Itinerary
- Day 1
Casablanca
You'll arrive in Casablanca and get settled at your hotel. Later in the afternoon, there's a welcome meeting where you'll connect with your fellow travelers and Tour Director. After that, the group heads out for dinner featuring traditional Moroccan cuisine to kick things off.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Barcelo Anfa)
Included Activities
- Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
- Group Dinner
- Day 2
Casablanca to Rabat to Chefchaouen
This morning you're traveling along Morocco's coast to Rabat, the capital. A local guide takes you through imperial landmarks including the Kasbah, Royal Palace, and Mohammed V Mausoleum. From there, you'll head into the mountains toward Chefchaouen, known as the Blue City. By evening you'll be walking through its distinctive blue-washed streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (TBA)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour
- Kasbah Bouregreg River overlook
- Royal Palace
- Chellah Ruins
- Mohammed V Mausoleum
- Hassan II Tower
Landmarks Kasbah of Rabat Royal Palace of Rabat Chellah Ruins Mohammed V Mausoleum Hassan II Tower 
- Day 3
Chefchaouen to Meknes to Fes
You spend time in Chefchaouen's medina, checking out the blue-washed streets and Outa el-Hammam Square before visiting Ras el-Maa waterfall. Then it's on to Meknes to see Bab Mansour gate and the ancient Berber ruins at Volubilis. A quick stop in Moulay Driss Zarhoun follows, and you'll arrive in Fes by evening, famous for its winding souks and leather tanneries.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Fes Marriott Hotel Inan Palace)
Included Activities
- Chefchaouen Walking Tour
- Outa el-Hammam Square
- Ras el-Maa Waterfall
- Spanish Mosque
- Bab Mansour Gate
- Volubilis
Landmarks Outa el-Hammam Square Ras el-Maa Waterfall Spanish Mosque Bab Mansour Gate Volubilis - Day 4
Fes
Your local guide leads a walking tour through Fes, taking you to the Royal Palace at Bab Bouloud Gate, the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, and the Quaraouiyine Mosque. You'll wander through Najjarine Square and the Spices Market, soaking in the sights and smells. Back at the hotel by evening for dinner and free time to relax.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Fes Marriott Hotel Inan Palace)
Included Activities
- Fes Walking Tour
- Bab Bouloud Gate (Royal Palace)
- Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss
- Quaraouiyine Mosque
Optional Activities
- Najjarine Square visit
- Spices Market exploration
Landmarks Bab Bouloud Gate Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss Quaraouiyine Mosque Najjarine Square Spices Market - Day 5
Fes to Erfoud
After breakfast, you're heading into the Sahara Desert for the day. The drive takes you through highlands and mountains, crossing the Atlas Mountain pass where the scenery is really something. You'll reach your kasbah-hotel in Erfoud by evening and spend the night under a sky filled with stars.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Kasbah Hotel Xaluca Erfoud)
Landmarks Atlas Mountains - Day 6
Erfoud to Ouarzazate
An early wake-up call gets you ready for a jeep safari to catch the sunrise over the Saharan dunes. Back at the hotel for breakfast, then you're traveling by coach to Rissani to visit the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum. Later you'll pass through Tinghir to see the dramatic Todgha Gorge, arriving in Ouarzazate for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Berbere Palace)
Included Activities
- Sahara Jeep Safari
- Sunrise viewing
- Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum
- Todgha Gorge
Landmarks Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum Todgha Gorge - Day 7
Ouarzazate to Marrakech
You're visiting Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a traditional fortress-town you've probably seen in films. Your guide takes you through the town and you'll hike to the top for views across the landscape. Stop at a local Berber family's home for homemade tea, then drive through the scenic Tichka mountain pass to Marrakech for a Fantasia Show dinner with live performances.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Fantasia Show with live performances)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Movenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi)
Included Activities
- Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou tour
- Guided hike with panoramic views
- Local Berber family visit with homemade tea
- Fantasia Show with dinner and live performances
- Tichka Mountain Pass scenic drive
Landmarks Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou Tichka Mountain Pass - Day 8
Marrakech
A guided walking tour of Marrakech covers the Koutoubia Mosque and Saadian Tombs. In the afternoon you can either relax by the hotel pool or explore the bazaars and imperial gardens on your own. When evening comes, head to the famous Djemaa el-Fna square to explore and try your hand at haggling.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Movenpick Hotel Mansour Eddahbi)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour
- Koutoubia Mosque
- Saadian Tombs
- Djemaa el-Fna Square
Optional Activities
- Poolside relaxation at hotel
- Self-guided bazaar exploration
- Imperial gardens visit
Landmarks Koutoubia Mosque Saadian Tombs Djemaa el-Fna Square - Day 9
Marrakech to Essaouira
You're heading west toward the Atlantic Ocean and the coastal town of Essaouira. Along the way, stop at a Women's Argan Cooperative to learn how argan oil is made and what it's used for. Later you'll explore the Essaouira Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site with lots of character.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Women's Argan Cooperative visit
- Essaouira Medina exploration
Landmarks Essaouira Medina - Day 10
Essaouira to Casablanca
Driving along the coast through fields of argan trees, you might spot goats climbing in them if you're lucky. You'll reach Casablanca, the busy port city, for a sightseeing tour that includes the impressive Hassan II Mosque, United Nations Square, the Anfa Residential Quarter, and a quick visit to the medina.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour
- Hassan II Mosque
- United Nations Square
- Anfa Residential Quarter
- Medina visit
Landmarks Hassan II Mosque United Nations Square Anfa Residential Quarter - Day 11
Casablanca
Your trip wraps up with breakfast and time to say goodbye to everyone you've met. You'll check out of the hotel by 11:00 AM and arrange your transfer to the airport for your journey home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
