10 Days – Imperial Cities of Morocco & Sahara Desert

Breakfast. We begin by discovering the capital of the Kingdom: Rabat. Visits include the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas.
After lunch, we head to Fez, passing through Meknes—the Ismaili capital of Morocco—where we’ll see the famous Bab Mansour Gate, the Sahrij Swani basin, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.

Arrival in Fez. Overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. Today we explore Fez, Morocco’s cultural capital. We’ll wander through the alleys of its ancient medina, beginning with the Royal Palace, the Jewish Quarter, and the first Mellah ever built in Morocco.

You’ll visit the most important cultural and historical sites, including the famous tanneries.
Free time in the afternoon.
Overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. We depart for Ifrane, also known as the “Little Switzerland” of Morocco. You’ll enjoy stunning views of the Middle and High Atlas Mountains.
We’ll stop in Azrou, a Berber town set within Morocco’s largest cedar forest—home to the Barbary macaques.

As we approach Errachidia, you’ll notice how the landscape shifts.
We continue toward Merzouga via the Tizi N’Talghamt Pass and through the lush Ziz Valley, pausing for panoramic views along the way.

Arrival in Merzouga, at the foot of the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert.
Overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. A day dedicated to experiencing the desert in its purest form.
We start in Hassilabied, walking through a palm grove cultivated by the local community.
We continue across the desert trails and dunes, visiting the village of Khamlia, inhabited by nomads from Sub-Saharan Africa. Here, we’ll enjoy live Gnawa music and hospitality from the locals.

In the afternoon, we’ll join a caravan of dromedaries and ride deep into the desert to spend an unforgettable night under the stars—just like the Berbers.

Drum music, traditional dinner, and a magical night in a desert Khaima (camp).

Dinner and overnight stay in the Khaima camp.

Wake up early to witness sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Return to camp and enjoy breakfast while taking in the views.
We continue toward Rissani to explore its colorful market, then head to Tinghir and the impressive Todra Gorges—the highest and narrowest in Morocco.

Our journey continues toward the Dades Valley, where we’ll see majestic kasbahs and rock formations known as the "Monkey Fingers."
Overnight stay in a charming hotel with views over the valley.

Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. We travel through the Dades Valley toward Kalaa M’gouna and Ouarzazate along the famous "Route of the 1000 Kasbahs"—lined with adobe fortresses scattered among oases and desert plains.

You’ll have the chance to meet Berber nomads in their cave dwellings and enjoy the fertile Valley of Roses.
We’ll stop in Kalaa M’gouna, the city of roses, to shop for its famous rosewater products.

Continuing through Skoura and the Valley of Birds, we visit the Kasbah Amridil, then stop for lunch at a scenic viewpoint.
We arrive in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” known for its breathtaking landscapes and its role in films like Gladiator, The Mummy, and The Last Temptation of Christ. Optional visit to the film studios.

We continue through the majestic Tizi N’Tichka Pass (2,260 meters) in the High Atlas Mountains before reaching Marrakech.
Overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. Guided tour of the "Red City." You’ll visit iconic landmarks such as the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, Bahia Palace, and the Ben Youssef Madrasa.
Free time in the afternoon to explore the souks or relax.
Overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.

Breakfast. We travel to Casablanca. Panoramic tour and free time near the spectacular Hassan II Mosque, located right by the Atlantic Ocean.

We continue to Rabat.
Overnight stay in Hotel/Riad.