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Experience the highlights of Morocco on this immersive 5-day trip from Rabat to Marrakech, blending imperial cities, desert adventures, and stunning natural scenery.
Explore Rabat and Fes with a guided city tour, cross the Middle Atlas Mountains and Ziz Valley, enjoy anunforgettable camel trek in Merzouga with an overnight stay in a luxury Sahara desert camp, and discover iconic sites such as Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Skoura Oasis, Ouarzazate, and Ait Ben Haddou.
This private Morocco desert tour is ideal for travelers seeking culture, history, and authentic experiences in one unforgettable journey.
Explore Rabat: Kasbah of the Oudayas, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and Hassan Tower
Guided tour of Fes: Fes el-Bali (UNESCO), Al Quaraouiyine University, Al Attarine Madrasa, Chouara Tanneries, and the Jewish Quarter
Scenic drive through Ifrane, cedar forests of Azrou, Middle Atlas Mountains, and the Ziz Valley
Sahara adventure in Merzouga: camel trek on Erg Chebbi, luxury desert camp, sunset & sunrise, and Berber music
Explore Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Skoura Oasis, Ait Ben Haddou, and Tizi n’Tichka Pass en route to Marrakech
Upon arrival in Rabat, the political capital of Morocco, you will be met by your private driver and begin with a guided tour of the city. Visit the Kasbah of the Oudaya, a 12th-century fortress overlooking the Bou Regreg River and the Atlantic Ocean. Continue to the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, an architectural masterpiece and the final resting place of the former king, and the Hassan Tower, the minaret of an unfinished mosque dating back to 1195 AD. After lunch, depart Rabat toward Fes, the spiritual and cultural capital of Morocco. Enjoy scenic countryside views during the drive. Overnight in a riad in Fes with breakfast.
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided tour of Fes, one of the world’s oldest medieval cities. Visit the Royal Palace gates, then explore Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the Al Quaraouiyine University (the oldest university in the world), Al Attarine Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, and the famous Chouara Tanneries. Walk through the narrow streets of the medina, filled with traditional souks, artisans, and historic monuments. In the afternoon, visit the Jewish Quarter (Mellah) and enjoy a panoramic view of the entire medina from a nearby viewpoint. Overnight in a riad in Fes with breakfast.
After breakfast, depart Fes toward the Sahara Desert. Pass through Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco,” then continue through the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, pass through the only tunnel in Morocco, and descend into the spectacular Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and dramatic cliffs.
Continue southeast to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Upon arrival, begin a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the dunes, followed by dinner, traditional Berber music, and stargazing around the campfire.Overnight in a luxury desert camp.
Early in the morning, wake up to admire the magical sunrise over the dunes. After a traditional Berber breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga and continue by vehicle to Rissani, where you will visit the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum, founder of the Alaouite dynasty. Travel through authentic Berber villages such as Jorf, Mellaab, and Tinjdad before arriving at the impressive Todra Gorges, where massive canyon walls rise dramatically on both sides. Continue toward the Dades Valley, passing unique rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers,” and stop at panoramic viewpoints along the Dades Gorge road.Dinner and overnight in Dades Valley.
After breakfast, depart through the scenic Dades Valley toward Kalaat M’Gouna, known as the Valley of Roses. Continue to the Skoura Oasis, dotted with ancient kasbahs surrounded by palm groves. Arrive in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and visit the historic Taourirt Kasbah.
Proceed to the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most famous landmarks, featured in numerous international films. After visiting the kasbah and having lunch, continue through the High Atlas Mountains via the breathtaking Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping for panoramic views and a visit to local Argan oil cooperatives.
Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon and transfer to your accommodation or Marrakech Menara Airport for departure. End of services.
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