Casablanca - Marrakech.

Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport - Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, the largest city in the country, guests will be greeted and transferred to their hotel in Marrakech. The travel time between Casablanca and Marrakech is approximately 3 hours, depending on traffic conditions. The fast motorway is always used for this journey.

Marrakech (Guided Full Day Sightseeing)

Marrakech - A full guided tour is arranged to explore Marrakech, known as the “Red City.” Marrakech is a significant former imperial city in Morocco’s history, located near the foothills of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains. Like many old cities, Marrakech consists of an old fortified city, The Medina, and a modern city called Gueliz, built during the French occupation. Marrakech boasts the largest traditional market (souk) in Morocco and one of the busiest squares in Africa and the world, Djemaa el Fna. The square is bustling with storytellers, water sellers, dancers, snake charmers, and musicians. At night, it transforms into a large open-air restaurant. During the visit, guests will see the Bahia Palace, Majorelle Garden, Saadian Tombs, Menara Garden, and The Koutoubia Mosque, built in the 12th century during the Almoravid Dynasty. The tour includes navigating the narrow streets and alleys of the ancient city, with drop-off at the accommodation by evening.

Bahia Palace - The Bahia Palace is a grand old house converted into a palace in the late 19th century by a Moroccan architect. The best craftsmen in the country worked continuously for six years (1894-1900) to create it. The Bahia Palace is considered one of the grand palaces of Marrakech, created by Minister Ahmed ben Musa in the 19th century to honor his wife, “Bahia.” Today, it stands as an artistic masterpiece reflecting the splendor of Moroccan architecture with Andalusian influences, showcasing the secrets of ancient history.

Jardin Majorelle - The Majorelle Garden is one of the most visited sites in Marrakech. French painter Jacques Majorelle (1886-1962) dedicated forty years to creating this enchanting garden in the heart of the ochre city. Visitors can stroll along shady lanes amidst exotic plants, past refreshing streams and pools filled with water lilies and lotus flowers. The air is filled with the rustling of leaves and the chirping of birds seeking refuge. The garden reveals a building with Moorish charm and art deco hints, painted in vibrant primary colors, including an intense blue inspired by the Atlas Mountains. The garden offers a calming retreat, far from the bustling city.

Menara Gardens and Pavilion - The Menara Garden is a popular tourist site, attracting local visitors seeking to enjoy nature and escape the summer heat. It is a large landscaped garden with olive trees, offering a refreshing and attractive environment for both locals and foreigners.

Marrakech - Telouet - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Gorges.

Tizi n’Tichka - Departure from Marrakech around 08:00, passing over the High Atlas Mountains. The journey offers beautiful scenes of Berber villages and elevated mountain views. A short stop at Tizi n’Tichka pass, at an elevation of 2260 meters, provides an opportunity to capture the spectacular Atlas Mountains.

Kasbah du Pacha el Glaoui - Optional visit to Telouet Kasbah.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - The fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, built in the 11th century, was once a caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. Situated on a hill along the Ounila River, it features beautiful examples of Kasbahs, though they suffer damage from rain and windstorms. Most inhabitants now live in a modern village across the river, but around five families still reside within the Kasbah. Ait Benhaddou has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, and several films have been shot there, including Lawrence of Arabia (1962), Time Bandits (1981), The Jewel of the Nile (1985), Kundun (1997), Gladiator (2000), and Alexander (2004).

Ouarzazate - Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” is a city located on a bare plateau south of the High Atlas Mountains. It is mainly inhabited by Berbers, who built many of the prominent Kasbahs and buildings in the area. One notable building is the Taourirt Kasbah, dating back to the 17th century. Ouarzazate is nicknamed “Hollywood of Africa” due to its popularity as a film-making location, with Morocco’s largest studios attracting international film companies to shoot movies like Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Living Daylights (1987), The Last Temptation of Christ (1988), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), Kingdom of Heaven (2005), Martin Scorsese’s Kundun (1997), and Babel (2005).

Visitors can explore the Studio of Cinema, Kasbah Taourirt, and Museum of Cinema.

Vallee Des Roses - The journey continues to Dades Gorges through the “1000 Kasbahs,” with numerous Kasbahs on both sides of the road. Some of these old fortified houses are restored, but many are in ruins. A visit to one of these Kasbahs, Amridil Kasbah, is included. The route passes through Kelaa M’gouna, the Valley of Roses, known for its green alfalfa plants, olive trees, fig trees, and grapes. This valley produces roses used in various cosmetic products like soap, perfumes, and skin creams. Locals celebrate the rose with a national festival at the end of April.

Dades Gorges - The journey continues through Dades Valley, which rises in the High Atlas Mountains.

Dades Gorges - Tinghir - Todra Gorges - Merzouga.

Gargantas del Todra - The route passes through Boumalen, a city on the edge of Dades Valley, which supports a large Berber community with its rich agriculture. The journey leads to the great canyons of Morocco, Todgha Gorges, located beyond the central High Atlas Mountains. The contrasting landscapes resemble Colorado, with high plateaus, gorges, canyons, and peaks sometimes splintered by erosion. Several peaks exceed 4000 meters, with Jbel Saghro at 2500 meters and Jbel Mgoun at 4068 meters being the highest in this part of the High Atlas. The area is populated by Berbers, and visitors can enjoy a hike among the stunning canyons.

Fossiles d’Erfoud - The journey continues to Erfoud, known for its pottery and fossil quarries. Fossils are a major industry in Erfoud, as the region was part of a vast ocean 350 million years ago.

Merzouga Desert - The journey proceeds to the red sand dunes of Erg Chebbi Merzouga, where the vast plateau offers impressive views of the towering sand dunes. In the evening, a camel ride of about one and a half hours leads to a breathtaking sunset in the middle of the high sand dunes of Merzouga. Overnight accommodation is in a Berber tented desert camp, offering a spectacular view of the stars.

Merzouga - Zizi Valley - Midelt - Ifran - Fes.

Errachidia - Early risers can witness the spectacular sunrise, with the dunes’ colors and shadows creating a stunning display. After a camel ride back to the hostel for a shower, the journey to Fez begins via Errachidia. The route crosses the challenging mountains, home to a large Berber community, with landscapes featuring palm tree oases at Jbel Ayachi (3747 meters). A quick break is taken at Ziz Valley.

Midelt - Lunch is scheduled in the Berber village of Midelt, located at the foothills of the eastern High Atlas Mountains. The journey continues across the challenging mountains, home to a large Berber community, with landscapes featuring palm tree oases at Jbel Ayachi (3747 meters).

Azrou Cedar Forest - Optional visit to the monkeys park.

Ifrane - The journey passes through Ifrane, the most modern and clean city in the country. The Berber name “Ifrane” means caves, and it is nicknamed “Little Switzerland” in Morocco due to its greenery and status as a ski resort in the Middle Atlas region, with an altitude of 1665 meters. Ifrane is also known for The Brotherhood private university, established in 1997 by King Hassan II of Morocco and King Fahd of Saudi Arabia, where all classes are taught in English. The journey concludes with arrival at the accommodation in Fez by evening.

Fes - Chefchaouen

Fes - A half-day city tour with an official guide explores Fez, once considered the “Mecca of the West” and “Athena of Africa.” It is the second-largest city in the country after Casablanca, with a population of approximately 1 million. Fez is a former capital and one of the country’s four imperial cities. It consists of three distinct parts: Fez el Bali, the oldest part surrounded by a large wall with over 9000 narrow streets and alleys; Fez-Jdid, or the new Fez, home to the Mellah, the Jewish quarter; and the Ville Nouvelle, the newest section created during the French occupation. Fez el Bali is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the world’s largest medina. Among its narrow streets and alleys is the oldest university in the world, The University of Al-Karaouine, founded in AD 859, which is still operational. The journey continues to Chefchaouen in the late afternoon.

Province of Ouezzane - A quick break.

Chefchaouen Medina - Arrival in Chefchaouen around 08:00 pm, with drop-off at the accommodation.

Chefchaouen - Free Time to Explore Chefchaouen at Your Own Pace.

Chefchaouen - Chefchaouen is renowned for its vivid blue-washed houses and is popular with both tourists and Moroccans, especially during the hot summer months. Visitors can explore Chefchaouen’s winding lanes and narrow alleys, home to numerous souks offering cuisine and artisan works, such as woolen items, intricate embroidery, and goat cheese, all native to the North and unique to Morocco. Relax in the square, visit a local farm, or hike in nearby parks. By evening, the journey continues to Rabat.

Chefchaouen - Rabat - Casablanca.

Rabat - The tour includes a visit to the Oudaya Kasbah and its beautiful gardens, located at the Abou Regreg River. Built during the Almohad dynasty in 1150 AD, the site also features the Mausoleum of Mohamed V and Hassan II, and the Hassan Tower, the minaret of an incomplete mosque constructed in 1195 AD. The tower was intended to be the largest minaret in the world. The tour also includes the royal palace, where the royal dynasty resides. After completing the sightseeing tour in Rabat, the journey continues to Casablanca, the largest city in Morocco.

Casablanca - Visit the Hassan II Mosque - Drop-off at the Airport.

Hassan II Mosque - A visit to the Great Mosque Hassan II offers a fascinating example of Moroccan architecture. It is the largest mosque in the kingdom and the fifth largest in the world. Situated on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic, it accommodates 25,000 worshippers inside, with space for an additional 80,000 in the adjoining grounds, totaling 105,000 worshippers at any given time. Its minaret is the tallest in the world at 210 meters. The tour concludes with a drop-off at the hotel or airport in Casablanca, marking the end of the trip.

• Two nights in Chefchaouen at the Riad including breakfast.
• Camel riding /4x4 in Merzouga Desert.
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• One night in Casablanca at the Hotel including breakfast.
• Drop-off at the Airport in Casablanca / at your accommodation.
• Half Day Guided Tour in Fes Medina.
• Two nights in Marrakech at the Riad including breakfast.
• One Night at Luxury Sleeping Camp in Merzouga including dinner & breakfast.
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan/4WD with an English speaking driver.
• One Night at the Hotel in Dades Gorges including breakfast & dinner.
• One night in Fes at the Riad including breakfast.
• Pick-up from your accommodation in Casablanca/Airport.
• One hour guided in Ait Ben Haddou kasbah.

• Lunch
• Carbonated beverages
• Gratuities (Optional)

Abundant in natural splendor, this adventure will enthrall you as each landscape reveals itself. Witness the striking transformation of scenery: starting with the fertile Haouz plains, moving to the majestic High Atlas Mountains, traversing lush valleys and palm-filled oases, and culminating in the rocky plateaus and the awe-inspiring sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.