10 Days Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga

10 Days Travel from Fes to Merzouga Sahara

 Overview :

A 10-day imperial tour from Fes typically includes visits to some of Morocco’s most historic cities, such as Fes, Meknes, Rabat, and Marrakech, as well as other interesting destinations. Here is an overview of what you might expect on such a tour, Arrival in Fes and check in to your hotel, Explore Fes and its historic medina with a guided tour, Travel to Meknes and explore its historic landmarks, Visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis and the holy city of Moulay Idriss, Travel to Rabat and visit its key attractions, such as the Hassan Tower and Kasbah of the Udayas, Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and continue on to Essaouira, Explore the coastal city of Essaouira, including its historic medina, harbor, and beaches, and explore its historic landmarks, markets, and gardens with a guided tour

 Highlight :

  • Enjoy the visit to Marrakech
  • Explore one of the oldest cities in the world which is Fes( fez)
  • Enjoy in a way high & middle atlas mountains.
  • Beautiful views & panoramic.
  • Authentic Berber villages.
  • Enjoy Ait ben Haddou Kasbah, near (Ouarzazate ) 
  • Dades Valley &Todra Gorge.
  • Experience riding Camel Trek. on erg Chebbi 
  • Spend Overnight camp.
  • Explore the best night with stars in the sky and music nomad Berber at night 
  • Enjoy with sunrise in the Sahara desert ( erg Chebbi)
  • Visit culture nomad Berber 
  • Enjoy Test Berber pizza 
  • Visit the village in Berber the popular music (Gnawa )

 10 Days Travel from Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara :

  • Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
  • Departure time: 7/8 am
  • Starting point: Your hotel or raid/ Airport / Harbor in Marrakech
  • Ending point: Your hotel or raid / Airport / Harbor in Casablanca

Day 01: Arrival in Marrakech

Upon arrival, we will pick you up and drive you to your riad in the Medina.

Day 02: Exploring Marrakech

After breakfast in the riad, you can start exploring Marrakech “the red city of Morocco”. Your guide will ensure that you see the most important places of historical and cultural interest, including the Saadian tombs; the Bahia Palace, and the Ben Youssef Coranique school. Today, you will also walk the souks and enjoy the fascinating colors and the wonderful smells. Lunch at a restaurant near the square, then in the afternoon you will visit the Majorelle Gardens and the Koutoubia Tower.

Day 03 : Marrakech - Essaouira - Marrakech

After breakfast in your riad, you will start traveling to Essaouira, “Mogador”. Just before you get to Essaouira and since this is the land of the “Argan culture”, you will see herds of goats climbing the Argan trees looking for better food they can’t find on the ground. Here you will have the opportunity to visit the women’s co-operative of Argan oil where they extract the oil that is famous for its culinary, cosmetic and medical properties. Get to Essaouira around 11 am and then start our exploration of the city; You’ll visit the Skala Fortress; see Thuya wood carved by artisans; walk through the alleys of the medina and view hundreds of handicrafts.

Essaouira knew many civilisations – including the Portuguese occupation, which affects much of its architecture – however, it remains a small village with much history. Because of its size and its characteristic blue doors and washed walls, it is also regarded as Morocco’s “Jewel of the Atlantics”. Our visit includes the Mellah – the Jewish headquarters, and the beach. There is an annual festival of “Gnawa music”, where many musical groups come from different parts of Africa and the world. Today you will have lunch in a Moroccan way: bought fish cooked to order, a very authentic experience. After that, you will have some free time before we drive you back to Marrakech.

Day 04 : Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah - Dades valley

After breakfast in your riad, you will start traveling to Ouarzazate and the Dades Valley via the Tichka Pass and over the High Atlas Mountains. Today you will enjoy travelling through the dramatic road of the pass the fascinating views over the Berber villages and the amazing landscape changing as the day progresses. Your first stop will be at the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, the largest Kasbah in Morocco. Built by the last Berber chieftain El Glaoui Et-Hami in the late 19th century, it is now a UNESCO matrimonial historical site, which today still houses many Glaoui family members. Lunch by the Kasbah and continue to Ouarzazat, “the Hollywood of Africa”.

After lunch, travel to the Dades Gorge through the road of “the Thousand Kasbahs”, which offers many fine photo opportunities of nature and people. We’ll get to Kalaat Mgouna – famous for roses and its annual festival during the roses harvest in May – visit the Berber Souk of Kalaat Mgouna, then continue to Bouthaghrar along the Rose valley. On to the Dades Valley where you will enjoy seeing the amazing rock formation famous as “the monkey toes”.

Day 05 : Dades Gorges - Todra Gorges - Merzouga

After breakfast in the hotel, you will start travelling to Merzouga via the Todra Gorge and the small towns of Erfoud and Rissani. In Todra Valley you will enjoy the panoramic views of the old mud Berber villages overlooking the valley. At Todra Gorge, You will have the opportunity to walk under the 300m high red cliff, popular with many rock climbers. Here you will have time for an hour’s hiking within the valley.

Afterwards, you will continue our trip to Erfoud and Rissani where we have lunch; afterwards, we leave for the village of Merzouga – After a welcoming glass of mint tea, you will check in to your riad.

Day 06: Merzouga Sahara Desert

After breakfast in your riad, you will start an explorative journey of the area before you camel trek and spend the night at the desert camp. Today, you’ll visit the Gnawa people, originally slaves brought from Sudan, to experience their music and culture. Not far away there’s the lake of Merzouga, with its bird populations, depending on the season. You will also visit the authentic souk of Rissani, Here you will walk the souks, viewing vegetables, dates, crafts, and animals.

If time permits, you may also visit the nomad wire house where many Berber handicrafts are priced lower than in the big cities. In the afternoon, you will mount your camel and trek within the sand sea of Merzouga, in time to enjoy the sunset before you have dinner in the camp where you spend the night.

Day 07 : Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt – Azrou – Fes

Early in the morning, we will wake you up to watch what may be the best sunrise of your life. You’ll peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga. Over the dunes, you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses.

After breakfast in your riad, you will start traveling to Fes via the Ziz Valley and Azrou. You will enjoy the fascinating landscape along the magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock and through the Tizi n’Talghamt Pass to Midelt. Stop in Zaida to enjoy a barbecue and refreshment with a glass of mint tea then continue our journey to Fes. You will stop at the Cedar Forest, on the Middle Atlas Mountains where you will see the Barbarian apes in the wild. Get to Fes at the end of the day and check in to your riad.

Day 08: Fes Sightseeing Travel

Most of the morning will be spent visiting the medina (the old city) and its alleys. You will start with a walking trip within the narrow labyrinth streets, visiting the famous old Tanneries, and then the Quaraouine Mosque and University, the Attarin Medersa, and the Najjarin Fountain.

After lunch in a traditional Moroccan restaurant in Medina, we will pick you up and drive to the old Jewish quarter and the Royal Palace gate yard, where you will learn about Jewish history in Morocco. Your visit includes the tile art factory and then a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes

Day 09: Fes – Meknes – Rabat

After breakfast in your riad, you will start traveling to Rabat via Volubilis and Meknes. Your journey will be over the Rif Mountains and the foothills of Zgouta. You will get to Volubilis, the well-preserved Roman Empire in North Africa, dating to 25BC, where you will see the most beautiful Mosaics in Morocco dating back to the 3rd century BC. Here you will learn a lot about the Roman occupation and culture in Morocco.

Afterward, your journey continues to Meknes, the Ismaili capital of Morocco; here you will see the fascinating gate Bab Mansour built by the Sultan My Ismail, the royal granary, and the Sahrij Souani basin used for irrigation and plantation. After some free time wandering in the Lahdim square, you will continue to Rabat via the highway.

Day 10: Rabat – Casablanca

After breakfast in your riad, we will drive you to Casablanca airport for your departure flight.

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Morocco FAQs

The official languages of Morocco are Arabic, Berber, English, and Spanish. You will also speak French often in Morocco.

The best time to visit Morocco is either in the spring or from March to May or in the fall between September to October. Other months can also be pleasant if you prefer it to be hot and sunny or don’t mind the cold.

There is a public transit system in Morocco that uses 4×4, … Small private and group tours will typically use large vans, and Medium to large motor coaches are used for larger travel group holidays.

Morocco is a great vacation for the family and friends with plenty of all ages to enjoy travel of morocco. Take a ride in Marrakech, explore the Ourika Valley, ait ben Haddou,… ride a camel in the Sahara Desert in Merzouga or Zagora, explore the colorful medina in Fez, and best travel from Casablanca, with tangier, as more.

Even if some touristy merchants will accept Euro instead of the local money, it will be difficult for you to use only Euros or Dollars, Restaurants, Taxis and most shops accept only the local currency the Moroccan Dirham (MAD).

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Why 10 days imperial tour from Fes

Touring from Fes is a popular choice for many travelers visiting Morocco because Fes is one of Morocco’s oldest and most culturally significant cities, and it is centrally located within the country. As a result, it serves as a great starting point for many tours throughout Morocco.

Fes has a rich history and offers many cultural and historical sites for visitors to explore, including the medieval medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Additionally, Fes is well-connected to other major cities in Morocco, such as Marrakech, Rabat, and Casablanca, making it easy to plan a multi-city tour from Fes.

By starting your tour in Fes, you’ll have the opportunity to explore this historic city and its surroundings before moving on to other destinations in Morocco. You’ll also have the opportunity to experience the unique culture and traditions of the region, including its food, music, and art.

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Note: 10 days imperial tour from Fes

When planning a 10-day imperial tour from Fes, there are a few things to keep in mind: Morocco can experience extreme temperatures depending on the time of year. It’s important to check the weather forecast and pack accordingly. Morocco is a predominantly Muslim country, so visitors should be respectful of local customs and dress modestly, especially when visiting mosques and other religious sites. While Morocco is a relatively small country, travel times between destinations can be longer than expected due to traffic and road conditions. Be prepared for some long drives during the tour, Consider your budget when planning your trip, as some activities and destinations can be quite expensive. It’s important to do your research and book accommodations and activities in advance to get the best deals, While many people in Morocco speak French or English, it can still be helpful to learn some basic Arabic phrases to communicate with locals and show respect for their culture.

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