Day 1 · Arrive
Casablanca arrival
Group welcome in Casablanca with a stop at the Hassan II Mosque. Evening free on the seafront corniche. Overnight in Casablanca.
Group Tour · 10 Days
10-Day Morocco Grand Circuit Group Tour
- Casablanca
- Rabat
- Fes
- Chefchaouen
- Sahara Desert
- Marrakech
Duration10 days
RouteCasablanca → Marrakech
GroupMax 16 travelers
DepartsDeparts every other Sunday
From€877
Trip Overview
Morocco's essentials, without rushing
Our longest and most complete route — imperial cities, mountain passes, the blue lanes of Chefchaouen, a night in the Sahara, and Marrakech's medina, all in one shared circuit with enough days built in that no leg feels like a race against the clock.
Total driving distance is around 1,530 km over ten days, the most ground we cover on any single itinerary.
Casablanca to MarrakechMax 16 travelersDeparts every other Sunday
Day by Day
The journey, day by day
Day 2 · Rabat≈230 km total · about 3 hrs driving
Casablanca → Meknes via Rabat
Morning stop in Rabat (≈90 km/1 hr) for the Kasbah of the Udayas and Hassan Tower, then on to Meknes (≈140 km/2 hrs) for the night.
Day 3 · Volubilis≈90 km total · about 1.5 hrs driving
Meknes → Fes via Volubilis
Morning tour of Meknes' royal stables, a stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis (≈30 km/30 min), then on to Fes (≈60 km/1 hr) for the night.
Day 4 · Fes
Fes medina exploration
Full guided day through the Fes el-Bali medina — tanneries, souks, and the Bou Inania Madrasa. Overnight in Fes.
Day 5 · Chefchaouen≈200 km · about 3.5 hrs driving
Fes → Chefchaouen
Scenic drive north through the Rif Mountains. Afternoon free to wander the blue medina, with an optional sunset hike to the Spanish Mosque viewpoint. Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 6 · Transfer≈350 km · about 5.5 hrs driving
Chefchaouen → Midelt
Long but scenic drive south through the Middle Atlas cedar forests near Ifrane (look out for Barbary macaques) to the mountain gateway town of Midelt. Overnight in Midelt.
Day 7 · Desert≈120 km · about 2 hrs driving
Midelt → Merzouga Sahara camp
Short, dramatic drive down through the Ziz Valley gorge to Merzouga. Camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes for a night at the shared desert camp.
Day 8 · Return≈330 km · about 5 hrs driving
Sahara camp → Ouarzazate
Optional sunrise over the dunes, then a scenic drive back across the Atlas via Tinghir and the Todra and Dades Gorges, arriving in Ouarzazate for the night.
Day 9 · Marrakech≈210 km · about 3.5 hrs driving
Ouarzazate → Marrakech via Ait Benhaddou
Stop at the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou kasbah before crossing the High Atlas to Marrakech, arriving with the evening free in the medina. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 10 · Depart
Departure from Marrakech
Free morning before your group transfer to Marrakech airport or onward accommodation. Trip ends.
Where You'll Stay
Accommodation on this route
Nine nights, shared throughout. Expect the same style and price bracket as these real budget properties in each city.
Night 1 · Casablanca
A simple city hostel comparable to Aya House or Medina Guesthouse - Hostel — shared or twin rooms, from roughly €15–25/night.
Night 2 · Meknes
A small, no-frills hotel near the medina, in the same bracket as Meknes' budget listings from around €14–20/night.
Nights 3–4 · Fes
A budget medina hostel comparable to Moroccan Dream Hostel or Riad Verus — traditional courtyard house, shared or twin rooms.
Night 5 · Chefchaouen
A small blue-medina guesthouse similar to Bleu Home or Pension Soukia.
Night 6 · Midelt
A simple mountain-gateway guesthouse — basic twin rooms, used as an overnight stop before the Ziz Valley descent.
Night 7 · Merzouga desert camp
Ideal Desert Camp, half board (HB) — dorm tents, shared bathrooms, dinner and breakfast included.
Night 8 · Ouarzazate
A budget guesthouse near the medina, similar to Le Petit Riad.
Night 9 · Marrakech
A medina riad comparable to Riad Jennah Rouge or Riad les Oliviers — dorm beds from around €15, near Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Private upgrade
Private rooms are available on every night as a paid upgrade — let us know at booking, subject to availability.
What's included
- Shared transport in an air-conditioned minivan
- English/Spanish/French-speaking driver-guide throughout
- 9 nights' accommodation (shared twin/dorm rooms)
- Camel trek and 1 night at the desert camp
- Guided walking tours in Rabat, Meknes, Fes and Marrakech
- Breakfast daily and 5 dinners
Not included
- Flights and travel insurance
- Hassan II Mosque interior tour ticket (optional add-on)
- Lunches and remaining dinners
- Tips for driver and guide
- Private rooms (available on request, extra cost)
Good to Know
Our most complete route
Groups are capped at 16 travelers. Departures run every other Sunday year-round — this route sells out fastest in October–April, so book a few weeks ahead in peak season.
Prefer a shorter version focused on either the Sahara and Fes or the desert and coast? See our 8-Day Marrakech, Sahara, Fes & Chefchaouen Tour or 8-Day Desert & Coast Tour.
Booking terms: Send an enquiry first; we confirm the departure, final price, and payment instructions by email. No payment is taken through this website.
FAQs
10-Day Grand Circuit Questions
Is this trip too much driving?
It's our longest route in total distance, but it's spread over ten days with full free days in Fes and rest built into the schedule — no day exceeds about 5.5 hours of driving.
Can I join partway through, e.g. skip the imperial cities?
Yes — let us know at booking if you'd like to join in Fes or Marrakech instead of Casablanca. Pricing is adjusted accordingly.
Is accommodation shared for all 9 nights?
Yes, the €877 price is based on shared twin/dorm rooms throughout. A private room upgrade is available on request, subject to availability.
What should I pack for the desert night?
Desert nights get cold even in summer — bring a warm layer, plus sunscreen, a scarf or hat for wind and sun, and comfortable walking shoes.
What if the group doesn't fill up?
Departures run on fixed dates regardless of group size — your trip runs even if only a few seats are booked.
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