Essential Morocco 9 Days

Start/End : Marrakech to Marrakech (round trip)

Duration : 9 Days / 8 Nights

Highlights : Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Skoura - Dades - Todra Gorge - Merzouga - Sahara Desert - Fez - Meknes - Volubilis - Rabat - Casablanca - Marrakech

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The guests who have limited travel duration but wants to see the highlights of Morocco with Sahara desert in 9 days / 8 nights. Essential Morocco itinerary will fulfill your expectations. Please check details at below. Note: In this program, you will not see Essaouira and Chefchaouen.

2 nights in Marrakech
1 night in Skoura
1 night in Merzouga (Sahara Desert)
2 nights in Fez
1 night in Rabat
1 night in Marrakech

- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Medina of Marrakech.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ksar Ait Benhaddou.
- Visiting the Biggest Gorge of Morocco, Todra and beautiful Skoura Palm Oasis.
- Overnight stay at Luxury Desert Camp at Sahara Desert & Camel Ride.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Medina of Fez.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Historic City of Meknes.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Archaeological Site of Volubilis.
- Visiting UNESCO World Heritage Site, Modern Capital and Historic City of Rabat.
- Visiting the largest mosque of Africa, Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

Itinerary

Upon arrival in Marrakech, Morocco’s red city and its tourism hub, your private driver will greet you at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure. You may visit the Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square and wonder around souk bazaars in Medina.

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech
Included Activities
  • Arrival Airport Transfer
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day

Today, begin to unearth the secrets of Marrakech, starting in the medina, the old walled section of city that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at its architectural jewels, including the soaring Koutoubia minaret. Then, visit beautiful Bahia Palace, home to the grand vizier of Sultan in the early 19th century. Afterward, enjoy Jardin Majorelle, a picturesque garden created by French painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by design legend Yves Saint Laurent. Explore the Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech’s main square, which is filled with food stalls and vendors, along with fire-eaters, magicians, snake charmers and street musicians performing at every turn. You may also wish to wander the city’s fabled, labyrinthine souks.

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech
Included Activities
  • Guided Tour of Marrakech
Optional Activities
  • Cooking Class
  • Hammam & Spa
Meals Included
Breakfast

Leave the ochre-coloured city of Marrakech behind and head towards the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka pass and observing everyday life in remote rural villages. Afternoon, visit the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Ksar of Ait Benhaddou, one of the finest examples of South Moroccan architecture, boasting one of Morocco’s well-preserved kasbahs. Your journey continues via Ouarzazate, it is known as Hollywood of Africa, such as Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Star Wars having been filmed here. Today you will overnight in Skoura, is a fertile oasis lined with immense palm groves that provide great views of the Atlas Mountains. (Total distance: 250km / 4.5 hours driving)

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Skoura
Included Activities
  • Ksar Ait Benhaddou
Optional Activities
  • Atlas Film Studios
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner

Today, explore the famous Kasbah Amridil, then head towards the road of a thousand Kasbahs to Sahara Desert, en route passing through the dry, rugged Boumalne Dades. Todra Gorge known as the 'Grand Canyon of the Sahara', a massive trench that rises over 300 metres to form one of the most dramatic and breathtaking natural sights in Morocco. The limestone stacks make a perfect area for hiking, and so today you will take a short walk through the sheer cliffs. Late afternoon you will settle into the luxury desert camp in Merzouga. The stunning reddish-hued sand dunes can reach up to 150 metres high, creating an otherworldly landscape. Enjoy your camel ride around 45 minutes during sunset. Then, return to your camp for a traditional dinner before a campfire. Slumber tonight in comfort, as the sounds of the desert lull you to sleep. (Total distance: 325km / 4.5 hours driving)

Accommodation
  • Overnight at Desert Camp in Merzouga
Included Activities
  • Guided Tour of Kasbah Amridil
  • Todra Gorge short hiking
  • Camel Ride at Sunset in Sahara Desert
Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner

Today, leave the Sahara Desert behind and head towards the Fez. Ascending over the snow-capped Atlas Mountainsthe Atlas Mountains, you will drive along the Ziz Valley with giant palm trees, here is the largest date producers in Morocco. You will have your lunch at middle of journey in Midelt where is famous with apple production. Descending the Atlas Mountains, Ifrane, a beautiful ski resort, known as “Little Switzerland” and see the cedar trees and barbary apes. Overnight in Fez El Bali. (Total distance: 480km / 7 hours driving)

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Fez
Included Activities
  • See palm grove at Ziz Valley
  • See the cedar trees and Barbary apes
Meals Included
Breakfast

Begin the day by exploring Fez el-Bali (Old Fez), the cultural heart of Morocco. Founded in the 8th century by Moulay Idriss I, this imperial capital was a renowned center of medieval learning with its Al-Attarine Madrasa, Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Karaouine University. Stroll the lanes and souks of the labyrinthine old quarter, and visit the Blue Gate, the Nejjarine Square, the Tanneries. Also, see the Royal Palace and Jewish Mellah in Fez el-Jadid (New Fez).

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Fez
Included Activities
  • Guided Tour of Fez
Meals Included
Breakfast

Journey overland to explore Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to some of the best-preserved & impressive Roman ruins in North Africa. Your guide will escort you on a walk around 2000 year old ruins; the Capitoline Temple, Basilica, Roman Baths, Triumphal Arch, Houses & Palaces which adorned with beautiful mosaics. Upon completing this glimpse into antiquity, proceed to Imperial City-Meknes to explore the most beautiful gate of Bab Mansour, Royal Stables, Agdal Reservoir and Old Medina. Head toward to Rabat and visit Royal Palace - official residence of King, the Mohammed V Mausoleum, dedicated to the founder of modern Morocco. Then explore the Mauresque-style Hassan Tower and Oudaya Kasbah, along with its scenic Andalusian garden. (Total distance: 270km / 4 hours driving)

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Rabat
Included Activities
  • Guided Tour of Volubilis
  • Medina of Meknes - Bab Mansour Gate - Royal Stables
  • Rabat Royal Palace - Mohammed V Mausoleum - Hassan Tower - Kasbah of the Udayas
Meals Included
Breakfast

Casablanca is the largest metropolis and commercial hub of Morocco. This morning, you will visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque, the huge building is part on land and part on ocean and can accommodate 25,000 worshipers; its minaret stands as the tallest religious structure in the world. After shot walking at La Corniche, you will be back to ‘the red city’ Marrakech for overnight stay. Enjoy your leisure afternoon in Marrakech. (Total distance: 330km / 4 hours driving)

Accommodation
  • Overnight at a Boutique Riad or Hotel in Marrakech
Included Activities
  • Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque
Meals Included
Breakfast

Transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport. 

Included Activities
  • Departure Airport Transfer
Meals Included
Breakfast
Inclusions
Meals

8 breakfast, 2 dinner

Transport

Mercedes Benz VITO or Toyota Land Cruiser PRADO
included diesel & tolls & parkings with English speaking professional driver

Accommodation

8 nights (in hotel, riad, kasbah, desert camp) 

Included activities

Airport Transfers
Guided Tour of Marrakech
Guided Tour of Kasbah Amridil
Camel Ride at Sunset in Sahara Desert
Guided Tour of Fez
Guided Tour of Volubilis
Guided Tour of Hassan II Mosque

Excluded
Tip to driver, local guides, hotel and restaurant staff
Not listed meals on itinerary and all drinks
Personal Expenses
Optional activities

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Notes

Dear Guest, tour price will vary depend on these criterias;

The number of travellers in the group
The number of days in package
The standard of hotel required (please let us know your prefered accommodation expectations)
Room configuration
Children’s ages if applicable
High / Low season
The activities required
Starting and ending points
Airport Transfers required

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Dear Guest, we prefer to recommend boutique style hotels / riads / kasbahs for your ultimate comfort during your Morocco adventure. We choose elegantly restored riads, authentic kasbah hotels, luxury desert camps, eco-friendly hotels based on the following criteria: Authenticity, cleanliness, professional-hospitable staff, quality/price ratio and value for money.

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