Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Marrakech
Your group leader picks you up at Marrakech airport and takes you to the hotel. Once you've settled in, there's a welcome meeting to connect with everyone. From there, you'll walk through Marrakech's neighborhoods to see the gardens, palaces, and major mosques. Hassan II Mosque is on the agenda, one of Africa's largest structures. Dinner happens later in the evening before you rest for the night.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Casablanca
- Visit Hassan II Mosque
Optional Activities
- Explore Marrakech gardens and palaces at your own pace
Landmarks/POIs Hassan II Mosque - Day 2
Rabat to Chefchaouen
The drive to Rabat starts your day, where you'll check out the Royal Gates and Challa's green gardens. The Oudaya Kasbah is next, and climbing to its roof gives you views over the city and the Abi-Regrag river. After that, you'll head through rolling hills toward Chefchaouen, known for its blue and white buildings and Spanish-influenced design. Dinner at Tissemlal Restaurant is available if you want it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Rabat & Chefchaouen
- Visit Royal Gates and gardens of Challa
- Explore Oudaya Kasbah
Optional Activities
- Dinner at Tissemlal Restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Oudaya Kasbah Chefchaouen - Day 3
Moulay Idriss and Volubilis to Fes
Early on, you'll drive to Moulay Idriss before moving to Volubilis for the main part of the day. This ancient Roman city has arches, mosaics, and basilicas scattered throughout, and you'll walk along Decumanus Maximus to see them. There's time to visit the Moulay Idriss tomb and try local nougat candies. By evening, you'll drive to Fes for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Volubilis
- Explore ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis
- Visit Moulay Idriss tomb
Optional Activities
- Sample nougat candies during the tour
Landmarks/POIs Volubilis Moulay Idriss - Day 4
Fes
Fes is your focus today, and there's a lot to cover. Start with the royal palace, then move through the souks to shop around. Medina at Fes El Bali shows you the medieval side of the city. Al Karaouine Mosque, the university, and Merdersa Koranic school teach you about Islamic history. Later you'll see Jnan Sbil Gardens outside the medina wall, the Chouara Tannery, and Borj Nord for military history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Fes
- Visit royal palace of Fes
- Explore Medina at Fes El Bali
- Tour Al Karaouine Mosque
- Visit Al Karaouine University and Merdersa
- Visit Jnan Sbil Gardens
- Explore Chouara Tannery
- Visit Borj Nord
Optional Activities
- Shopping at the colorful souks
Landmarks/POIs Fes El Bali Al Karaouine Mosque Jnan Sbil Gardens Chouara Tannery Borj Nord - Day 5
Fes to Sahara Desert (Erg Chebbi)
Today takes you through mountain and desert landscapes. You'll drive through Fes and Ifran, breaking for lunch in Midelt, a Berber village. The Atlas Mountains come next, then you reach the palm oases and head toward Erg Chebbi's red sand dunes. An hour of camel riding gives you a feel for the desert, and the night is spent camping under stars with local Berbers, traditional dinner, bonfire, and music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Berber dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing on the way to Sahara desert
- Camel riding
- Bonfire & music
- Stargazing & sunset in the desert
Landmarks/POIs Erg Chebbi Atlas Mountains - Day 6
Sahara Desert to Ouarzazate
Errisani and the Silent Town start your morning, followed by shopping for leather and goatskin at the souk. Todgha Gorges are coming up next, where you can hike toward the canyon peaks. Later you'll travel along the road of the thousand Kasbahs, see Dades Valley and Rose Valley, and arrive in Ouarzazate, a plateau city with the largest Berber community.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing on the way to Ouarzazate
- Visit Todgha Gorges
- Hike Todgha Canyon peaks
- Tour Dades Valley
- Tour Rose Valley
Optional Activities
- Shop for goatskin and leather merchandise at the souk
Landmarks/POIs Errisani Todgha Gorges Dades Valley Rose Valley - Day 7
Ouarzazate to Marrakech
Ouarzazate, nicknamed the Hollywood of Africa, is first on the list. Ait Benhaddou, the 11th-century fortified city used for film locations, is a major stop with views of Kasbahs and the Ounila River. If time allows, you might fit in trips to Skoura, the Cinema Museum, or Studios before driving back to Marrakech for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing on the way to Marrakech
- Visit Ait Benhaddou
Optional Activities
- Visit Skoura
- Visit Cinema Museum and Studios
Landmarks/POIs Ait Benhaddou Ounila River - Day 8
Marrakech
You'll explore the Red City at the base of the snowy Atlas Mountains with a guided tour. The old Medina is one part, and Gueliz, the modern section, shows a different side. Shopping happens at traditional souks, and Djemaa el Fna square lets you see storytellers, musicians, snake charmers, and dancers. Koutoubia Mosque displays impressive architecture, and you'll wander through narrow streets to find the Seven Saints.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Marrakech
- Visit Medina
- Tour Gueliz
- Visit Djemaa el Fna
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque
Optional Activities
- Shopping at traditional souks
Landmarks/POIs Medina of Marrakech Gueliz Djemaa el Fna Koutoubia Mosque - Day 9
Departure from Marrakech
After breakfast at your Casablanca hotel, you'll check out in the afternoon and take a final tour of the city. Your guide will transfer you to the airport for your flight home. This is the time to say goodbye to your guide and fellow travelers, and you might want to share your photos from the trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
Optional Activities
- City tour of Casablanca before departure
