Hassan II Mosque overlooking the Atlantic Ocean in Casablanca
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Imperial cities & Sahara · 7 days / 6 nights

7-Day Imperial Cities & Sahara

Casablanca · Rabat · Meknes · Fes · Merzouga · Dades · Marrakech

A north-to-south private journey combining Casablanca and Rabat with the historic city of Fes and the Sahara, ending in Marrakech.

THE JOURNEY, DAY BY DAY

What the days can look like.

The outline is a starting point. Stops, timing, accommodation and activities are confirmed in the final itinerary and quotation.

01

Casablanca – Rabat

Meet in Casablanca and visit selected city highlights. Continue to Rabat for the Kasbah of the Udayas and other landmarks according to opening times and arrival schedule.

Overnight: Rabat
02

Rabat – Meknes – Fes

Travel towards Meknes, with an optional stop at Volubilis if timing allows, then continue to Fes.

Overnight: Fes
03

Discover Fes

Explore the old medina, traditional craft quarters and major historic sites with a local guide arranged for the visit.

Overnight: Fes
04

Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga

Cross the Middle Atlas and follow the Ziz Valley towards Merzouga. This is a long driving day; an early departure is important.

Overnight: Merzouga area
05

Sahara experience

Enjoy a full day around Erg Chebbi, with optional local visits and activities arranged in advance.

Overnight: Merzouga area
06

Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley

Travel west through Rissani and Tinghir, stopping at Todra Gorge before reaching the Dades Valley.

Overnight: Dades Valley
07

Dades Valley – Aït Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Continue through Ouarzazate, visit Aït Ben Haddou and cross the High Atlas to Marrakech. This is a full travel day.

MADE FOR YOUR TRAVEL PLANS

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