Desert Dreams & Imperial Cities: 8 Days Across Morocco

Day 1: Airport – Casablanca

Your private Morocco trip begins with a transfer from the airport to your accommodation in Casablanca. The itinerary for today’s excursion depends on your arrival time. However, if the time allows, we can visit a few of Casablanca’s tourist attractions, such as the Hassan II Mosque, the Moroccan Mall retail center, and a nearby beach area.

DAY 2: Casablanca - Chefchauen

Today, we will pick you up from your accommodation and then see the city’s significant monuments and landmarks before heading to Rabat, Morocco’s capital, to visit the city. Next, we will continue to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains, where we will spend the night in a traditional riad.

DAY 3: Chefchaouen – Fes

We will meet you today at your hotel in Chefchaouen and take you by car to Fes. We are going to arrive within a couple of hours, and we will have the entire day to discover Fes’s outstanding attractions. Thereafter, spend the night in a traditional Riad (dinner and breakfast).

Day 4: Fes -- Midelt -- Erfoud _ Merzouga

We will pick you up from your Riad/hotel. Then, depart towards Midelt via the Middle Atlas Mountains and cedar trees. Travel via Ifrane, a lovely ski resort, and Azrou, an important handicraft center specializing in cedar woodwork. Further, we will stop for lunch in Midelt. Finally, we’ll drive to Erfoud and into the desert in the afternoon. You will go on a camel ride into the stunning Erg Chebbi Dunes, where you will spend the night in either bivouac Berber tents or luxury tents. There, you will eat Berber food and sleep in an authentic Nomad camel hair tent. (Private tent)

Day 5 : Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Valley of Roses

The finest dawn of your life may be waiting for you when our camel guide wakes you up early in the morning. You may snap beautiful photographs while watching the sunrise, and then ride camels back to the hotel for breakfast and a shower. Also, we will drive past plantations of palm trees. After stopping for lunch, we proceed to the Todra Gorges for a little promenade. Soon after, we move toward Boumalne de Dades, where we will halt. Supper and stay in a traditional Kasbah

Day 6: Valley of roses – Ouarzazat- Kasbah ait Benhaddou – Marrakech

Departing from Dades Valley towards Rose Valley, Ouarzazat, and Marrakech after breakfast. Via El Kelaa M’gouna, the Valley of the Roses, and the Road of 1000 Kasbahs, we will go down the Rose Valley. Visit Ouarzazate and have lunch at the kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. Nevertheless, we will spend some time seeing the well-known UNESCO World Heritage Site, which served as the backdrop for several movies, including Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator. Driving past Tichka, where you may explore traditional Berber towns, we’ll arrive in Marrakech and spend the night in a riad or a hotel.

Day 7: Marrakesh, Full Guided City Tour

Marrakesh is going to be the focus of a fully guided trip. The so-called “Red City.” Marrakesh is the most important former imperial city in Moroccan history. It is close to the Atlas Mountains’ snow-capped foothills. Further, Marrakech has an older fortified city, as do many of the older cities. The Medina and Gueliz, a contemporary city constructed during French rule. Marrakesh has Morocco’s largest souk (traditional market). It also boasts Djemaa el Fna, one of the busiest squares on the continent of Africa and the entire globe. On one hand, there are several storytellers, snake charmers, water vendors, dancers, and musicians in the square. On the other hand, the square transforms into a sizable open-air dining area at night.

We’ll see the Koutoubia Mosque during our stay. Constructed during the Almoravid Dynasty’s rule in the 12th century. Finally, in an ancient town, we will go through alleys and narrow streets.

Day 8 Marrakech – airport

Transportation to Marrakech or Casablanca airports. Finishing up our services.

Wrap up the 8-day journey from Casablanca to Marrakech or Casablanca through Merzouga.

• Explore the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
• Wander the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen
• Discover the historic medina and cultural treasures of Fes
• Ride camels and spend a magical night in the Sahara Desert
• Admire the dramatic landscapes of the Todra Gorge & Dades Valley
• Visit the famous Kasbah Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO site & film location)
• Experience the vibrant souks and lively Djemaa el Fna square in Marrakech

• Arrive in Casablanca and transfer to your hotel; optional visit to Hassan II Mosque and local beach.

• Explore Casablanca’s landmarks and Rabat, then travel to the blue city of Chefchaouen.

• Wander through Chefchaouen’s charming streets and continue to Fes to discover its ancient medina, markets, and historical sites.

• Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains and stop at Ifrane and Azrou, then reach Erfoud and ride camels into the Sahara Desert, spending the night in Berber tents.

• Watch the breathtaking sunrise in the desert, then visit Rissani and Todra Gorge, followed by overnight in a traditional Kasbah.

• Journey through the Valley of Roses, Ouarzazate, and the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, then continue to Marrakech.

• Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Marrakech, including the Medina, souks, Djemaa el Fna, and historic landmarks.

• Conclude your trip with airport transfer from Marrakech or Casablanca.