8 Days Tour from Marrakech to the Imperial Cities & Moroccan Desert

8 Days Tour from Marrakech to the Imperial Cities & Moroccan Desert

Dive into the heart of Morocco with this complete 8 days tour combining the discovery of the great imperial cities, the stunning landscapes of the Sahara, and the authenticity of Berber traditions. From Marrakech to Fes, passing through Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, and the golden dunes of Merzouga, this journey is a perfect blend of history, culture, and adventure.

Highlights

• Full-day guided tour of Marrakech, its iconic monuments, and legendary gardens
  • Visit Casablanca and the majestic Hassan II Mosque
  • Explore Rabat: Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas
  • Cultural immersion in Fes with a local guided visit
  • Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes with sunset & sunrise views
  • Magical overnight in a Sahara desert camp
  • Walk through the Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley
  • Visit Ouarzazate and the UNESCO Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Marrakech
Airport pickup and transfer to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, first discovery of the “Red City”: Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and the famous Jemaa El Fna square with storytellers, snake charmers, and musicians. Dinner and overnight in hotel.

Day 2 – Marrakech ➝ Casablanca
Breakfast, then departure to Casablanca, Morocco’s economic capital. Stroll through Art Deco boulevards, United Nations Square, and visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque on the oceanfront. Dinner and overnight in 4* hotel.

Day 3 – Casablanca ➝ Rabat ➝ Meknes ➝ Fes
Drive to Rabat, the administrative capital. Visit Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum, and the Oudayas Kasbah. Continue to Meknes to see Bab Mansour, Lahdim Square, and the city’s imposing walls. Stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis before reaching Fes. Dinner and overnight.

Day 4 – Guided Visit of Fes
Full-day exploration of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart: Royal Palace, Mellah, labyrinthine medina, souks, tanneries, artisan workshops, and Al-Qarawiyyin University. Dinner and overnight in Fes.

Day 5 – Fes ➝ Midelt ➝ Erfoud ➝ Merzouga
Journey through the Ziz Valley and Midelt. Lunch en route before arriving in Merzouga. Camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. Traditional dinner, Berber music around the fire, and magical overnight in desert camp under the stars.

Day 6 – Merzouga ➝ Todra Gorges ➝ Dades Valley
Sunrise over the dunes, camel ride back, and breakfast. Drive to Erfoud and the spectacular Todra Gorges. Short walk in the canyons before continuing to Boumalne Dades. Dinner and overnight in kasbah/hotel.

Day 7 – Dades ➝ Ouarzazate ➝ Aït Benhaddou ➝ Marrakech
Breakfast, then route to Ouarzazate. Visit Taourirt Kasbah and the film studios, then explore Aït Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO), famous for its cinematic history. Lunch, then drive back to Marrakech via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Dinner and overnight.

Day 8 – Marrakech – Airport Transfer
Free time depending on your flight schedule, then transfer to the airport. End of services with unforgettable memories of Morocco.

Included

• Airport pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • Private transport in air-conditioned vehicle
  • English/French-speaking driver-guide
  • 6 nights in 4* hotels (Marrakech, Casablanca, Fes, Dades Valley)
  • 1 night in Sahara camp (private tent with shower & toilet)
  • Half-board (breakfasts & dinners)
  • Official guided tours of Marrakech & Fes
  • Camel treks at sunset & sunrise
  • Entrance fees to listed monuments

Not Included

• Lunches & drinks
  • Personal expenses