Itinerary
- Day 1
Casablanca
You'll arrive in Casablanca and have the day to yourself to get oriented and walk around this busy port city. Later this evening at 6pm, head to your hotel in the city center for a pre-departure meeting where you'll meet the other travelers on your tour. Dinner follows afterward, so you'll get to know everyone right away.
- Meals
- Dinner
Optional Activities
- Free exploration of Casablanca
- Day 2
Rabat - Meknes
After breakfast, you're heading to Rabat for a guided tour of several key sites, including Oudaia Kasbah, Hassan Tower, the Royal Palace, and Chellah. Lunch breaks things up mid-day, and then you'll travel to Meknes. The rest of the afternoon is yours to wander around this more relaxed city and get a feel for local life.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Rabat including Oudaia Kasbah, Hassan Tower, Royal Palace, and Chellah
Optional Activities
- Free exploration of Meknes
Landmarks Oudaia Kasbah Hassan Tower Royal Palace Chellah - Day 3
Volubilis - Chefchaouen
This morning takes you to Volubilis to see the Roman ruins spread across Morocco's largest ancient site from around AD 40. Later you'll drive up into the Rif Mountains to reach Chefchaouen, known for its distinctive blue and white buildings. You'll spend time in the main square checking out the 18th-century Kasbah, the central mosque, and local markets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Roman ruins at Volubilis
- Guided tour of Chefchaouen
Optional Activities
- Explore the market at Chefchaouen
- Relax in local cafes
Landmarks Volubilis Chefchaouen Medina Kasbah of Chefchaouen 
- Days 4 - 5
Fes (Days 4-5)
You've got the morning and lunch to yourself in Chefchaouen before heading to Fes. This medieval city is the oldest and largest of its kind in the world, and with a local guide, you'll navigate through the crowded medina to see the history, mosques, palaces, tanneries, and dye-pits. An optional Moroccan entertainment and dinner experience is available in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast
Included Activities
- Full day guided city tour of Fes including medina, souk, dye-pits, and tanneries
Optional Activities
- Dinner and Moroccan Entertainment in Fez - US$26
Landmarks Fes Medina 
- Day 6
Midelt
You'll cross over the Moyen Atlas mountains toward Midelt, a small town surrounded by pine forest in a beautiful alpine setting. After arriving, an afternoon hike takes you through peaceful mountain surroundings. The evening is relaxed, giving you time to settle in and maybe explore carpet shopping or plan more hiking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Afternoon hike around Midelt
Optional Activities
- Carpet shopping in Midelt
- Explore the mountain town
- Day 7
Merzouga
Today's the day you head into the Sahara Desert. The drive is scenic, and there's an optional lunch with Moroccan food along the way. You'll have afternoon time to relax and swim if weather allows, then experience a camel trek out to an authentic Berber camp for the night. Dinner is local food, and you'll have time stargazing under the desert sky.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Fantastic Moroccan lunch), Dinner (Local food at Berber Camp)
Included Activities
- Camel trek into the Sahara Desert
- Stay at authentic Berber Camp
Optional Activities
- Moroccan lunch - optional
- Day 8
Todra Gorge
Todra Gorge is the focus today, with its dramatic 1000-foot cliffs towering around you. You'll trek through the gorge and watch how the colors shift as sunlight changes throughout the day. Rock climbing is optional if you want that kind of challenge, or you can simply relax and take in the scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Trek through Todra Gorge
- Rock Climbing Todra Gorge (minimum age 16) - from US$29
- Relax and chill out for the day
Landmarks Todra Gorge - Day 9
Ait Benhaddou
You'll pass through Ouarzazate with the chance to tour the Film Studios if interested. Then it's on to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-listed fortified city that sits along the old caravan route. The area has beautifully preserved kasbahs near the Ouarzazate River, and you might recognize it from films like Lawrence of Arabia or Gladiator.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the main Kasbah at Ait Benhaddou
Optional Activities
- Ouarzazate Movie Studio visit - US$9
Landmarks Ait Benhaddou - Days 10 - 11
Essaouira (Days 10-11)
You're driving to Essaouira on the Atlantic Coast today, passing through mountains with great views. This colorful fishing town sits inside 15th-century Portuguese fortifications and has lots of free time built in. Try surfing, windsurfing, kayaking, or just relax on the beaches. The UNESCO-listed medina has souks and woodcarving workshops, plus beachfront cafes where you can sit with mint tea.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Surfing in Essaouira - 2 hours - US$40
- Windsurfing in Essaouira - 2 hours - US$72
- Kayaking in Essaouira - US$33
- Kite Surfing - Essaouira - US$65
- Horse Riding in Essaouira - US$29
- Quad Biking 2 hours - Ouarzazate (minimum age 16) - from US$50
- Explore the UNESCO-listed medina
- Visit woodcarving workshops
- Relax on the beach
Landmarks Essaouira Medina 
- Days 12 - 13
Marrakech (Days 12-13)
You're traveling to Marrakech, situated within rose-colored medina walls. The central square Djemaa-el-Fna is worth checking out for its energy and food stalls. The evening visit here is special, with dancers, acrobats, fortune tellers, musicians, and henna artists working throughout the square. You can visit the Koutoubia Mosque, the city's tallest structure, and try a traditional hammam steam bath with exfoliating massage.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore central square Djemâa-el-Fna
- Hammam - Moroccan Bath House - US$16
- Marrakech Guided Walking Tour - US$10
- Experience the evening market place with food stalls and entertainment
Landmarks Djemâa-el-Fna Koutoubia Mosque 
- Day 14
Marrakech
Your tour wraps up after breakfast. Your guide can arrange airport transfers to Marrakech airport if you're flying out today. The hotel has luggage storage available, so you can check out and store your bags before heading to the airport if needed.
- Meals
- Breakfast
