7 days in Morocco

This first day of our 7 days in Morocco begins with your arrival in Casablanca, where you visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque, the seaside Corniche, and the main city landmarks. After exploring the city, the road continues to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. Once there, you discover the Oudaya Kasbah overlooking the ocean, the Hassan Tower, and area before settling into your accommodation for the night.

The journey continues north toward the Rif Mountains until you arrive in Chefchaouen, known as the Blue Pearl of Morocco. The day is dedicated to enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the blue-painted medina. You stroll through its charming alleyways, relax in the main square, and, if time permits, walk up to the Spanish Mosque for a panoramic sunset before spending the night in town.

After a relaxed morning exploring more of Chefchaouen, you leave the Rif Mountains and begin your journey toward the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here you walk among well-preserved mosaics, arches, and temples that reveal the rich history of Roman Morocco. After the visit, the road continues toward the imperial city of Fes. Upon arrival, you settle into your riad inside the historic medina and enjoy the rest of the day free to soak in the atmosphere of one of Morocco’s oldest and most fascinating cities.

This day is reserved for discovering Fes with a local guide. You explore the maze-like medina, visit Al-Qarawiyyin University, admire traditional craftsmanship at the tanneries and pottery workshops, and walk through historic sites such as Bou Inania Madrasa.

After finishing the visit of Fes, you leave the city and begin your journey into the Middle Atlas Mountains. The road leads you through the modern town of Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style architecture, before continuing to the Cedar Forest, home to the Barbary macaque monkeys. You enjoy the fresh mountain air and the beautiful scenery before heading to your accommodation in the Middle Atlas region.

After breakfast at the hotel in the Middle Atlas Mountains, you continue south as the landscape changes to desert terrain.

You pass through the scenic Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and traditional kasbahs, before reaching the edge of the Sahara Desert at Merzouga. Here, you start on a camel ride into the golden dunes to enjoy the spectacular sunset. Afterward, you arrive at your desert camp for dinner and an unforgettable night under the stars.

Witness the sunrise in the Erg Chebbi desert and breakfast before departing with your vehicle and driver. If you wish, participating in the quad biking activity early in the morning could be a great option.

From the Merzouga desert, we will head to Rissani, a town where the majority of the ancient After sunrise over the dunes, you leave the desert and travel toward the dramatic Todra Gorges, where towering cliffs rise on both sides. After exploring the canyon, the journey continues to the Dades Valley, known for its rock formations and kasbahs. You spend a peaceful evening in a local guesthouse.

The final day leads you along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs toward Ouarzazate. You stop at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ancient ksar and film locations. After the visit, you cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and arrive in Marrakech, where the tour comes to an end.