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Imperial Cities & Sahara Escape in 8 Days Private tour

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Start and end in Marrakesh
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Marrakech to Boumalne Dades

    You'll get picked up from your Marrakech accommodation and head across the High Atlas Mountains, passing through small Berber villages along the way. The drive takes you through Tizi n'Tichka Pass where you can stop for those panoramic views of the mountains. From there, you'll see the 18th-century Telouet Kasbah and then move on to Ait Ben Haddou, which is on UNESCO's list. The route continues through Skoura and the Valley of Roses before you arrive in Boumalne Dades for dinner and your night's accommodation.

    Meals
    Lunch (Served at a local restaurant near the Kasbah), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Panorama Dades Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Telouet Kasbah (18th-century fortress)
    • Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO-listed)
    • Pass through Tizi n'Tichka Pass
    • Drive through Berber villages and Skoura
    Landmarks/POIs
    Telouet Kasbah
    Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
    Tizi n'Tichka Pass
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  2. Day 2

    Boumalne Dades to Merzouga Desert

    After breakfast, you'll travel through dramatic desert landscapes heading toward Todra Gorge with its tall cliff walls. You'll pass through Erfoud and Rissani on the way. Then comes the Sahara adventure either by camel or 4WD across Morocco's highest dunes. By evening, you'll watch the sunset, then have traditional Moroccan dinner with live music around the campfire before settling into your Berber tent for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional Moroccan dinner with live music around the campfire)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Sahara Stars Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Todra Gorge
    • Camel ride or 4WD adventure into the Sahara
    • Desert sunset experience
    • Traditional Moroccan dinner with live music
    Landmarks/POIs
    Todra Gorge
    Erfoud
    Rissani
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  3. Day 3

    Merzouga Desert

    Your morning starts early so you can catch the desert sunrise from where you slept. After breakfast and some downtime, you'll get into a 4WD to visit local nomads and explore the rocky high plateau. The day includes checking out the abandoned Ghost Town of Mifis with its fossils and listening to live Gnawa music at Khamlia Village. You'll have homemade Berber pizza for lunch, then stop by Merzouga oasis before transferring to your riad for the night.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Homemade Berber pizza at Khamlia Village)
    Accommodation
    Camping (Sahara Stars Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Desert sunrise viewing
    • 4WD off-road adventure across rocky high plateau
    • Visit local nomads in traditional tents
    • Visit Mifis Ghost Town (abandoned mining village)
    • Live Gnawa music performance at Khamlia Village
    • Visit Merzouga oasis and community gardens
    Landmarks/POIs
    Mifis Ghost Town
    Khamlia Village
    Merzouga Oasis
  4. Day 4

    Merzouga to Fes

    You're traveling toward Fes, driving through Errachidia and the Ziz Valley. The route goes through Midelt and passes through cedar forests where Barbary macaques live. There's a stop in Ifrane to see the famous lion statue and look at the alpine-style buildings around town. From there, it's on to Fes where you'll stay overnight.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Riad Al makan)

    Included Activities

    • Pass through Ziz Valley
    • Visit Ifrane and see the famous lion statue
    • Travel through Cedar forests
    Landmarks/POIs
    Ziz Valley
    Ifrane Lion Statue
    Cedar Forests
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  5. Day 5

    Fes

    Following breakfast, you'll walk through the Fes Medina with a local guide who knows the area well. Navigating the narrow alleyways, you'll see donkeys and mules moving through the streets and smell spices and perfumes at the market stalls. You'll stop at the traditional leather tanneries to watch craftsmen using techniques that have been around for centuries. Dinner happens at a local restaurant in the medina before you head back to your hotel.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (At one of the local restaurants tucked within the medina)
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Riad Al makan)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Fes Medina with certified local guide
    • Visit traditional leather tanneries
    • Explore market stalls and alleyways
    Landmarks/POIs
    Fes Medina
  6. Day 6

    Fes to Chefchaouen

    After breakfast, you're driving toward Chefchaouen with stops along the way. In Meknes, you'll see the Bab Mansour gate and check out the archaeological ruins of Volubilis. Once you arrive in Chefchaouen, you have free time to walk around the blue-painted old town. You can visit Place Outa el Hammam square, explore the red-walled 15th-century Kasbah with its dungeon and Ethnographic Museum, and see the unique octagonal minaret.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Guesthouse (Casa Hassan)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bab Mansour gate in Meknes
    • Explore ancient ruins of Volubilis with local guide
    • Visit Place Outa el Hammam in Chefchaouen
    • Explore red-walled Kasbah in Chefchaouen
    • Visit Ethnographic Museum in Chefchaouen

    Optional Activities

    • Browse local crafts in Chefchaouen
    • Explore the octagonal minaret
    Landmarks/POIs
    Bab Mansour
    Volubilis
    Place Outa el Hammam
    Kasbah of Chefchaouen
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  7. Day 7

    Chefchaouen to Casablanca

    After eating breakfast, you're heading to Casablanca by way of Ouazane and small villages. In Rabat, you'll visit Oudaya, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a medieval fortified Muslim necropolis. Then you'll see Hassan Tower, the minaret from an unfinished mosque built in 1195, and the Mohammed V Mausoleum where three kings are buried. From there, continue on to Casablanca for your overnight stay.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Kenzi sidi maarouf)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Oudaya UNESCO World Heritage site
    • See Hassan Tower
    • Visit Mohammed V Mausoleum
    Landmarks/POIs
    Oudaya
    Hassan Tower
    Mohammed V Mausoleum
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  8. Day 8

    Casablanca to Marrakech

    Starting after breakfast, you'll visit Mohammad V Square, a large space created in 1916 with French colonial buildings. Next is the Hassan II Mosque, finished in 1993 and the second-largest in Africa with the world's second-tallest minaret at 210 meters/689 feet. Then you drive to Marrakech by highway. Your driver helps with your luggage and gets you settled into your accommodation before you depart.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mohammad V Square
    • Visit Hassan II Mosque
    Landmarks/POIs
    Mohammad V Square
    Hassan II Mosque
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  • KY
    · August 22nd, 2025
    he itinerary was perfect. We crossed mountains, valleys, desert, and coastal towns, each day bringing something new. Chefchaouen at the end was a dream — such a peaceful and beautiful place to finish the adventure
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    Morocco Desert Trip commented on this review
    hi kristina tthans a lot
    Trip date: May 2025
  • Imperial Cities & Sahara Escape in 8 Days Private tour reviewer 2
    · July 29th, 2025
    This trip to Morocco was far more than just sightseeing — it was a full-on experience. The landscapes were breathtaking, from the lively souks to the calm of the desert. What really made it special was the care put into every detail. The accommodations were charming and clean, the food was consistently delicious, and our guide was incredible — knowledgeable, kind, and always making sure we were comfortable. Traveling privately gave us the flexibility to go at our own pace, stop for photos, or take in the quiet moments. We left feeling connected not only to the places we saw but to the culture, the people, and the warmth of Morocco. Highly recommend this agency to anyone who wants a meaningful, authentic journey.
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    Morocco Desert Trip commented on this review
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    Trip date: July 2023
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    · April 16th, 2025
    We explored the beauty of Marrakech, the charm...
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    Morocco Desert Trip commented on this review
    hi rayan very kind from you thanks
    Trip date: November 2024
  • BN
    · April 15th, 2025
    The transitions between places were smooth, and...
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    hi belinda i hope you are fine thanks a lot
    Trip date: September 2024

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