Day 1: Casablanca

On Day 1, the driver will pick you up from your hotel, and we’ll take you to Casablanca’s main attractions, including Hassan II Mosque and the old medina. We’ll stay there overnight.

Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen

On Day 2, we’ll hit the road for the nearby city of Rabat, the capital of Morocco. There are several historic landmarks to see here, such as the Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, and the Chellah. At the end of the afternoon, we’ll go Chefchaouen, aka “The Blue City,” and check in to the accommodation.

Day 3: Chefchaouen – Fes

Today we’ll explore the blue and white medina of Chefchaouen. Then we continue to Fes to stay overnight.

Day 4: Sightseeing in Fes

Because there is so much to see here, Day 4 is dedicated to Fes. We will spend most of the day in the city’s ancient medina, “Fes el Bali.” Not only is it one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites, it also contains what is believed to be the oldest university in the world, the University of Al-Karaouine. We will spend the night in Fes and leave in the morning after breakfast.

Day 5: Fes – Merzouga Desert

Day 5 is a busy day. It is a long drive from Fes to Merzouga, but we’ll make several short 20-minute or so stops along the way. The first stop will be at Ifrane, also known as “the Switzerland of Morocco.” It is a very small town but so unique for its architecture and cold climate. The next stop is at Azrou’s cedar forest, famous for the presence of Barbary apes. If we’re lucky, the apes will be around, and you’ll have the chance to feed them by hand. We’ll also stop at Midelt and Errachidia. And we’ll pass by the gorgeous Ziz Valley on our way to see fossils in Erfoud. Our last stop will be at Rissani to do some shopping at the souk.

We’ll briefly stop at Sahara Desert Hotel for a cup of tea. Then we’ll cross the desert dunes of Erg Chebbi by camel to go to our camp. We will have a beautiful evening watching the desert sunset and enjoy Berber dinner and music by the campfire at our luxury camps.

Day 6: Camel trekking to desert camp and 4×4 tour

On day 6, we’ll enjoy a desert excursion in Merzouga with a local guide. We’ll visit Khamlia village and a Nomad museum in the village of Hassilabie. Finally, we’ll head back to our camp via camel. We’ll cross the desert dunes and enjoy the Saharan sunset. As always, we’ll enjoy Berber dinner and music by the campfire and sleep in the tents of our luxury camps.

Day 7: Merzouga Desert – Todra  Gorges – Dadès Gorges

On day 7, we’ll wake up early in the morning to watch the desert sunrise. Then we’ll drive towards Tinghir to explore the nearby Todra Gorges, a narrow canyon famous among rock climbers. We’ll continue driving until we reach Dadès valley, where we will have dinner and stay overnight.

Day 8: Dadès Gorges – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

On day 8, we’ll explore the Valley of Roses, go sightseeing in Ouarzazate, and explore the UNESCO kasbahs of Ait Benhaddou in a guided tour. We’ll finish our tour in Marrakech after crossing the High Atlas Mountains, where we will stay overnight.

Day 9: Sightseeing in Marrakech

On day 9, we’ll see the main sights and monuments in a guided tour of Marrakech. We’ll explore the medina, souks, and of course, Jemaa El-Fnaa, a vibrant hub of bric-a-brac stalls, musicians, storytellers, fortune-tellers and snake charmers that never seems to rest.  Then we’ll walk around Koutoubia Mosque, Marrakesh’s most famous landmark with its striking 70m tall minaret visible for miles in every direction. We’ll also visit Medersa Ben Youssef, the largest theological college in Morocco, and the Saadian Tombs, a 16th century burial ground home to 66 members of the Saadian dynasty, which ruled over Marrakesh between 1524 and 1668. We’ll have dinner and stay overnight.

Day 10: Marrakech – Essaouira

Today, we will drive 3 hours to the beautiful coastal city of Essaouira, also known as “Mogador.” Essaouira is well-known for its chill vibe, unique colors, architecture and blend of cultures that make it one of the most beautiful cities in Morocco. We’ll stay there overnight.

Day 11: Essaouira – Marrakech

Today we drive back to Marrakech and stay overnight.

Day 12: Free Day in Marrakech or Optional Excursion to Ourika Valley

After breakfast, you have two choices. You may visit Ourika Valley in the Atlas Mountains, which is a very popular day excursion from Marrakech. Or if you prefer, you can stay in Marrakech and have a free day of independent exploring. We will stay there overnight.

Day 13: Marrakech to Casablanca

Free day and our private driver will transport you to the airport in Casablanca.

*NOTE: All accommodations during the tour are organized by us. We usually stay in beautiful, traditional riads or hotels to give you the most authentic Moroccan experience. All of them include breakfast and dinner.

 Services included in price:

• Tour in 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C
• Driver/Guide
• Fuel
• Hotel overnight stays (breakfast & dinner included)
• Camel ride
• 1 night in desert camp

 Not included:

• Beverages
• Lunch

NOTE: If you want to modify this tour, let us know , and we can create together an itinerary that suits your needs. Contact us for more info. Bivouacmerzougaexperience@gmail.com