9 Day Imperial Cities Journey:Marrakech, Fes, Rabat & Meknes
📅 Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech
Discover Morocco’s imperial cities, majestic mountains, and the Sahara Desert on this 9-day adventure. Travel from Marrakech to Fes while experiencing Morocco’s rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Highlights include Marrakech, the Sahara dunes of Merzouga, Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, Aït Ben Haddou, and the imperial cities of Fes, Rabat, and Meknes.
Program :
Arrive in Marrakech and check in at your hotel or riad.
Spend the day exploring the vibrant medina, Jemaa el-Fnaa square, and the colorful souks.
Overnight in Marrakech.
📅 Day 2: Marrakech → Aït Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley
Depart early in a private air-conditioned vehicle.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping for panoramic views.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aït Ben Haddou, a historic fortified village.
Continue to Ouarzazate, then along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to Dades Valley.
Overnight in a luxury hotel or riad with dinner included.
📅 Day 3: Dades Valley → Todra Gorges → Erfoud → Merzouga
After breakfast, visit Todra Gorges, a dramatic canyon with towering cliffs.
Continue through Erfoud, known for fossils and palm groves, to reach Merzouga.
Enjoy a camel trek to your desert camp in Erg Chebbi, experience sunset over the dunes, traditional Berber dinner, and music.
Overnight in luxury desert camp.
📅 Day 4: Merzouga Desert → Rissani → Ziz Valley → Midelt
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes.
Return by camel or 4x4 to Merzouga, then travel through Rissani and the scenic Ziz Valley toward Midelt.
Overnight in a comfortable hotel or riad in Midelt.
📅 Day 5: Midelt → Ifrane → Fes
Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains with stops in traditional Berber villages.
Visit Ifrane, “Little Switzerland of Morocco,” before arriving in Fes.
Check into a luxury riad in Fes. Evening at leisure.
📅 Day 6: Fes Guided Tour
Full day guided tour of Fes medina, including:
Al Quaraouiyine University
Nejjarine Fountain & Souk
Medersa Bou Inania
Traditional workshops and tanneries
Overnight in Fes riad.
📅 Day 7: Fes → Volubilis → Meknes → Rabat
Travel to Volubilis, the Roman ruins with mosaics and historical significance.
Continue to Meknes, Morocco’s imperial city, and explore Bab Mansour, Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, and local markets.
Drive to Rabat, the coastal capital, and check in at your hotel.
Overnight in Rabat.
📅 Day 8: Rabat → Casablanca → Marrakech (Optional)
Morning guided tour of Rabat:
Hassan Tower
Royal Palace
Chellah Necropolis
Kasbah of the Udayas
Optional transfer via Casablanca to Marrakech for your departure or extended stay.
Overnight in Marrakech or continue onward.
📅 Day 9: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for your departure or continue exploring Morocco independently.
Highlights
Imperial cities: Marrakech, Fes, Meknes, Rabat
Sahara Desert adventure: Erg Chebbi dunes, camel trek
Todra Gorges and Dades Valley
UNESCO World Heritage sites: Aït Ben Haddou, Volubilis
Traditional Moroccan culture, cuisine, and crafts
Included
Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver-guide
2 nights in hotels/riads (Dades Valley & Midelt)
2 nights in luxury desert camp (Merzouga)
3 nights in hotels/riads (Fes, Rabat, Marrakech if applicable)
Camel trek in Sahara Desert
Dinners and breakfasts
Guided tours in Fes, Rabat, Meknes, and Volubilis
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not Included
Lunches and drinks