Morocco 10-Day Travel Itinerary from Casablanca Guide

Planning Morocco-10-day Travel Itinerary from Casablanca is one of the best ways to experience the country’s culture, food, desert landscapes, and famous blue cities. Morocco is incredibly diverse, and with 10 days, you can visit the iconic highlights without rushing.

This guide gives you a step-by-step daily itinerary, transportation advice, hotel recommendations, estimated budgets, and important things travelers need to know before visiting.

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Why Start Your Trip in Casablanca?

Casablanca is Morocco’s main international airport (CMN), with the most affordable flight options from Europe, the US, and the Middle East. Starting here gives you:

• Affordable flights
• Easy transportation
• Direct access to Rabat, Fes, and Marrakech
• A smoother route across the country

Perfect 10-Day Morocco Itinerary Starting in Casablanca

Planning Morocco-10-day Travel Itinerary from Casablanca

Day 1—Arrive in Casablanca

Main Highlights:

• Hassan II Mosque (one of the largest in the world)
• Corniche beachfront
• Old Medina (small but charming)

Where to Stay (Casablanca):

• Budget: Hotel Central
• Mid-range: Kenzi Tower
• Luxury: Four Seasons Casablanca

Day 2 — Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen

Morning:
Travel from Casablanca to Rabat (1 hour). Visit:

• Hassan Tower
• Oudaya Kasbah
• Royal Palace

Afternoon:
Continue to Chefchaouen (4 hours).

Evening:
Walk through the blue alleys — magical at sunset.

Day 3 — Full Day in Chefchaouen

Things to See:

• Outa el Hammam square
• Spanish Mosque viewpoint
• Ras El Ma waterfall
• Medina’s blue streets for photography

Tip:
Chefchaouen is one of Morocco safest and calmest cities — ideal for solo travelers.

Day 4 — Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Meknes → Fes

A cultural and historical day.

Stops:

• Volubilis: Ancient Roman ruins
• Meknes: Bab Mansour & Lahdim Square
• Fes: Arrive by evening

Stay inside Fes Medina for the best experience.

Day 5 — Full Day in Fes (Fes el-Bali)

Top Attractions:

• Chouara Tannery
• Al Quaraouiyine University
• Bou Inania Madrasa
• Traditional pottery workshops

Fes is the cultural heart of Morocco — prepare to walk through narrow alleys and lively souks.

Day 6 — Fes → Ifrane → Ziz Valley → Merzouga Desert

This is one of the most beautiful road trips in Morocco.

Stops on the way:

• Ifrane: Known as the “Moroccan Switzerland”
• Azrou Cedar Forest: Wild monkeys
• Ziz Valley: Palm oases

Arrive in Merzouga by late afternoon.

Evening Experience:

• Sunset camel ride
• Sahara desert camp dinner
• Berber music
• Stargazing

Day 7 — Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley

Morning: Sunrise over the dunes.
Afternoon: Drive to Todra Gorge, known for its massive limestone cliffs.
Evening: Stay in Dades Valley — famous for mountain landscapes.

Day 8 — Dades → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Stops:

• Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Morocco)
• Film studios (movies like Gladiator & GOT filmed here)
• Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO village)

Cross the High Atlas Mountains → arrive in Marrakech.

Day 9 — Full Day in Marrakech

Top Places to Visit:

• Jemaa el-Fnaa Square
• Bahia Palace
• Koutoubia Mosque
• Majorelle Garden & Yves Saint Laurent Museum
• Ben Youssef Madrasa

Evening:
Dinner in a rooftop restaurant overlooking the square.

Day 10 — Marrakech → Casablanca (Departure)

If your flight is from Marrakech (RAK), you can skip Casablanca and depart directly.

Otherwise:

• Return to Casablanca (2.5–3 hours by train or car).

Transportation Tips

Best options for this itinerary:

• Train (ONCF) for major cities
• Private driver for the desert route
• CTM/Supratours buses
• Car rental (if confident driving mountain roads)

Best Riad Recommendations by City

Marrakech:

• Riad BE Marrakech
• Riad Yasmine

Fes:

• Riad Fes
• Riad Laaroussa

Chefchaouen:

• Dar Echchaouen
• Casa Perleta

Merzouga Desert Camps:

• Desert Caravanserai Luxury Camp
• Sahara Stars Camp
• Merzouga Luxury Camp

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is 10 days enough to visit Morocco?

Yes — 10 days is perfect for cities, mountains, and the Sahara.

2. What’s the best month to travel to Morocco?

March–May and September–November.

3. Can solo travelers do this itinerary?

Yes, Morocco is safe and beginner-friendly.

4. Do I need a visa?

Most nationalities get 90 days visa-free