8-Day Morocco Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Trekking Tour from Casablanca

Day 1: Casablanca Airport Pick-up to Imperial Rabat and Chefchaouen

Your private driver meets you directly at Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) or your hotel in Casablanca to begin your premium Morocco private tour. You will drive along the Atlantic coast to the imperial capital of Rabat to explore the coastal Kasbah of the Udayas (Oudayas), famous for its blue-and-white alleys, and marvel at the historic Hassan Tower. Following lunch, leave the coast behind and head deep into the Rif Mountains to arrive at the world-famous blue city of Chefchaouen, where you can stroll through the magical, color-washed lanes before settling into your boutique lodging for the evening.

Overnight: Riad Dar Echchaouen or Riad Cherifa (Breakfast Included)

Day 2: Chefchaouen to Volubilis, Imperial Meknes, and Fes

Depart the blue city after breakfast and travel south toward the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site where you can walk through remarkably preserved mosaics and grand arches. Afterward, continue to the neighboring imperial city of Meknes to marvel at the monumental Bab Mansour gate and the historic Lahdim Square. In the late afternoon, make the short drive to the spiritual capital of Morocco, Fes, to check into your luxury Moroccan riad for a relaxing evening.

Overnight: Riad Fes Mahal or La Perle de La Medina (Breakfast Included)

Day 3: Guided Fes Medina Sightseeing Tour

Meet your local expert guide for an immersive dive into Fes el-Bali, the largest living medieval medina in the world. You will wander the labyrinthine souks, witness the ancient art of leather making at the historic Chouara Tanneries, and visit the architectural marvels of the Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Qarawiyyin University. Afterward, you can relax and enjoy a free evening in the same boutique accommodation, spending your second night in the cultural heart of Morocco before your upcoming trip to the great desert.

Overnight: Riad Fes Mahal or La Perle de La Medina (Breakfast Included)

Day 4: Fes to Azrou Barbary Apes and Merzouga Sahara Desert Dune Line

Depart Fes and travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping first in the scenic alpine cedar forests of Azrou to see the wild Barbary apes in their natural habitat. Your scenic drive continues through the High Atlas foothills and along the dramatic Ziz Valley oasis as the landscape transitions into the rolling, golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Upon arriving at the gateway of the African Sahara in Merzouga, you will check into a charming hotel situated directly along the desert dune lines, allowing you to watch the sunset over the sand right from your accommodation.

Overnight: Dar Morocco or Auberge Takojt (Breakfast & Dinner Included)

Day 5: Sahara Desert Trekking: Merzouga to Wild Camping Experience

Awake early to a spectacular desert morning. Today marks the start of your deep Sahara Desert trekking adventure through the heart of the majestic Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Accompanied by experienced local guides, you will enjoy a raw, authentic walking trek lasting roughly 3 to 5 hours depending on your preferred pace. A dedicated camel caravan will carry all your heavy goods, camping gear, and necessary equipment seamlessly across the landscape. After a freshly prepared lunch amid the dunes and a beautiful sunset walk, you will arrive at your secluded wilderness spot for an unforgettable night of wild camping under a star-filled sky.

Overnight: Authentic Wild Desert Camp (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)

Day 6: Continuing Dune Trek to Luxury Sahara Desert Camp

Wake up to the absolute silence of the desert at dawn and enjoy a scenic breakfast. You will resume your Sahara Desert trekking journey, walking over the golden crests of the dunes for another immersive phase of the tour. A fresh lunch will be provided along the way as you navigate the deep desert landscape. By late afternoon, your trek brings you to a premier luxury desert glamping site tucked away in the dunes, where a warm traditional dinner and an authentic Berber music show around the campfire await you under the night sky.

Overnight: Tiziri Camp or Sahara Eden Camp (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included)

Day 7: Merzouga Desert Sunrise to Todra Gorges and Dades Valley

Wake up early for a panoramic Sahara desert sunrise over the high dunes before enjoying breakfast at your luxury camp. Leave the vast desert dunes behind and drive toward the jaw-dropping Todra Gorges where you can walk through the massive 300-meter-high limestone canyon walls, a hotspot for rock climbers and nature lovers. Afterward, continue along the iconic "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs" into the dramatic, winding landscapes of the Dades Gorge, where you will unwind and enjoy a tranquil dinner tucked away in the valley.

Overnight: Dades Paradise or Dar Blues (Breakfast & Dinner Included)

Day 8: Dades Gorges to High Atlas Mountains and Marrakech Drop-off

Depart the valley and cross the rugged High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n'Tichka mountain pass at an altitude of 2,260m, offering panoramic views of traditional Berber villages and ancient kasbahs. You will then descend into the vibrant "Red City" of Marrakech. Your driver will provide a private, seamless drop-off directly at your chosen Marrakech accommodation, bringing your unforgettable 8-day Morocco imperial cities and Sahara desert trekking tour to an official conclusion.