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Blue-painted stairway in a Chefchaouen alley

8-day student trip

8 Days Morocco Student Explorer

A broad introduction to Morocco for groups arriving in Casablanca: modern cities, the blue mountain town of Chefchaouen, medieval Fes and the desert, finishing in Marrakech.

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Tour facts

Duration
8 days
Start
Casablanca
End
Marrakech
Group type
University, Study abroad, School
Tour style
Private group trip
Sahara included
Yes
Private transport
Yes

Tour overview

Well suited to study-abroad programs that want students to understand both contemporary and historic Morocco.

Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen → Fes → Sahara → Marrakech

What Students Can Learn

  • Colonial-era urban planning in Casablanca and Rabat
  • Andalusian heritage in northern Morocco
  • Morocco's modern capital and political institutions
  • From Rif mountains to Saharan dunes: a full geographic transect

Highlights

  • Hassan II Mosque exterior
  • Rabat's Kasbah of the Udayas
  • Chefchaouen's blue medina
  • Fes el Bali
  • Erg Chebbi

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1: Casablanca arrival – Rabat

    Visit the Hassan II Mosque area, then drive to Rabat for the Kasbah of the Udayas and Hassan Tower.

    Driving: Approx. 1.5 hours

  2. Day 2: Rabat – Chefchaouen

    North into the Rif foothills and an evening in the blue town.

    Driving: Approx. 4 hours

  3. Day 3: Chefchaouen – Fes

    Morning walk in Chefchaouen, then south to Fes.

    Driving: Approx. 4 hours

  4. Day 4: Fes guided day

    Medina, tanneries and an artisan workshop.

  5. Day 5: Fes – Middle Atlas – Merzouga

    Cedar forests, Ziz Valley and arrival at the desert camp.

    Driving: Approx. 7–8 hours with stops

  6. Day 6: Merzouga – Todra – Dades

    Sunrise, then the Todra Gorge and Dades Valley.

    Driving: Approx. 5 hours

  7. Day 7: Dades – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

    Kasbah road, Ait Ben Haddou, High Atlas crossing.

    Driving: Approx. 7 hours with stops

  8. Day 8: Marrakech & departure

    Morning guided visit and transfer to the airport.

Driving times are estimates and depend on road conditions, weather and the number of stops.

Accommodation

Riads, guesthouses, hotels and a desert camp where relevant, chosen to suit student groups. The exact properties and level are confirmed in your proposal.

Meals

Usually breakfast daily and dinners on the road and at the desert camp. Meal plans are agreed in the proposal and dietary needs can be planned in advance.

Typically included

Private transport with driver, accommodation as agreed, meals as agreed, desert camp and camel trek or 4x4 where the route includes the Sahara. Final inclusions are listed in your proposal.

Not included

International flights, travel insurance, personal expenses, tips and anything not listed in your proposal.

Optional activities

  • Hike to the Spanish Mosque viewpoint in Chefchaouen
  • Cooking class
  • Sandboarding

Private group travel style

Your group travels alone, in its own vehicles, on a schedule agreed in advance. Plans can adapt day to day with your group leader.

Student group considerations

We adjust pace and activities to age, share a clear daily plan with leaders, and agree meeting points and emergency contacts before departure.

Best time

March to June and September to November.

What to pack

Comfortable walking shoes, modest layers, a warm jacket for evenings, sun protection and a refillable bottle.

Full packing list →

Photos

Student group in a blue-painted street of ChefchaouenStudents walking through the white and blue lanes of the Kasbah of the Udayas in RabatUniversity group in front of an ornate mosque gate in MoroccoStudent group sitting on the Erg Chebbi dunes near MerzougaStudents on a camel trek led by a guide across the Erg Chebbi dunesThree young travelers riding quad bikes on the desert sandStudent group cheering on top of the Merzouga dunes on a winter trip

Booking process

  1. 1

    Send your group details through the quote form

  2. 2

    Receive a tailored proposal and refine it with us

  3. 3

    Confirm the trip according to the booking conditions in your proposal

Before confirming, please read our Booking Conditions and Cancellation Policy.

FAQ

Is this trip private?

Yes. The trip is organized only for your group, with private transport and a schedule agreed with your group leader.

Can we change the itinerary?

Yes. This 8-day route is a starting point. Days, stops and activities can be adjusted to your group.

Is the camel trek required?

No. A 4x4 transfer to the desert camp can replace the camel trek for anyone who prefers it.

How is the price calculated?

Price depends on group size, duration, accommodation level, transport, activities and meals. Request a quote and we'll send a clear proposal.

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