When you arrive at Casablanca International Airport, you are greeted and begin your journey with a drive through Casablanca. During your time in the city, you see the Hassan II Mosque, which is the largest mosque outside of Mecca. After visiting Casablanca, you continue onward to Rabat, the capital of Morocco.

Upon arrival in Rabat, you explore the medina, where you can visit the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Your visit also includes the Chellah, an ancient necropolis known for its minarets topped with stork nests, and you cross the river to the town of Sale. Sale is notable for its attractive setting and historical significance. The Chellah area was originally settled around freshwater springs, later developed by Phoenicians and Romans, and eventually became a necropolis for the Merenid dynasty’s sultans. The site features Roman remains and the distinctive tomb complex.

At the end of the day, you check in to your riad accommodation located in the heart of the medina for your overnight stay.

Rabat’s Chellah necropolis contains both Roman ruins and Islamic tombs, reflecting centuries of layered history in Morocco.

Guide: Included for the day

After breakfast at your riad, you set out along the coastline, traveling from Rabat to Tanger with a stop in Asilah. The drive follows the scenic shore, bringing you first to Asilah. Here, you have time to explore independently. Asilah is renowned for its annual art festival, which transforms the medina’s walls with murals painted by artists from around the world. You also visit the Skalla stronghold, a site offering wide views over both the medina and the sea.

If time allows, you continue on to Tanger for a drive through the city. In Tanger, you visit Cap Spartel, the Sultan's Palace, and the Hercules Caves. Your exploration includes a guided tour of the kasbah, the medina, and the souk. In the souk, you have free time to walk through the colorful, aromatic streets and shop for souvenirs.

You spend the night in a traditional Moroccan riad.

Asilah’s medina is famous for its ever-changing murals, making it a living gallery that attracts international artists each year.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Kenzi Solazur
• 4* Accommodation: Mnar Castle

After breakfast at your riad, you depart Tanger and travel to Chefchaouen, known as Morocco's "blue city." The journey brings you to a city nestled at the base of two mountains, distinguished by its whitewashed buildings with blue doors and windows. Chefchaouen’s architecture and atmosphere reflect the influence of Spanish rule and Moorish design, setting it apart from other Moroccan cities.

Upon arrival, you have the afternoon free to explore at your own pace. This time allows you to wander the town’s narrow streets, visit local shops, or relax and take in the unique setting on your own. Your overnight accommodation is in a riad.

Chefchaouen’s blue-painted streets are said to have originated from Jewish traditions and later became a symbol of the city’s tranquil character.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Riad Asilah
• 4* Accommodation: Lina Ryad & Spa

After breakfast in your riad, you begin your journey to Fes, traveling via Ouazzan and the Roman archaeological site of Volubilis. After several hours on the road, you arrive at Volubilis, a remarkably preserved Roman city dating back to 225 BC. Here, you take a guided tour to view the ancient mosaics and learn about the site’s significance during the Roman Empire.

Continuing onward, you reach Meknes, once the capital under Sultan Moulay Ismail. In Meknes, you visit Bab Mansour, the grand gate built by the sultan, as well as the granary and Sahrij Souani, which were used for irrigation and agriculture. Your exploration also includes the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.

After your time in Meknes, you travel by highway to Fes. Upon arrival, you check into a riad located in the medina for your overnight stay.

Volubilis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases some of the finest Roman mosaics in North Africa.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Riad Sara
• 4* Accommodation: Riad Salam fes

After breakfast at your riad, you begin a guided exploration of Fes, known as the spiritual city of Morocco. In the morning, you walk through the medina’s narrow alleys and visit sites of cultural and historical interest, including the Al Karaouine Mosque and University, considered the oldest university in the world. Your tour also includes the Medrasa Bouanania, the tanneries, and the Najjarine fountain.

Following lunch, you leave the medina to see the Royal Palace gate and stroll through the Jewish quarter, known as the Mellah. You then visit a pottery cooperative to observe traditional craftsmanship. Later in the afternoon, you are driven to one of the city’s fortresses for a panoramic view over the medina.

You return to your riad for the night.

Fes el-Bali, the old medina of Fes, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains more than 9,000 winding streets.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Riad Sara
• 4* Accommodation: Riad Salam fes

After breakfast at your riad, you begin your journey southeast toward Merzouga, traveling through Midelt and Errachidia. Your first stop is Ifran, often called “the Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine style and climate. Continuing through the Middle Atlas and Higher Atlas mountains, you pause at the renowned cedar forest, the largest in Morocco, where you may spot Barbary apes in their natural habitat.

Afterward, you proceed to Errachidia, observing how the scenery transitions toward desert landscapes. Lunch is taken in Midelt before you travel along the lush Ziz Valley, stopping at viewpoints to take in the expansive palm groves and valley vistas. The drive continues through Berber villages as you make your way to Erfoud and then to Rissani, the historic foundation of the current Alaouite royal dynasty.

By the end of the day, you arrive in Merzouga, where you are welcomed with a glass of mint tea before checking into your hotel.

The Ziz Valley is known for its extensive date palm groves and has supported agriculture in the region for centuries.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Hotel Café du Sud
• 4* Accommodation: Riad Azawad

After breakfast at your riad, you set out to explore the Merzouga area. Your first visit is with the Gnawa people, originally brought from Sudan, where you experience their unique music and learn about their way of life. Next, you drive into the desert to meet nomad families living in Berber tents and gain insight into their traditional lifestyle.

Lunch today is a local meal, berber pezza, shared with a local family. Later, you may visit the souk in Rissani, a traditional town significant as the origin of Morocco's ruling family and a historical caravan meeting point for traders traveling as far as Timbuktu.

In the afternoon, you begin your guided camel ride, led by an experienced camel handler, venturing into the sand sea of Merzouga. You spend the night at a desert camp equipped with flush toilets and have dinner at the camp.

The Gnawa community in Morocco preserves a rich musical heritage that combines African and Berber influences, often used in spiritual ceremonies.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Nomad Palace Hotel
• 4* Accommodation: Sahara Stars Camp

Early in the morning, your camel guide wakes you to witness the sunrise over the desert, a highlight of the Sahara experience. You then ride your camel back to the village of Merzouga, traveling through the ever-changing Erg Chebbi sand dunes as daylight grows.

After breakfast at your riad, you depart Merzouga and head toward the Dades Valley. Along the way, you visit the Todra Gorges, renowned as Morocco’s highest and narrowest gorges. After lunch within the valley, you have the option to take a one-hour hike through the surrounding fields. This walk includes a visit to an old mud village, opportunities to meet local residents, and a chance to learn about the region’s culture.

Continuing through the Dades Valley, you observe distinctive sand castles and the unusual rock formations called “monkey toes.” You end the day at your hotel, which overlooks the Dades Valley, for your overnight stay.

The Todra Gorges, with walls reaching up to 1,000 feet, are a favorite destination for both hikers and rock climbers in Morocco.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Dar Ahlam Dades
• 4* Accommodation: Auberge Chez Pierre

After breakfast, you set out from the Dades Valley, traveling along a route known as the “way of a thousand kasbahs.” This drive offers many opportunities to photograph the unique architecture and landscapes. You stop in Kalaat Mgouna, also called “the rose city,” where you can purchase rosewater, a local specialty.

Your journey continues to Ouarzazate, often referred to as “the Hollywood of Africa” due to its film studios and frequent use as a movie location. Lunch is taken at Ait Ben Haddou, the largest kasbah in Morocco and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This historic site has served as a backdrop for films such as Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator.

You then cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass at 2,260 meters, with a stop to learn about argan oil production at a women’s cooperative. By evening, you arrive in Marrakech and check in to your accommodation.

Ait Ben Haddou is an outstanding example of traditional southern Moroccan earthen architecture and is still home to a small number of families.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Riad & Spa Bahia Salam
• 4* Accommodation: Riad Palais des Princesses

After breakfast at your riad, you begin a guided exploration of Marrakech, known as the “Red City.” Your guide leads you to key sites of historical and cultural interest, including the bustling Jemaa El Fna square, the Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian tombs, the Bahia Palace, and the Ben Youssef Coranic School.

You have lunch at a restaurant near Jemaa El Fna square. In the afternoon, you visit the Majorelle Gardens, known for their distinctive blue buildings and lush plant collections, and then take a short tour of the new city area of Marrakech.

You return to your riad for your overnight stay.

Jemaa El Fna square has been a center of trade, storytelling, and public gathering in Marrakech for centuries and is recognized by UNESCO for its cultural significance.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Riad & Spa Bahia Salam
• 4* Accommodation: Riad Palais des Princesses

Leaving Marrakech after breakfast, you travel toward the Atlantic coast to the city of Essaouira. The route takes you through green valleys filled with orange groves, ancient olive trees, and working farms. Along the way, you stop in Chichaoua for a coffee or snack break before continuing toward the coast.

As you approach Essaouira, you pass the first argan trees, a species valued for its nutritive, cosmetic, and medicinal properties. These trees are now protected by UNESCO due to their endangered status and ecological importance. Upon arrival in Essaouira, you have time to explore the historic streets on your own, discovering the city’s unique blend of Portuguese architecture and Moroccan character. The city’s name, meaning “wall” in Berber, reflects its fortified design. You can imagine the centuries of trade and cultural exchange that have shaped this port city.

In the afternoon, you return to Marrakech, where you spend the night in an authentic riad.

Essaouira’s medina is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its well-preserved 18th-century seaport layout and multicultural history.

Guide: Included for the day

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

• 3* Accommodation: Riad & Spa Bahia Salam
• 4* Accommodation: Riad Palais des Princesses