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9 days Private, just your party Marrakech round trip
9 Day Roundtrip Morocco Vacation From Marrakech
- 5.0 ★ · 3 reviews
- Your own driver-guide
- Route is yours to change
- Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov
Go on a captivating Morocco tour package with this 9-day, 8-night journey from Marrakech to Marrakech, featuring a thrilling Marrakech desert tour through the Sahara Desert. This Morocco vacation Marrakech is packed with diverse experiences, from exploring historic medinas and majestic mountains to riding camels across golden dunes and discovering vibrant cities.
The route
- 1Marrakech1 night
- 2Dades Valley1 night
- 3Merzouga2 nights · camp
- 4Fes2 nights
- 5Casablanca2 nights
- 5 places you actually unpack in
- 8 nights, 5 hotels or camps
- 2 nights in the dunes, not one
What people remember
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Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah & Atlas Studios
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Discover Dades Valley & Todra Canyon
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Enjoy A Camel Ride in Merzouga Desert
Day by day
Day 01 Arrive in Marrakech Riad Les Remparts De La Kasbah or similar
You 9 day Morocco holiday starts from Marrakech. You will explore the Medina with a guide, visit key sites, enjoy the Majorelle Gardens, then relax at a riad after free time in the evening.
- Enjoy a guided tour to see top sights:
- Bahia Palace *
- Ben Youssef Madrassa *
- Koutoubia Mosque *
- Medina Souks
- Explore the Majorelle Gardens* and take a brief tour of Gueliz, the modern part of Marrakech.
- Return to the Medina and enjoy a free evening to relax or explore on your own.
- Breakfast excluded
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner excluded
Day 02 Dades Valley Riad Dades Paradise or similar
Depart Marrakech, cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass, and visit Ait Ben Haddou. Continue to the Valley of Roses, then end the day in Dades Valley with an overnight stay in a local riad.
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of Morocco’s most famous kasbahs, with a rich history in film, including Gladiator, The Mummy, and more.
- Ourzazzate known as the “Gate to the Desert”
- Kasbah Amredel
- Rose Valley famous for its annual rose festival and rose-related products.
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner included
Day 03 Merzouga Sahara Desert luxury desert camp, Merzouga Glamping or similar
Today you will travel from Dades Valley to Todra Gorges via Tinghir Oasis. Visit Rissani, then head to Merzouga for a sunset camel trek. Spend the night in a Sahara desert camp with dinner and music under the stars.
- Stop at Todra Valley to explore the stunning valley and canyon.
- Pass through small Berber villages such as Tinjadad, Touroug, and Jorf.
- Explore Erfoud, the fossil city, and visit one of its fossil museums.
- Visit Rissani Traditional Market
- Continue on to Morocco Sahara Desert for an overnight stay.
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner included
Day 04 Explore Sahara Desert by 4*4
Discover Saharan culture with visits to Khamlia, nomad families, Mifis mines, and a desert oasis. End the day with a hotel stay in Merzouga.
- Watch the sunrise over the dunes
- Visit a nomadic family and have some tea
- Explore the old Mifis mines
- Experience the Gnawa music hall in Khamlia Village
- Relax at the hotel or enjoy an optional ATV ride (extra cost
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- dinner included
- Riad Merzouga Dunes or similar
Day 05 Fes Riad Dari Fes or similar
Your 9-day Marrakech travel package continues with a breakfast in Riad in Merzouga, followed by a departure at 9 am to Fes city.
- A Stop at Ziz Valley
- Ceder Forest where you can feed monkeys
- Ceder Forest where you can feed monkeys
- A walk in Ifrane (Switzerland of Morocco)
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner excluded
Day 06 Guided Tour of Fes Medina Riad Dari Fes or similar
Your Marrakech holidays takes you to discover Fes with a local guide and immerse yourself in the city’s rich history and vibrant culture. Explore architectural gems and traditional crafts in the heart of Morocco’s oldest imperial city.
- Guided tour of Fes
- Bab Boujloud
- Najjarine Fountain *
- Tanneries *
- Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University* (oldest still operating in the world)
- Jewish Quarter – “the Mellah”
- Drive to Panorama at old fortress of Fes
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner excluded
Day 07 Chefchaouen Casa Perleta or similar
Depart Fes after breakfast and drive through the scenic Rif Mountains to reach Chefchaouen, the famous blue-painted town founded in the 15th century. Enjoy free time to explore before checking into your hotel for the night.
- Scenic 4-hour drive through the Rif Mountains
- Scenic 4-hour drive through the Rif Mountains
- Explore the blue streets of Chefchaouen
- Explore the blue streets of Chefchaouen
- Discover local culture and architecture in the medina
- Discover local culture and architecture in the medina
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner excluded
- Dinner excluded
Day 08 Casablanca Casablanca at Kenzi Basma hotel or similar
Today of your Morocco holidays from Marrakech you will Depart Chefchaouen and drive to Morocco’s capital, Rabat. Explore key attractions before continuing to Casablanca for a visit to the Hassan II Mosque.
- Visit Oudaya Kasbah in Rabat
- Visit Oudaya Kasbah in Rabat
- See Hassan Tower in Rabat
- See Hassan Tower in Rabat
- Time to visit Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Time to visit Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Free time in Casablanca
- Free time in Casablanca
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner excluded
- Dinner excluded
Day 09 Marrakech: Farewell
It’s the final day of our Morocco travel itinerary! Today we travel from Casablanca to Marrakech, to complete your Holiday in Morocco.
- Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your riad in Casablanca before starting the 3-hour drive to Marrakech.
- Breakfast included
- Drop off locations:
- Marrakesh Menara Airport
- Self-booked accommodation in Marrakech
What is and is not included
What the price covers
- All City Transfers + Fuel Costs
- 1 Night in a Luxury Desert Camp + 7 Nights in Hotel AccommodationsAccommodations upgrades available
- ActivitiesCamel Ride in Sahara Desert + 2 Guided City Tours
- Some Meals8 Breakfasts + 3 Dinners Included
What it doesn't
- International flights, visa, + travel insurance
- Arrival Airport Transfer
- Any Private Expenses
- Other Food + Drinks (Except as noted)
- Monument and Museum Entrance Fees
- Gratuity to StaffAlways greatly appreciated
No single supplement, no fuel surcharge, no commission stop. Whatever your planner writes down is the number you pay.
Your driver-guide on this route
Your driver-guide, not a coach and forty strangers
Every route runs with one Amazigh driver-guide, one car and your party only. They grew up on these roads, so they know which pass is shut, which café does the good tagine, and when to stop talking. You get their name before you pay a deposit, not after.
What travellers actually said
My husband and I just completed our tour from Marrakech to Fes, 8 nights/ 9 days, and we are so happy with our experiences! We chose the luxury accommodations, and each one was truly fabulous. We felt the splurge was absolutely worth every penny. Younes picked us up at our Riad in Marrakech, and the amazing adventure…
Klynn M · couple · travelled February 2024 · verified booking
Our tour in Morocco started with a pick up from the aiport in Marrakech. It was well organized, and the work was taken care of for us as we didn’t have to map our way to Merzouga, drive ourselves, or worry about where to stop for rest and breaks. .Our guide Mohammed was a professional guide. He was a very…
Klynn M · couple · travelled June 2023 · verified booking
The questions everyone asks
How To Reserve My Morocco travel itinerary
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Step 1: Send us an email with following details:
Your requested tour dates (ex January 1-10th)
Package of interest (ex 8 day tour from Casablanca)
Number of travelers (ex 2 adults + 1 child)Please note a child is considered an individual under 10 yrs old
Please note a child is considered an individual under 10 yrs old
Accommodation Style (basic, standard, premium, luxury)If you require multiple rooms please detail your room preference. Example: 2 double rooms, a triple room, a single room, family’s room, etc.
If you require multiple rooms please detail your room preference. Example: 2 double rooms, a triple room, a single room, family’s room, etc.
Step 2: You can expect an email back from us within 24 hours which will include a proposed itinerary as well as a quote. We will work with you to make any requested revisions until you’re fully satisfied with your program.
Step 3: To secure the proposed tour you will need to complete your PayPal *refundable tour deposit. The tour deposit typically ranges from €300-800 however it will depend on tour length and number of travelers.
What should I pack for the Morocco vacation package?
We recommend packing comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and light layers for daytime temperatures, along with a jacket or sweater for cooler evenings. Don’t forget a camera, a power adapter (Morocco uses types C and E plugs), and any personal essentials.
How physically demanding is this Moroccot vacation package?
While most of the activities are walking-based and suitable for all fitness levels, some excursions (like the camel trek and walking tours in the medinas) may require moderate physical effort. If you have concerns, please contact us in advance for specific details.
What happens if I need to cancel my booking?
Cancellation Policy:
Full Refund – Cancellations or changes made 30+ days before departure receive a 100% refund of your tour deposit (minus any non-recoverable fees, such as bank/ PayPal fees).
Full Refund – Cancellations or changes made 30+ days before departure receive a 100% refund of your tour deposit (minus any non-recoverable fees, such as bank/ PayPal fees).
No Refund – Cancellations or changes made less than 30 days before departure have a non-refundable tour deposit.
No Refund – Cancellations or changes made less than 30 days before departure have a non-refundable tour deposit.
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