightseeing tour of Fes with a local guide. You’ll explore the cultural and religious heart of the Kingdom, walking through the winding streets of the ancient Medina. Discover its Moorish architecture and visit key sites like the Bu Inanya mosque, madrassas, Nejarin Square, and its beautiful fountain. In the handicraft quarters, see artisans crafting leather and pottery using age-old techniques. The tour also includes a visit to the historic Jewish quarter, showcasing the peaceful coexistence of Muslim and Jewish communities.

• Overnight in Fes

Today, we head towards the desert. After breakfast and checkout, we’ll drive to Merzouga, which takes about 7 hours. Although it’s a long journey, the changing landscapes make it enjoyable. Our first stop will be Ifrane, known for its European-style climate, parks, lakes, and chalets. It’s also a ski resort in winter, earning it the nickname "Moroccan Switzerland." Near Ifrane, we’ll see the tall Atlas cedars and stop to feed the friendly wild monkeys near Azrou. After a lunch break in Midelt, we’ll pass through the Ziz River Valley, where the scenery gradually changes to a desert landscape as we approach Er-Rachidia.

• Overnight in a Hotel in Merzouga Desert

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Merzouga before we start a 4x4 adventure. We’ll explore the Moroccan Sahara Desert, visit local Berber nomads, and discover the old mines of M'fis. Then, we’ll head to Khamlia village for Gnaoua music entertainment and take a lunch break.

You’ll have the afternoon free for optional activities like buggy or quad rides. Before sunset, we’ll go on a camel trek to our luxury desert camp, where we’ll spend the night enjoying drum music around fire and listening to local Berber songs.

• Overnight in a Luxury desert Camp

We will wake up early to watch the sunrise over the beautiful, quiet sand dunes. This moment will be one of your most memorable experiences in Morocco and one of the highlights of your Morocco 13-Day Tour.

After breakfast, we’ll head back to the village of Merzouga and continue our journey to Dades. On the way, we’ll stop in Rissani to explore the souk, one of the biggest local markets in the area, and visit the “fossil factory,” where you can see many fossils from this rich region. After about 3 hours, we’ll stop for a panoramic photo near the charming town of Tinghir, located in a large palm oasis. Next, we’ll visit the famous Todra Gorge, where we can take a walk and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, we’ll continue our journey to the amazing village of Dades.

• Overnight in Dades

Today, we will take a short drive to Dades Gorges and then continue to Ouarzazate. We’ll pass through Mgouna, where the rose festival takes place every year. Ouarzazate is often called the “Hollywood of Morocco” because many historical films were made here. We can visit Kasbah Taourirt, one of the historical sites, and also stop by a Cinema studio

Next, we’ll drive a short distance to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This place attracts many visitors because it was featured in Game of Thrones. After spending about an hour there, we’ll head to Marrakech, driving through the highest Atlas Mountains at Tizi n-Tichka, which is 2,260 meters high. This drive takes about 3.5 to 4 hours, not including stops. We’ll make photo stops along the way to enjoy the beautiful views of green river valleys, adobe villages, and the ruins of ancient kasbahs.

• Overnight in a Luxury Riad in Morocco

In the ninth day of the tour Morocco 13-day tour, enjoy a delicious Moroccan breakfast at your luxury riad before embarking on a private tour of Marrakech. As one of the former capitals of the Kingdom during the reign of three dynasties of Moroccan sultans, the city boasts numerous museums and architectural landmarks, each a masterpiece in its own right. The entire morning will be dedicated to exploring these sites, including the Koutoubia Mosque, the Menara Pavilion surrounded by olive plantations, the tombs of the Saadian sultans, the Bahia Palace (a fine example of palace architecture), El Badi Palace, and the Majorelle Gardens. After lunch, you’ll visit Morocco's most vibrant market and the famous Jemaa El Fna square—a real open-air theater, where you'll encounter snake charmers, healers, sorcerers, and merchants selling fruits and exotic spices

• Overnight in Marrakech

On day 10 of our Morocco 13-day itinerary, we will go on a day trip from Marrakech. Many options are available, such as the Berber village of Imlil, Essaouira, the Ourika Valley, Ouirgane, or the Ouzoud Falls. We highly recommend Imlil, it's a Berber village in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains and the gateway to Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in Morocco. In Imlil village, we will meet our local trek guide for exploration and hiking before enjoying an authentic lunch with locals. Afterward, we return to Marrakech.

Free time in Marrakesh before we drive to our next stop Essaouira which 3hrs away from Marrakesh. Once we arrive, we will do the sightseeing tour of the “snow-white Medina” of the city, which is surrounded by a fortress wall and located on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. Essaouira attracts artists from all over the world who stay here to breathe the fabulous air of old Mogador, which was the largest trading port and pirate center of its time. The city has retained its charm to this day thanks to the walls, the fishing port, and the Medina.

• Overnight will be in Essaouira

On the 12th day of our Morocco 13-day tour, you will enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Essaouira, followed by free time to explore. Take a leisurely walk through Essaouira’s medina, visit the fishing port, stroll along the beach, or relax at a café with ocean views. Depending on your departure city, we will transfer you to Casablanca or Marrakech whenever you are ready.

Overnight in Marrakech or Casablanca

On the last day of our tour Morocco in 13 days, depending on your flight departure, you will have time for shopping for Moroccan souvenirs before going to the airport. You can depart from either Marrakech or Casablanca airport.