11-Day Morocco Tour from Agadir: Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fes & Sahara Desert

Agadir – Essaouira – Casablanca – Rabat – Asilah – Chefchaouen – Meknes – Fes – Middle Atlas – Merzouga Sahara Desert – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – Marrakech – Agadir

Overview

This comprehensive 11-day private tour from Agadir with LGBTQ Morocco Tours offers the ultimate Morocco experience, spanning the country from the Atlantic coast to the Sahara desert, and from the blue streets of Chefchaouen in the north to the golden dunes of Merzouga in the south. Visit Morocco's most iconic cities — Casablanca, Rabat, Asilah, Chefchaouen, Fes, and Marrakech — discover the ancient cedar forests and Barbary apes of the Middle Atlas, experience the Sahara desert at Merzouga, and explore the world-famous Todra Gorge and Dades Valley before returning to Agadir. Morocco in all its extraordinary diversity.

Tour Highlights

• Private 11-day tour from Agadir with professional multilingual driver/guide
• Explore Essaouira, the UNESCO-listed Atlantic port city
• Drive along the scenic Atlantic coastal road to Casablanca
• Visit Casablanca's iconic Hassan II Mosque — the world's largest mosque built over the ocean
• Explore the capital Rabat and its medieval medina and Hassan Tower
• Discover the blue-and-white Art Deco-Moroccan town of Asilah
• Wander the magical blue streets and mountain setting of Chefchaouen
• Visit Meknes, one of Morocco's imperial cities, and the Roman ruins of Volubilis nearby
• Explore the ancient medina of Fes — the world's largest living medieval city and UNESCO site
• Journey through the Middle Atlas cedar forests of Boulaajoul with Barbary apes
• Pass through the Ziz Valley and its spectacular palm grove canyon
• Sunset camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga
• Overnight in a Sahara desert camp
• Walk through the dramatic Todra Gorge
• Explore the Rose Valley of the Dades
• Visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah
• Guided sightseeing tour of Marrakech

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Agadir – Essaouira

Depart Agadir and travel north along the Atlantic coast to Essaouira, the enchanting blue-and-white fortified port city. Check into your riad and explore the UNESCO-listed medina — its blue fishing boats, ancient Skala ramparts, atmospheric souks, and vibrant arts scene make Essaouira one of Morocco's most captivating cities.

Overnight: Riad Mimouna or similar
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 2: Essaouira – Coastal Road – Casablanca

After a morning exploring Essaouira, depart along the scenic Atlantic coastal road heading north toward Casablanca. Enjoy sweeping ocean views, rugged cliffs, and argan tree-dotted landscapes before arriving in Morocco's economic capital. Visit the breathtaking Hassan II Mosque — completed in 1993 and built over the Atlantic Ocean, it is one of the world's most beautiful mosques and the largest outside Saudi Arabia. Explore the Corniche, the colonial-era medina, and the Art Deco architecture of the city centre.

Overnight: Hotel in Casablanca
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 3: Casablanca – Rabat – Asilah

Depart Casablanca and drive north to Rabat, Morocco's capital and a UNESCO World Heritage city. Visit the Hassan Tower — the unfinished minaret of a 12th-century mosque — and the adjacent Mausoleum of Mohammed V, an exquisite example of modern Moroccan craftsmanship. Stroll through the ancient Chellah necropolis, the Kasbah of the Udayas overlooking the Atlantic, and the old medina.

Continue north to Asilah, a charming whitewashed Atlantic town with Portuguese ramparts, colourful murals, and a relaxed bohemian atmosphere beloved by artists.

Overnight: Hotel or riad in Asilah
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 4: Asilah – Chefchaouen

Drive inland and east to Chefchaouen, the legendary "Blue City" nestled in the Rif Mountains. Wander through its famous blue-painted streets, squares, and stairways — a photographer's paradise and one of Morocco's most visually spectacular destinations. Explore the medina, the old kasbah, and the central plaza of Uta el-Hammam, lined with cafés and restaurants.

Overnight: Hotel or riad in Chefchaouen
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 5: Chefchaouen – Meknes – Fes

Depart Chefchaouen and travel south toward the imperial heartland. Stop in Meknes, founded by Sultan Moulay Ismail in the 17th century and one of Morocco's four imperial cities. Visit the monumental Bab Mansour gate, the vast imperial stables, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Continue east to Fes, Morocco's oldest imperial city and spiritual capital.

Overnight: Hotel or riad in Fes
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 6: Fes City Sightseeing – Middle Atlas Mountains (Boulaajoul)

Spend the morning exploring Fes el-Bali, the world's largest living medieval city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the ancient medina with its 9,000 alleyways, visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Chouara tannery — where leather has been dyed in the same pots for over 1,000 years — and the Al-Attarine souk. After lunch, drive south into the Middle Atlas Mountains to the cedar forests of Azrou and Boulaajoul, home to free-roaming Barbary macaques (the famous Atlas apes).

Overnight: Hotel in Boulaajoul / Middle Atlas
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 7: Boulaajoul – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara Desert

Depart the Middle Atlas and drive south through Midelt, gateway to the High Atlas, and descend into the spectacular Ziz Valley — a dramatic gorge lined with thousands of palm trees stretching for kilometres through the desert plateau. Continue south to Merzouga and the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi.

As the sun descends, mount your camel for a magical sunset ride across the golden dunes before arriving at your luxury desert camp for dinner, traditional Berber music, and a sky full of stars.

Overnight: Sahara Eden Camp or similar
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 8: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

Rise to watch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast, depart Merzouga and visit the historic town of Rissani — the cradle of Morocco's Alaoui royal dynasty — before passing through Erfoud with its famous fossil workshops. Continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where 300-metre limestone walls tower above the narrow canyon floor. Walk along the gorge and take photos of this extraordinary landscape.

Continue to the Dades Valley for overnight rest.

Overnight: Riad Paradise Dades or similar
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 9: Dades Valley – Rose City – Ouarzazate – Aït Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech

Explore the Dades Valley's rose gardens and striking rock formations before continuing to Kelaat M'gouna (the Rose City). Stop at the magnificent UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah for photos and exploration. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass — Morocco's highest mountain road at 2,260 metres — before descending to Marrakech.

Overnight: Riad in Marrakech
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 10: Marrakech City Sightseeing Tour

Spend the day on a comprehensive guided tour of Marrakech: Jemaa el-Fna square, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace, the Saadian Tombs, the Ben Youssef Madrasa, the vibrant souks, and the Mellah (Jewish quarter). Enjoy the evening atmosphere in the medina.

Overnight: Riad in Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast included

Day 11: Back to Agadir or Airport Departure

Enjoy a final morning in Marrakech before transferring back to Agadir or to Marrakech Menara Airport for your onward journey. LGBTQ Morocco Tours can arrange airport transfers in either city.

Meals: Breakfast included

What's Included

• Private comfortable minivan or 4x4
• All vehicle and fuel costs
• Professional multilingual driver/guide
• 10 nights in carefully selected hotels, riads, and desert camp
• Daily breakfast
• 8 traditional dinners
• Sunset camel ride at Erg Chebbi
• Guided tours in Fes and Marrakech
• Flexible itinerary and stops

What's Not Included

• International or domestic flights
• Lunches
• Drinks
• Entrance fees to monuments and mosques
• Optional activities
• Personal expenses & tips

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Is this a private tour?

A: Yes. This is a fully private 11-day tour. You travel exclusively with your group in a private vehicle with a professional multilingual driver.

Q2: How much driving is involved each day?

A: Driving distances vary by day. Longer driving days (4–6 hours) occur on the north–south transit days, while other days feature shorter drives with more time for sightseeing. Regular stops are built into all driving days.

Q3: Can this tour end in Marrakech instead of returning to Agadir?

A: Yes. The tour can be adjusted to end in Marrakech for onward travel or departure, or to end at Marrakech Menara Airport.

Q4: Is the Fes medina visit guided?

A: Yes. A professional local guide is included for the Fes medina tour — navigating its 9,000 alleyways is much richer with expert guidance.

Q5: Can the itinerary be customised?

A: Yes. LGBTQ Morocco Tours can adjust stops, accommodation categories, and pacing to suit your group's preferences and interests.

Q6: What is the best time of year for this tour?

A: The best seasons are spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November), when temperatures are pleasant throughout the country. Summer can be very hot in the desert regions; winter is ideal for the southern route but can be cold in the north.

Why Book with LGBTQ Morocco Tours

LGBTQ Morocco Tours designs immersive, private, and welcoming journeys that showcase the full depth and diversity of Morocco. Our 11-day grand tour is our most comprehensive itinerary, connecting the Atlantic coast, the imperial cities of the north, the Middle Atlas forests, and the Sahara desert in a single flowing adventure. Our experienced multilingual drivers and local guides bring each destination to life with passion and knowledge, while our hand-picked accommodations ensure comfort and authenticity at every stop. We are dedicated to creating experiences where every traveller — whoever they are — feels safe, celebrated, and free to discover the extraordinary country that is Morocco.