Africa Tours

Morocco Imperial Cities

Duration7 days

LocationMarrakech & Fes

Group6 persons

Rating

Wander through Morocco's medinas, palaces and desert on this 7-day journey. Explore Marrakech, cross the Atlas Mountains to Fes, spend a night in a luxury desert camp at Merzouga and enjoy sunset over the dunes.

Marrakech palaces, gardens and the Djemaa el-Fna square
Fes medina, the world's largest car-free urban area
Sahara dunes at Merzouga and a luxury desert camp
Stays in traditional riads

A feast of colour and flavour for couples, friends and photographers. Day Safaris Adventures can fit the dates around your flights.

What's included

Airport transfers
Bottled water in the vehicle
Entrance fees to sites and museums in the itinerary
Government taxes and service charges
Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
Licensed local English-speaking guide
Private air-conditioned transport with driver

Not included

Anything not listed under "What's Included"
International flights to and from your home country
Lunches and dinners unless stated
Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, phone calls)
Tips and gratuities for guides and staff
Travel, medical and cancellation insurance
Visa fees and entry permits (unless stated)

7-day itinerary

A day-by-day breakdown of your adventure.

Day1

Arrival in Marrakech - Red City

Arrive at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK). Transfer to your riad in the medina. Evening walk through Jemaa el-Fnaa square to see snake charmers, storytellers, and food stalls.

Traditional Riad in MarrakechFull Board

Airport
Transfer,
Medina
Introduction,
Square
Experience

Day2

Marrakech - Palaces & Gardens

Morning visit to Bahia Palace, El Badi Palace ruins, and Saadian Tombs. Afternoon Jardin Majorelle (Yves Saint Laurent garden) and the new YSL Museum. Visit the souks for shopping (rugs, lamps, spices, leather).

Traditional Riad in MarrakechFull Board

Palace
Tours,
Garden
Walk,
Souk
Shopping

Day3

Marrakech to Fes via Atlas Mountains

Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260m). Visit Aït Ben Haddou (UNESCO fortress used in Game of Thrones). Continue to Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa). Arrive in Fes (8 hour scenic drive).

Riad in FesFull Board

Mountain
Drive,
Kasbah
Visit,
Filmmaking
Studio

Day4

Fes - Medieval Medina

Full day exploring Fes el-Bali (largest car-free urban area in the world). Visit the tanneries, Bou Inania Madrasa, University of Al Quaraouiyine (oldest university), and the Nejjarine Museum of Wood Arts. Watch craftsmen working with metal, wood, and leather.

Riad in FesFull Board

Medina
Walking
Tour,
Tanneries
Visit,
Craft

Day5

Fes to Merzouga - Sahara Camel Trek

Drive to Merzouga (7 hours) through the Middle Atlas mountains with cedar forests. Arrive at the Sahara Desert. Switch to 4x4 to your desert camp. Evening camel trek to watch sunset over the dunes. Berber drumming around the campfire.

Luxury Desert Camp (with private bathroom)Full Board

Scenic
Drive,
Camel
Trek,
Desert
Sunset,

Day6

Merzouga to Marrakech - Desert to City

Early morning camel trek to watch sunrise. Breakfast at camp. Drive back to Marrakech (9 hours) via the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Stop at Dades Valley and Roses Valley. Overnight in Marrakech.

Riad in MarrakechFull Board