Imperial Cities and Sahara: The Essential Grand Tour of Morocco

Arrival: welcome and transfer to your hotel.

Afternoon: first contact with Marrakech at 4:00 PM. Immersion in the unique atmosphere of the Jamaâ El Fna square and exploration of the colorful souks.

Evening: return to the hotel, dinner and overnight at the Zalagh Kasbah Hotel & Spa (or similar).

Morning: Departure at 8:30 AM by bus to Casablanca (approx. 3h drive).

Noon: Arrival in the economic capital and start of the visits.

Discovery: City tour including the Place des Nations Unies, the Place Mohamed V, and the boulevard de la Corniche.

Highlight: Photo stop in front of the majestic Hassan II Mosque, an architectural feat built over the ocean.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at the Prince de Paris hotel (or similar).

Morning: Departure at 8:30 AM for Rabat (1-hour drive), capital of the Kingdom and imperial city.

• The Hassan Tower and the prestigious Mausoleum of Mohammed V.

• The Royal Palace (exterior) and the Kasbah of the Udayas, famous for its blue and white alleys, with a breathtaking view over the Atlantic; perfect for a short stroll before hitting the road again.

Afternoon: Road through rolling landscapes to Fez (approx. 210 km), the spiritual heart of Morocco.

Immersion: Arrival in the medieval city, a true crossroads of culture, craftsmanship, and gastronomy.

Evening: Dinner and night at Hotel Menzeh Zalagh (or similar).

Morning: Departure with your guide for a walking exploration of Fès el-Bali, the oldest medina in the world.

Architectural heritage:

• The prestigious Attarine and Bou Inania Medersas.

• Nejjarine Square and its sculpted fountain.

• Exterior view of the Karaouine Mosque.

Afternoon: Immersion in the artisanal souks and discovery of iconic sites:

• The Royal Palace (esplanade of the seven golden doors).

• The Mellah (Jewish quarter) and the monumental Bab Boujloud gate.

• Meeting with the artisans of the pottery district.

End of the day: Return by bus to the hotel for dinner.

Accommodation: Overnight at Menzeh Zalagh (or similar).

Did you know? Fès is considered the largest car-free urban space in the world; goods are still transported there by donkey.

Morning: Departure at 8:00 AM towards the Middle Atlas (410 km). Crossing the cedar forests and passing through Ifrane, the "Switzerland of Morocco", Azrou and Midelt.

Afternoon: Arrival in Erfoud, the gateway to the desert.

Magical Option: Excursion to Merzouga to admire the sunset over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, offering one of the most beautiful natural spectacles in the country

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at the Hôtel Palms (or similar).

Morning: Crossing the Hamada, a stone desert, towards Tinjdad and the palm groves of Tineghir.

Afternoon: Drive towards Boumalne and the Dades Valley. Spectacular journey along the "Route of 1000 Kasbahs".

Arrival: Ouarzazate, the "Hollywood of Africa", a desert crossroads city perched at an altitude of 1,200 m, famous for its cinematic panoramas.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Hôtel Club Hanane (or similar).

Morning: Stop at the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, a legendary film set and UNESCO World Heritage site.

Route: Crossing the High Atlas via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260 m).

• Take advantage of the Tizi n'Tichka pass to capture dizzying panoramas of the Berber villages clinging to the mountains.

Arrival: Return to Marrakech, the "Pearl of the South", a city of contrasts and sumptuous palaces.

End of the day: Sensory immersion in the Jemaa el-Fna square among storytellers, musicians, and snake charmers.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at the Hôtel Zalagh Kasbah (or similar).

• Morning: Breakfast at the hotel and free time depending on your flight schedule.

• Transfer: Assistance from our team and transfer to Marrakech airport.

• Option: Possibility to extend your stay to enjoy more of the "Red City".