Imperial Cities and South
Experience the magic of Morocco from imperial cities to the golden Sahara dunes. This 10-day journey takes you through the heart of Morocco, from the vibrant streets of Marrakech to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, culminating in the cosmopolitan city of Casablanca.
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Mild days, cold nights
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Warming up, fewer crowds
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Ideal desert weather
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Blooming landscapes
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Warm, perfect for hiking
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Heat begins
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Extreme heat
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Scorching temperatures
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Cooling down
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Best month overall
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Pleasant & uncrowded
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Cool but sunny
March to May and October to November are the ideal months for this tour. The Sahara is at its most comfortable (18–30°C), Marrakech is pleasant for sightseeing, and the coastal cities enjoy mild temperatures. Avoid July and August when desert temperatures exceed 40°C.
Marrakech
Arrival in Marrakech. Meeting at the airport, transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Marrakech
City tour of Marrakech - the Red City. Visit Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, medina souks, and Djemaa El Fna Square. Evening dinner show at Dar Essalam restaurant.
Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate
Cross the Tichka pass and High Atlas Mountains. Visit Aït Benhaddou UNESCO World Heritage site, featured in Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and Game of Thrones.
Ouarzazate - Dades - Errachidia
Panoramic tour with Kasbah Taourirt photo stop. Drive the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Dades Valley and El Kelaa M'Gouna rose cultivation area. Visit Todra Gorges (300m altitude).
Errachidia - Erfoud - Merzouga
Visit Erfoud, capital of dates. Trek into the Sahara on camelback, enjoy sunset over the dunes. Traditional dinner and overnight in desert camp.
Merzouga - Midelt - Ifrane - Fez
Transfer through Middle Atlas mountains. Pass through Ifrane ski resort and Azrou cedar wood craft center. Continue to Fez.
Fez
Tour the oldest Imperial city founded in 790 BC. Visit Royal Palace, Bab Boujloud, Karouine Mosque, Bouanania Medersa, Nejjarine Fountain, and the medina souks.
Fez – Meknes – Rabat
Drive to Rabat via Meknes "the Moroccan Versailles". Visit Bab Mansour, Hri Souani, and Roman ruins of Volubilis.
Rabat – Casablanca - Marrakech
Visit Rabat: Kasbah of Oudayas, Hassan Tower, Mohammed V Mausoleum. Tour Casablanca: Hassan II Mosque, United Nations Square, Habous district. Transfer to Marrakech.
Marrakech - Departure
Breakfast, free time, transfer to airport.
Inclusions
- Hotel accommodation 4* or 5* for 9 nights on BB or HB basis
- Hotel taxes and service charges
- Air-conditioned transport (car/minivan/bus)
- Entrance fees: Bahia Palace, Medersa in Fez, Hri Souani in Meknes
- Dinner Show at Dar Essalam Restaurant
- Local English Guide during visits
- 24/7 full assistance
Exclusions
- Air fare travel
- Optional tours not in itinerary
- Lunch on route or during city tours
- Drinks during meals
- Tips for driver, helper, porterage
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