RABAT TO MARRAKECH. IMPERIAL CITIES
Day 1
Rabat – Rif Mountains – Chefchaouen
Approx. driving time 4 hours
After breakfast, visit Rabat’s main highlights, including the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the charming Kasbah of the Udayas.
Continue north through the countryside and the Rif Mountains toward Chefchaouen. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to discover the blue-painted medina, its narrow streets, artisan shops, and relaxed atmosphere.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 2
Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Approx. driving time 4 hours
After breakfast, leave Chefchaouen and travel south to Volubilis, where you can explore its impressive Roman ruins, mosaics, columns, and ancient arches.
Continue to the imperial city of Meknes to visit Bab Mansour, El Hedim Square, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. Later, travel to Fes and settle into your accommodation.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 3
Sightseeing in Fes
After breakfast, meet your local guide and spend the day discovering Fes, one of Morocco’s fascinating historic cities. Visit the Royal Palace, the Jewish Quarter, and a panoramic viewpoint the ancient medina.
Walk through Fes el-Bali, discovering traditional souks, artisan workshops, madrasas, the famous Chouara Tanneries and the surroundings of Al Quaraouiyine.
The guided tour ends in the afternoon, leaving some free time to explore at your own pace.
Overnight in Fes.
Day 4
Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Approx. driving time 7 hours
After breakfast, leave Fes and travel through Ifrane and the cedar forests near Azrou, where you may see wild Barbary macaques.
Continue through Midelt and the spectacular Ziz Valley, filled with palm groves and traditional villages. Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon and enjoy a sunset camel ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Dinner and traditional music await you at the desert camp beneath the Sahara stars.
Overnight in a Sahara desert camp.
Day 5
Merzouga – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Approx. driving time 4 hours
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, leave the desert and travel through Erfoud, famous for its fossils and dates.
Continue toward the spectacular Todra Gorges, where you can enjoy a walk between the dramatic canyon walls. Afterwards, travel through palm-filled valleys and traditional villages before reaching the beautiful Dades Valley.
Overnight in Dades Valley.
Day 6
Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
Approx. driving time 7 hours
After breakfast, travel through the beautiful landscapes of southern Morocco toward Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert.
Continue to the famous Ait Ben Haddou, where you will have time to explore the historic fortified village. Afterwards, cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the winding Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic mountain scenery along the way.
Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon and settle into your accommodation.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 7
Sightseeing in Marrakech
After breakfast, meet your local guide and spend the day discovering Marrakech. Visit the beautiful Bahia Palace, the historic Saadian Tombs, and admire the iconic Koutoubia Mosque.
Continue through the colourful souks and narrow streets of the medina before reaching the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, the heart of Marrakech. Marrakech is especially known for its historic medina, palaces, souks, and vibrant central squares.
The guided tour ends in the afternoon.
