Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Marrakech
Your driver meets you at Marrakech Airport and takes you to your hotel. Once you arrive, you can settle in and get comfortable after your journey.
- Start point
- Marrakech-Medina, Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Pickup from Marrakech airport)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Riad Touda), Guesthouse (Riad Challa Hotel & Spa)
- Day 2
Marrakech
After breakfast at your riad, a local guide takes you through Marrakech's narrow alleyways and hidden gardens, and you'll walk through the souks. You stop at Djemaa el Fna square to see the Koutoubia Mosque minaret. In the evening, you can check out the food stalls, watch dancers, and see henna artists in the square, or head to a local spa to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at your Riad)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Riad Touda), Guesthouse (Riad Challa Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Guided tour through Marrakech's medina with local guide
- Visit to Djemaa el Fna square and UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Views of Koutoubia Mosque minaret
Optional Activities
- Spa massage at local spa
- Further exploration of medina souks
Landmarks Djemaa el Fna Koutoubia Mosque - Day 3
Marrakech to Boumalne Dades
You leave Marrakech and drive over the High Atlas Mountains, passing through small Berber villages and reaching Tickha peak for mountain views. Next you visit the 18th-century Telouet Kasbah, a former home of the powerful Glaoui family. Then comes Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah from the 17th century, the place used in films like Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator. After driving through Skoura and the Valley of Roses, you reach Boumalne Dades for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at a restaurant near the Kasbah), Dinner (Dinner in Boumalne Dades)
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Dar Blues), Guesthouse (Riad Dades Paradise), Hotel (Dades Xaluca Hotel)
Included Activities
- Crossing High Atlas Mountains with views of Berber villages
- Visit to Telouet Kasbah (18th century)
- Visit to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO classified, 17th century)
- Scenic drive through Valley of Roses
Landmarks High Atlas Mountains Telouet Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah Valley of Roses - Day 4
Boumalne Dades to Merzouga Desert
You drive toward Todra Gorge near Tinghir, seeing impressive views that are good for hiking. After passing through the desert towns of Erfoud and Rissani, you either ride camels or take a 4WD vehicle into Morocco's pink sand dunes at the desert's edge. You can wander around on your own before watching the sunset. Dinner is a traditional Moroccan meal with live music around a campfire, and you'll have drumming lessons or just enjoy the quiet. The night happens in Berber tents where you can look at the Milky Way and possibly see shooting stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Delectable Moroccan cuisine dinner with traditional live music around the campfire)
- Accommodation
- Camping (Tiziri Camp), Camping (Aiour Luxury Camp)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive to Todra Gorge in Tinghir
- Desert experience with camel ride or 4WD vehicle into pink sand dunes
- Sunset viewing in the desert
- Traditional Moroccan dinner with live music around campfire
- Overnight stay in Berber tents
Optional Activities
- Drumming lessons with locals
- Conversations with locals
Landmarks Todra Gorge Merzouga Desert - Day 5
Merzouga Desert to Fes
You travel toward Fes through Errachidia and the Ziz Valley. The route passes through Midelt, a busy commercial area surrounded by farmland. Then you drive through Cedar forests where Barbary macaques live. Before reaching Fez by early evening, you stop in Ifrane, known for its alpine-style buildings, ski slopes, and forests, and you'll see the famous lion statue.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Riad Fez Mahal), Guesthouse (Riad Les Oudayas), Guesthouse (Riad Ahlam)
Included Activities
- Drive through Ziz Valley
- Travel through Cedar forests
- Stop at Ifrane with alpine-style architecture and ski slopes
Landmarks Ziz Valley Cedar forests Ifrane - Day 6
Fes
After breakfast, a guided tour takes you through Fes City's history. You see Madrasa El Bouinania with its Marinid architecture, El Quaraoiyin Mosque and University (the world's oldest continuously operating higher educational institution), the Pottery Village, Nejjarine Square, the South Tower, and the king's residence. Later you have free time to walk around on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Riad Fez Mahal), Guesthouse (Riad Les Oudayas), Guesthouse (Riad Ahlam)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Fes City with local guide
- Visit to Madrasa El Bouinania
- Visit to El Quaraoiyin Mosque and University
- Stop at Pottery Village
- Visit to Nejjarine Square
- Visit to South Tower
- Visit to king's residence
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore on your own
Landmarks Madrasa El Bouinania El Quaraoiyin Mosque and University Nejjarine Square - Day 7
Meknes - Volubilis - Chefchaouen
After breakfast, you drive to Chefchaouen but first stop in Meknes to see the Bab Mansour gate with its arches and tile work. You explore Volubilis, once the capital of the Mauretanian kingdom. When you arrive in Chefchaouen, the blue-washed buildings are really something to see. You have free time to walk the streets, visit Place Outa el Hammam square, the red-walled 15th-century Kasbah with its dungeon, the Ethnographic Museum, and the distinctive octagonal minaret.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Dar Echchaouen Maison d'hôtes & Riad), Guesthouse (Casa Hassan), Guesthouse (Riad Cherifa Hôtel)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bab Mansour gate in Meknes
- Guided tour of excavated ancient city of Volubilis with local guide
- Exploration of Chefchaouen's old town with blue-washed buildings
Optional Activities
- Visit to Place Outa el Hammam square
- Visit to red-walled Kasbah (15th century fortress)
- Visit to Ethnographic Museum
- Shopping for handicrafts
- Exploring the octagonal minaret
Landmarks Bab Mansour Volubilis Chefchaouen Place Outa el Hammam Kasbah of Chefchaouen - Day 8
Rabat - Casablanca
After breakfast you drive to Rabat to see two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Oudaya and Hassan Tower (a minaret from an incomplete mosque built in 1195). You also visit the Mohammed V Mausoleum, which holds the tombs of three kings: Mohammad V, Hassan II, and Prince Abdallah. Later you continue to Casablanca to see Hassan II Mosque, finished in 1993, the second-largest in Africa, with the world's second-tallest minaret at 210 meters. You overnight in Casablanca.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hôtel Club Val d'Anfa Casablanca)
Included Activities
- Visit to UNESCO World Heritage Site Oudaya in Rabat
- Visit to Hassan Tower in Rabat
- Visit to Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat
- Visit to Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
Landmarks Oudaya Hassan Tower Mohammed V Mausoleum Hassan II Mosque - Day 9
Casablanca to Essaouira
You travel along the Atlantic coast to Essaouira. When you get there, you explore the medina and walk along the busy port, taking in the relaxed coastal feel. You can see the old fortifications, wander through the winding streets with their colorful shops, and try the freshest seafood at local restaurants.
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Riad Mimouna), Guesthouse (Riad Malaika), Guesthouse (Riad Chbanate)
Included Activities
- Travel along Atlantic coastline to Essaouira
- Exploration of Essaouira medina
Optional Activities
- Stroll along vibrant port
- Explore ancient fortifications
- Shop in labyrinthine streets
- Dine on fresh seafood at local eateries
Landmarks Essaouira Port - Day 10
Essaouira to Marrakech (Departure)
After breakfast, your driver takes you back to Marrakech. When you arrive, your driver helps with your luggage and says goodbye, making sure you're comfortable at your hotel.
- End point
- Marrakech - Tensift - Al Haouz, Morocco (Drop off at your accommodation)
- Meals
- Breakfast
