8 days / 7 nights
Private tour · 15 days / 14 nights
Grand Tour of Morocco
Tour overview
The Grand Tour of Morocco is a private 15-day, 14-night itinerary, departing from and returning to Marrakech, designed to cross the country from the imperial cities to the Sahara and the Atlantic coast. The route combines Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou, the Dades Valley, the Todra Gorges, Merzouga, Fez, Chefchaouen, Rabat, Casablanca and Essaouira.
A tailor-made journey with a local driver, Italian-speaking guides in Marrakech and Fez, selected riads, a night in a tented camp in Erg Chebbi, and assistance before and during the tour.
Trip highlights
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Marrakech and Fez with an Italian-speaking local guide
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High Atlas, Ait Ben Haddou and the Kasbah Road
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Dades Valley and the spectacular Todra Gorges
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Two nights in the Merzouga region and a camp in Erg Chebbi
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Chefchaouen, Rabat and the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
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Essaouira, historic medina and Atlantic coast
Your journey, day by day
Arrival at Marrakech airport, welcome and private transfer to riad or hotel. Depending on arrival time, free time for a first encounter with the medina and Jemaa el-Fna square.
A day dedicated to discovering Marrakech with an Italian-speaking local guide, through the Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, medina, souks and Jemaa el-Fna square. Free afternoon for visits, shopping or hammam.
Departure towards the Great South through the High Atlas and the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Arrival in Ait Ben Haddou and a visit to the famous fortified earthen ksar.
Continuation through Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses and the Kasbah Road. Arrival in the Dades Valley, among Berber villages, palm groves and spectacular rock formations.
Departure towards the Todra Gorges and time for a walk through the canyon. Continuation to Merzouga, transfer to the camp in Erg Chebbi, sunset among the dunes, dinner and overnight stay in the desert.
A day dedicated to the Merzouga region, among desert tracks, villages, nomadic families and Gnawa music in Khamlia. Optional activities available, overnight in riad or hotel.
Departure towards Midelt via Erfoud, crossing the Ziz Valley, among palm groves, canyons, oases and desert plateaus. Arrival in the Middle Atlas region.
Journey through the landscapes of the Middle Atlas, with possible stops in Azrou and Ifrane. Arrival in Fez and a first visit to the medina, through souks, workshops and artisan studios.
Departure from Fez towards the Rif mountains and arrival in Chefchaouen. Free time to discover the famous Blue City among painted alleys, intimate squares, shops and scenic viewpoints.
Departure from Chefchaouen towards Volubilis for a visit to the Roman archaeological site. Continuation to Meknes and then towards Rabat, with arrival and accommodation in riad or hotel.
Visit to the main sites of Rabat, including the Kasbah of the Oudayas, the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Continuation to Casablanca and time for the Hassan II Mosque, subject to schedule and availability.
Departure along the Atlantic coast towards Essaouira. Arrival in the white seaside city, accommodation and free time for a first encounter with the medina, the port and the ramparts.
A day dedicated to Essaouira at a relaxed pace: medina, ramparts, fishing port, craft shops and a walk along the Atlantic Ocean. Optional experiences available.
Free morning in Essaouira and private return to Marrakech. Arrival in the afternoon and free time for last-minute shopping, a panoramic terrace or a special dinner.
Free time according to flight time and private transfer to Marrakech airport. End of the Grand Tour of Morocco.
What the tour includes
Included
- Private, customisable itinerary
- Transfers to and from Marrakech airport
- Air-conditioned car, 4x4 jeep or van with local driver
- Italian- or English-speaking driver, subject to availability
- Thirteen nights in selected riads or hotels
- One night in a tented camp in the desert with private bathroom
- Transfer to the Merzouga camp by camel or jeep
- Breakfasts and dinners where indicated in the programme
- Italian-speaking local guides for Marrakech and Fez
- Fuel, tolls and local trip coordination
- Assistance from Sonia and Omar before and during the tour
Accommodation is selected according to availability, season and the requested level.
Not included
- Flights to and from Morocco, bookable on request with a separate quote
- Travel insurance
- Lunches, drinks and meals not indicated
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums and sites
- Local guides or activities not expressly indicated
- Quad bikes, buggies, hammam, cooking classes and other optional activities
- Tips, porterage and personal extras
- Anything not expressly indicated in the proposal
Flights and travel insurance on request
Flights are not included in the tour. On request, Sonia can also help with flights and travel insurance, quoted separately through a partner tour operator.
Places to experience
Glimpses of Grand Tour
The journey continues
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Before you go
Frequently asked questions about private tours in Morocco
Yes. The vehicle and driver are reserved exclusively for the people in the same booking, with no added groups.
The standard programme starts and ends in Marrakech. On request it can be adapted based on airports, flights and travellers’ needs.
The programme includes two nights in the Merzouga region: one in a tented camp in Erg Chebbi and one in a riad or hotel.
The tour can be arranged with an Italian- or English-speaking local driver, subject to availability. The Marrakech and Fez visits include Italian-speaking local guides.
Yes. Dates, pace, accommodation category, airports and some stops can be adapted before confirmation.
No. Flights are not included, but can be sourced and booked on request with a separate quote through a partner tour operator.
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