Private 9 Days Luxury Morocco Tour From Fes To Marrakech

Your journey begins in Fes, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural heart, where the ancient medina hums with centuries of history and tradition. After a warm welcome from your private guide, you’ll dive into the Fes Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site, wandering its labyrinthine streets filled with the scents of spices and the sounds of artisans at work. Visit Al Karaouine University, the world’s oldest continuously operating university, its intricate architecture a testament to Morocco’s scholarly legacy, and witness the centuries-old leather-making process at the Chouara Tanneries, where vibrant dyes and traditional techniques bring the craft to life. As the day winds down, unwind in one of Fes’s most luxurious riads, savoring the serene ambiance and exquisite Moroccan hospitality that sets the tone for the adventures ahead.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Stroll through the UNESCO-listed Fes Medina, a maze of history and culture.
  • Explore Al Karaouine University, a beacon of ancient learning.
  • Observe the vivid leather-making at Chouara Tanneries.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Riad Fes – Relais & Châteaux
  • Palais Amani
  • Riad Laaroussa
• Meals: Breakfast included

After a hearty breakfast in Fes, set out with your private guide toward Erfoud, a desert town steeped in fossil-rich history. Your first stop is Ifrane, often dubbed the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine charm, where European-style architecture and crisp mountain air offer a refreshing contrast to the journey ahead. Next, travel through the lush Ziz Valley, its sprawling palm groves and shimmering river framed by rugged cliffs, a serene oasis that captivates the eye. Arrive in Erfoud, famous for its ancient fossil sites, and settle into luxurious accommodations that blend desert authenticity with modern comfort, preparing you for the Sahara’s embrace.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Wander Ifrane’s cool, alpine streets, a Moroccan anomaly.
  • Admire Ziz Valley’s palm-lined beauty against stark mountains.
  • Arrive in Erfoud, a gateway to desert wonders and fossils.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Chergui Hotel
  • Palais du Désert
  • Kasbah Xaluca
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

Following a delicious breakfast in Erfoud, journey with your guide to Rissani, a bustling desert town where the market teems with life and the aroma of Berber Pizza wafts through the air, offering a taste of local culinary tradition. Continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, where the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi loom on the horizon, promising an unforgettable adventure. Upon arrival, settle into a luxurious desert camp, where the vastness of the Sahara unfolds before you, and spend the evening basking in the tranquility of this timeless landscape.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Explore Rissani’s lively market and savor Berber Pizza.
  • Reach Merzouga, stepping into the Sahara’s golden embrace.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury Desert Camp Merzouga
  • Scarabeo Desert Camp
  • Madu Desert Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

On Day 4, embrace a relaxed pace in the heart of the Sahara Desert, where the calm air and endless dunes invite serenity. After a leisurely breakfast, embark on a camel trek across the shifting sands, feeling the rhythm of the desert beneath you, or opt for a peaceful Sahara walk to soak in the stillness and majesty of the landscape. As evening falls, gather for a traditional music performance, where Moroccan melodies drift through the night, offering a perfect moment to unwind in your luxurious desert camp under a canopy of stars.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Trek by camel or walk through the Sahara’s tranquil dunes.
  • Enjoy a soulful traditional music performance at dusk.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury Desert Camp Merzouga
  • Scarabeo Desert Camp
  • Nomad Palace Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

Awaken early in your desert camp to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes, where the first light ignites the sands in a symphony of gold and amber. After breakfast, set out with your guide on a camel trek through the golden expanse, immersing yourself in the desert’s vast beauty, then visit Khamlia village for a Gnaoua music performance, its rhythmic drums and strings echoing the Sahara’s cultural richness. Return to your luxurious desert retreat, where the evening offers a chance to reflect on the day’s discoveries under the starlit sky.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Catch the Erg Chebbi sunrise, a golden desert awakening.
  • Experience Gnaoua music in Khamlia village’s vibrant setting.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury Desert Camp Merzouga
  • Scarabeo Desert Camp
  • Azawad Desert Camp
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

Depart Merzouga after breakfast and travel with your guide through the stunning Todgha Gorges, where dramatic limestone cliffs tower overhead, inviting a short walk to marvel at their sheer scale and snap photos of this natural wonder. Continue to the Dades Valley, a picturesque region where remarkable rock formations, including the “Monkey Fingers,” rise against a backdrop of a tranquil river and quaint villages. Arrive and settle into luxurious accommodations, enveloped by the valley’s rugged beauty, offering a peaceful night to recharge amid Morocco’s striking landscapes.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Stroll Todgha Gorges, dwarfed by its towering cliffs.
  • Discover Dades Valley’s unique rock formations and serenity.
• Accommodation Options:
  • Xaluca Dades Hotel
  • Hotel Chez Pierre
  • Auberge Panorama
• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

After a hearty breakfast in the Dades Valley, journey with your guide to Ouarzazate, a city steeped in cinematic lore, stopping en route at the fragrant Rose Valley, where rose fields and distilleries perfume the air with their delicate scent. Explore the Taourirt Kasbah, a beautifully preserved fortress showcasing traditional Moroccan architecture, then visit the famous Atlas Film Studios, where Hollywood blockbusters like Lawrence of Arabia were filmed amid desert sets. Settle into luxurious accommodations in Ouarzazate, where the evening offers a chance to unwind and savor the day’s blend of nature and history.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Wander Rose Valley, inhaling the scent of blooming roses.
  • Tour Taourirt Kasbah and Atlas Studios’ cinematic legacy.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Le Berbère Palace
  • Riad Dar Chamaa
  • Hotel Oscar

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

Following breakfast in Ouarzazate, set out with your guide for Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its ancient ksars and fortified villages, a timeless marvel of earthen architecture. Wander its narrow alleys, featured in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones, and climb to the hilltop for sweeping views of the arid landscape that stretch into the distance. After a day of exploration, settle into luxurious accommodations near Ait Ben Haddou, where the quiet beauty of the desert surroundings promises a restful night steeped in history.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Explore Ait Ben Haddou’s ancient ksars and cinematic fame.
  • Enjoy hilltop vistas over the sunlit desert expanse.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Ksar Ighnda
  • Dar Mouna
  • Riad Ksar Aylan

• Meals: Breakfast, Dinner included

On the final day, depart Ait Ben Haddou with your guide and travel through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, where the road climbs to the Tichka Pass, offering stunning views of jagged peaks and deep valleys that captivate the senses. Descend into Marrakech, the vibrant “Red City,” where the energy of its souks, palaces, and gardens marks a dynamic conclusion to your journey. Arrive and unwind in luxurious accommodations, reflecting on the nine days of adventure, or prepare for departure with Morocco’s vivid tapestry etched in your memory.

• Highlights of the Day:
  • Cross Tichka Pass, soaking in panoramic mountain views.
  • Arrive in Marrakech, greeted by its vibrant cultural pulse.

• Accommodation Options:
  • La Mamounia
  • Royal Mansour Marrakech
  • Riad Kniza

• Meals: Breakfast included