Itinerary

1. Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat

   Arrive at Casablanca airport, where we will meet you and start our 10 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca Imperial Cities. First drive to Casablanca then to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. In Casablanca you will see the Hassan II Mosque, the largest one outside of Mecca and experience the coastal Cornish seaside. Afterwards, we will leave to Rabat. Here you will see the Hassan Tower and the Oudaya Kasbah, before you check in to your riad in the Medina. Finally, overnight at Riad/Hotel.

2. Day 2: Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis – Fes

   After breakfast in your riad, you will start traveling to Fes via Meknes and Volubilis. Meknes, another significant imperial city in Morocco. In fact it is known as the Ismaili capital of Morocco. There you will see the famous gate Bab Mansour, the Sahrij Souani Bassin. Moreover  Mulay Ismail Mausoleum. Then after lunch, your journey continues to the Roman city of Volubilis, where you will get a chance to see the wonderfully preserved original mosaics, Roman road, and city layout. As you travel through the Moroccan countryside we will pass by the Holy City of Moulay Idriss for a photo opportunity. Then you’ll get to Fes at the end of the afternoon and check into your riad in the Medina. Finally overnight at Riad/Hotel.

3. Day 3: Exploring Fes

   Today will be devoted to sightseeing Fes, Morocco’s spiritual capital. This will consist of visiting the following places: the Medieval Medina, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss mausoleum and the Karaouine Mosque (external visits only). You’ll be offered the choice of having lunch at a traditional restaurant in the heart of Medina then, after a late afternoon visit to the souks and Fes Jdid (New Fes), you’ll be returned to your hotel.

4. Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Erfoud – Rissani – Merzouga Desert

   We will drive towards Ifrane today after breakfast. Ifrane is known as ‘the Switzerland of Morocco’. We will continue to Midelt and then we pass along the Ziz Valley to reach the city of Erfoud. Erfoud is very famous for its local fossil products. The option to stop and learn more about the region and fossils is also possible. After Erfoud, we head to the ancient market town of Rissani to explore its souk. Tonight the journey finishes in Merzouga where we stay in the hotel on the edge of the desert dunes.

5. Day 5: Merzouga Desert and Camel Trek

   After breakfast today, we’ll drive to a checkpoint in the Merzouga desert. Upon arrival there, we’ll trade in our 4×4 for camels (optional). Then lead by an experienced camel guide, and explore the region of Erg Chebbi. It’ll take around 90 minutes to reach the campsite. Once there, we’ll enjoy a beautiful sunset over the dunes. Then after dark, This night will be spent in traditional Berber tents under the desert sky.

6. Day 6: Merzouga Desert – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges

   This morning we’re up early to catch the sunrise over the dunes before arriving at a local hotel to freshen up and have breakfast. Then we’ll head through Rissani and Tinghir to Todra Gorge, the highest and narrowest gorge in Morocco. After lunch at the Gorge, we’ll drive through the Dades Valley. We’ll stop to enjoy the view of the local geological feature “Monkey Toes”. Tonight we stay overnight in Dades Valley.

7. Day 7: Dades Gorges – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

   Your private tour continues today with a drive towards Kalaat Mgouna, and Ouarzazate, recognized as “the African Hollywood”. We may visit the local film studio and Kasbah (Fortress) here. We’ll then head to Ait Ben Haddou to visit the local Kasbah, the largest Kasbah in Morocco and a UNESCO world heritage site. We’ll continue over the High Atlas Mountains until we reach Marrakech, where we’ll spend the night.

8. Day 8: Marrakech Guided Tour

   Today is fully in Marrakech. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city, including the famous Jamma el Fna Square, Koutoubia Mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city, such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens, and the Majorelle Museum. After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll get the chance to explore the city at your leisure. Returning to Jamma el Fna Square for dinner at one of the many food stalls, or perhaps a hammam – or both. Before returning to your Marrakech hotel/Riad.

9. Day 9: Marrakech – Essaouira

   Today we’ll have a guided tour of beautiful Essaouira, a historic city on the Atlantic coast with 18th-century ramparts called Skala de la Kasbah and a more relaxed Medina. After this, we return to your Marrakech hotel/Riad for the final night.

10. Day 10: Marrakesh – Casablanca Med V Airport

    Today we’ll drive you to Marrakech/Casablanca airport, where your tour ends.