A 7-day journey through the heart of Imperial Morocco, discovering historic cities, the golden dunes of the Sahara, Berber valleys, and iconic kasbahs. From Fès to Marrakech, passing through Meknès, Merzouga, the Dadès Gorges, and Ait-Ben-Haddou — a route designed for travelers who want to dive deep into Moroccan culture, between vibrant cities, desert landscapes, and mountain villages.
DAY 1
After breakfast at the riad, start your guided tour of Fès, one of the oldest and most fascinating imperial cities of the Islamic world. With an official guide, explore the Ville Nouvelle (Royal Palace, Jewish Quarter, and train station) and the UNESCO-listed Medina, a labyrinth of alleys and bustling souks. Visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, Al Karaouine Mosque, Attarine Madrasa, Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, Nejjarine Fountain, and the famous traditional tanneries. The tour ends at a ceramics workshop. Return in the afternoon. Overnight stay in riad.
DAY 2
After breakfast, depart for Meknès, the youngest of the Imperial Cities. Visit Bab Mansour Gate, El-Hedim Square, the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, the Bou Inania Madrasa, and the Andalusian Gardens. Enjoy a stroll through the souks, palaces, the Jewish Quarter, and the Dar Jamai Museum. In the afternoon, continue through the Middle Atlas mountains and cedar forests to Midelt. Arrival in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay in riad/hotel.
DAY 3
After breakfast, head south crossing Errachidia and the lush Ziz Valley, dotted with palm groves and red-mud villages. Continue to Erfoud, a desert town famous for its marine fossils. In the afternoon, reach Merzouga, a village located at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Free time to relax and soak in the desert atmosphere. Dinner and overnight stay in riad/hotel.
DAY 4
After breakfast, embark on a 4×4 excursion through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Visit nomadic families living in desert tents, followed by a stop in Khamlia, an African village famous for its live Gnawa music performances. Explore the abandoned but scenic Mifiss mines. Return to Merzouga in the afternoon and, at sunset, ride a camel to the Berber desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner under the stars with live Berber music. Overnight in a haima tent in the Sahara.
DAY 5
Witness the sunrise over the dunes, then have breakfast at the camp before riding back to Merzouga by camel. Depart towards the spectacular Todra Gorges, dramatic canyons carved into the red rocks, perfect for panoramic walks. Continue to the Dades Valley, known for its mountain landscapes, unique rock formations, and traditional Berber villages. Check-in at a local riad overlooking the gorges. Dinner and overnight stay in riad/hotel.
DAY 6
After breakfast, cross the Valley of Roses, famous for its production of damask rose oil and water. Arrive in Ouarzazate, a historic and cinematic city, with an optional visit to the Atlas Studios. Proceed to the legendary Ait-Ben-Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous film set for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. The journey continues over the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Arrival in Marrakech in the evening. Dinner at leisure and overnight stay in riad.
DAY 7
After breakfast, a full day dedicated to discovering Marrakech, also known as the “Red City” or “Pearl of the South.” Main highlights include the Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace, Saadian Tombs, Ben Youssef Madrasa, Koutoubia Mosque, Menara Gardens, and the famous Majorelle Gardens, with an optional visit to the Yves Saint Laurent Museum. Free time for lunch and a mint tea on a terrace overlooking the bustling Jemaa el-Fna Square. End of the tour in the afternoon.
• airport transfers (arrival and departure)
• pick-up from your hotel or riad
• Toyota Prado Land Cruiser / Mitsubishi 4×4 / minivan / minibus with air conditioning
• driver speaking Italian / French / English / Spanish
• fuel, tolls, and associated taxes
• overnight stays and breakfasts in traditional riads
• half board treatment as specified in the itinerary
• camel trekking experience
• 4×4 desert excursion by jeep
• sandboarding experience on the desert dunes
• flights
• lunches
• drinks
• tips (always appreciated)
• entrance fees to museums, monuments, parks, and archaeological sites
• optional travel insurance (recommended)
• anything not expressly mentioned in the “Included” section
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