After picking you up at the airport and checking you into your hotel for one night, we’ll have the rest of the day to discover Morocco’s biggest and richest city: Casablanca.

N.B: If you arrive early, we’ll take you on an exclusive tour of the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco. This stunning architectural marvel is a true symbol of Moroccan craftsmanship, with its intricate details and breathtaking design overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

 After picking you up after breakfast at your accommodation in Casablanca, we will hit the way directly to Rabat.

Depending on how early we start, we can spend more time visiting certain sights than others.

We will begin our exploration of Rabat with a visit to the Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohamed V.

A veritable complex of Moroccan royal history, here we’ll see where Morocco’s past meets its future, completed in 1199 by the Almohad king Yacub al-Mansour, the Hassan Tower, a UNESCO site, and its 200 collapsed columns have stood as a symbol of royal power in Morocco for over 800 years.

Just next to it, one finds the ornately decorated Mausoleum of Mohamed V, the grandfather of the present king and founder of modern Morocco.

You have the option of visiting these sites with or without a local guide.

Next, we will drive to visit the Chella An ancient Roman port city, a Moorish outpost, a fortified necropolis—the Chella of Rabat enjoyed a storied history before becoming the tourist destination it is today.

A winding, unkempt assembly of houses, ruins, streets, and gardens, one wonders if the families of white storks or humans enjoy visiting the Chellah more.

You have the option of visiting this site with or without a guide.

After a stop for lunch at a nice local restaurant, we will move on to visit the Kasabah of the Udayas.

This fortified neighborhood has sat perched over the crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean since its completion in 1269.

A maze of small streets, ancient stone houses, picturesque doors, and views over the Atlantic Ocean, the Kasabah of the Udayas UNESCO status isn’t just merited by its rich history, but also by its calm beauty.

You have the option of visiting this site with or without a guide.

Then we will discover Rabat’s new town, where Morocco meets the modern world, Rabat’s new city, left behind by the French, features many notable sights all connected by a sleek brand-new tram system: the Bank of Morocco, the Postal Museum, and the Saint Peter Cathedral Adjacent to this neighborhood, we find Rabat’s old city.

After a long day of discovering Rabat, we will drive to your accommodation in Tangier.

After greeting you at your hotel in the morning, we will begin our exciting day of exploring Tangier and its surroundings.

First, we will drive out of town to make a stop at the scenic Cape Spartel, where, on a clear day, you may even catch a glimpse of British Gibraltar and the European continent in the distance.

Cape Spartel is one of the northernmost points in Africa—truly where the edges of two worlds meet!

In ancient times, it was thought the lost continent of Atlantis sank into the Atlantic Ocean, not far from Cape Spartel.

Going down from Cape Spartel, we will visit the majestic Caves of Hercules, carved over centuries out of the rock by both nature and man.

In ancient times, it was thought that Hercules slept in this cave before completing his 11 labor, which explains why the caves still carry his name.

In the afternoon, we will return to Tangier, where you will have the rest of the day to explore its historic old medina.

Famous sites in the old medina include the Kasbah fortress and the American Legation, one of the first international American diplomatic posts, which today houses a cultural center and museum.

Today, we will explore Chefchaouen in the morning before heading north to the town of M’diq on the Mediterranean coast in the afternoon.

Nestled in a green mountain valley at 600m above sea level, Chefchaouen was originally built up as a hidden outpost to push back the increasing incursions of European powers into Morocco starting in the 15th and 16th centuries. After the Reconquista and fall of Islamic rule in Spain, Muslim Andalusian refugees flocked to Chefchaouen to begin new lives on the African continent.

Until the middle of the 20th century, when Spanish rule of northern Morocco began, Chefchaouen had held a reputation for being impossible for non-Muslims to enter.

Today, that’s all different: tourists just can’t get enough of Chefchaouen’s innumerable charms.

Much calmer and cozier than Fez, Chefchaouen’s most striking feature is, without a doubt, its old city’s picturesque sky blue painted walls and streets built on a mountainside.

Among the major sights in Chefchaouen are the Kasabah (fortress), the Ras El Maa river valley, and the hillside Spanish Mosque (a 30 minute hike from town).

Chefchaouen can be explored with or without a guide.

Once completing your visit, we will go to your accommodation in Chefchaouen.

After a morning pick up at your hotel in Chefchaouen, we will hit the road heading to Volubilis and Meknes.

Our first stop will be the ruined Roman city of Volubilis. French archeologists began excavating Volubilis in the early 20th century, though half of the immense sight still remains beneath centuries of topsoil.

Marvel at the famous sights, like the basilica, the triumphal arc, and the many palaces with their exquisite mosaics.

The tour of Volubilis can be done either with or without a local guide.

Next we will make a quick stop in the adjacent small town of Moulay Idriss Zerhoun. During our stop in Moulay Idriss Zerhoun we will go to a panoramic view point, visit the town center, and get lunch, a snack, or a beverage.

Our last stop will be the mighty walled Imperial City of Meknes.

Meknes’s old city offers a trove of sights for a curious visitor: Moulay Idriss’s massive stables, capacious granary, and cavernous underground prison. We will also visit Moulay Idriss’s mausoleum (one of the only mosques in Morocco open to tourists), the monumental Mansour Gate, the covered food market, and the El Hidem Square.

Following our visit of Meknes, we will set out North towards the mountains to reach Chefchaouen before the sun sets. We will spend the night in beautiful Chefchaouen.

We will begin at the Seven Golden Doors, a magnificent set of ornate gates that mark the entrance to the Royal Palace. From there, you’ll stroll through the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), offering a glimpse into Morocco’s rich Jewish heritage and history. 

Next, head to a panoramic viewpoint where you can take in a breathtaking view of Fez, with its sprawling medina below, surrounded by mountains. 

Then we’ll visit the Ceramics area, renowned for its stunning pottery and traditional craftsmanship.

Finally, we’ll return to explore Fez’s ancient medina, the biggest urban car-free zone in the world. Fez, a UNESCO sight, is a massive labyrinth of dusty alleys, sumptuous houses and palaces, hectic markets, and innumerable stories.

The joy of visiting Fez consists largely in simply meandering through this medieval urban maze.

Among the many things we’ll discover are the recently restored leather tanneries, the Foundouk Nejjarine woodworking museum, the Dar el-Magana water clock, the hilltop Merenid Tombs, the serene Bou Inania Koranic school, the Moulay Idriss II Mausoleum, and the Karaouiyne University (the oldest university in the world).

Following an early morning pick up at your accommodations in Fez, we will hit the road and drive directly to our destination, the Erg Chebbi Dunes on the cusp of the vast Sahara Desert.

On our way you’ll enjoy watching the beautiful scenery change as we pass through different natural environments.

First, we will pass through the alpine climate of Middle Atlas Mountains, with rich natural features, such as oak and cedar trees, lakes, and Barbary ape colonies.

We’ll make a stop in the university town of Ifrane, also known as the Switzerland of Morocco.

Later, we will enter the provincial town of Midelt, where we will stop for lunch. Once over the mountains, the climate will become ever drier as we enter into the picturesque arid Ziz Valley.

Soon thereafter, we’ll find ourselves overlooking the Tafilalt Oasis, a region rich in palm groves, underground rivers, and traditional mudbrick architecture.

Just a little further, we’ll arrive at our destination: the Erg Chebbi Dunes.

As soon as we arrive at the cusp of the Sahara, we will leave the car behind and continue on camelback to our campsite in the middle of the desert.

Take amazing photos over the sand dunes as the sun sets in the background.

Once we arrive at our tents at the base of the sand dunes, your Berber hosts will cook traditional desert meals for you, while teaching you about their culture.

Spend the evening huddled around the campfire, venture out into the desert, or lie on a sand dune and gaze at the stars.

Sleep in or take our advice and wake up early to catch the sunrise over the sand dunes.

If you’re feeling groggy, you can also ride over the sand dunes on camelback.

It’s an experience you’ll never forget.

After breakfast you will be able to spend your day exploring the desert surrounding Merzouga as you like.

Possible activities to do: visiting the historical towns and palm groves around the Tafilalt Oasis (Rissani, Merzouga, Erfoud), taking a 4×4 excursion into the desert to explore black volcanic rock formations and fossils, visiting a nomadic family living in a tent, riding quadbikes around the sand dunes, visiting Khamlia village to hear Gnawa music, or relaxing around the desert tents.

 In the late afternoon, once the day’s heat has subsided, we’ll trek out via camelback to a Berber camp site in the middle of the sand dunes, far, far away from the worries of the world.

Here your Berber hosts will cook traditional desert meals for you, while teaching you about their culture, spend the evening huddled around the campfire, venture out into the desert, or lie on a sand dune and gaze at the stars.

Sleep in or take our advice and wake up early to catch the sunrise over the sand dunes.

After a hearty breakfast, we will ride out of the desert on camelback to the town on the edge of the desert.

There you will be able to shower and refresh yourself in a hotel before we set out on our way.

Leaving the desert, we’ll get back on the road and make our way towards Ouarzazate, exploring traditional mudbrick towns and beautiful desert landscapes as we go.

Our day’s first stop will be in Tinerhir, an ancient Berber town built of traditional mudbrick architecture.

In Tinerhir, we’ll turn off the main road to make a stop in the amazing Todra Gorges, where climbers from around the world fight gravity and their fear as they scale vertical cliffs.

Don’t worry—we’ll be exploring this fascinating area horizontally on foot.

Driving a little further on, we’ll arrive at the Dades Valley, a region famous for its sprawling palm groves growing over an underground river.

Along our way, we’ll visit the famous little town of Kelaat Mgouna, known across Morocco for its traditional Rose Festival in May.

A little further down the road, we’ll discover Soukora, a traditional mudbrick town in the heart of 25km² of lush palm groves.

We’ll finish this exciting day in Ouarzazate, where we’ll have dinner and spend the night.

After breakfast, we’ll start our day exploring the sights in Ouarzazate before hitting the road to Marrakesh.

Ouarzazate, a clean, quiet, and sunny city, is the capital and biggest city of the surrounding province.

Even the etymology of the word ‘Ouarzazate’ comes from the Berber expression meaning ‘without noise’.

We’ll begin by visiting the old town with its large ancient Taourirt Kasbah.

Its noble founders have long since moved out, leaving its many towers to families of White storks.

We’ll move on to visit what modern Ouarzazate is most famous for: Morocco’s largest movie studios.

Over the years, thanks to their prime desert location, these studios have helped turn out classic films like Lawrence of Arabia (1962), The Mummy (1999), Gladiator (2000), and, most recently, certain episodes of Game of Thrones.

Leaving Ouarzazate, we’ll turn off the main road to visit the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Benhaddou.

An ideal model of the many mudbrick villages and Kasbah’s that dot the south of Morocco, the ancient town of Ait Benhaddou enchants its thousands of visitors with its curious towers, surrounding desert scenery, and place in Morocco’s history.

Once done visiting Ait Benhaddou, we can get lunch at one of the numerous restaurants that overlook the picturesque town.

Starting our drive to Marrakech, the environment will change as we climb higher into the High Atlas Mountains.

The arid desert plains and hills will give way to forests, mountain streams, and, depending on the time of year, snowcapped mountains.

We’ll follow the road to the very top of these mountains where we’ll stop at the Tizi n’Tichka pass before heading down the other side.

Once over the mountains, it will be a straight shot to the ochre city, Marrakesh, where we’ll spend our night.

Today we’ll spend the whole day exploring the legendary red city of Marrakesh.

Highlights include:

– Marrakesh’s old medina – Smaller than the Fez medina, but no less riveting, Marrakesh’s old medina feels worlds away from the fancy modern hotels, clubs, and restaurants that gild its new town.

Main attractions in Marrakesh’s old medina include the Mellah (Jewish neighborhood), the ornate 19th century Bahia Palace, and the crumbling 16th century Badi Palace.

What’s more, we’ll explore the Koutoubia Mosque and the world famous Jemma el-Fna, a UNESCO site, with its fabled snake charmers, monkey tamers, acrobats, musicians, orange juice sellers, and story tellers.

– The Majorelle Gardens – Taking a little excursion into Marrakesh’s new town, we’ll visit the lush Majorelle Gardens.

Designed by the French artist Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s and 1930s, the Majorelle Gardens feature a striking array of cactus species from all over the world in Art Deco inspired grounds.

Famous for its iconic blue walls, the Majorelle Gardens also house an excellent museum devoted to Berber culture and history.

On the last day of our exciting tour through Morocco, we will drop you off anywhere you’d like in Morocco (Rabat/Casablanca/Marrakech).