Private 7-Day Luxury Morocco Tour: Sahara & Imperial Cities

Day 1 · Marrakech to Dades Valley via High Atlas & Aït Ben Haddou

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   Travel through the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass, the highest road in Morocco, with panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains and traditional Berber villages along the way. Short photo stops will be made at the most scenic viewpoints.

2. 2

   Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

   2 hours Admission included

   Explore this UNESCO World Heritage fortress village on a private guided walking tour. Discover its ancient earthen towers, winding alleyways and breathtaking panoramic views a true highlight of Morocco.

3. 3

   Valley of the Roses

   20 min Admission included

   Visit a traditional Berber women’s cooperative and discover how rose water extracted using ancient methods. A genuine and rare cultural experience.

4. 4

   Dades Gorges

   Passing by

   Arrive in the spectacular Dades Valley as the sun begins to set over the famous Monkey Fingers rock formations. Take in the dramatic canyon views from your luxury hotel terrace before settling in for a gourmet welcome dinner.

Local Berber breakfast · Fine Moroccan cuisine

Luxury boutique hotel with stunning views over the Dades canyon.

Day 2 · Dades Valley to the Sahara — Todra Gorge, Draa Valley & Erg Chebbi

1. 1

   Monkey Finger

   2 hours Admission included

   Morning hike through the breathtaking Monkey Fingers canyon, surrounded by dramatic sculpted rock formations rising from the valley floor. A magical start to the day.

2. 2

   Todra Gorge

   15 min

   Walk through one of Morocco’s most spectacular natural wonders towering 300-meter limestone walls narrowing to just a few meters wide. A truly humbling experience.

3. 3

   Camino al sahara

   10 min

   Drive through this ancient valley lined with palm groves, mud-brick kasbahs and traditional Berber villages a living landscape unchanged for centuries.

4. 4

   Erfoud

   15 min

   Discover a remarkable 1,000-year-old underground irrigation system still in use today a hidden marvel of Berber engineering rarely visited by tourists.

5. 5

   Erg Chebbi Dunes

   2 hours Admission included

   Arrive at the breathtaking Erg Chebbi dunes as the landscape transforms into endless golden sand. Take in your first views of the Sahara Desert before checking into your luxury hotel overlooking the dunes. Enjoy time to relax, watch the sunset over the Sahara, and soak in one of the most iconic desert landscapes in the world.

Fine Moroccan Cuisine · Local Berber Breakfast

4-star luxury hotel with suites and spa overlooking the Erg Chebbi dunes

Day 3 · Full Sahara Experience — 4x4 Desert Adventure, Nomads & Luxury Desert Camp

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   Erg Chebbi Dunes

   2 hours Admission included

   Set off into the heart of the Sahara on a private 4x4 adventure, exploring dramatic dune landscapes, ancient desert tracks and hidden corners rarely seen by ordinary tourists.

2. 2

   Musica De Gnawa, Khamlia

   15 min

   Explore this unique desert community with its own distinct Saharan Music, culture and traditions a fascinating stop far off the typical tourist trail.

3. 3

   Merzouga

   25 min

   Meet a traditional nomadic Berber family in their desert home. Share authentic mint tea and gain a rare and genuine insight into the ancient nomadic way of life.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   30 min

   Discover remarkable geological treasures hidden beneath the Sahara ancient fossils and minerals embedded in desert rock, a fascinating and unexpected experience.

5. 5

   Ksar Tanamouste

   20 min

   A wonderfully quirky collection of extraordinary vintage vehicles displayed in the middle of the Sahara. Unexpected, charming and utterly memorable.

6. 6

   Erg Chebbi Dunes

   2 hours Admission included

   Mount your camel (optional) as the sun sets over the Erg Chebbi dunes and ride across the golden Sahara toward your luxury desert camp. Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner, live music, and an unforgettable night under a sky full of stars in the heart of the desert.

Traditional Berber dinner with live Music show under the stars. · Local Berber breakfast

Exclusive luxury desert camp with private tent suites, Erg Chebbi

Day 4 · Sahara to Fes — Middle Atlas, Cedar Forest & Barbary Macaques

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   Errachidia

   15 min

   Drive through the breathtaking Ziz Valley, a stunning river gorge lined with thousands of palm trees stretching as far as the eye can see one of Morocco’s most beautiful hidden landscapes.

2. 2

   Midelt

   15 min

   Stop in this charming mountain town sitting between the High and Middle Atlas ranges, known for its beautiful rugs and fresh mountain apples. A perfect break on the long drive north.

3. 3

   Cedar Forest

   25 min

   Wander through an ancient cedar forest home to Morocco’s famous wild Barbary macaques playful and curious monkeys roaming freely among the towering trees. A magical and memorable encounter.

4. 4

   Ifrane

   15 min

   Pass through Morocco’s most surprising town a perfectly manicured alpine village that feels more Swiss than North African, nestled in the Middle Atlas mountains.

Traditional Moroccan Breakfast

Luxury boutique riad in the heart of the ancient medina, Fes

Day 5 · Fes El Bali — Private Guided Tour of the Ancient Medina, Tanneries & Madrasas

1. 1

   Chouara Tannery

   15 min Admission included

   View the world’s oldest leather tannery from an elevated terrace a breathtaking kaleidoscope of natural dye vats that has operated continuously since the 11th century.

2. 2

   Fes El-Bali

   3 hours Admission included

   Lose yourself in the world’s largest car free urban area with your private licensed guide. Explore 9,000 winding alleyways, hidden squares and bustling souks of this extraordinary 1,200-year-old living city.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   15 min Admission included

   Visit one of the most beautifully decorated religious buildings in Morocco an architectural masterpiece of carved wood, marble and mosaic tilework dating back to the 14th century.

4. 4

   Royal Palace of Fez

   Passing by

   Admire the magnificent golden gates of the Royal Palace one of the most photographed and iconic landmarks in all of Morocco.

5. 5

   Fez Mellah

   15 min

   Explore the historic Jewish quarter of Fes, with its distinctive architecture, ancient synagogues and fascinating layered history that tells the story of Morocco’s rich multicultural past.

Breakfast in the Riad

Luxury boutique riad in the heart of the ancient medina, Fes

Day 6 · Fes to Casablanca — Imperial Rabat & Atlantic Coast

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   Hassan Tower

   15 min

   Stand before the iconic unfinished minaret of the 12th century Hassan Mosque one of Morocco’s most recognisable and historically significant landmarks, rising majestically above the capital.

2. 2

   Mausoleum of Mohammad V

   15 min

   Visit one of the most sacred and architecturally stunning sites in the kingdom the magnificent white marble mausoleum of Morocco’s beloved King Mohammed V, an absolute masterpiece of modern Moroccan craftsmanship.

3. 3

   Kasbah des Oudaias

   15 min

   Stroll through this enchanting blue and white fortified quarter perched above the Atlantic Ocean a peaceful and photogenic escape from the bustle of the capital city.

Breakfast in The Riad

Luxury hotel in the heart of Casablanca

Day 7 · Casablanca — Hassan II Mosque, City Tour & Farewell

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   Hassan II Mosque

   one hour Admission not included

   Visit the largest mosque in Africa and one of the most magnificent religious monuments in the world dramatically perched above the Atlantic Ocean. A guided interior visit reveals breathtaking craftsmanship in marble, cedarwood and hand-laid zellige tilework.

2. 2

   Casablanca

   20 min

   Drive along Casablanca’s most iconic avenue, lined with stunning early 20th century French art deco architecture a fascinating and photogenic slice of the city’s colonial heritage.

3. 3

   Ain Diab

   15 min Admission included

   Take a scenic drive along Casablanca’s glamorous Atlantic seafront lined with restaurants, cafés and ocean views. The perfect final taste of Morocco before your departure.

Atlantic Breakfast in the Hotel