Day 1: Marrakech - Casablanca - Rabat

The journey to the imperial cities of Morocco begins! We will pick you up from your Marrakech hotel, riad, or the airport at approximately 8:00 am. Our first stop is Casablanca, where we will see the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, an architectural masterpiece and the second-largest mosque in Africa.

We'll then go to Casablanca's Old Medina, where you can stroll along the picturesque Corniche and meander through the souk. We will proceed to Rabat, Morocco's capital, in the afternoon, where we will check into a hotel and spend the night there.

Day 2: Rabat - Meknes - Volubilis - Fez

Following breakfast, we'll start a tour of Rabat, stopping at the magnificent Mohamed V Mausoleum, the Royal Palace (exterior), and the quaint Kasbah of the Udayas, which is well-known for its white-and-blue alleys.

We will then travel to Meknes, which is renowned for its imposing gates, palaces, and vibrant souks. Next, we travel to Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is the ancient Roman ruins.

We'll reach Fez late afternoon, where you can spend a restful night in your hotel.

Day 3: Exploring Fez

The goal of today is to explore Fez, the oldest imperial city in Morocco. Sites like the Weapons Museum, the Mellah Jewish Quarter, and the Merinid Tombs are all included in our guided tour.

A thorough exploration of the Fez Medina, one of the biggest and liveliest in the world, will be the highlight. Antiquated mosques, traditional tanneries, vibrant souks, and exquisite madrassas are all to be expected. We'll head back to the hotel following a rich cultural experience.

Day 4: Fes - Midelt - Erfoud - Merzouga

Following breakfast, we'll head south through Azrou's cedar forests, where you may see untamed Barbary macaques. We will proceed to Erfoud and, at last, the edge of the Sahara Desert after passing through Midelt and the picturesque Ziz Valley.

We'll mount camels and ride into Merzouga's golden dunes as dusk draws near. After arriving at the camp, we will have dinner and spend the night in a desert camp under the stars.

Day 5: Merzouga - Dades Valley - Todra Gorges

We'll get up early to see the sunrise over the dunes, which will be a moment to remember. We'll drive toward the breathtaking Todra Gorges, with their majestic cliffs and charming Amazigh (Berber) villages, after breakfast and hotel freshening.

We will check into a hotel for the night as our day comes to an end in the stunning Dades Valley.

Day 6: Dades, Skoura, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, and Marrakech

After breakfast, we'll travel to Ouarzazate, dubbed the "Hollywood of Africa," via the picturesque Road of the Thousand Kasbahs, which winds through Skoura's palm groves. We'll visit the renowned Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-recognized fortified village, where numerous well-known movies were filmed.

Our amazing journey will come to an end when we reach Marrakech at 6:30 p.m. after crossing the Tizi n'Tichka Pass over the High Atlas Mountains.

Accommodation

The following lodgings (or comparable ones) will provide you with double rooms:

• Rabat: Hotel Annakhil, Hotel Malak, or Des Ouidaias
• Fez: Hotel Across, Riad Ghita, or Riad La Perle de la Medina, Riad Dar Skalli or similar
• Merzouga:
  Standard Camp: Four people per tent, shared restrooms
  Maximum of five people per tent; private en suite bathroom with shower; premium camp (such as Azawad Luxury Desert Camp).
• Dades Valley: Hotel Babylon, Dar Essyaha, Hotel Panorama Dades or similar

Details for Pickup and Drop-Off

Start: Transportation from Marrakech (hotel, riad, airport, or main gathering place)
Final destination: Hotel or airport drop-off in Marrakech