9 Day In Morocco From Casablanca
Here’s a well-balanced 9-day Morocco itinerary that combines history, culture, desert adventure, and nature. I’ll structure it day by day for clarity:
Arrive at Casablanca (Mohammed V Airport).
Visit Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world.
Walk along the Corniche for seaside views.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Morning drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital (~1.5 hr).
Visit Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, and Royal Palace.
Continue to Chefchaouen (~4 hrs).
Explore the blue streets of the “Blue Pearl” in the evening.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Morning free time to wander and photograph Chefchaouen.
Drive to Fes (~4 hrs).
Evening stroll in Fes el Bali medina.
Overnight in Fes
Full day exploring Fes:
Al Quaraouiyine University
Bou Inania Medersa
Traditional tanneries
Optional: Moroccan cooking class or handicraft workshop.
Overnight in Fes.
Early start for the long drive to Merzouga (~7–8 hrs).
Pass Middle Atlas Mountains, Ifrane, and Ziz Valley.
Arrive in Merzouga in time for a camel trek into the desert.
Watch sunset over the erg Chebbi dunes.
Overnight in a Sahara desert camp under the stars.
Optional sunrise camel ride.
Drive towards Todra Gorge, explore the stunning canyon.
Continue through Dades Valley, famous for “Monkey Fingers” rock formations.
Overnight in Dades or nearby Gorges.
Drive through Rose Valley and Tizi n’Tichka pass (Atlas Mountains).
Visit Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Continue to Marrakech (~4–5 hrs).
Evening: explore Jemaa el-Fnaa square.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Full day exploring Marrakech:
Bahia Palace
Koutoubia Mosque
Saadian Tombs
Majorelle Garden & Yves Saint Laurent Museum
Optional: Moroccan spa (hammam) experience.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Depending on your flight schedule: last-minute shopping or exploring Marrakech souks.
Transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport for departure
