The best of MOROCCO - Private
Day 1: Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! Make sure you arrive in time for your pre-departure meeting at 6pm. A transfer from Marrakech airport is included on arrival. Your first night will be spent in our pre-shipment hotel.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 2: Full day in Marrakech
After breakfast, our local guide will take us on a tour of the city's must-sees.
We start with a visit to the Bahia PalaceThis magnificent 19th-century palace, built by Morocco's Grand Vizier at the time, is a superb example of Moorish architecture.
We will then explore the souks and reach the famous Jemaa el-FnaThis is the lively heart of Marrakech, where snake charmers, musicians and storytellers mingle.
After lunch in a local restaurant, we will leave the medina and head for the Jardin Majorellecreated by Jacques Majorelle in the 1920s. We will also visit the Yves Saint Laurent Museumdedicated to the famous French couturier.
The afternoon will be free for personal exploration.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 3: Marrakech - Aït Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Rose Valley - Dades Valley
In the morning, we'll set off for the Moroccan High Atlasthrough spectacular landscapes to the village of Aït BenhaddouThis UNESCO World Heritage site is famous for having served as the backdrop for a number of films, including Gladiator, Prince of Persia and Game of Thrones.
Nearby is Ouarzazatenicknamed "Hollywood de l’Afrique du Nord"because of its film studios, where many international films have been shot.
We will then continue towards the Valley of the Rosesfamous for its Damascus roses and annual rose festival, before reaching Boumalne Dadès where we'll be spending the night.
Overnight in the Dades Valley.
Day 4: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga
We'll leave the Dades Valley with several photo stops to admire the panoramic views before reaching the Todra GorgesWe'll take a pleasant walk through the palm groves of the oasis.
After lunch en route, we continue on to the Sahara desertwhere we will be reunited with our team of camel-drivers.
A unique adventure awaits us: a camel trek across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. On the way, we'll admire the changing colours of the dunes in the sunlight.
After about an hour's journey, we will reach our Berber camp in the heart of the desert. You'll have some free time before enjoying a traditional Moroccan dinner accompanied by mint tea.
The evening will continue around a campfire with Berber music. An unforgettable night under a starry sky.
Overnight in a Berber camp in the desert.
Day 5: Merzouga - Fez
After breakfast and a shower in the camp, we'll set off for Fez, passing through Errachidia and the Ziz Valleyfamous for its palm groves and date production.
We will then cross the High and Middle Atlasseparating the desert from the rest of the country, before reaching FezMorocco's oldest imperial capital.
Overnight in Fez.
Day 6: Fez
A day dedicated to discovering Fezthe world's largest medieval medina. This fascinating city is home to 400,000 inhabitantsThere are no motorised vehicles, only donkeys and bicycles.
We'll visit tanneries, pottery workshops and various historical and cultural sites.
In the evening, we will have the opportunity to attend a dinner show with traditional dance, belly dancing and magic.
Overnight in Fez.
Day 7: Fez - Chefchaouen
After breakfast, we'll take the road to Chefchaouen, the famous "blue city" nestled in the Rif Mountains.
Chefchaouen is known for its streets and buildings painted blueThis creates a unique atmosphere conducive to photography. We'll stroll through the medina and the souks offering unique local handicrafts.
Dinner at a local restaurant before returning to our hotel.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Day 8: Chefchaouen - Rabat - Casablanca
In the morning, we'll set off for Rabatthe capital of Morocco.
On arrival, we'll have a guided tour of the cityincluding :
- The Royal Palacethe official residence of the king and the government.
- The Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed Vwhere the former King of Morocco is buried.
- The Kasbah of the Oudayasa historic fortress built to protect the town from European invasions.
After this visit, we will continue to Casablancawhere we'll be spending the night.
Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 9: Departure
If your flight is scheduled for later in the day, you can explore Casablancaincluding Hassan II Mosque and the Corniche.
An airport transfer is available at any time depending on your departure time.
