Your Moroccan adventure begins in Casablanca, where you will explore key landmarks before heading to Rabat, the country’s political and royal capital. After a brief stop to discover Rabat’s cultural gems, continue to Fes. Here, delve into Morocco’s oldest city by visiting the Royal Palace, the historic Jewish Quarter, and other notable cultural sites. Highlights include the ancient Al-Qarawiyyin University, renowned tanneries, and the Mausoleum of Idriss. Spend the night in a traditional riad with dinner and breakfast included.

Cross the dramatic Atlas Mountains as you make your way to Azrou, famous for its nearby cedar forest and Barbary macaques. Continue to Midelt, a town known for its mineral wealth and apple orchards. Journey onward through the picturesque Ziz Valley to Erfoud, noted for its fossil industries, and then to the bustling market town of Rissani. Your day ends in Merzouga, where you’ll rest overnight at a desert hotel with dinner and breakfast.

Spend the day exploring the wonders of the Sahara. Visit Khamlia village, celebrated for its traditional Gnawa musicians originally from Sudan and Mali. Share lunch with a local Berber family in the desert, gaining insight into their lifestyle. In the afternoon, embark on a camel trek through the iconic dunes of Merzouga to reach your desert camp. As the sun sets, enjoy a Berber dinner accompanied by lively drum music around the campfire. Sleep under the vast desert sky in a comfortable tent.

Wake early for a camel ride back from the desert camp to Merzouga village for breakfast. Travel to Rissani’s vibrant souk, then continue to Todra Gorge, where you’ll hike along the towering canyon walls, marveling at the natural beauty. In the afternoon, arrive at Dades Gorge, known for its stunning rock formations, and spend the night in a local hotel with dinner and breakfast provided.

Begin your final day with a visit to a local film studio in Ouarzazate, often dubbed the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Continue your journey via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the country’s highest mountain road, enjoying panoramic views of the High Atlas. Arrive in Marrakech where your private tour concludes with farewells and transfer arrangements. This itinerary can be customized to suit your personal preferences and interests.