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Step into Morocco’s timeless beauty on the Best Morocco Imperial Cities and Desert Tour, 9-Day Private Adventure. Wander Rabat’s coastal kasbahs, lose yourself in Fez’s UNESCO-listed medina, and learn age-old pottery traditions with local artisans. Cross cedar forests and mountain passes to reach the golden dunes of Merzouga, where a camel trek and a starry Sahara campfire await. Journey through the cinematic landscapes of Todra Gorge and Aït Ben Haddou before ending in vibrant Marrakech, alive with gardens, palaces, and bustling souks. With private guides, curated cultural encounters, and hand-picked accommodations from Silver to Diamond tiers, this tour blends comfort, authenticity, and adventure, tailored for Canadian travellers.
- Accommodation: 8 nights in Silver, Golden, or Diamond category hotels (1 night Rabat, 2 nights Fez, 1 night desert camp, 1 night Ouarzazate, 3 nights Marrakech), with daily breakfast. The desert camp includes dinner. Additional included meals: 2 lunches (Fez, Marrakech tour), 1 hotel dinner (Ouarzazate).
- Transportation: Private transfers in Morocco (airport pick-up/drop-off and all drives between cities) in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Includes a 4×4 jeep transfer to/from the Merzouga desert camp and a camel ride in the Sahara.
- Guides & Activities: Local English-speaking guides for city tours in Rabat, Meknes/Volubilis, Fez, and Marrakech. All entrance fees include monuments and sites. Unique experiences such as the pottery workshop in Fez, camel trek in Merzouga, and horse carriage ride in Marrakech are part of the tour. Daily bottled water in the vehicle is provided, and all taxes and service charges are included.
- International airfare to/from Morocco.
- Entry visa fees (Not required for Canadian citizens staying under 90 days).
- Meals and drinks not specified above (most lunches and dinners are on your own).
- Personal expenses (e.g, souvenirs, tips, laundry, etc.).
- Gratuities for guides and drivers are not included – tipping is at your discretion.
- Optional add-on activities or excursions (e.g, hot air balloon ride, spa treatments, additional tours on free day).
Arrive in Casablanca. Meet your driver and transfer ~1 hour north to Rabat, Morocco’s seaside capital. Free time to relax on arrival.
Overnight in Rabat.
Morning tour of Rabat (Kasbah of the Oudayas, Hassan Tower & Mausoleum, Chellah Necropolis). Enjoy a mint tea break with local sweets by the river. Afternoon drive to Fez, stopping at Volubilis (guided tour of Roman ruins) and Meknes (see the grand Bab El Mansour gate and old royal stables).
Overnight in Fez.
Full-day exploration of Fez with a private guide. Wander the UNESCO-listed medina: visit the Bou Inania Madrasa, view the ancient University, see the famous Chouara tannery, and explore vibrant artisan souks and the historic Mellah (Jewish Quarter). A traditional lunch is included. Later, take part in a pottery workshop to learn Fes’s ceramic art firsthand. Afternoon is free to stroll or relax.
Overnight in Fez.
Journey south via the Middle Atlas mountains. Pass through Ifrane (a Swiss-like mountain town) and Midelt, then descend the Ziz Valley to Erfoud, gateway to the Sahara. By late afternoon, switch to 4×4 jeeps for an exciting ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes to your desert camp at Merzouga. Arrive by sunset. Dinner and music under starry skies.
Overnight in a Sahara desert camp.
Sunrise camel trek in the dunes. After breakfast, depart Merzouga. Drive westward, stopping to admire the towering red cliffs of the Todra Gorge. Continue through the Dades Valley and make a short stop in the palm oasis of Skoura. Arrive in Ouarzazate by evening, known as Morocco’s “Hollywood.”
Overnight in Ouarzazate.
This morning, optionally visit Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate. Then drive over the High Atlas via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass. En route, explore Aït Ben Haddou, a famous UNESCO-listed kasbah village (seen in many films). Arrive in Marrakech late afternoon. Evening at leisure to explore Jemaa el-Fnaa square or relax.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Guided tour of Marrakech: visit the lush Majorelle Garden, the historic Menara Gardens, and the exterior of the Koutoubia Mosque. Explore the bustling medina, winding souks filled with spices and handicrafts, and see landmarks like the Bahia Palace or Saadian Tombs. After lunch (included), enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride around the old city ramparts, ending at the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa square.
Overnight in Marrakech.
A free day to enjoy at your own pace. You can relax at your riad, shop in the souks, or choose an optional excursion (a cooking class, a spa hammam experience, a day trip to Essaouira, or the Atlas Mountains, we can arrange as desired). In the evening, consider a farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the medina.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Morning transfer to Casablanca for departure. (Time permitting, you may stop to visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, the country’s largest mosque, before your flight.) Catch your return flight from Casablanca Airport. Farewell Morocco!
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