Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by your guide and depart for Chefchaouen, passing through the Rif Mountains and Tetouan. Chefchaouen, known as the “Blue Pearl,” will amaze you with its buildings, doors, and streets painted in various shades of blue. This sacred city, once closed to foreigners, has recently become a charming and lesser-known tourist destination.
In the heart of the old town, Outa-el-Hammam Square hosts the Tarik-Ben-Ziad Mosque, famous for its octagonal minaret inspired by Seville’s Torre de Oro, and a historic fortress. The new town, located lower down, offers an interesting contrast with the blue medina. In the evening, you will continue to Fes, where you will spend the night in a riad or hotel. Dinner and overnight included.
Fes, one of the oldest and most prestigious imperial cities of Morocco, is the cultural and spiritual heart of the country. Located in a fertile valley at about 350 meters above sea level, the city is famous for its Medina, a maze of alleys and markets reflecting the essence of the Islamic world.
After breakfast, you will begin exploring the city with a knowledgeable guide and driver. Fes is divided into three main areas: the New City, developed from the 1200s and home to the station, the Royal Palace, and the Jewish quarter; the Medina, the historic heart with its labyrinthine streets and markets; and the Ville Nouvelle, the modern area with restaurants and cafés.
You will visit historical and cultural highlights such as the Bou Inania Madrasa, Al Karaouine Mosque (not accessible to non-Muslims), Attarine Medersa, Najjarine Square with its splendid decorated fountain, the Mausoleum of Moulay Idriss, and the Merenid tombs. You will also explore Fes’s famous tanneries and a ceramics factory. In the afternoon, you’ll return to the riad or hotel for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, you will depart for Merzouga, passing through Azrou, where you can observe Barbary monkeys living in the cedar and oak forests. You’ll continue toward Ifrane, known as the “Little Switzerland” for its mountainous landscape and alpine architecture, situated over 1,700 meters above sea level. You’ll cross the scenic Ziz Valley, characterized by breathtaking landscapes.
In the afternoon, you’ll arrive in Merzouga and take a short break at your riad or hotel. Before sunset, you will ride camels to reach the Berber tents, known as “Haima,” in the heart of the desert. Here, under a starry sky, you will enjoy a traditional dinner and immerse yourself in Berber music, played with drums. You’ll spend the night in the tented camp, surrounded by the magic of the desert.
Wake up at dawn to admire the enchanting sunrise over the desert dunes. After the morning spectacle, you will return to the riad on camelback, where you can enjoy breakfast and refresh with a hot shower.
After a short rest, you will depart for Erfoud, the “city of fossils” at the edge of the desert, known for its rich fossil stone heritage. You will then continue to the spectacular Todra Gorges before arriving in the Dades Valley. Here, a dinner and overnight stay at a riad await you.
After breakfast, you will head toward the Dades Valley, passing through the Valley of Roses, known for cultivating damask roses used in cosmetics. You will visit the stunning Dades Gorges and then continue to Ouarzazate, a former French military and administrative center, now famous for the Atlas Film Corporation Studios, Morocco’s “Cinecittà.”
You will make a brief stop at the Aït Ben Haddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site, before crossing the majestic High Atlas Mountains. The Tizi n’Tichka pass, at 2,260 meters in altitude, is the highest point of the route. You will arrive in Marrakech in the evening, with free time for dinner and an overnight stay in a riad.
After breakfast, you will start your guided exploration of Marrakech, the most significant of the four imperial cities of Morocco, located at the foot of the majestic Atlas Mountains. Known as the “Pearl of the South” and the “Red City” for its red stone and sand buildings, Marrakech is a treasure trove of Moroccan architecture. Your visit will begin with the Bahia Palace and continue with other iconic landmarks of Marrakech.
After breakfast, you will depart for Essaouira, formerly known as Mogador, about 190 km from Marrakech. Enjoy a free day to explore this charming coastal city, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage Medina. Essaouira is known for its fortress, white walls, and relaxed atmosphere with a European touch. The city, constantly kissed by ocean breezes, is a paradise for windsurfing and kitesurfing enthusiasts.
We recommend strolling through the artisan shops, visiting the bustling harbor with its shipyards and fish market, and enjoying a fresh seafood lunch near the pier. The evening is free for further exploration or relaxation. Overnight in a riad.
After breakfast, you will head to Rabat, the capital of Morocco, located along the Atlantic coast. Rabat is a modern city and the main hub for Moroccan government, cuisine, and architecture.
The medina of Rabat, with its cobbled streets and art galleries, offers a picturesque atmosphere and a rich local craftsmanship experience. Among the recommended sites to visit are the Hassan Tower, an imposing minaret that was intended to be the tallest in the world but was interrupted by the 1755 earthquake. Opposite stands the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, housing the remains of the king and his two sons. The evening is free for further exploration or relaxation. Overnight in a riad.
After breakfast, you will depart for Asilah, a picturesque fortified town located on Morocco’s northwestern tip, 42 km south of Tangier. Founded by the Phoenicians as a trading port around 1500 BC, Asilah resembles the Greek islands with its white buildings and flower-filled streets.
During your visit, you’ll explore the Portuguese bastions, ancient gates, and the elegant Islamic and Andalusian-style buildings in the medina. Asilah is also known for its long, golden sandy beaches. Free evening for dinner and overnight in a riad.
After breakfast, you will depart for Tangier, marking the end of our services.
