12 days · Morocco
Highlights of Morocco with 4 Star Hotels and Desert Camp stay
From AED 7,774per person, twin share
Experience Morocco’s magic with guided tours through vibrant cities, desert adventures, and ample time to explore Chefchaouen, Fes and Marrakesh.
- Duration
- 12 Days / 11 Nights
- Route
- Starts and ends in Casablanca
- Country
- Morocco
- Activity level
- Active (4 of 5)
- A fast-moving tour across Morocco: a hotel or desert-camp change most nights, a mountain pass over 2,000 m, desert heat with an early sunrise excursion, and long drive days
- Accommodation
- 11 nights: 4-star hotels across Morocco, including a night in a desert camp near Merzouga
- Meals
- 11 breakfasts and 6 dinners
- Group
- Group tour, up to 51
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout, plus local guides in several cities
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach
- Best time to go
- Runs November, March to May and October, avoiding peak summer heat: mild Imperial Cities, hot desert days and cold desert nights near Merzouga
Tour overview
Morocco group tours offer something for every type of traveller, from the desert landscapes of Merzouga and Rabat’s historic highlights to the mesmerising souks of Marrakesh. On this 12-day Morocco tour, spend an evening in the blue-hued Chefchaouen, explore coastal hidden gems and enjoy free days in Fes and Marrakesh!
Highlights
- Enjoy a city tour of Casablanca
- Sightsee around Rabat, Morocco's capital city
- Enjoy a welcome dinner in Rabar
- Embark on an orientation tour of awe-inspiring Asilah
- Experience a guided tour of Chefchaouen
- Spend a night in the magical Blue City
- Discover Fes's top sights on a guided tour
- Enjoy a free day to explore Fes
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- Admire the Atlas Mountains
- Sleep under the desert stars in a comfortable tent
- Marvel at the towering cliffs at Todra Gorge
- Explore Ouarzazate on an orientation tour
- Visit the historic fortified village of AïtBenhaddou
- See the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass
- Explore Marrakesh, the 'Red City' with an expert guide
- Enjoy free time to explore Marrakesh at your own pace
- Explore Essaouira on an orientation tour
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
Casablanca
Day 1 · start
Rabat
1 night · Day 1
Flower Town Hotel & Spa 4*
Asilah
Day 2 · on the way
Chefchaouen
1 night · Day 2
Parador Hotel 4*
Fes
2 nights · Days 3–4
Hôtel Atlas Saiss Fès 4*
Atlas Mountains
Day 5 · on the way
Merzouga
1 night · Day 5
Auberge La Belle Etoile
Todra Gorge
Day 6 · on the way
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Ouarzazate
1 night · Day 6
RS Hotel Karam Palace 4*
Aït Ben Haddou- Tizi n'Tichka
Day 7 · on the way
Marrakesh
3 nights · Days 7–9
Opera Plaza 4*
Essaouira
1 night · Day 10
Atlas Hotel Essaouira 5*
Casablanca
1 night · Day 11
Barcelo Casablanca 4*
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Casablanca – Rabat
Meals included: DinnerYour tour leader meets the group in Casablanca on the first morning, followed by a city tour there. The route then continues to Rabat, Morocco’s coastal capital, for a guided tour of this Imperial City and its many attractions. In the evening, a welcome dinner is served at a local restaurant.
Included
- City tour of Casablanca: the Habous Quarter, the Hassan II Mosque and Rick’s Café
- Driving and walking tour of Rabat: the Royal Palace, the Bab Rouah Gate and the Hassan Tower
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Rabat
- Travel
- Casablanca → Rabat by coach
- Overnight
- Rabat
- Hotel
- Flower Town Hotel & Spa 4*
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 2
Rabat – Asilah – Chefchaouen
Meals included: Breakfast
The route heads to Chefchaouen, the blue city, with a stop in the coastal town of Asilah for an orientation tour of the Medina, or Old Town. On arrival in Chefchaouen, where the group overnights, a guided tour covers Morocco’s “Blue Pearl”, whose blue houses are said to symbolise the sky, God and heaven.
Included
- Orientation tour of Asilah’s old town (the Medina) and its ocean viewpoints
- Guided tour of Chefchaouen, Morocco’s Blue City
- Travel
- Rabat → Asilah → Chefchaouen by coach
- Overnight
- Chefchaouen
- Hotel
- Parador Hotel 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 3
Chefchaouen – Fes
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
The route leaves Chefchaouen for Fes, another Imperial City dating from the 13th century. The Fes Medina there ranks among the largest and oldest urban pedestrian zones anywhere, and this UNESCO listed area is also home to some of the oldest universities in the world. A local tannery showcases traditional Moroccan handicrafts, and there is time for souvenir shopping too.
Included
- Guided tour of the Fes Medina, one of the world’s largest car-free urban areas
- Visit to a local tannery, with time for souvenir shopping
- Travel
- Chefchaouen → Fes by coach
- Overnight
- Fes
- Hotel
- Hôtel Atlas Saiss Fès 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Fes: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Fes, Morocco’s cultural capital, is free to explore as you wish today. There is also an optional excursion to Volubilis, ranked among Morocco’s best preserved archaeological sites, with a guided tour of its Roman archaeology, a stop at a local winery, and a lunch with wine pairing. Dinner is included at the hotel tonight.
Included
- Free day in Fes to explore the Medina
- Dinner at the hotel
Optional extras
- Volubilis Roman Ruins & Wine Pairing Lunch · AED 370 per person
- Overnight
- Fes
- Hotel
- Hôtel Atlas Saiss Fès 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Fes – Atlas Mountains – Merzouga
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
The desert tour of Morocco begins with a visit to Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland”, before the route crosses the Atlas Mountains and the palm groves of the Ziz Valley. From Erfoud, the drive continues to the desert camp at Merzouga, where dinner features Berber style “pizza” and traditional music around a bonfire, with an overnight stay in a tent under the desert sky.
Included
- Stop in Ifrane, known as ‘Little Switzerland’
- Scenic drive through the Ziz Valley and the Atlas Mountains
- Dinner and a bonfire at the desert camp, with a night under the stars
- Travel
- Fes → Atlas Mountains → Merzouga by coach
- Overnight
- Merzouga
- Hotel
- Auberge La Belle Etoile
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Ouarzazate
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerAn early start brings a view of the desert sunrise, before the route continues to Ouarzazate, passing the Todra Gorge on the way. A walk along the river here runs beneath limestone canyons and cliffs. Ouarzazate is reached in the evening, with dinner included.
Included
- Sunrise over the desert, before setting off
- Walk beneath the cliffs of the Todra Gorge
- Travel
- Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Ouarzazate by coach
- Overnight
- Ouarzazate
- Hotel
- RS Hotel Karam Palace 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 7
Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou- Tizi n'Tichka – Marrakesh
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Before the route to Marrakesh, an orientation tour covers Ouarzazate, home to the Taourirt Kasbah. Next comes a visit to the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, followed by the winding mountain roads through the Tizi n’Tichka pass. On arrival in Marrakesh, dinner centres on a slow cooked meat stew called tangia, a dish typical of the city.
Included
- Walking tour of Ouarzazate’s Taourirt Kasbah
- Visit to the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou
- Drive over the Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass, at about 2,260 m
- Travel
- Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Tizi n’Tichka → Marrakesh by coach
- Overnight
- Marrakesh
- Hotel
- Opera Plaza 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 8
Marrakesh: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastThe morning brings a tour taking in Marrakesh’s top attractions, among them the Koutoubia, Jemaa el Fna Square, and a variety of souks, before time to continue on your own. Alternatively, the optional excursion teaches Moroccan cooking in a family style setting, making harira, tagine and a dessert while hearing more of the country’s stories.
Included
- Guided tour of Marrakesh: the Koutoubia, Jemaa el Fna Square and the souks
Optional extras
- Tastes & Sounds of Marrakesh: Cooking & Stories · AED 295 per person
- Overnight
- Marrakesh
- Hotel
- Opera Plaza 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 9
Marrakesh: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastMarrakesh offers a full free day. The Marrakesh+ excursion is one option, exploring the Jardin Majorelle gardens, including the Musée Berbère, and the Medersa Ben Youssef. In the evening, there is also the optional excursion to a Fantasia and folklore show, taking in Morocco’s cuisine, culture and performance arts.
Included
- Free day in Marrakesh to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Marrakesh+ · AED 225 per person
- Morocco Feast, Folklore & Fantasia Show · AED 315 per person
- Overnight
- Marrakesh
- Hotel
- Opera Plaza 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 10
Marrakesh – Essaouira
Meals included: BreakfastAfter breakfast, the route travels to Essaouira, where Jimi Hendrix is said to have stayed before Woodstock, with a stop at an Argan Oil cooperative on the way. Essaouira, a UNESCO listed port city, offers a quieter contrast after Marrakesh, with an orientation tour of the town. In the evening, the optional Evening in Essaouira excursion offers fresh seafood with ocean views.
Included
- Stop at an Argan oil cooperative
- Orientation tour of Essaouira’s Old Medina and city walls
Optional extras
- An Evening in Essaouira · AED 130 per person
- Travel
- Marrakesh → Essaouira by coach
- Overnight
- Essaouira
- Hotel
- Atlas Hotel Essaouira 5*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 11
Essaouira – Casablanca
Meals included: BreakfastThe morning brings the return journey to where the tour began, taking in the last Moroccan sights between Essaouira and Casablanca. In the evening, there is the optional farewell dinner in Casablanca, featuring local specialities to mark the 11 days on the road.
Optional extras
- Casablanca Farewell Dinner · AED 205 per person
- Travel
- Essaouira → Casablanca by coach
- Overnight
- Casablanca
- Hotel
- Barcelo Casablanca 4*
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 12
End of tour in Casablanca
Meals included: BreakfastAfter 12 days of sightseeing through Morocco, taking in its top sights, natural beauty and lesser known corners along the way, this Highlights of Morocco tour draws to a close after breakfast this morning.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
FromMon 9 Nov 2026ToFri 20 Nov 2026
Available
AED 8,135
Single room supplement +AED 2,663 single
FromFri 5 Mar 2027ToTue 16 Mar 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 7,774
Single room supplement +AED 2,750 single
FromFri 26 Mar 2027ToTue 6 Apr 2027
Available
AED 7,774
Single room supplement +AED 2,750 single
FromFri 16 Apr 2027ToTue 27 Apr 2027
Available
AED 8,636
Single room supplement +AED 2,750 single
FromFri 7 May 2027ToTue 18 May 2027
Available
AED 7,774
Single room supplement +AED 2,750 single
FromFri 22 Oct 2027ToTue 2 Nov 2027
Available
AED 9,033
Single room supplement +AED 2,750 single
What’s included
Included
- 10 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- 1 night in a desert camp
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 11 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Fully-guided tour
Not included
- Flights: Arrange your own flights for the start and end of the tour
- Travel insurance: Purchase a suitable policy that meets your needs
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Volubilis Roman Ruins & Wine Pairing Lunch
A full day to Volubilis, Morocco’s best-preserved Roman site and a UNESCO World Heritage listing, with a guided tour of the ruins and mosaics, followed by a tour of a local winery and a lunch with wine pairing. US$100, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 370 per person
Tastes & Sounds of Marrakesh: Cooking & Stories
A Moroccan cooking lesson in a family home: learn to make harira soup, a tagine and a traditional dessert, with storytelling about Morocco woven through the afternoon. US$80, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 295 per person
Marrakesh+
A deeper look at Marrakesh: the Jardin Majorelle and its Musée Berbère, the Dar El Bacha Museum in the old Medina, and the Medersa Ben Youssef, a historic Koranic school. US$60, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 225 per person
Morocco Feast, Folklore & Fantasia Show
An evening Fantasia show with a horse display and Moroccan folklore, paired with a multi-course dinner of mechoui and other specialities, vegetarian options available, plus return transport from the hotel. US$85, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 315 per person
An Evening in Essaouira
An evening in Essaouira built around fresh fish, vegetarian options available, with views over the Atlantic from this Moroccan port town. US$35, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 130 per person
Casablanca Farewell Dinner
A farewell group dinner in Casablanca, with Moroccan specialities such as Rfissa, chicken and lentils with msemmen flatbread and ras el-hanout spicing, plus a belly dancing performance. US$55, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 205 per person
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
This tour stays within Morocco, so no Schengen visa is involved.
Morocco’s e-visa is open to certain nationalities and to holders of residence permits or visas from a specific list of countries, and UAE residence isn’t on that list; for many UAE residents, the route is the Moroccan consulate, so allow time before you travel. Our visa team checks your passport and applies on your behalf: ask us when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights to and from Casablanca aren’t included.
Day 1 starts at the hotel in Casablanca, with your tour leader’s contact details emailed to you about a week before departure. The tour ends at the same hotel on day 12, after breakfast, by around 10:00.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included every day except day 1, plus seven dinners along the route, including the welcome dinner in Rabat and most nights through Morocco’s Imperial Cities and the desert. Lunches are not included, so you can choose where to eat.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
Morocco uses the dirham, which can’t be bought before you go: change money or use an ATM once you land. Cards are widely accepted in cities, though smaller towns, markets and the desert camp are largely cash-based.
Optional experiences booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
The tour runs November, March to May and October, avoiding the hottest summer months. Morocco’s Imperial Cities are mild to warm in these months, and the desert around Merzouga swings from warm days to cold nights, so bring a warm layer for the camp.
Pack layers, comfortable shoes for walking tours and cobbled Medinas, and modest clothing, covering shoulders and knees, for mosques and Medinas.
The night in the desert
On day 5 you swap hotels for a comfortable tent at a desert camp near Merzouga, with hot water, electricity and a toilet. The evening includes Berber-style pizza, a bonfire and music, and the next morning starts early to catch the sunrise over the dunes before setting off for the Todra Gorge.
The drive over the Tizi n’Tichka pass on day 7 reaches about 2,260 m on a long, winding mountain road, so if you are prone to motion sickness, consider bringing something for it.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
Check the visa for each country on the route. Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Casablanca and back. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book online in a few minutes. Your seats are held as soon as you book, and you pay once we have confirmed them.
- Choose your date, travellers and roomsPrices are per person, and the total updates as you choose.
- Name each traveller as in their passportYour seats are held and your booking reference is emailed straight away.
- Pay by secure link once confirmedOur Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails your payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 58 582 4488.
Questions about this tour
What will my days actually look like?
Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
Who will I be travelling with?
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Groups have on average between 35-45 travellers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
What are the hotels like?
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
How do Optional Experiences work?
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. Free time is built into the itinerary, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
What support do I have while I'm on tour?
Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and the Holidayys team in Dubai.
How do I book Highlights of Morocco with 4 Star Hotels and Desert Camp stay?
Press Book now, choose a date and your rooms, and enter each traveller as their passport shows. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Pay over time, at 0% interest
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Pay later with a credit card instalment plan or a buy-now-pay-later account; some banks charge a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
Find your bank’s plan
Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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