Itinerary
- Day 1
Rabat - Chefchaouen
Your Moroccan journey starts in Casablanca where you'll see the Hassan II Mosque, one of the country's most recognizable landmarks. From there, it's on to Rabat to check out the Chellah necropolis, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. You'll walk through the Oudayas Kasbah with nice views of the Atlantic Ocean. Later, you're heading to Chefchaouen, the blue-painted mountain town in the north. There's a lunch stop along the way at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Lunch (Leisurely lunch at a delightful local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Hassan II Mosque
- Explore Chellah necropolis
- Visit Hassan Tower
- Visit Mausoleum of Mohammed V
- Stroll through Oudayas Kasbah
Landmarks/POIs Hassan II Mosque Chellah necropolis Hassan Tower Mausoleum of Mohammed V Oudayas Kasbah - Day 2
Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
This morning starts relaxed in Chefchaouen, wandering the blue streets, checking out local water springs and Pigeon Square, plus the old mosque. Mid-day, you'll travel to Volubilis to see the Roman ruins, which is a UNESCO site. Then it's to Meknes, the former Ismaili capital, known for its olive groves and vineyards. Later, you're driving to Fes with a lunch break along the way. By evening you'll have dinner at your riad after settling in.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch break along the way to Fes), Dinner (Delightful meal at your riad upon arrival)
Included Activities
- Explore Pigeon Square
- Visit historic old mosque
- Explore Volubilis Roman ruins
Optional Activities
- Discover local water springs
Landmarks/POIs Pigeon Square Volubilis - Day 3
Fes
An expert local guide takes you through Fes starting at the Blue Gate, then into the medieval medina with its narrow alleys, souks, and craft workshops. You'll visit the Jewish quarter (Mellah), see the Royal Palace gate, and explore an old hilltop fortress for city views. The day includes visits to ceramic workshops, Souk Seffarine, and Medersa Bou Inania. You'll pass the Mosque of Quaraouin, which houses one of the world's oldest universities. After returning to your riad, there's a traditional evening meal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional meal at your riad)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Fes medina
- Visit Blue Gate (Bab Boujlould)
- Explore historic Jewish quarter (Mellah)
- Visit Royal Palace gate
- Explore ancient hilltop fortress
- View 12th-century ceramic craftsmanship
- Visit Souk Seffarine
- Visit Medersa Bou Inania
- Pass by Mosque of Quaraouin
Landmarks/POIs Blue Gate (Bab Boujlould) Mellah (Jewish Quarter) Royal Palace Souk Seffarine Medersa Bou Inania Mosque of Quaraouin - Day 4
Ifrane - Merzouga
After breakfast, you're heading south toward the Middle Atlas Mountains to Ifrane, known for its Swiss-style architecture. There's a stop at a cedar forest where you can see and feed Barbary apes. Lunch happens in Midelt. As the landscape shifts from green to desert colors, you'll pass through Errachidia before reaching Merzouga. In the evening, you'll ride a camel across the dunes at sunset, then relax at camp with dinner and Berber music around a fire.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Traditional breakfast), Lunch (Lunch in Midelt), Dinner (Delicious meal under the stars accompanied by Berber music around a campfire)
Included Activities
- Visit cedar forest and see Barbary apes
- Private camel ride across desert dunes
- Experience desert sunset
Optional Activities
- Feed Barbary apes
Landmarks/POIs Ifrane Middle Atlas Mountains Cedar forest Merzouga - Day 5
Merzouga
After breakfast, your driver takes you through the Sahara to fossil sites and to meet Berber nomad families. You'll learn about their way of life and traditions while having mint tea in their tents. A picnic lunch happens out in the desert. Back at camp, you can shower and have free time to explore the dunes at sunset or try optional activities like quad biking. Dinner and tea wrap up the evening at camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch in the open air), Dinner (Dinner and tea at the camp)
Included Activities
- Journey through Sahara dunes
- Visit fossil sites
- Meet Berber nomad families
- Experience mint tea in Berber tents
- Picnic lunch in the desert
Optional Activities
- Quad biking
Landmarks/POIs Merzouga - Day 6
Boumalne Dades Gorge
You'll catch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes from a good spot, then have breakfast. The drive toward Boumalne Dades Gorge includes stops at ancient underground irrigation systems from the 11th to 14th centuries that show Berber engineering skills. Passing through Tinghir, you'll walk through the Dades Gorge canyon next to flowing water. The old sandcastle architecture in the palm oasis and the 'Monkey Toes' rock formations are worth seeing. You'll reach your riad by evening for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a traditional local restaurant), Dinner (Delicious dinner at your riad)
Included Activities
- View Sahara sunrise
- Explore ancient irrigation canals
- Wander through Dades Gorge canyon
- View sandcastle architecture and 'Monkey Toes' rock formations
Landmarks/POIs Merzouga Desert Tinghir Dades Gorge - Day 7
Rose Valley - Ouarzazate - Kasbah Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech
After breakfast, you're going through Rose Valley in Kalaat Magouna, famous for its annual rose festival. You'll visit women's cooperatives making natural perfumes. Next is Ouarzazate, called the 'Hollywood of Morocco,' where you'll see Atlas Studios and its film history. Lunch is at Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO site and old caravan trading post. Then you travel through Ounilla Valley with views of clay and mud houses, crossing the High Atlas Mountains to reach Marrakech by evening for dinner at your riad.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Kasbah Ait Benhaddou), Dinner (Dinner at your riad)
Included Activities
- Visit women's cooperatives in Rose Valley
- Visit Atlas Studios
- Explore Kasbah Ait Benhaddou
Landmarks/POIs Rose Valley Kalaat Magouna Ouarzazate Atlas Studios Kasbah Ait Benhaddou High Atlas Mountains - Day 8
Marrakech
After breakfast in Marrakech, a local guide leads you through the medina's old alleys to find hidden spots like Bahia Palace, Medersa Ben Youssef, and the Koutoubia Mosque. You'll walk through the vibrant souks and experience the energy of Jamaa el Fnaa Square where artisans and performers work. Lunch is at a local restaurant. As evening arrives, you'll explore the square's nightlife with pop-up eateries serving barbecues, soups, and fresh juices.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at a delightful restaurant), Dinner (Evening meal at pop-up eateries in Jamaa el Fnaa Square with sizzling barbecues, aromatic soups, and refreshing juices)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Marrakech medina
- Visit Bahia Palace
- Visit Medersa Ben Youssef
- Visit Koutoubia Mosque
- Explore old souks
- Experience Jamaa el Fnaa Square
Optional Activities
- Marrakech Hammam Reservation
- Marrakech Authentic Food Tour
- Cooking Classes in Marrakech with Chef
Landmarks/POIs Bahia Palace Medersa Ben Youssef Koutoubia Mosque Jamaa el Fnaa Square - Day 9
Essaouira
After breakfast, you're traveling to Essaouira, a coastal town known for beaches, a historic medina, and an active art scene. Once there, you'll explore the UNESCO medina, markets, and fishing port. The historic ramparts give panoramic views of the Atlantic and city. There's free time for the beaches or for grabbing seafood lunch at a local spot. As day ends, you'll have coffee and catch some local performances in small squares before heading to your riad.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore UNESCO-designated medina
- Visit vibrant markets
- Visit fishing port
- View Atlantic Ocean from historic ramparts
Optional Activities
- Leisure time on beaches
- Seafood lunch at local restaurant
Landmarks/POIs Essaouira Essaouira Medina Essaouira Fishing Port Essaouira Ramparts - Day 10
Casablanca
After breakfast, you're leaving Essaouira with your driver heading back to Casablanca. The route takes you through different parts of Morocco, from coastal areas to countryside and cities. Depending on your plans, your driver will either take you straight to the airport for departure or back to your hotel in Casablanca. It's a good time to reflect on the experiences and memories from your trip.
- Meals
- Breakfast
