Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

On the first day, we will pick you up early from the airport, port, or your accommodation in Casablanca. Casablanca is the economic center and the largest city in Morocco. We will start by visiting the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco, located on the west coast of the city, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. After some free time for lunch, we will explore the city and visit the beautiful Corniche of Casablanca. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen

After breakfast, we will drive along the coastline to Rabat, the capital of Morocco and one of its imperial cities, located in the northwest. You will visit the highlights of the city, including the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of Oudaya. After some free time for lunch, we will head north through Ouazzane to reach the blue city of Chefchaouen, located in the Rif Mountains and famous for its blue-painted buildings and alleyways. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

After breakfast, feel free to wander through the beautiful alleyways of Chefchaouen. Then we will drive to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its beautiful mosaics, ancient pillars, and archways. After exploring the ruins, we will drive 30 km to visit Meknes, the Ismaili capital and one of the imperial cities. We will visit Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani Basin, the Royal Stables, the Granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Then we will head to Fes for an overnight stay in a Riad.

Day 4: Guided Tour of Fes

We will dedicate the day to exploring the highlights of Fes with a local guide. Fes is one of the imperial cities and the cultural and religious center of Morocco. We will start by visiting the Royal Palace gate, then the well-preserved medieval Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud), the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, the Tanneries, and the Quaraouin Mosque and University, the oldest university in the world. After leaving the Medina, we will visit the Jewish Quarter (the Mellah). In the afternoon, we will drive to an ancient fortress for a panoramic view of the Medina and the city of Fes. Finally, return to your Riad.

Day 5: Fes – Ifrane – Cedars Forest – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Sahara

After breakfast, we will drive south through Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, known for its low temperatures, snow, and alpine-style architecture, earning it the nickname “Switzerland of Morocco.” We will continue to the Cedars Forest, home to Barbary macaques. Feel free to feed them while wandering in the forest. Later, we will continue to Midelt for lunch. Then we will drive to Merzouga through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass and along the Ziz Valley, with stops for panoramic views.

In the afternoon, we will reach the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, where you will switch to camels and cross the sandy desert. You will stop on top of a high dune to enjoy the sunset before continuing to the camp. The camp combines traditional nomadic tents with the luxury of a hotel. Enjoy Berber drum music and dancing around the campfire under a vast open sky of stars. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.

Day 6: Merzouga Sahara – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Waking up early to witness the beautiful sunrise in the middle of the desert is a must. After breakfast, you will return on camels to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting. We will then leave the desert to visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. Rissani remains a major trading center in the region, with a lively souk three days a week.

After a stroll through the Rissani souk, we will continue to Erfoud to visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. We will then drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad to reach the Todra Gorges. The Todra River has carved out a grand canyon through the mountains, creating high red cliff-sided gorges, ideal for rock climbers. Feel free to wander through the gorges and appreciate the stunning landscape. After some free time for lunch at a restaurant, we will continue to the Dades Valley, passing through Boumalne Dades. We will make stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation and a viewpoint overlooking the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Day 7: Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Palm Groves of Skoura – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Telouet – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

On the last day, we will continue our trip to Kalaa Magouna to visit the Rose Valley, where an annual Rose Festival is held in May. Locals offer various rose products, including perfumes, rose water, oil, and cosmetic products. We will then drive through the palm groves of Skoura to reach Ouarzazate, where we will visit the film studios where famous movies were shot.

Next, we will visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Kasbah has appeared in many movies, including “Gladiator,” “Alexander,” and “The Mummy,” as well as TV series like “Game of Thrones.” We will then continue to Marrakech, driving through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the High Atlas Mountains. We will make stops for lunch and to take pictures at interesting spots. Finally, we will reach Marrakech and drive you to the airport or your accommodation, marking the end of the 7-day Morocco tour.