Itinerary
- Day 1
Casablanca to Rabat
You'll arrive in Casablanca and go through VIP immigration with a personal chauffeur waiting for you. From there, take a private tour down elegant boulevards, through the old souk, and into the Hobous quarter before heading to Rabat. Once you check into your luxury hotel, you'll have traditional mint tea to settle in. Dinner takes you to Villa Mandarine, where the terrace fills with fragrant air while you try seasonal Moroccan-French fusion dishes.
- Start point
- Casablanca, Casablanca-Settat, Morocco (Casablanca, 08:00 - 09:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private tour of Casablanca - Boulevard de la Corniche, old souk, Hobous quarter, and palm-lined boulevards
- Pastry and tea in Casablanca
Landmarks Hobous Quarter Boulevard de la Corniche 
- Day 2
Rabat to Chefchaouen
A private guide takes you through Rabat's historic sites, including the Royal Palace, Chellah Necropolis, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V. You'll walk through busy medina souks and the quieter Andalusian Gardens. Then comes a 4.5-hour drive through Moroccan countryside to Chefchaouen, the blue-washed mountain village. As sunset approaches, a professional local photographer shoots golden hour portraits with you in the city's best photo spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private tour of Rabat - Royal Palace, Chellah Necropolis, Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohamed V, medina souks, Andalusian Gardens, and Kasbah des Ouadaïs
- Exclusive photoshoot session at sunset in Chefchaouen with professional photographer
Optional Activities
- Explore mazelike streets of Chefchaouen on your own
Landmarks Royal Palace Chellah Necropolis Hassan Tower Mausoleum of Mohamed V Andalusian Gardens Kasbah des Ouadaïs 
- Day 3
Chefchaouen to Fes
The drive to Fes takes 4.5 hours with stops at key historical sites along the way. You'll see the 2,000-year-old Roman complex at Volubilis, with merchant homes, temples, and vibrant mosaics. Next, you visit Moulay Idriss, one of Morocco's holiest cities where Islam arrived in 789 CE. After passing through Meknes to check out the medina, Medersa Bou Inania, Dar Jamae palace, and the Bab al-Mansour gate, you'll reach Fes. Check into your luxury palace hotel and have dinner at Riad Maison Bleue Restaurant for elevated traditional Moroccan cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Volubilis Roman complex - merchant homes, temples, and mosaics
- Visit to Moulay Idriss
- Guided tour of Meknes medina, Medersa Bou Inania, Dar Jamaï palace, Bab al-Mansour gate, Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and Royal Stables
Landmarks Volubilis Moulay Idriss Medersa Bou Inania Dar Jamaï Palace Bab al-Mansour Gate Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail - Day 4
Fes
You'll spend the full day exploring Fes' ancient medina with a knowledgeable local guide navigating the UNESCO World Heritage site and its more than 9,000 streets. See the Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, and the Chaouara Tannery. You can shop for one-of-a-kind textiles, carpets, handcrafted pottery, and leather goods throughout the day. Later, head to Les Bains Amani for a luxurious traditional hammam where you'll get rose water exfoliation, hair mask, black soap scrub, and a soothing body mask treatment.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private guided tour of Fes medina - Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, Chaouara Tannery
- Luxurious hammam experience at Les Bains Amani - bath, rose water exfoliation, hair mask, black soap exfoliation, and body mask
Optional Activities
- Shopping for textiles, carpets, pottery, and leather goods in medina
Landmarks Bou Inania Madrasa Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University Chaouara Tannery - Day 5
Fes to Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
You'll leave early on an eight-hour private transfer through varied landscapes heading toward the Sahara. The route passes through the striking Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas mountains, where oases appear in the arid landscape, and you might spot Barbary macaques in the trees. Grab lunch in Midelt, then near Erfoud, the Saharan dunes start appearing. Visit a local collective to see fossil work and artisan factories. Swap your vehicle for a camel and ride through the dunes to your luxury desert camp. Climb a nearby dune to watch the sunset, then return for campfire dinner with traditional Berber music.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to local collective in Erfoud to see fossil-rich rock work and artisan factories
- Camel trek through Saharan dunes to desert camp
- Sunset viewing from dune
- Traditional Berber music and local dinner at desert camp
Landmarks Ziz Valley Middle Atlas Mountains Midelt Erfoud - Day 6
Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
A private 4WD expedition takes you through the heart of Erg Chebbi sand sea, dipping into valleys and climbing dunes that stretch over 17 miles while you learn about the desert's geography. You'll visit Khemliya village to meet a Gnawa family and listen to their spiritual healing Gnaoua music, which has deep Moroccan traditions and sub-Saharan roots. For some adrenaline, ride a quad bike or dune buggy through the towering golden dunes. Return to camp and climb a dune again at sunset before finishing the evening around the campfire with dinner and traditional Berber music.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private 4WD desert expedition through Erg Chebbi sand sea
- Visit to Khemliya village to meet Gnawa family and listen to Gnaoua music
- Quad bike or dune buggy ride through dunes
- Sunset viewing from dune
- Dinner and traditional Berber music at camp
Landmarks Erg Chebbi Khemliya Village 
- Day 7
Merzouga to Aït Benhaddou
A 5.5-hour drive takes you through palm groves and picturesque kasbahs, passing traditional mud-brick villages and ancient fortified settlements. You'll see the Todra Gorge with its towering ocher and limestone cliffs, then continue through the Dades Valley, known as the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs. Stop to meet Berber people and learn about the region. Arrive in Ouarzazate to check out the imposing Kasbah Taourirt fortress, once home to the powerful Glaoui family. Continue to Ait Benhaddou, a medieval UNESCO World Heritage site, and settle into your luxury riad overlooking this ancient ksar.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Todra Gorge
- Visit to Dades Valley
- Encounter with Berber people and local culture
- Guided tour of Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate - twisting corridors, intricate carvings, ornate decorations
- Exploration of Aït Benhaddou medina and passageways
Landmarks Todra Gorge Dades Valley Kasbah Taourirt Aït Benhaddou - Day 8
Aït Benhaddou to Marrakesh
You'll explore the intricate clay architecture and maze-like alleys of Ait Benhaddou one final time before driving three hours to Marrakesh. The route goes over Tizi n'Tichka pass, Morocco's highest at 7,414 feet, giving you panoramic views of valleys, gorges, and hidden oases. Once in the Red City, check into your luxurious boutique hotel. You can relax by the three swimming pools, explore the enormous roof terrace and lavish spa, or visit the resident tortoises. Evening options include cocktails at the bars, dining at restaurants, or heading to the energetic Jemaa el-Fna square to experience storytellers and street food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Exploration of Aït Benhaddou clay architecture and alleys
Optional Activities
- Explore Jemaa el-Fna square with storytellers, snake charmers, and street food
Landmarks Tizi n'Tichka Pass Jemaa el-Fna Square 
- Day 9
Marrakesh
Wake early for an exclusive hot-air balloon ride over Marrakesh's red desert landscape at sunrise, watching pastel colors and soft lighting create a serene atmosphere above the bustling city. You'll see the Koutoubia Mosque and Atlas mountains become tiny in the distance. After landing, enjoy a traditional Moroccan breakfast. Later, a local guide takes you through Marrakesh starting at Bahia Palace with its carved wooden ceilings and tiled courtyards. From there, stroll past the Koutoubia Mosque and into the colorful medina's maze of riads, souks, and workshops, browsing vibrant textiles, aromatic spices, ornate jewelry, and leather goods.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Traditional Moroccan breakfast)
Included Activities
- Exclusive hot-air balloon ride over Marrakesh desert at sunrise
- Traditional Moroccan breakfast after balloon landing
- Private half-day guided tour of Marrakesh - Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, medina, riads, souks, and shopping areas
Landmarks Bahia Palace Koutoubia Mosque Atlas Mountains 
- Day 10
Marrakesh
On your final day, a comfortable 20-minute private transfer takes you to Marrakesh airport. Relax and think back on your two-week Moroccan adventure as you catch one last view of the vibrant city before heading home or to your next destination.
- End point
- Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Marrakesh, 18:00 - 19:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast
