Highlights
- Explore the old medina of Marrakech
- Visit Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate
- Ride camels to a Sahara desert camp
- Tour the medieval city of Fes
- Discover the blue city of Chefchaouen
Itinerary
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Introduction
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Morocco, starting in the vibrant city of Marrakesh. From there, we’ll explore the historic village of Ait Benhaddou, the mesmerizing dunes of Merzouga, and the imperial city of Fes. We’ll wander through the blue streets of Chefchaouen, discover the charm of Rabat, and conclude our adventure in the cosmopolitan city of Casablanca. Join us for an immersive experience through the diverse landscapes and rich culture of Morocco!
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Day 1 Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco, following an Arrival to Marrakech Airport we will have a short drive to our joining hotel where we will stay for the night. If you arrive early try to explore the old medina with its narrow alleyways and its famous square Djamaa El fena. Overnight in Hotel
Start pointmarrakesh airport, Marrakesh, Marrakech – Tensift – Al Haouz, Morocco -
Day 2 Marrakech- Ait Benhaddou- Ouarzazate- Roses Valley- Dade Valley.
This morning we will start our journey crossing the high atlas Mountains of Morocco and arrive at the old village of Ait Benhaddou, this village was a major stop for the caravans in the old days thus it become a UNESCO heritage site and as well it is used as background for many international movies such as Gladiators, prince of Persia and Game of throne. Not too far from this village situated Ouarzazate a city in the south of Morocco known as Hollywood of North Africa due to the number of Movies that was made in its film studios. On the way to Boumalen Dades, where we will stay for the night, we pass by the Roses Valley, a beautiful and evergreen valley very famous for the Damaskina Roses and people hold a festival every year to celebrate the harvest. Overnight in Hotel
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Day 3 Dades valley- Toudra Gorge- Arfoud- Merzouga.
After breakfast we will head east towards the Sahara, en-‐route we pass by the magnificent Toudra Gorges (Grand Canyon of Morocco) after lunch we will continue our journey to Erfoud. This city is very famous for fossils and fossilized Marble. In Rissani we will have a stop for lunch. Now it is time to get to the Sahara Desert where we will transfer to our camels and go for a ride on the sand dunes to get to the Berber camp for the night, if anyone can not ride a camel there is the possibility of getting a 4WD (extra cost) and drive to the camp. On your arrival at the camp, you have some free time before dinner. Overnight Desert experience camp or similar
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Day 4 Merzouga – Fes.
After breakfast and shower in the Berber camp we will drive through the city Errachidia and the ZIZ valley that is very famous for Date palms. After that, we will cross the High and the Middle Atlas.
Mountains that separate the Sahara desert from the interior parts of the country. We will get then to Fes the oldest capital of Morocco where we will stay for the night. Overnight in Hotel.
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Day 5 Fes
Today we take the guided tour of Fes. Fes is the oldest and largest medieval city in the world. Its medina, home to 400.000 inhabitants, with only donkeys and bikes as a means of transportation, is a heady mix of aromas, sights and sounds. There are plenty of mosques and palaces to visit, but be aware that only Muslims can enter Mosques in Morocco. After exploring the dye-‐pits, tanneries, pottery and restaurants, we return to our hotel to freshen up for tonight, where we have the chance for a traditional meal and entertainment in the city with live Moroccan entertainment including traditional dancing, belly dancing and magicians. Overnight in Hotel.
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Day 6 Fes – Chefchaouen
After breakfast we drive towards Chefchaouen (bleu city) that is a Morocco popular tourist attraction and welcoming town situated in the Rif Mountains just south of the Mediterranean coastline in northwest Morocco. This nice bleu city is known for its traditional buildings. Enjoy a walk to explore the white and blue washed walls of the medina and the markets that offer some unique native handicrafts. Chefchaouen is a fantastic destination for photography with its wonderful views of the Rif Mountains.
We will have dinner in one of the local restaurants at your own cost in the medina before returning back to our Hotel. Overnight in Hotel. -
Day 7 Chefchaouen- Rabat- Casablanca
After Breakfast, we will travel south to the official capital of Morocco Rabat. On the arrival we will have a guided tour to explore the highlights of Rabat including the Royal palace, Hassan Tower and Oudaya
Kasbah. After this we will continue our journey to arrive to Casablanca, the economic capital of morocco. Overnight in Hotel. -
Day 8 Casablanca
Transfer to the airport of Mohamed V in Casablanca to fly Home.
Egypt, Dubai, Jordan, Israel extension is available
End pointCasablanca airport, Casablanca, Grand Casablanca, Morocco