This day is dedicated to exploring the Merzouga desert. You’ll have the freedom to choose your own activities, whether it’s camel trekking or exploring the desert in the comfort of a 4×4. We will also visit Khamlia village, renowned for its traditional music. As the day winds down, we’ll witness the stunning sunset behind the Sahara’s majestic dunes. Leaving the vehicle behind, we’ll embark on a camel ride into the desert, guided by experienced locals, to reach the Merzouga Desert Camp. Our overnight stay in Berber tents will be highlighted by a traditional dinner under the stars, followed by tribal music around a campfire, making for an unforgettable evening.
8-Day Imperial Cities and Desert Tour from Marrakech
- Tour Overview
8-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech: Explore Natural Wonders and the Stunning Atlas Mountains Dotted with Charming Villages
Highlights of the 8-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech
– Discover Casablanca’s main attractions and monuments.
– Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque, the largest in Morocco.
– Explore Fes, Morocco’s spiritual capital: Najjarine Fountains and Museum.
– Tour Quaraouyine University, the tanneries, and Medersa Bouanania in Fes.
– Wander through the labyrinthine souks and markets of Fes’s old medina.
– Experience the vibrant colors and scents of Fes’s artisans’ workshops.
– Spend a night in a desert camp with a traditional dinner under the stars.
– Journey through the scenic Dades Canyon on secondary roads.
– Marvel at the picturesque Atlas Mountains dotted with charming villages.
– Ride a camel across the Sahara’s towering dunes.
– Visit the spectacular gorges of Dadès and Todra.
– Experience the magic of the Merzouga desert.
– Enjoy breathtaking sunsets and sunrises over golden sand dunes.
– Explore the sights and serene gardens of Marrakech.
- Itinerary
Day 1: Exploring Marrakesh
Today, we will have a guided tour of Marrakesh, exploring the main attractions and landmarks of the city. This includes the famous Jamma el Fna square, Koutoubia Mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We will also visit other parts of the city such as Gueliz, the Menara Garden, and Majorelle Garden.
Day 2: Marrakesh – Tizi n Tichka pass – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorge
Today, your tour begins with a scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains, winding through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass to reach the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, known for its appearances in films like *Gladiator* and the HBO series *Game of Thrones*. Afterward, we will continue to Ouarzazate to visit the Atlas Film Studios and explore a Kasbah in the city. From there, we will head towards the Valley of Roses, known for its annual Festival of Roses. The day will end with an overnight stay in a local hotel or riad at Dades Gorge.
Day 3: Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge – Rissani – Merzouga desert
Next, we will continue our tour with a visit to Todra Gorge, a striking narrow canyon that is a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts. From there, we will travel through the scenic Ziz Valley to reach Erfoud, an oasis town known as the gateway to the Sahara Desert and famous for its unique fossils. In Erfoud, we can visit a local factory that produces artisan crafts and home decor made from fossils, with a shop where you can purchase these items as souvenirs.
We will then drive towards Rissani to explore the local souk before heading towards the desert, arriving in Merzouga for an overnight stay in a local riad or hotel.
Day 4: Merzouga desert
Day 5: Merzouga – Midelt – Fes
We will start the day early to catch the sunrise over the desert, then return by camel to our hotel. After enjoying breakfast, we will drive past Rissani and Erfoud, making a stop in Midelt, located in the Atlas Mountains, for lunch. Following that, we will continue our journey to Fes, where we will spend the night.
Day 6: Fes guided tour
Today, we will explore Fes, the oldest city in Morocco, and enjoy a walk through its narrow alleys and streets. Our sightseeing includes visits to the Royal Palace gate, the Jewish Quarter, and other significant cultural and historical sites, such as Al Quaraouine University, the Tanneries, and the Mausoleum of Mulay Idriss.
In the afternoon, you’ll have time to further explore the captivating medina before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant. We will spend the night in Fes at a local riad or hotel.
Day 7: Fes – Rabat – Casablanca
Fes is composed of three distinct areas. Fes el Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the oldest, featuring over 9,000 narrow streets and alleys enclosed by a large fortified wall. Fes-Jdid, or “New Fez,” is home to the Jewish Quarter, while the “Ville Nouvelle” represents the newest section of Fes, developed during the French occupation.
Later in the day, we will drive to Rabat and then continue on to Casablanca.
In the afternoon, you’ll have time to further explore the captivating medina before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant. We will spend the night in Fes at a local riad or hotel.
Day 8: Casablanca – Marrakech
Today, we will visit the main attractions and monuments in Casablanca, including the iconic Hassan II Mosque. After enjoying lunch at a local restaurant, we will drive back to Marrakesh, where our tour will conclude.
- Tour includes:
- Pick-up service from your accommodation in Marrakech
- Private Transport by an A/C vehicle
- Overnight in desert camp dinner and breakfast are included
- Camel ride for sunset and sunrise (one camel each)
- Official art historian guides in Fes & Chefchaouen
- You can stop everywhere to take photos
- Fuel included
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Local guide at ait benhaddou Kasbah
- Accommodations in selected hotels & Riads or Kasbahs (breakfast included)
- Drop off service at your accommodation in Marrakech
- Tour excludes:
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- The flights tickets to and from your homeland
- Lunches and drinks
- Anything not mentioned in the program, 7 Days Morocco tour From Marrakech
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