Day 1 : Casablanca – Meknes – Volubilis and Fes
Embark on an 8-day journey from Casablanca to Marrakech, exploring the historical gems of Morocco. Visit iconic landmarks in Casablanca like the Hassan II Mosque, then head to Rabat to see the UNESCO-listed medina and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Discover the grandeur of Meknes with Bab Mansour and Heri es-Souani, followed by the Roman ruins of Volubilis. In Fes, immerse yourself in the vibrant Fes Medina, uncovering its bustling souks, madrasas, and artisan quarters.
Today’s main attraction is a guided tour of Fes, a historic city in Morocco known for its rich culture and ancient architecture. The tour includes a visit to the medina, where you will navigate narrow streets and see key sites like the Jewish Quarter, the Royal Palace, the famous tanneries, and the Quaraouine Mosque. After enjoying lunch at a traditional Moroccan restaurant, you will have a panoramic view of the city. The tour ends with an overnight stay at a local riad, where dinner and breakfast are provided.
Day 3 : Fes – Ifran – Azrou – Midelt – Merzouga
Depart at 8:00 am for Erg Chebbi dunes. Stop in Ifrane and see monkeys in the cedar forest. Have lunch in Midelt, known for apples. Travel through the Middle Atlas mountains and Ziz valley. See palm groves and agriculture. Reach Erfoud with mud ksars and marble. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon for a camel ride through the dunes. Enjoy sunset, dinner by a bonfire, local music and dance. Stay overnight in a luxury private tent with a private bath and hot shower. Enjoy the starry sky of the Sahara.
Day 4 : Merzouga Desert 4×4 Tour
Experience the Merzouga Desert with an exploration showcasing its cultural and natural wonders. Meet the Gnawa people in Khamlia village to learn about their music and way of life. Enjoy a camel ride with experienced handlers to uncover hidden treasures among the sand dunes. Traverse the highest dunes in Morocco, reveling in the stunning desert colors. Have a dinner with desert views and spend a night in a desert camp under the stars, enjoying camel-hair bongo drum beats and Berber nomad stories.
Day 5 : Merzouga – Todra gorges – Dades valley – Dades Gorges
Early morning wake up to watch the sunrise over the dunes, breakfast at the camp, camel ride back to Merzouga, travel to dades valley through Rissani where we wil have time to explore it’s traditional big markets then to Todra Vally through many berber towns and villages before we get to Todgha gorge, one of the most breathtaking places in Morocco. Todgha gorge is also a good place for hiking and where the nomads coming down from the mountains to pick water from the river, time to walk and explore the area, lunch at the spot, travel further to Dades vally and Dades Gorge with a stop at both including the Monkey fingers vally, hotel overnight stay.
Day 6 : Dades Gorge – Ouarzazate – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Commencing your journey from Dades Gorges, you will head towards the enchanting city of Marrakech. Along the way, take a moment to stop at Kalaat Mgouna, the center of the Rose Valley, renowned for its aromatic rose products. Proceed to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, which exemplifies the exquisite traditional architecture of Morocco. Ascend the impressive Tizi n’Tichka Pass, located at an elevation of 2260 meters, as you traverse the High Atlas Mountains. The stunning vistas will unfold, showcasing the diverse beauty of Morocco.
Day 7 : Marrakech Guided Tour
Start your day with a visit to Majorelle Gardens, designed by Jacques Majorelle. Then, see the impressive Koutoubia Tower. Enjoy lunch near Jemaa el-Fnaa square before exploring the Saadian Tombs. End the day at Bahia Palace. Finish with a relaxing evening at a hammam or exploring the souks.
Day 8 : Tranfer to Marrakech or Casablanca’s Airport
Depending on your departure time, the driver will pick you up from your accommodation, then transfer you to Marrakech’s airport or Casablanca’s airport. Eventually, this 8 days tour from Casablanca to Marrakech finished.
