Private guided tour · Morocco
15 Days — The Absolute Morocco
Our most thorough private journey through Morocco: from the blue alleys of Chefchaouen and the Roman ruins of Volubilis, across the Sahara dunes, over the Atlas Mountains, to the Atlantic ramparts of Essaouira and the Portuguese heritage of El Jadida — with free days to breathe.
15-Day Absolute Morocco Tour from Casablanca
Experience Morocco in its fullest expression with GoFez Travel's 15-Day Absolute Private Tour. This is our most comprehensive journey — adding the blue-walled serenity of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains and a relaxing Atlantic finale through El Jadida to the classic imperial-desert-coast circuit. From Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque, through Rabat, the "Blue City", the ancient medinas of Fes and Marrakech, across the Sahara's golden dunes at Merzouga, into the dramatic Todra Gorge, and finally to the windswept ramparts of Essaouira and the Portuguese cistern of El Jadida. Every mile is guided by your private English-speaking driver, with expert local guides in Fes, Marrakech, Essaouira and Volubilis. Built-in free days in Marrakech and Essaouira let you set your own pace.
Trip Highlights
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Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca — the tallest minaret in the world, half-built over the Atlantic
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Chefchaouen — the legendary "Blue City" nestled in the Rif Mountains, with optional guided hike
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Volubilis Roman ruins — remarkably preserved mosaics and triumphal arch with a private guide
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Guided medina tour of Fes — ancient tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin and the world's oldest university
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Sahara camel trek at sunset and a magical night under the stars in a luxury desert camp
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Todra Gorge & Dades Valley — dramatic 300-metre canyons and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs
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Aït Benhaddou — the legendary fortified ksar and UNESCO site, backdrop to countless films
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Free day in Marrakech — time to explore souks, gardens, or relax at a hammam at your own pace
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Essaouira — the Atlantic "City of Wind": ramparts, fishing port and a full free day on the coast
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El Jadida — Portuguese cistern and fortified seaside town, a hidden Atlantic gem on the return
Your Route
A grand circuit of roughly 1,600 km from the Rif Mountains to the Sahara and the Atlantic, through every landscape Morocco has to offer.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Casablanca → Rabat
Welcome at Mohammed V Airport by your private driver. Transfer directly to Rabat, Morocco's elegant capital. Settle into your riad and enjoy a relaxed evening stroll along the Bouregreg riverfront.
Rabat → Chefchaouen
After a morning visit to Rabat's Hassan Tower and the blue-walled Udayas Kasbah, drive north into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen. Arrive in the "Blue City" with its charming alleys, blue-washed walls and relaxed atmosphere. Evening at leisure to explore on your own.
Chefchaouen
A full day to immerse yourself in Chefchaouen. Wander the narrow blue alleys at your own pace, shop for local wool garments and handicrafts, or book an optional guided hike into the surrounding Rif Mountains. The town's friendly locals and serene mountain setting make it a photographer's dream.
Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
Depart south to the remarkably preserved Roman ruins of Volubilis for a private guided walk among ancient mosaics, temples and the triumphal arch. Continue to the holy hilltop town of Moulay Idriss, then explore Meknes — the "Versailles of Morocco" — with its grand Bab Mansour gate and Royal Stables. Arrive in Fes for the evening.
The Ancient Medina of Fes
Full-day guided tour of Fes el-Bali with a local expert: the vivid Chouara Tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and the world's oldest university, the ornate Bou Inania Madrasa, and the bustling souks. Lunch in a traditional riad before free time to wander the world's largest car-free medieval city.
Fes → Erfoud → Merzouga
A scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing Ifrane ("Little Switzerland"), the cedar forests of Azrou with Barbary macaques, and Midelt. Descend through the spectacular Ziz Valley with its endless palm groves before reaching Erfoud. Continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara, for your overnight near the dunes.
Merzouga & Sahara Desert
Explore the fossil workshops of Erfoud and visit the seasonal Dayet Srji salt lake. In the late afternoon, mount your camel for a trek into the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the sunset paint the sands in shades of amber and rose, then enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and sleep under a canopy of stars in a luxury desert camp.
Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley → Skoura
Wake early for a breathtaking Sahara sunrise. After breakfast, depart via Erfoud and the dramatic Todra Gorge, where 300-metre cliffs tower above a crystal-clear river. Continue through the Dades Valley ("Road of a Thousand Kasbahs") and the Rose Valley before reaching the palm oasis of Skoura for a peaceful night.
Skoura → Ouarzazate → Aït Benhaddou → Marrakech
Visit the iconic Aït Benhaddou ksar, a UNESCO World Heritage site and filming location for Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Stop in Ouarzazate, Morocco's Hollywood, before crossing the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m) through the High Atlas Mountains. Watch the landscape shift from desert to alpine to ochre city as you descend into Marrakech.
Marrakech Guided Tour
Explore the "Pearl of the South" with a local expert: the soaring Koutoubia Mosque, the lavish Bahia Palace, the hidden Saadian Tombs, and the vibrant souks. Visit the serene Majorelle Garden before immersing yourself in the spectacle of Jemaa el-Fna square — storytellers, musicians and food stalls beneath the stars.
Free Day in Marrakech
A full day to enjoy Marrakech at your own rhythm. Relax in a traditional hammam, take a Moroccan cooking class, shop for spices and leather in the souks, or simply sip mint tea on a rooftop terrace overlooking the Koutoubia. Your driver remains on standby for any optional excursions.
Marrakech → Essaouira
Drive to the Atlantic coast for your arrival in Essaouira, the "City of Wind". Explore the 18th-century ramparts, the blue-and-white medina (a UNESCO site), and the bustling fishing port. Fresh seafood lunch overlooking the ocean before settling into your riad for a peaceful evening.
Essaouira Guided Tour & Free Time
Morning guided walk through Essaouira's medina, the Skala de la Ville ramparts, and the port with its iconic blue fishing boats. Afternoon at leisure: stroll the artisan workshops for thuya wood crafts, sip mint tea on the ramparts, or take a horseback ride along the endless beach.
Essaouira → El Jadida → Casablanca
Follow the Atlantic coastline north to El Jadida, a former Portuguese fortress town and UNESCO site. Explore the extraordinary underground cistern, the fortified ramparts, and the tranquil Portuguese City. Continue to Casablanca for a farewell evening — perhaps a final dinner overlooking the Hassan II Mosque illuminated at night.
Casablanca Airport
Private transfer to Mohammed V International Airport, timed around your return flight. Bid farewell to Morocco with a heart full of blue-walled memories, imperial grandeur, desert sunsets and Atlantic breezes. End of our services.
Tour Overview
- Day 1: Casablanca arrival → Rabat
- Day 2: Rabat → Chefchaouen
- Day 3: Chefchaouen — free day in the Blue City
- Day 4: Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes
- Day 5: Fes — guided medina tour with local expert
- Day 6: Fes → Middle Atlas → Erfoud → Merzouga
- Day 7: Merzouga — Sahara Desert camp & camel trek
- Day 8: Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades → Skoura
- Day 9: Skoura → Ouarzazate → Aït Benhaddou → Marrakech
- Day 10: Marrakech — guided imperial city tour
- Day 11: Marrakech — free day at leisure
- Day 12: Marrakech → Essaouira (Atlantic coast)
- Day 13: Essaouira — guided tour & free time
- Day 14: Essaouira → El Jadida → Casablanca
- Day 15: Casablanca Airport — departure
Frequently Asked Questions
This 15-day itinerary is our most thorough, adding Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains, a free day in Marrakech, a full day in Essaouira, and the Portuguese heritage of El Jadida to the classic imperial-desert-coast circuit. It covers every major region of Morocco at a relaxed pace with built-in free time.
The tour begins with your arrival in Casablanca and a transfer to Rabat. A visit to the Hassan II Mosque can be arranged on Day 1 if time permits, or on Day 14 when we return to Casablanca for your final evening. It is one of the few mosques in Morocco open to non-Muslims.
You will spend one magical night in a luxury desert camp at Merzouga (Day 7), including a sunset camel trek, traditional Berber dinner, and stargazing in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
The tour includes private local expert guides in Fes (6–7 hours), Marrakech (5 hours), Essaouira (3 hours), and Volubilis (1 hour), plus all monument entrance fees listed in the itinerary.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most pleasant temperatures across all regions — from the Rif Mountains to the coast, desert and Atlas. However, this tour operates year-round.