Meals

Dinner as explained in Itinerary Breakfast

Transport

Usually we use either 4WD or small vans, depending on the availability and how many people are in the group.

Accommodation

All rooms in Guesthouses and Hotels are air conditioned and offer a private bathroom

Guide

Experienced English-speaking driver throughout tour. Local Tour Guide in Marrakech Local Tour Guide in Fez

Others

Camel Ride Sandboard Local Music in Sahara

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Day 1 Welcome In Marrakech Airport
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome In Marrakech Airport

Welcome to Morocco! As soon as you arrive in Marrakech, you’ll be greeted by our expert who will then arrange your transfer to a comfortable Riad. In other words, Marrakech is a veritable urban oasis filled with ancient souks, adorned by Moorish architecture and surrounded by majestic palm trees. There’s also the enchanting scent of spices and the famous traditional woven carpets, the whole flash To tour the Medina, it’s necessary to take covered paths that are relatively narrow and winding. Some places even have staircases and vaults. The market is full of worn woven carpets, pottery and parchment lamps. Vivid colors unfold as far as the eye can see, even reaching the top of the roof.

And when it comes to cultural tourism in Marrakech, there’s the Kotoubia mosque, as well as souks and a few palaces. After that, you’ll continue on your way to Gueliz, Marrakech’s newest district. If weather conditions are favorable and before nightfall, you’ll also have the opportunity to visit the Menara gardens. During your stay in one of Marrakech’s hotels, you’ll have the option of having both dinner and breakfast on the same day.
Day 2 Explore Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore Marrakech

After breakfast, it’s important to note that you’ll be starting this comprehensive guided half day city tour. Discover the rich culture of the city with its attractive pink walls as you explore the high arts, historic sites and shop for works of art. The Koutoubia mosque offers a panoramic view with its large square tower and visible copper globes. There are stores and markets to explore, as well as mosques and bakeries that are told in the tales of men and women. There are also wooden fountains. Afterwards, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Ben Youssef medersa, considered one of Africa’s greatest theological schools, and appreciate its magnificent Moorish architectural style. It stands like a sculpture representing the historic city of Almora, with sumptuous rooms and a vast garden where you can enjoy the moment to the full.

Jamaa El Fna square is the focal point of your second day’s excursion, where musicians, film-makers, snake charmers and people with performing monkeys gather. Second night’s stay in a hotel or Riad with a regular meal.
Day 3 Marrakech - Dades
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Marrakech - Dades

At dawn, we start our journey towards the Kasbah d’Ait Ben-Haddou, following the paths of the majestic Atlas Mountains. We’ll cross the Tizi-N’Tichka pass and then enter the picturesque valley, passing through charming Ber dwellings. You’ll be able to observe the remains of the Kasbah, which has been devastated by the mayor and the weather. When it was built, it was designed to house around 50 families, including their headman. This Kasbah has truly left its mark on the films that have been shot here. After your visit, enjoy lunch at the charming traditional hotel-restaurant of Ait Ben-Haddou.

Once you’ve finished eating, you’ll head on to Ouarzazate. There are other sights to visit from here, such as the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Studio, where the films The Mummy and Gladiator were shot. From Tinghir, it’s possible to continue by car to Boumalne Dades, passing through charming, traditional villages built of clay and stone, the Rose Valley where these magnificent flowers are grown and exported, and other farming areas in the south. It will take around 40 minutes by car to reach your Riad or hotel in Boumalne Dades. Depending on the night or the following day, this journey will take you past numerous clay houses and along the Dades Valley to your Riad.
Day 4 Dades - Merzouga
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Dades - Merzouga

To start the fourth day of your Private 11-day tour from Marrakech, you can enjoy a breakfast of your choice. Once you’ve finished breakfast, it’s time to explore the Todra Gorges in the town of Tinghir. Tinghir, also known as Tinerhir, is located in the south-eastern part of Morocco, more precisely in the Drâa-Tafilalet region. The town lies to the north of the Petit Atlas and to the south of the Haut Atlas. Tinghir is also the provincial capital of the region bordering Morocco and Western Sahara. Initially, it referred solely to the foothills of the Atlas Mountains; later, however, its scope of study was extended to the entire oasis and its related settlements. During your sightseeing tour, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Erg Chebbi, a Sahara desert. However, it is planned that you will stop for lunch at Toroge, an additional small village in the Drâa-Tafilalet province. Later overnight in Merzouga Hotel
Day 5 Explore Erg Chebbi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore Erg Chebbi

To capture the beauty of the sunrise in the middle of the desert, it’s essential to wake up early in the morning. Breakfast available. Finally, a driver will be waiting for you after your camel ride to take you to Merzouga. Our program for the day will be dedicated to exploring the Merzouga region. There are many wonderful places in the area: Stretches of desert sand, wild lakes, abandoned mining sites and places teeming with fossils find their place among the splendid oases that are suitable for virtually every kind of outdoor recreational activity.

When you arrive in Merzouga, your visit begins with an off-road excursion to an old, once-working kohl mine. Afterwards, we’ll pay a visit to the nomads who live in their hand-woven dwellings. You can understand how the ancient Berbers lived by listening to their music. Afterwards, you can visit the village of Khamlia, famous for its Gnaoua dance and music performances. Many of the immigrants living here are from sub-Saharan countries such as Mali, Sudan and Niger. To be precise, lunch will be cooked right on the spot. Afterwards, we’ll continue on our way through a Maul, a magnificent collection of palm trees. Shortly after covering several kilometers, you’ll have the chance to discover the wild Merzouga lake, better known as the pink flamingo lake. The tour includes Luxury Camp accommodation and dinner.
Day 6 Erg Chebbi - Fes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Erg Chebbi - Fes

In the morning, at around 4:30 a.m. to be precise, we’ll be there to wake you up to one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world. After that, you’ll be checked in at Merzouga to admire the majestic sand dune of Erg Chebbi. After spending the night at the guesthouse in Azrou, a charming Berber village in the heart of the Middle Atlas, you’ll start your day with a delicious breakfast before setting off for a pleasant walk in the surrounding woods. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to visit the village of Errachidia.

After meeting Errachidia, you’ll then pass through the Gorges du Ziz, carved out of volcanic rock, and cross the Tizi N’Talghamt pass to reach Midelt. After that, we’ll head for Ifrane, commonly known as the French Village or the Switzerland of Morocco. We’ll have the chance to do a photo shoot or simply enjoy a coffee before continuing our journey to Fez to spend the night in a Riad.
Day 7 Explore Fes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Explore Fes

Fez, which still preserves great evidence of the historical periods on its territory, is considered one of the oldest and culturally richest cities in Morocco. There are also many medieval structures, such as Fès el Bali, which has a population of over one hundred thousand and is now a car-free zone. The city is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After breakfast, there will be organized tours throughout the day of the city’s various palaces, mosques and medersas, as well as the famous tanneries and traditional markets. The city also preserves its originality through its arts, including products from the leather, textile and even pottery industries.

To familiarize yourself with the Moroccan way of life, you can rent a riad, which is a townhouse with a courtyard, or take a cooking class to learn how to prepare Moroccan dishes. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 Fes - Chefchaouen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Fes - Chefchaouen

After breakfast, you’ll set off for the very different northern Morocco to explore the local culture and way of life. Next, we’ll head for Volubilis, a World Heritage site where you can see the remains of the ancient Romans. We’ll then head to Meknes in the late afternoon. Meknes, known as the Ismailite capital, was established in the early 17th century thanks to the efforts of Sultan Moulay Ismail. He was also the founder of Morocco’s second imperial city. The blue city of Chefchaouen lies at the foot of the Rif mountains, also known locally as the “Cornes” of Chefchaouen. This Canon des Aghouat, also known locally as the “ancient castle”, was built from 1471 onwards by Moulay Ali Ben Moussa, a descendant of Mohammed.

The Spanish colonized Chefchaouen before it finally regained its independence in 1956. Chefchaouen is considered the blue city because of its organized structure. You can walk through its quarters and admire the bluewashing of the buildings, while discovering the local souks selling specific items.
Day 9 Chefchaouen - Casablanca
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Chefchaouen - Casablanca

After breakfast, you can head off to Rabat’s Hassan Tower. Built in the early 12th century, it’s one of the city’s must-sees. And don’t miss the Kasbah des Oudayas, an Andalusian fortress built in the 11th century, offering a unique panoramic view of Salé and the Atlantic Ocean. Before continuing with your visit to Casablanca, known as the economic capital of Morocco, you’ll start with lunch.

First, you’ll have the opportunity to discover the Hassan II Mosque, which is not only the second largest in the world but also one of the most magnificent structures Morocco has to offer. After that, I’ll show you the Place Mohamed V, once the seat of the colonial government but now the palace of Hassan II. Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 10 Casablanca - Essaouira
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Casablanca - Essaouira

We start the tour by a pick up from the airport, the port or your accommodation in Casablanca. The city is considered the economical center and the largest city in Morocco. Firstly, we will visit the Hassan II mosque the largest mosque in Morocco. It is located on the west coast of the city on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic ocean. later drive to Essaouira via the speed way, overnight in Riad
Day 11 Essaouira - Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Essaouira - Marrakech

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11 Day Imperial Cities Morocco Tour From Marrakech

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Itinerary of your trip 11 Day Imperial Cities Morocco Tour From Marrakech

Welcome In Marrakech Airport

Explore Marrakech

Marrakech - Dades

Dades - Merzouga

Explore Erg Chebbi

Erg Chebbi - Fes

Explore Fes

Fes - Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen - Casablanca

Casablanca - Essaouira

Essaouira - Marrakech

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