Description:
Planning a trip to Morocco can be overwhelming, but with this private 5-day tour, you can relax and let us handle the details. Travel from Casablanca to the imperial cities of Rabat, Fez, Meknes, and Marrakech, and experience the Sahara Desert with a camel ride and an overnight stay in a nomadic camp. Enjoy guided tours, comfortable transportation, and four nights of accommodation with meals included.
Program Details:
Day 1: Casablanca – Fez
- Pick up from your hotel or the airport in Casablanca.
- Begin your exploration of Casablanca, the largest city and economic capital of Morocco. Visit the Hassan II Mosque, the Anfa district, the Park of Nations, and the Corniche boulevard.
- Continue to Rabat, the capital city, where you’ll visit the Royal Palace, the Kasbah of Oudaya, the Mausoleum of Mohamed V, and the Hassan Tower.
- After a day of sightseeing, head to Fez for an overnight stay in a hotel or traditional riad.
Day 2 & 3: Fez – Meknes – Ifrane
- After breakfast in Fez, take a trip to Meknes and explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy lunch in Meknes before returning to Fez for a full day of sightseeing.
- In Fez, visit the old medina (Fès el-Bali), the new medina (Fès el-Idid), and the Ville Nouvelle (French quarter). Explore the Jewish quarter (El Mellah), Plaza de los Tenidores, and the Spanish Mosque.
- Spend the evening at leisure and enjoy dinner at your hotel.
Day 4: Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Erfoud – Merzouga
- After breakfast, depart Fez and head towards the Merzouga Desert.
- Stop in Ifrane, known for its European-style architecture, then continue to Midelt for lunch.
- Travel through the Ziz Valley, a photographer’s paradise, before reaching Merzouga in the afternoon.
- Once in Merzouga, check in and prepare a small bag for your desert adventure.
Day 5: Merzouga – Alnif – Tazarine – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
- Wake up early to witness the stunning sunrise over the sand dunes of Merzouga.
- Enjoy breakfast, then ride camels back to the starting point.
- Begin your journey back to Marrakech, passing through Alnif, Tazarine, and Ouarzazate.
- Arrive in Marrakech in the evening, where your tour concludes.
Features:
Included:
- Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation
- Private transport (4×4 or mini-van)
- Professional driver speaking English/Spanish
- Half-board accommodation (dinner and breakfast)
- Standard hotel or riad stay
Not Included:
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
This 5-day tour offers a comprehensive and comfortable journey through Morocco’s imperial cities and the desert, providing a perfect balance of cultural experiences, scenic beauty, and relaxation.