Imperial Morocco & Sahara Adventure – 8 Days

This 8 day Morocco itinerary from Casablanca to Marrakech is the perfect way to discover
Morocco’s imperial cities, Sahara Desert, Atlas Mountains, and charming villages. In just 8
days in Morocco, you’ll visit Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes, Merzouga, Skoura, Ait
Ben Haddou, and Marrakech—an unforgettable journey packed with cultural, historical, and
natural wonders.

Durations
8 days
Group Type
Small Group
Cities
Marrakech Fes Casablanca Chefchaouen Telouet Aït Ben Haddou Merzouga Todra Gorges Dades Valley Skoura Rabat Volubilis Azrou Ziz Valley High Atlas Mountains

Imperial Morocco & Sahara Adventure – 8 Days

We’ll pick you from the airport of Mohammed V or your accommodation in Casablanca starting our 8 days Morocco itinerary from Casablanca by exploring the largest mosque in Morocco ( Hassan 2 Mosque ) which is the only one that allows visitors to get inside in a private group guided tour. After, we drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where we’ll have lunch and start our visit to Hassan Tower, Kasbah Oudayas. In the afternoon, check in your accommodation and continue exploring the medina Rabat at leisure.

After you enjoy your breakfast, our 8 day Morocco itinerary will take you on a journey to the city of Chefchaouen, Morocco. You will stay at the Blue Pearl once we arrive and head out to have dinner in one of the area's authentic restaurants. Chefchaouen is famous for its narrow blue-painted streets, artisan shops, and mountain views, Chefchaouen is a must-see highlight in any Morocco itinerary.

Next, we’ll leave Chefchaouen to head to Fes via Volubilis. Take in the sights of popular Roman ruins and so much more. Our tour leaves at noon, giving you plenty of time to explore the medina of Chefchaouen on foot in the morning. Once we leave, you’ll enjoy a guided tour exploring the Mauritanian capital, founded in the 3rd century B.C., became an important outpost of the Roman Empire and was graced with many fine buildings. We will arrive at Fes in the early evening. check in your accommodation before heading to enjoy a dinner in one of the local restaurants in the medina.

On the fourth day of your 8 day Morocco itinerary, immerse yourself in the magic of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart. Begin at the stunning Royal Palace gates before exploring the historic Jewish Quarter (Mellah). Step inside the world’s oldest existing university, Al Karaouine University, and admire its remarkable legacy. Continue to the Attarine Museum, the sacred Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the ancient Medina of Fes.. Our Morocco itinerary also includes time to explore on your own, so don’t miss a chance to see it all during your tour

Depart early toward Merzouga, through Ifrane and the cedar forest of Azrou, where you may just spot Barbary Monkeys. Then we’ll travel through the scenic Ziz Valley to reach the Sahara Desert. Once you arrive, you’ll begin your camel trek through the dunes, catching a stunning Sahara sunset, and then settle into a traditional desert camp complete with traditional music and a fire.

Leave the desert behind you on the fourth day of travel and explore the market of Rissani, continuing toward the dramatic Todra and Dades Gorges. Later, we follow the direction of the Dades River west to reach the Skoura oasis , with the Atlas mountains still visible to the north. Overnight in Skoura Oasis in the middle of the palm trees in one of its tranquil lodges.

Visit some of the south of Morocco’s most intriguing kasbah monuments, en-route to Marrakech, before crossing the High Atlas mountains. The Kasbah Amridil at Skoura, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, and the Telouet Kasbah. Enjoy the patchwork of Berber villages in the river valleys in this region and the contrast of colors as the scenery changes; from arid pre-Saharan to alpine to farmland and olive groves. Cross the mountains at the Tichka Pass and gradually descend to the plain of Marrakech, expecting to arrive around 5pm.. . Arrive the city by evening, and explore the famous Jemaa el-Fna square on your own

On this day, after breakfast, you will have a half day tour to discover Marrakech visiting the most beautiful palaces and monuments of Marrakech such as the 19th century Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Mosque ,the Majorelle Garden . You will also visit the famous Souks where the merchants sell everything from leather, cloths, spices, kaftans. Later on, Departure will be arranged according to your flight time.

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What's included/Excluded

● Transport in a private air-conditioned vehicle 4×4 Toyota Prado Tx or Deluxe
Mini-van
● Experienced local english-speaking driver
● All nights accommodations in air-conditioned rooms/suites with private bathroom
● A night in a desert camp with a private toilet and shower, lamps and traditional
Moroccan furnishings.
● Daily breakfast
● Camel trek
● Dinner in the Sahara Desert and Dades Valley
● Vegetarian option available
● Sandboarding
● Tea, Coffee and mineral water in the camp
● Luggage service to the camp and all accommodations
● Local guides in Rabat, Volubilis, Fès and Marrakech
● Entrance fees to historical monuments
● Visit all interesting places during your 8 day Morocco itinerary.

● Beverages
● dinners in Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fès and Marrakech
● Lunches
● Tips
● Extras

highlights

● Casablanca Largest Hassan 2 Mosquée
● Step into cinematic history with a dinner at Rick’s Café, a faithful recreation of the
legendary Casablanca film set.
● Lose yourself in the Blue Town Chefchaouen
● Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Volubilis’ Roman ruins
● A full-day guided tour of bustling souks, leather tanneries, madrassahs, and mosques
in Fes.
● Riding patient camels over the Sahara Desert and taking in the splendour of a
stunning sunset and morning
● Visiting two of Morocco’s most famous kasbahs, Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou
● Learning about Berber culture and nomads’ way of existence
● With a local tour, visit the busy souks, colourful gardens, madrassas, majestic
palaces, and Djemaa El Fna in Marrakech.

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