Tangier, Chefchaouen, Fes, Merzouga Desert, Dades Valley, Aït Ben Haddou, Marrakech
Upon arrival in Tangier, meet your private driver and travel directly through the scenic Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen. Arrive in the afternoon and explore the charming blue-painted streets, local artisan shops, and tranquil squares. Visit the kasbah and enjoy panoramic views as the soft mountain light enhances the city’s iconic blue hues.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen for the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore ancient mosaics and arches before continuing to Meknès, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, to admire Bab Mansour Gate and the historic medina. Arrive in Fes in the evening and check into your traditional riad.
Overnight in Fes.
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart. Explore the medieval medina, vibrant souks, Al-Qarawiyyin University, Attarine Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, and the famous leather tanneries. Stop at panoramic viewpoints overlooking the old city.
Overnight in Fes.
Depart Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland,” and continue through the cedar forests of Azrou, home to Barbary macaques. Cross the scenic Ziz Valley before arriving in Merzouga. Enjoy a camel trek at sunset and an evening of Berber music, dinner, and stargazing at your desert camp.
Overnight in Merzouga Desert Camp.
Wake early for a magical desert sunrise. After breakfast, travel via Rissani and Erfoud to Todra Gorge, with its towering canyon walls and clear river. Enjoy a relaxing walk before continuing along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to Dades Valley.
Overnight in Dades Valley.
After breakfast, drive through Ouarzazate and visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying breathtaking scenery and photo stops along the way. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon, marking the end of your Moroccan adventure.
