Day 1: Welcome to Marrakech

Marrakech - Greetings from Morocco! Upon arrival at Marrakech airport, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel. This evening, enjoy some free time to explore the wonders of Djemaa el Fna.
Overnight: Marrakech at Riad Anabel or a similar accommodation.

Day 2: Majorelle Gardens & Marrakech City Tour

Jardin Majorelle - After breakfast, visit the stunning Majorelle Gardens, a short drive from the hotel. These botanical gardens were crafted by French artist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s and 1930s. Owned by Yves Saint Laurent since 1980, his ashes were scattered here after his passing in 2008. The Berber Museum, opened in 2017, showcases over 600 artifacts from Morocco’s indigenous tribes and is dedicated to Yves Saint Laurent’s life and work.
This afternoon, embark on a guided tour of Marrakech. Within the rose-colored medina walls lies a maze of winding streets and alleys leading to lush gardens and bustling souks. At the heart of the medina is Djemaa El Fna, the city’s vibrant marketplace, with the famous Koutoubia Mosque towering over it, the tallest building in the city.
Overnight: Marrakech | Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3: Ait Benhaddou - UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate. Departing the city this morning, travel across the Haouz plains to the majestic High Atlas Mountains. Ascend the Tizi n Tichka pass, stop for lunch, and continue with breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys to Ait Benhaddou. This remarkable ancient fortified Kasbah, built for defense on a hill, is a beautifully preserved medieval city featured in many blockbuster films, including Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia. Continue south to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of North Africa,” famous for being the filming location for many Hollywood blockbusters and TV shows, including James Bond – The Living Daylights, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones.
Overnight: Ouarzazate | Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4: Ouarzazate to Merzouga & Camel Trek into the Sahara

Merzouga Desert - Ouarzazate - Todra Gorge - Merzouga (Sahara). Begin the journey into the Sahara with a mix of palm trees, rose fields, and magnificent gorges. From Ouarzazate, visit the Kasbah Amherdhil in Skoura, see the rose fields, and reach the scenic Todra Gorge. Surrounded by towering limestone cliffs reaching 1000ft, it is known as Morocco’s Grand Canyon. After exploring Todra, continue to Merzouga, the base before heading into the Sahara. Depending on the season, relax and swim before embarking on a camel trek into the Sahara Desert to witness a stunning sunset and spend the night at a remote Berber Camp, nestled among the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy local food, music, and a memorable night camping in the Sahara.
Overnight: Berber Camp in Merzouga | Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5: Merzouga to Fes

Fes - Merzouga (Sahara) - Fes. Depart early, returning on camels to witness a breathtaking sunrise. After freshening up and breakfast in Merzouga, head to Fes. It’s a long drive, but there’s much to see along the way. Pass through cedar forests filled with Barbary Macaque monkeys while traversing the Moyen Atlas Mountains. Stop at Ifrane, a charming town often compared to a Swiss Alpine resort, before reaching Fes. Along the way, catch glimpses of Morocco’s nomadic Berbers traveling across the mountains, often staying in makeshift tents as they journey to their next destination. Arrive in Fes in the early evening.

Day 6: UNESCO-listed Fes el Bali, Dye-pits & Tanneries

Fes - Fes is the oldest and largest medieval city in the world, and its medina is a symphony of aromas, sights, and sounds. Enjoy a guided tour of Fes el Bali, the old walled city. This captivating medina is a labyrinth of 9400 alleys that often end in dead ends, so stay close to the group! Visit the dye-pits and tanneries before lunch in the medina. The rest of the day is at leisure – consider joining an optional Tagine Making Class or enjoying a night of Moroccan entertainment and cuisine at a local restaurant (both payable locally).

Day 7: Fes to Volubilis & Meknes

Day 8: Rabat & Casablanca

Hassan II Mosque - Rabat - Casablanca - Marrakech. This morning, take a guided tour of Rabat and visit some of the capital’s highlights, including the impressive Chellah, a necropolis and complex of ancient, medieval ruins, the Royal Palace, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. After lunch, continue to Casablanca to visit the Hassan II Mosque, which boasts the tallest minaret and is the third-largest mosque in the world, accommodating 25,000 worshippers at once. After visiting the mosque, bid farewell to fellow travelers leaving in Casablanca and continue to Marrakech for the night.
Overnight: Marrakech | Breakfast

Day 9: Marrakech - Menara Airport

Marrakech - The incredible tour of Morocco concludes today after hotel check-out. An included onward departure transfer to the airport is provided.
Breakfast

• Escorted by a licensed English speaking Moroccan driver guide
• Transportation (hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi, etc.)
• Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 9
• Guided sightseeing (Casablanca, Rabat, Volubilis, Ait Benhaddou and Marrakech)
• Dinner
• Bottled water
• Camel trek into the mesmerising Sahara Desert
• Breakfast
• Surcharges on fuel
• Breakfast daily, dinners inclusive of a traditional Berber meal at our Sahara camp
• Fees (admission, fuel surcharge, gratuities, parking, etc.)
• 7 nights 5-4 star hotels and riads and 1 night camping at a Berber desert camp in the Sahara

• International flights and visa
• Sandboarding in sahara
• Personal expenses
• Food and drinks (lunches, 2 dinners during your tour, snacks, wine, soft drinks, etc.)

Guided by a knowledgeable local expert, this thrilling 9-day group tour offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the country from a native’s perspective. Starting in Marrakech, journey in private vehicles to Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate, followed by a camel trek across the Sahara. Discover the Imperial Cities of Fes, Rabat, and Meknes, and explore many of Morocco’s significant sites with the help of specialist guides. At night, relax in comfortable, locally-owned 4-star hotels and savor numerous included meals.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.