Itinerary
- Day 1
Casablanca to Fes
Your international flight lands in Casablanca where your private driver-guide will be waiting. From there, you'll head out on a scenic drive toward Fes. Depending on how your timing works out, there's a chance to stop and walk through the Roman ruins of Volubilis with a local guide, then swing by the Imperial city of Meknes before reaching Fes by evening.
Included Activities
- Private tour of Volubilis Roman ruins
- Tour of Meknes Imperial city
Landmarks/POIs Volubilis Meknes - Day 2
Fes
After meeting your local guide at the riad, you'll spend the morning and early afternoon exploring Fez's ancient medina on a private half-day tour. You'll check out the exterior of the Royal Palace, stop by a traditional mosaic workshop, see the famous tanneries, and wander through the bustling souks where spices, textiles, and handicrafts fill every corner. By evening, you'll hear the call to prayer echoing across the city as the day winds down.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private half-day tour of Fez medina
- Visit exterior of Royal Palace
- Stop at mosaic workshop
- Tour of traditional tanneries
- Guided walk through souks
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace of Fes Fez Medina - Day 3
Fes to Merzouga
Set out early for a 7-hour scenic drive into desert landscapes. You'll stop in Ifrane for a walk, then pass through Africa's largest cedar forest where Barbary monkeys move freely. The route takes you through the Middle Atlas Mountains and the high plains city of Midelt, then follows the scenic Ziz River Gorge. By late afternoon, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi come into view as you reach Merzouga. After a quick rest, you'll head out on a camel trek into the desert, watch the sunset turn the sand golden, then settle in for dinner and stargazing at a luxury desert camp with traditional music.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at luxury desert camp)
Included Activities
- Camel trek in the Sahara Desert with guide
- Sunset viewing from the dunes
- Dinner at luxury desert camp
- Traditional music and stargazing at desert camp
Optional Activities
- 4WD vehicle option instead of camel trek
- Sand-boarding
Landmarks/POIs Ifrane Cedar Forest of Middle Atlas Middle Atlas Mountains Midelt Ziz River Gorge Erg Chebbi Dunes - Day 4
Merzouga to Boumalne Dades
You'll rise early to watch the sunrise paint the dunes, then drive back and head toward Dades Gorge through dramatic natural landscapes. Along the way, you'll pass through an ancient irrigation system that once carried water from the Saghro Mountains, visit the oasis town of Tinghir, and walk through the impressive Todra Gorge. From there, continue to Dades Valley and the small town of Boumalne Dades where you'll settle in for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing over dunes
- Visit ancient irrigation system
- Visit oasis town of Tinghir
- Walk through Todra Gorge
Landmarks/POIs Todra Gorge Tinghir Dades Gorge Boumalne Dades - Day 5
Boumalne Dades to Aït Bougamez
Leaving Dades Valley, you'll climb into the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic M'Goun River Valley. Along this less-traveled mountain road, you'll see nomadic herders guiding sheep across the rugged terrain with stunning views all around. You'll reach the highest point near Mount M'Goun, then descend into Aït Bougamez, known as the 'Happy Valley', where you'll stay for the next two nights in the heart of the Atlas Mountains.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs High Atlas Mountains M'Goun River Valley Mount M'Goun Aït Bougamez (Happy Valley) - Day 6
Aït Bougamez
A local guide will take you through Aït Bougamez, starting with a walk through the fields where locals are working to experience the daily valley life. You'll join a local family for a traditional lunch, then hike to the Sidi Moussa Granary where the valley views are really something. Later in the day, you'll drive to another village to check out dinosaur footprints before heading back to your accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch with local family)
Included Activities
- Walk through valley fields
- Traditional lunch with local family
- Hike to Sidi Moussa Granary
- Visit dinosaur footprints site
Landmarks/POIs Sidi Moussa Granary Aït Bougamez - Day 7
Aït Bougamez to Marrakech
You'll travel to Ouzoud to see one of Morocco's tallest waterfalls and watch Atlas monkeys swing through the trees. A two-hour hike along the Ouzoud River takes you to the top of the falls, then you can descend to the base where there's time to swim, take a boat ride under the water, or just relax on a scenic terrace. After lunch, it's a 2.5-hour drive west to Marrakech, arriving in the evening. You'll have time to wander the vibrant medina with its colorful bazaars, traditional riads, and palm trees.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Two-hour hike along Ouzoud River to waterfall top
- Access to Ouzoud waterfall base
Optional Activities
- Swim at Ouzoud waterfall
- Boat ride beneath the waterfall
- Relax on scenic terrace overlooking falls
Landmarks/POIs Ouzoud Waterfall Ouzoud River Marrakech Medina - Day 8
Marrakech
This morning and afternoon, your private guide will take you through Marrakech's iconic sights within the ancient medina walls. You'll start with the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and the ruins of El Badi Palace. From there, you'll explore the bustling souks filled with colorful textiles, handcrafted lanterns, aromatic spices, and artisanal goods. By sunset, you'll reach Djemaa El Fna square where musicians, storytellers, and street performers create an energetic atmosphere. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque
- Tour Bahia Palace
- Explore El Badi Palace ruins
- Guided walk through souks
- Visit Djemaa El Fna square
Landmarks/POIs Koutoubia Mosque Bahia Palace El Badi Palace Djemaa El Fna - Day 9
Marrakech to Casablanca
Depending on your flight time, use the morning to revisit any spots in Marrakech you might have missed. Later, your transfer will take you to Casablanca airport for your flight home or onward to your next destination.
Optional Activities
- Additional exploration of Marrakech sites (time permitting)
