8-Day Morocco Tour Adventure From Marrakech to Fes & Sahara Desert

Start your journey from the heart of Marrakech as we travel north to Casablanca along the modern highway. Upon arrival, visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque, one of the world’s largest and most dramatic mosques set along the Atlantic coast. Enjoy a relaxed evening stroll by the Corniche and settle in for the night at a charming local Riad.

Leave Casablanca and drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital. Tour the elegant Royal Palace gates, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the historic Hassan Tower. Then continue to Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains. This iconic town welcomes you with calming blue hues and winding alleys. Enjoy your evening with panoramic views and local flavors in a relaxed Riad.

Begin with a scenic drive through olive groves to reach Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman archaeological site in Morocco. Explore its mosaics and ancient pillars before heading to Meknes, a city once ruled by the powerful Sultan Moulay Ismail. Walk through Bab Mansour and El Hedim Square before arriving in the intellectual city of Fes. Overnight in a traditional riad within the medina.

Delve into the vibrant soul of Fes with a guided walking tour. Visit Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest in the world, and discover the colorful tanneries, bustling souks, and intricate tilework of Bou Inania Madrasa. Take in sweeping views from the southern fort and visit local artisans preserving centuries-old skills. Return to your riad for a restful evening.

Depart Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop at Ifrane, known as Morocco’s Switzerland, and feed monkeys in the cedar forests of Azrou. Continue through Midelt and the Ziz Valley, with its palm-filled oases. Arrive in Merzouga where you'll relax in a desert lodge and prepare for your Sahara adventure. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Today is all about exploring the magic of the Sahara. Take a 4x4 across the dunes of Erg Chebbi, visit a nomadic family for tea, and hear the rhythms of Gnaoua music in Khamlia village. In the afternoon, mount your camel for a sunset ride to a luxury desert camp. Enjoy Berber music by the campfire and sleep under the stars in a traditional tent.

After breakfast and sunrise in the dunes, head toward the dramatic Todra Gorge, where towering rock walls frame a refreshing river walk. Continue to Dades Valley, known for its "Monkey Fingers" rock formations and endless kasbahs. Spend the night in a cozy mountain Riad with dinner included.

Drive through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs and the Rose Valley. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou kasbah, a cinematic marvel. Travel over the High Atlas via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass with photo stops. Arrive back in Marrakech by early evening. Tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or airport.