Itinerary
- Day 1
Casablanca to Rabat
Your private driver meets you at Casablanca Mohamed V Airport, and depending on when you land, you might have time to check out the Hassan II Mosque before heading up the coast. Once in Rabat, you'll get a guided tour of Morocco's capital, walking through the Royal Palace gates and the blue streets of the Udayas Kasbah. From there, you'll see Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V before settling in.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Rabat
- Walk through Udayas Kasbah
- Visit Hassan Tower
- Visit Mausoleum of Mohamed V
Optional Activities
- Visit Hassan II Mosque (depending on arrival time)
Landmarks/POIs Hassan II Mosque Royal Palace Udayas Kasbah Hassan Tower Mausoleum of Mohamed V - Day 2
Rabat to Chefchaouen
Your drive takes you north into the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen. After checking in, a guide walks you through this hillside town, heading to the top wall of the medina for views, then through the blue streets until reaching Uta El Hammam square. The afternoon is yours to explore on your own, sip mint tea in the square, visit the 15th-century Kasbah with its museum and gardens, or watch the sunset from the Spanish Mosque on the hill above.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Chefchaouen
- Walk to top wall of medina
- Walk through blue streets to Uta El Hammam square
Optional Activities
- Visit 15th-century Kasbah museum and garden
- Watch sunset from Spanish Mosque
- Sip mint tea in main square
Landmarks/POIs Uta El Hammam Square Chefchaouen Kasbah Spanish Mosque - Day 3
Chefchaouen
Today is free for you to wander Chefchaouen's blue streets and medina at your own pace. Grab meals or drinks at Hotel Parador in the main square, or head to Ras El Ma, a small waterfall where locals do laundry. If you want something more active, an optional 10-mile hike to Cascade d'Akchour takes you to a large waterfall with fresh orange juice and cool pools along the way, though it's somewhat challenging.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Day trip to Cascade d'Akchour with 10-mile hike to waterfall
- Visit Ras El Ma waterfall
- Explore blue streets of medina
- Drink at Hotel Parador
Landmarks/POIs Cascade d'Akchour Ras El Ma - Day 4
Volubilis - Moulay Idriss Zerhoun - Meknes - Fes
You'll depart Chefchaouen heading south toward Fes, stopping at Volubilis with its Roman ruins from the third century BCE. After a guided look around, lunch happens in Moulay Idriss Zerhoun at the sacred city where Idriss I's Tomb sits. Then it's on to Meknes to explore the old medina, the Tomb of Sultan Moulay Ismail, the Agdal Reservoir, and Heri es-Souani, a former granary and stable, before heading to Fes for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Volubilis
- Visit Tomb of Sultan Moulay Ismail
- See Agdal Reservoir
- Visit Heri es-Souani
Optional Activities
- Visit Idriss I's Tomb in Moulay Idriss Zerhoun
Landmarks/POIs Volubilis Idriss I's Tomb Tomb of Sultan Moulay Ismail Bab Mansour Agdal Reservoir Heri es-Souani - Day 5
Fes
After breakfast, you'll meet a local guide for a full tour of Fes, starting at the Royal Palace and walking through the old Mellah, the Jewish quarter. Climb to one of the Borj towers for views across the medina, then see traditional pottery demonstrations at a mosaic house. Your guide takes you through ancient medina streets showing you artisan sections including the tanneries, the Tomb of Idriss II, and Al-Qarawaiyin University, one of the world's oldest continuously operated universities. The tour wraps up after lunch, leaving your afternoon free.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Fes with local guide
- Walk through old Mellah (Jewish quarter)
- Visit Borj tower for panoramic views
- Visit mosaic house with pottery demonstration
- Explore medina artisan sections including tanneries
- Visit Tomb of Idriss II
- Visit Al-Qarawaiyin University
Optional Activities
- Free exploration of Fes after tour ends
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace Fes Medina Tomb of Idriss II Al-Qarawaiyin University - Day 6
Fes to Erg Chebbi (Sahara Desert)
This is a long drive toward a traditional encampment in the Sahara Desert. You'll pass through Africa's largest cedar forest, home to Atlas monkeys, and cross the Middle Atlas Mountains with lunch in Midelt. From there, continue through mountains via the Ziz River Gorge until reaching the large dunes of Erg Chebbi before sunset. Hop on a camel to trek into the dunes to your luxury camp, then climb the nearest dune to watch the sunset and stars. The night includes traditional food, live music, and stargazing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (At Midelt), Dinner (Traditional meal at desert camp)
Included Activities
- Camel trek into Sahara dunes
- Sunset from dune
- Stargazing
- Traditional music at camp
Optional Activities
- Pass through largest cedar forest in Africa with Atlas monkeys
Landmarks/POIs Cedar Forest Middle Atlas Mountains Ziz River Gorge Erg Chebbi - Day 7
Dades Gorge - Tinghir - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
Rise early to watch sunrise over the dunes, then have breakfast before riding your camel back to the edge. Your driver meets you to head toward Dades Gorge, stopping to see an ancient irrigation system that brought water from the Saghro Mountains. Head to the oasis town of Tinghir for a guided walk through the palmeraie and mellah. Visit Todra Gorge, walking through the canyon's most impressive section, then continue to the Dades River Valley to rest for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast (At desert camp), Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing at dunes
- Camel ride from dunes
- Guided walk through Tinghir palmeraie and mellah
- Walk through Todra Gorge
Optional Activities
- Visit ancient irrigation system
Landmarks/POIs Dadès Gorge Saghro Mountains Tinghir Todra Gorge Dadès River Valley - Day 8
Valley of Roses
Today you'll drive to the Valley of Roses to get a real sense of everyday Moroccan life. Stop at a local market before arriving at a local family's home where you'll help prepare traditional lunch while learning Moroccan cooking secrets. Spend the afternoon sharing experiences with locals. After saying goodbye, you can explore more of the valley or head to a market to buy items made with rose petals, the flower that gives this region its name and economic importance.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch prepared with local family), Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit local market
- Help prepare traditional lunch at local family home
- Interact with host family and learn Moroccan cuisine
Optional Activities
- Explore Valley of Roses
- Shop at market for rose petal products
Landmarks/POIs Valley of Roses - Day 9
Ouarzazate - Aït Benhaddou - Marrakech
You'll travel the Road of the 1,000 Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, Morocco's 'Hollywood,' with a quick stop before heading to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou. Explore this impressive ksar with its traditional clay architecture, then continue through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, sitting almost 7,000 feet above sea level and offering one of Morocco's most striking drives. With stops for tea and panoramic views, you'll reach Marrakech by early evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Aït Benhaddou UNESCO World Heritage site
Optional Activities
- Quick stop in Ouarzazate
- Tea stops during mountain drive
Landmarks/POIs Ouarzazate Aït Benhaddou Tizi n'Tichka Pass High Atlas Mountains - Day 10
Marrakech
Meet a local city guide for a tour of Marrakech's major monuments including Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and Koutoubia Mosque. Your guide escorts you through the city's souks where artisans share information about their crafts. After the tour ends, you have the rest of the day to yourself to buy souvenirs in the souks, enjoy a traditional meal at one of the city's restaurants, or wander the stalls of Jemaa el-Fna Square watching musicians and snake charmers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Marrakech
- Visit Bahia Palace
- Visit Saadian Tombs
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque
- Guided walk through souks to meet artisans
Optional Activities
- Explore Jemaa el-Fna Square
- Watch musicians and snake charmers
- Shop for souvenirs in souks
- Dine at traditional restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Bahia Palace Saadian Tombs Koutoubia Mosque Jemaa el-Fna Square - Day 11
Marrakech to Imlil
Say goodbye to Marrakech and head toward the valleys of the Toubkal Massif. Cross the Haouz Plain and pass through the village of Asni before entering the High Atlas Mountains foothills to reach Imlil. Walk around the small village or visit its local hammam for a relaxing soak. Try to be outside when the call to prayer sounds, as its powerful echo bounces through the mountains. Head to bed early since tomorrow brings a challenging mountain trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walk around Imlil village
- Visit local hammam (public bath)
Landmarks/POIs Imlil Toubkal Massif High Atlas Mountains - Day 12
Mount Toubkal Trek
Rise before sunrise to begin the long, challenging hike to Mount Toubkal's summit at 13,667 feet (4,165 m), the highest peak in North Africa. Navigate through boulders and rocks with views that'll push you through the demanding trek. At the summit, take in panoramic views of the snowcapped Atlas Mountains and celebrate your accomplishment. Begin the descent back to Imlil where your driver meets you. Treat yourself to relaxation at a hammam or spa back in Marrakech.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mount Toubkal summit hike
Optional Activities
- Hammam or spa treatment in Marrakech
Landmarks/POIs Mount Toubkal - Day 13
Marrakech to Essaouira
Head from Marrakech toward the coastal city of Essaouira, stopping at a local argan oil cooperative to see how this rare oil gets produced. If you're lucky, you might spot goats climbing the trees to eat their favorite argan berries and olives. Once in Essaouira, you have the option to visit the wharf with a guide, picking fresh fish and seafood from the local catch of the day and having it grilled Moroccan-style at a nearby restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit local argan oil cooperative
Optional Activities
- Guided visit to Essaouira wharf to select and eat fresh seafood
Landmarks/POIs Essaouira - Day 14
Essaouira
Today is free to explore this coastal town. Head to the wharf to see blue boats bobbing against the ancient fortress surrounding the medina, or wander through the labyrinthine streets buying souvenirs and sipping mint tea. For something more active, try kite or windsurfing, two popular water sports here. As evening comes, climb to the city ramparts to catch the sun setting over the Atlantic.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit wharf and fortress
- Shop for souvenirs in medina streets
- Sip mint tea
- Kite or windsurfing
- Watch sunset from city ramparts
Landmarks/POIs Essaouira Medina Essaouira Fortress - Day 15
Essaouira to Casablanca
After breakfast, prepare for a long drive back to Casablanca, taking in the last views of Morocco from your private transport. After approximately four hours, you'll reach Casablanca Mohamed V Airport and catch your departing flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
