9 Days Morocco Tour From Marrakerch

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – Discover the Red City

Upon your arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport, our friendly driver will greet you and transfer you to your riad or hotel in the heart of the Medina. Depending on your arrival time, begin exploring Marrakech, also known as the Red City.

Stroll through the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, where snake charmers, musicians, and street food vendors create an unforgettable atmosphere. Visit the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Majorelle Gardens, and immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and sounds of the souks.

🏠 Overnight: Riad/Hotel in Marrakech
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast included

Day 2: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

After breakfast, your Morocco adventure begins as we cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m), offering breathtaking views of Berber villages and scenic landscapes.

Our first stop is the world-famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an ancient fortified village featured in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After exploring the site, continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” where you can visit the Atlas Film Studios or Taourirt Kasbah.

We then drive through the Valley of Roses and along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to reach the Dades Valley, where you’ll enjoy dinner and rest in a charming riad or hotel.

🏠 Overnight: Dades Valley
🍽️ Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 3: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we continue our journey through the Dades Valley, heading to the spectacular Todra Gorge, where the cliffs rise up to 300 meters. You can take a short walk along the river and admire the towering walls of this natural wonder.

Our journey continues through Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud, known for their fossil workshops, before reaching Merzouga, the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Here, your camel trekking adventure begins. Ride through the golden dunes as the sun sets, painting the desert in magical colors. Upon arrival at your luxury desert camp, enjoy mint tea, a delicious Moroccan dinner, and an evening of Berber music and drumming around the campfire under a starry sky.

🏠 Overnight: Luxury Desert Camp in Merzouga
🍽️ Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 4: Explore the Merzouga Desert

Today is dedicated to exploring the Merzouga Desert and its surrounding villages. After breakfast at the camp, we visit the village of Khamlia, home to the Gnawa people, where you’ll enjoy their traditional African music.

Next, we drive off-road to meet Berber nomads living in the desert, learning about their simple yet rich lifestyle. Continue to explore the Mifis mines, Hassi Labied oasis, and Merzouga lake (seasonal).

After lunch in a local restaurant, you can relax at your accommodation or enjoy optional activities like quad biking, sandboarding, or watching the sunset over the dunes.

🏠 Overnight: Hotel or Camp in Merzouga
🍽️ Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included

Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Fes

After a magical sunrise and breakfast in the desert, we leave Merzouga and travel north through the Ziz Valley, one of Morocco’s largest palm oases. Stop for panoramic views of the valley and take beautiful photos.

We continue through Errachidia and Rich, reaching Midelt, a quiet town surrounded by mountains, where we’ll stop for lunch. Then, drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains toward Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital.

🏠 Overnight: Riad/Hotel in Fes
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast included

Day 6: Explore Fes Medina

Today is dedicated to exploring Fes, the oldest and most fascinating imperial city in Morocco. With your local guide, visit the Medina of Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through its labyrinthine alleys, bustling souks, and historic madrasas.

Highlights include the Bou Inania Madrasa, Al-Qarawiyyin University (the world’s oldest existing university), the Chouara Tannery, and the Royal Palace Gate. Learn about the city’s long-standing traditions of craftsmanship, education, and spirituality.

🏠 Overnight: Riad/Hotel in Fes
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast included

Day 7: Fes – Chefchaouen (Blue City)

After breakfast, we depart for Chefchaouen, the enchanting Blue Pearl of Morocco. Nestled in the Rif Mountains, this charming town is famous for its blue-painted streets, whitewashed houses, and relaxed atmosphere.

Wander through the narrow alleys, explore the Kasbah Museum, and admire the panoramic views from the Spanish Mosque at sunset. Chefchaouen offers a peaceful escape and a photographer’s paradise.

🏠 Overnight: Riad/Hotel in Chefchaouen
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast included

Day 8: Chefchaouen – Casablanca – Marrakech

After breakfast, we head south toward Casablanca, Morocco’s modern economic hub. Stop by the stunning Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, located right by the Atlantic Ocean.

After a short city tour and lunch, we continue our journey back to Marrakech, arriving in the evening. Enjoy a final evening in the Red City, soaking in its lively atmosphere and savoring Moroccan cuisine at a rooftop restaurant.

🏠 Overnight: Riad/Hotel in Marrakech
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast included

Day 9: Marrakech – Departure

Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Marrakech before we transfer you to the airport for your departure. Your 9 Days Morocco Tour from Marrakech ends with unforgettable memories of Morocco’s landscapes, traditions, and warm hospitality.

End of Tour

Highlights of the 9 Days Morocco Tour from Marrakech

• Explore Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Casablanca

• Visit the UNESCO Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou

• Travel through the High Atlas Mountains

• Explore the Dades Valley and Todra Gorges

• Enjoy camel trekking and desert camping in Merzouga

• Visit Berber nomads and experience Gnawa music

• Discover the Ziz Valley, Middle Atlas Mountains, and Ifrane

• Wander the Blue City of Chefchaouen

• Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca

What’s Included

• Pick up and drop off from your accommodation

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan

• English/French/Spanish-speaking driver-guide

• 8 nights in carefully selected riads, hotels, and desert camp

• Camel trekking experience in Erg Chebbi dunes

• Dinners and breakfasts as mentioned

What’s Not Included

• Lunches and drinks

• Entrance fees (optional visits)

• Personal expenses and tips