Embark on an unforgettable 7-day odyssey to the mystical Moroccan desert!
Our route will take you from the fascinating Marrakech to the endless golden dunes of the Sahara, passing through captivating landscapes and cultural discoveries.
Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVAL IN MARRAKECH
Arrival at Marrakech airport, reception by our staff and transfer to a charming riad.
Day 2
MARRAKECH – HIGH ATLAS – AIT BEN HADDOU – OUARZAZATE – VALLEY OF ROSES – DADES VALLEY
After breakfast we will cross the High Atlas (where we will stop to take photos of the beautiful Berber settlements lost in the middle of the Atlas) through a mountain pass with a height of more than 2,260 m.
We will cross Berber villages until we reach the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou, where several internationally famous films were shot, such as Game of Thrones, Gladiator, Obelix, Sahara (with Penolope Cruz).
Arrival in Ouarzazate. After taking photos of the Kasbah of Taourit, we will head towards the palm grove of Skoura with its beautiful Kasbahs. We will travel through the Valley of the Roses until we reach the Dades Valley. Dinner and accommodation in a charming riad/hotel.
Day 3
Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast we will leave for the impressive Todra Gorges.
We will continue towards Erfoud passing through the palm groves of Tinjdad and Touroug. We will continue our journey towards the impressive dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Exchange car for camels to admire the sunset and spend the night in the middle of the dunes. Dinner and night in Haimas in the middle of the desert.
Day 4
Rissani – Ziz Valley – Middle Atlas – Fez
Can you think of a better way to start the day than watching the sunrise in the desert? After living an unforgettable experience and being fascinated by the reddish hues of the sun on the desert dunes, we will get back on our camels and head to our hotel.
Once clean, relaxed and satiated, we will set off towards Fez, passing through Tafilalet and Rissani, the ancient capital of the Alawite sultans and the place where this famous dynasty originated, which still reigns in Morocco today.
Later, we will continue our journey passing through Azrou and Ifrane, where we will stop at the so-called Monkey Forest to respectfully admire these beautiful animals and even interact with them by feeding them.
After finishing our meeting with the friendly primates, we will resume our journey to arrive in Fez approximately an hour and a quarter later, around 6:00 p.m.
Day 5
Guided tour of the medina of Fez (old town)
We will spend the day getting to know Fez, visiting the golden doors of the Royal Palace, built by bronze masters.
We will visit the old Medina with its Koranic Medersa, the Nejjarine fountain, one of the most beautiful in the medina, the Karaouine Mosque, which houses one of the main cultural centers of Islam and is the headquarters of the University of Fez, and the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss (Founder of the City of Fez).
We will stop in the famous tanners’ quarter, unique in the world. Stop for lunch (not included). We continue visiting the Medina of Fez with its artisans’ quarters divided by guilds. Accommodation and breakfast in a charming riad.
Day 6
FEZ – CHEFCHAOUEN (BLUE TOWN)
After picking you up at the hotel or riad where you are staying early in the morning, we will head north until we reach the Rif area, where Chauen, our destination, is located.
Once in Chefchaouen, inside the medina, you cannot miss the Uta el-Hammam square (the heart of the city and the ideal place to eat), the Great Mosque (with a curious octagonal tower) and the Kasbah (which contains a garden, a museum and an art gallery).
Leaving the medina, the most famous spot is the Ras El-Maa waterfall, where the sound of the water and the green hills provide a great dose of fresh air. If you continue walking, you will get a beautiful panoramic view of the city. Night in a charming riad.
Day 7
CHEFCHAOUEN (BLUE CITY) – TANGIER AIRPORT
Discounts
A 50% discount is offered for children between 2 and 10 years old.
Children under 2 years old can take the tour for free.
Accommodation
When making your reservation you can choose between two different categories of accommodation: Standard or Superior.
Standard
– Marrakech: Riad Irhalne or similar
– The Dades Gorges: Ksar sultan dades or similar.
– Merzouga Desert: Azawad Luxury Desert Camp or similar.
– Fez: Riad Sara or similar.
Superior
– Marrakech: Riad Irhalne or similar.
– The Dades Gorges: Ksar Sultan Dades or similar.
– Merzouga Desert: Azawad Luxury Desert Camp or similar.
– Fez: Riad Sara or similar.
Details
Duration: 7 days
Included:
• Private excursion, there will be no more people in the group
• Pick up at the hotel, riad, airport or wherever you want
• Transportation in 4×4 or minivan with air conditioning
• 6 nights accommodation (2 nights with dinner and breakfast and 4 nights with breakfast)
• Fuel, tolls and all associated expenses
• Local guide in Fez
• Camel ride to get to the camp
• Entrance fees to the monuments
Not included:
• Mid-day meals
• Dinners in Fez and Marrakech
When to book?
Book as soon as possible to ensure availability, especially on holidays
Proof
We will send you an email with a voucher that you can print or take on your mobile phone to the activity
Payment Methods
To book the tour we require a 30% deposit, the remaining amount is settled at the start of the tour
