9 Days Travel Through Morocco from Marrakech

Day 1: Marrakech – Arrival

Arrival in Marrakech, where your driver/guide will meet you at the airport. Transfer to your hotel or riad.

Spend the day exploring the vibrant city of Marrakech, including:

• The bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa Square

• Traditional souks

• Iconic landmarks like Koutoubia Mosque and Bahia Palace

Overnight: Hotel or Riad in Marrakech

Day 2: Marrakech ➝ High Atlas Mountains ➝ Ait Ben Haddou ➝ Ouarzazate

Depart Marrakech early and cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying stunning panoramic views.

Stop at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous filming location. Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” visiting Taourirt Kasbah or local film studios.

Overnight: Hotel or Riad in Ouarzazate (Dinner included)

Day 3: Ouarzazate ➝ Skoura ➝ Dades Valley

After breakfast, drive through the Skoura Oasis and Valley of Roses. Continue to the Dades Valley, famous for its rock formations and winding roads.

Overnight: Hotel or Riad in Dades Valley (Dinner & Breakfast included)

Day 4: Dades Valley ➝ Todra Gorge ➝ Merzouga Desert

Visit Todra Gorge and enjoy walking among towering cliffs. Travel through Berber villages to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert.

Enjoy a sunset camel trek through the Erg Chebbi dunes, followed by dinner and Berber music at your desert camp.

Overnight: Berber Desert Camp (Dinner & Breakfast included)

Day 5: Merzouga Desert Exploration & Camel Trek

Wake up early for a sunrise over the Sahara. After breakfast, explore Merzouga and nearby desert villages.

Optional activities:

• Visit Khamlia Village (Gnawa music village)

• 4×4 desert excursions

• Meet local Berber nomads

Overnight: Berber Desert Camp (Dinner & Breakfast included)

Day 6: Merzouga ➝ Ziz Valley ➝ Midelt ➝ Fes

Ride camels back to Merzouga. Travel through the Ziz Valley, passing palm groves, Rissani, and Erfoud. Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains and arrive in Fes, Morocco’s cultural and spiritual capital.

Overnight: Hotel or Riad in Fes (Dinner & Breakfast included)

Day 7: Fes – Full-Day Cultural Tour

Explore the historic city of Fes with a guided tour of:

• Fes el-Bali Medina (UNESCO-listed)

• Traditional tanneries

• Al Quaraouiyine Mosque

• Madrasa Bou Inania

Optional: Explore Fes artisans and local markets for souvenirs.

Overnight: Hotel or Riad in Fes (Dinner & Breakfast included)

Day 8: Fes ➝ Meknes ➝ Volubilis ➝ Chefchaouen

Depart Fes and visit Meknes, an imperial city with historical monuments. Explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis before heading to Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in northern Morocco.

Walk through the streets of the blue medina, enjoy local cuisine, and take photos of this picturesque town.

Overnight: Hotel or Riad in Chefchaouen (Dinner & Breakfast included)

Day 9: Chefchaouen ➝ Rabat/Casablanca ➝ Departure

After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen and drive toward Rabat or Casablanca for your departure. En route, enjoy the scenic landscapes of northern Morocco. Transfer to the airport for your flight.

Your 9-day Moroccan adventure concludes with memories of deserts, mountains, culture, and northern wonders.

What’s Included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver

• English-speaking driver/guide

• Accommodation: 8 nights in hotels, riads, and desert camp

• Camel trek in Merzouga desert (one camel per person)

• Breakfast and dinner (where mentioned)

• Pickup from Marrakech and drop-off at airport in Casablanca or Rabat

What’s Not Included

• Lunches and drinks

• Optional entrance fees

• Tips (optional)

Who This Tour is For

This 9-day tour is ideal for travelers who want:

• A complete Moroccan experience with desert, mountains, culture, and northern cities

• Camel trekking and desert camping

• Cultural immersion in imperial cities like Fes and Meknes

• Scenic exploration including High Atlas, Middle Atlas, and Sahara dunes

• Photography, adventure, and authentic Moroccan hospitality