9-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech to Chefchaouen

After a delicious breakfast, leave Marrakech at 8:00 AM in private air-conditioned transport. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m), stopping at Ait Barka Village for photos and an optional meal. Enjoy stunning views from the pass before arriving at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the kasbah with a local guide, then savor a gourmet lunch. Continue through Rose Valley and Skoura’s palm groves to Dades Valley, and stay overnight in a traditional auberge with private rooms and meals included.

After a traditional Moroccan breakfast, leave Dades Valley at 8:00 AM along the Way of a Thousand Kasbahs, a historic trade route. Visit Tinghir, known for its Berber-Jewish quarter and palm groves, then hike for 2 hours in Todgha Gorges, famous for its towering cliffs. Enjoy a gourmet lunch before driving to Erfoud, known for fossils, and Merzouga, a Saadian-era village. At sunset, ride camels for 90 minutes across Erg Chebbi dunes to a luxury desert camp. Enjoy a gourmet dinner, drum under the stars, and sleep comfortably in private nomad tents.

Wake early in Merzouga to climb the dunes and watch a stunning sunrise, echoing the 7th-century Arab conquest. After a gourmet breakfast and refreshing hot shower, ride camels back to Merzouga town. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle through the historic Ziz Valley oasis and Errachidia to Midelt, known for the 1917 Battle of El Herri. Stop in Ifrane, a 1929 French-era alpine village called “Morocco’s Switzerland,” then visit Cedar Forest near Azrou to see Barbary apes linked to ancient traditions. Arrive in Fes, founded in 789 CE, and settle into a luxury riad with private suites, courtyards, and spa amenities for a comfortable stay.

After breakfast, spend the day exploring Fes el Bali, a historic medina from the 9th century. Your local guide will take you to see the Royal Palace gate, the old Jewish quarter called Mellah, the beautiful Medresse el Attarine school, the traditional Tanneries where leather is dyed, and Fondouk Nejjarine, an old inn now a museum. Walk through busy markets full of spices, copper items, and handmade crafts. Enjoy a tasty lunch with special menu options, then return to your comfortable riad to relax and enjoy the evening.

After a delicious breakfast, leave Fes at 8:00 AM in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. Travel through the Rif Mountains, home to ancient Berber communities. Arrive in Chefchaouen, the famous blue city founded in 1471 by exiles from Spain. Spend about 3 hours exploring its blue-painted medina, visiting Uta el-Hammam square, the kasbah, and local artisan shops. 

After a delicious breakfast, leave Chefchaouen in a private, air-conditioned vehicle and head to Rabat, Morocco’s capital since the French protectorate began in 1912. Spend about 3 hours exploring Hassan Tower, a historic Almohad minaret started in 1195 but left unfinished after 1199, with a knowledgeable local guide. Then continue to Casablanca, a Berber port city founded in the 7th century and transformed during the French colonial period. Visit the stunning Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993 and home to the world’s tallest minaret. Enjoy a gourmet lunch with personalized menus, then settle into a luxury oceanfront hotel featuring elegant suites, fine dining, and spa services for your comfort and privacy.

After a tasty breakfast, enjoy some free time in Marrakech to soak in the lively atmosphere or visit local artisan shops. When it’s time to leave, a private driver will take you to Marrakech-Menara Airport in a comfortable, air-conditioned car. This transfer is planned to match your flight schedule, ensuring a smooth and safe trip. For booking or any changes, please contact the reservation team. Your luxury Morocco tour ends with lasting memories of Marrakech’s special charm.