Camel trekking in the Sahara desert dunes of Merzouga during sunset on a 3-day tour from Marrakech

Best time to visit Marrakech with sunny weather and views of the Atlas Mountains

Ait-Ben-Haddou, Ksar or fortified village in Ouarzazate province, Morocco. Prime example of southern Morocco architecture.

Tour Details

Discover the very best of Morocco on this 12-day grand tour, carefully crafted to take you from the vibrant streets of Marrakech through ancient kasbahs, golden Saharan dunes, imperial cities, and the legendary blue medina of Chefchaouen.Traveling in a private vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide, you will explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, taste authentic Moroccan cuisine, sleep in carefully selected riads and a luxury desert camp, and experience the warm hospitality that makes Morocco one of Africa's most unforgettable destinations.This tour covers Morocco's most iconic highlights: Marrakech, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Todra Gorges, Merzouga Desert, Fes, Volubilis, Meknes, Chefchaouen, Tetouan, Tangier, and Rabat.

Departure:

Pickup is available from: Hotels in Marrakech • Riads inside the Medina (or nearest accessible point) | Pickup time: 08:00 AM

Destination:

Grand Tour of Morocco – Marrakech, Sahara, Fes, Chefchaouen, Tangier, Rabat

Tour Plan

Start and end in Marrakech. This 12-day private tour takes you through Morocco's most celebrated landscapes and imperial cities — from the red walls of Marrakech to the golden dunes of the Sahara, the spiritual heart of Fes, the breathtaking blue medina of Chefchaouen, and the cosmopolitan port of Tangier.Traveling with a private driver-guide, you will cross the High Atlas via Tizi n'Tichka, explore ancient kasbahs, ride camels at sunset in the Sahara, walk through UNESCO-listed medinas, and discover Roman ruins at Volubilis. All accommodation, ground transportation, and guided sightseeing are included.

Destination

Arrival in Marrakech | Gateway to the Red City

Arrive at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK). Private pick-up and transfer to the hotel. Check in and time to relax after the flight. Evening pick-up for dinner at a local restaurant, then return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight: Villa Les Oranger, Marrakech

Marrakech City Sightseeing & Family Evening

After breakfast, pick up at 09:30 for a guided city sightseeing tour of Marrakech. Explore the historical heart of the city: the Medina, Koutoubia Mosque (exterior), Bahia Palace, and colorful souks. Lunch at a local restaurant. After the walking tour, return to the riad for rest. Evening pick-up for dinner, then transfer back to the riad.

Overnight: Villa Les Oranger, Marrakech

Across the High Atlas to Ouarzazate | Kasbahs & Cinema Legends

After breakfast, departure at 09:00 toward the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Scenic stops along the way to admire panoramic landscapes. Arrival at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah for a guided walking tour. Lunch near the kasbah. Continue to Ouarzazate and visit the famous Atlas Movie Studios.

Dinner & Overnight: Riad Chamaa, Ouarzazate

From Valleys to the Sahara | Journey to Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, departure at 08:30. Drive through scenic villages toward the Tinghir Oasis and Todra Gorges for a guided walk inside the impressive canyon. Lunch en route. Continue toward Erfoud with an optional fossil workshop visit. Late afternoon arrival in Merzouga. Switch to a 4×4 for an off-road drive across the dunes, followed by a camel ride at sunset. Traditional dinner, Berber music around the campfire, and stargazing under the Sahara sky.

Overnight: Luxury Desert Camp, Merzouga

From the Sahara to Fes | Desert to Imperial City

Early breakfast at the camp. Departure toward Fes, passing through the Ziz Valley, palm groves, and Mid-Atlas landscapes. Stop for lunch en route. Continue through Ifrane — the “Little Switzerland of Morocco” — and the cedar forests of Azrou. Evening arrival in Fes and transfer to the riad.

Overnight: Riad Semlalia, Fes

Fes Guided City Tour | Spiritual & Cultural Capital

After breakfast, a full-day guided sightseeing tour of Fes. Explore Fes el-Bali Medina (UNESCO World Heritage Site): Al Quaraouiyine University, Bou Inania Madrasa, Nejjarine Fountain, and the traditional tanneries. Lunch inside the medina. Afternoon visit to the Jewish Quarter (Mellah) and a panoramic viewpoint over the city.

Overnight: Riad Semlalia, Fes

Roman Ruins & Imperial Cities | Toward the Blue Pearl

After breakfast, departure for northern Morocco. Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Continue to Meknes for a car-tour visit of Bab Mansour and El Hedim Square. Lunch along the way. Afternoon drive through the Rif Mountains. Arrival in the blue city of Chefchaouen and check-in at the riad.

Overnight: Riad Lalla Ghayta, Chefchaouen

From the Blue City to the Strait | Tetouan & Tangier

After breakfast, departure from Chefchaouen. Stop in Tetouan — a charming Andalusian-influenced city — for a short visit to the medina and main squares. Continue the journey toward Tangier, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. Arrival and check-in at the hotel.

Overnight: Riad Hotel El Manzah, Tangier

Tangier City Sightseeing | Where Africa Meets Europe

After breakfast, a guided city sightseeing tour of Tangier. Visit Cap Spartel, the Hercules Caves, and panoramic viewpoints over the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. Explore the Kasbah and old medina. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time in the afternoon to explore at leisure.

Overnight: Riad Hotel El Manzah, Tangier

Rabat City Tour | The Capital of Morocco

After breakfast, departure for Rabat. Guided sightseeing tour including the Royal Palace (exterior), Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas. Lunch during the visit. Check in at the riad in Rabat.

Overnight: Riad El Miraaj, Rabat

Return to Marrakech | Kasbah Stay & Evening Carriage Ride

Morning departure from Rabat. Arrival in Marrakech around midday. Check in at Riad Zehra, located in the historic Kasbah neighborhood. Second part of the Marrakech guided sightseeing, completing areas not covered earlier. In the evening, enjoy a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through the city.

Overnight: Riad Zehra, Marrakech

Departure | End of the Journey

After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport according to the flight schedule.