7 Days Desert and Imperial Cities from Marrakech

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – Welcome

Arrival in Marrakech, reception at the airport, and transfer to your hotel or riad.

Afternoon at leisure to relax or start exploring the city. Suggested activities include:

• Jemaa el-Fna Square

• The vibrant souks

• Majorelle Gardens

Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 2: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

Early departure crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with panoramic stops for photos and scenic views.

Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, followed by Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert. Optional visit to Kasbah Taourirt or film studios.

Dinner and overnight in Ouarzazate.

Day 3: Ouarzazate – Valley of Roses – Dades Valley – Todra Gorges

After breakfast, drive through the Valley of Roses and the famous Route of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing traditional Berber villages and oasis landscapes.

Arrive at Dades Valley and continue to the Todra Gorges, spectacular natural canyons ideal for short walks and photography.

Dinner and overnight at a hotel in the Todra area.

Day 4: Todra – Erfoud – Merzouga (Sahara Desert)

After breakfast, drive to Erfoud, famous for its fossils. Continue to Merzouga, in the heart of the Sahara Desert.

In the afternoon, enjoy a sunset camel ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Experience a traditional dinner, Berber music, and overnight in a desert camp (standard or luxury).

Day 5: Merzouga – Oasis and Return Towards Fez

Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast. Start the journey back to Fez, crossing the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and kasbahs.

Stops at Berber villages and Midelt, with its scenic mountains and valleys. Continue to Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco”, before arriving in Fez in the afternoon.

Dinner and overnight in Fez.

Day 6: Fez – Imperial City and Medina

Full-day guided tour in Fez:

Highlights include:

• Medina of Fez el-Bali, a cultural maze of historic streets

• Bou Inania Madrasa and Al Quaraouiyine University, the oldest university in the world

• Souks and artisan workshops for an authentic Moroccan experience

Dinner and overnight in Fez.

Day 7: Fez – Meknes – Volubilis – Marrakech (Optional Transfer to Fez or Casablanca)

Depart for Meknes, an imperial city known for its walls, gates, and palaces. Continue to Volubilis, the best-preserved Roman ruins in Morocco.

Return to Marrakech (or transfer to Fez/Casablanca depending on preference), concluding a 7-day tour filled with culture, history, and desert adventure.

Includes

• Private transport with professional driver

• Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

• 6 nights accommodation (hotels/riads + desert camp)

• 6 breakfasts and 6 dinners

• Sunset camel ride

• Overnight in the Sahara Desert with Berber music

• Local guide for Fez and cultural visits

• Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech

Does Not Include

• Lunches and drinks

• Monument entrance fees (except included guided visits)

• Optional activities (quad, buggy)

• Personal expenses and tips

Why Choose This Tour

• Combines desert adventure with imperial city visits in a single trip

• Authentic experiences in Merzouga and Erg Chebbi

• Cultural highlights in Fez, Meknes, and Volubilis

• Varied landscapes: Atlas Mountains, valleys, oases, and dunes

• Ideal for private, customizable tours

Book Your 7-Day Marrakech Desert and Imperial Cities Tour – The perfect way to explore Morocco authentically and fully.

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