Welcome to Morocco. Upon arrival at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation in Casablanca. Depending on your arrival time, you may have some free time to relax or enjoy a first impression of Morocco’s largest city.

Overnight stay in Casablanca.

After breakfast, begin your discovery of Casablanca with a visit to the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, one of the most impressive religious monuments in the world, dramatically located beside the Atlantic Ocean. Depending on timing, you may also see parts of the city such as the Corniche, Mohammed V Square, and other central landmarks.

Later, leave Casablanca and head north toward the Rif Mountains, where the atmosphere gradually changes from modern city life to mountain scenery. Arrive in Chefchaouen, the famous Blue City, nestled in the foothills of the Rif. Known for its blue-painted streets, charming medina, artistic atmosphere, and mountain breeze, Chefchaouen is one of Morocco’s most photogenic and relaxing destinations.

Check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening in this beautiful mountain town.

After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen and travel through scenic mountain and countryside landscapes toward Volubilis, Morocco’s most important Roman archaeological site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, explore ancient ruins, columns, arches, and mosaics that reflect the grandeur of Morocco’s Roman past.

Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities and the former capital of Sultan Moulay Ismail. Enjoy a stop to discover its historic atmosphere, monumental gates, and imperial character.

Later, continue to Fes, the spiritual and cultural center of Morocco. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Fes.

Today is dedicated to a guided exploration of Fes, the oldest imperial city in Morocco and one of the world’s most fascinating medieval cities. With your local guide, discover the magic of Fes el-Bali, the ancient medina known for its narrow lanes, traditional craftsmanship, religious history, and rich intellectual heritage.

Visit the famous tanneries, the historic Al Quaraouiyine area, and the artisan quarters that make Fes such a unique cultural destination. After lunch, continue to the Merenid Tombs, where you can enjoy panoramic views over the old city and admire the scale of this extraordinary medina.

Return to your accommodation and spend a second night in Fes.

After breakfast, leave Fes and head south through the scenic Middle Atlas Mountains. The first stops include Ifrane, often called the Switzerland of Morocco, and Azrou, known for its cedar forests and Barbary macaque monkeys.

After passing through mountain landscapes and Midelt, continue toward the desert through Errachidia and the breathtaking Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and panoramic oasis views. Pass through Erfoud, known for fossils and dates, before reaching Merzouga, at the edge of the Sahara.

Here, begin your unforgettable camel trek into the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Ride through the golden sands at sunset and arrive at your desert camp, where dinner and overnight await in a magical Sahara setting under the stars.

Wake up early to admire the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast and time to freshen up, continue your journey westward.

Travel through Rissani, a historic desert town famous for its traditional souk, then stop in Erfoud to visit a local fossil workshop. Continue to the dramatic Todra Gorge, where towering canyon walls create one of Morocco’s most beautiful natural landscapes. Enjoy time for lunch and a walk through the gorge.

In the afternoon, drive through the scenic Dades Valley, pass through Kelaat M’Gouna in the Rose Valley, and continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through the palm groves of Skoura to Ouarzazate.

Known as the Hollywood of Morocco, Ouarzazate is famous for its kasbahs and film studios. Depending on timing, enjoy a visit before checking in to your accommodation. Overnight stay in Ouarzazate.

After breakfast, head to the famous Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most celebrated fortified villages and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient ksar, located on the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech, is one of the finest examples of traditional southern Moroccan architecture and has appeared in films such as Gladiator and Lawrence of Arabia.

After time to explore and enjoy lunch, continue toward Marrakech by crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Along the way, enjoy stunning panoramic views and short breaks to appreciate the mountain scenery.

Arrive in Marrakech and check in to your accommodation. Overnight stay in Marrakech.

After breakfast, enjoy a guided historical tour of Marrakech, one of Morocco’s most vibrant and famous imperial cities. Once a major caravan center, Marrakech remains a city full of energy, architecture, gardens, and cultural life.

Visit some of the city’s most important landmarks, including the Bahia Palace, Badi Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia, Majorelle Garden, and the famous souks and Jemaa el-Fna Square. The contrast between monumental history and the lively atmosphere of the medina makes Marrakech one of the highlights of any Morocco journey.

At the end of the tour, your 8-day Morocco desert tour comes to an end.