7-Days Morocco Tour from Rabat to Marrakech

Itinerary: 7 Days Morocco Tour from Rabat 

DAY 1: ARRIVAL AT RABAT AIRPORT

The beginning of your seven-day Morocco tour from Rabat includes picking you up at the airport, transferring you to Fes, dinner, and accommodation.

DAY 02: FEZ / UNESCO HERITAGE SITE

This is day two of your seven-day tour from Rabat. You will have the entire day to explore this magnificent city, the most ancient, wealthy, cultural, religious, spiritual, and enigmatic of Morocco’s four imperial cities, after enjoying a delicious Moroccan breakfast. In these imperial cities, which offer a wealth of discoveries. The following perspectives define Fes: The largest and most well-known of the four ancient tanneries that remain operating in the center of Fez’s Medina is Chouara Tannery. The most significant and notable of its architectural complexes is the Qaraouine Mosque. The oldest and most picturesque gate in the entire city is Bab Boujeloud, which is the main entryway to the Medina. Although you cannot enter the 14th-century Royal Palace, it is still worth a visit to admire its seven gates, making it one of Morocco’s largest and most historic buildings. Moulay Idriss’ Mausoleum: Honoring one of Fez’s founders and the monarch of Morocco from 807 to 828, Moulay Idriss is remembered here. One of the oldest occupations in Fez is still metalworking, and Seffarine Square is the location of this profession. It is situated in the center of the Medina. There are three madrassas in Fez, which are old Koranic schools that occasionally house resident students, The Medersas Cherratine is the only one open for visits and stands out from the others due to its slightly ornate yet functional style. Finally, we have dinner and accommodation.

DAY 03: FEZ / CEDAR FOREST / ZIZ VALLEY / MERZOUGA / CAMEL TREKKING AND NIGHT IN THE DESERT

On the third day of your seven-day tour of Morocco, departing from Rabat, we head out of Fes and toward Ifrane, one of the most intriguing towns in Morocco due to its European atmosphere and alpine architecture. Richer Moroccans choose to send their children to Ifrane, which is home to one of the most renowned universities in the nation. We will also go to the Azrou Cedar Forest, which is well-known for having the largest ancient cedar in the area, Gouraud. There are hundreds of Barbary monkeys living in this forest, and you are welcome to feed them. We will continue traveling through the Middle Atlas Mountains and taking in the beautiful scenery that this route has to offer. The Rock, also known as Azrou, is a hilltop location that is ideal for strolling and taking in the breathtaking views of the city and its surroundings. The city’s primary attractions are its cooperatives, where men carve cedar wood and women weave carpets. We will proceed through the pass of Tizi Talghamt, which means Neck of the Camel and is located at an elevation of 1907 meters with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, to Midelt, where we will pause for lunch. In the afternoon, we continue our journey through the Ziz Valley, passing by Erfoud and Errachidia. The valley is a breathtaking sight, with its crimson gorges striking a contrast with the green surroundings. Travelers experience complete tranquility because of the striking gorges and lovely palm groves. The region is worth seeing because of its impressive adobe Kasbahs, long belts of flooded palm groves, and fortified towns. In the middle of the afternoon, we will arrive at the entrance to the desert, where we will wait for the camels to transport us over the vast dunes for approximately two hours. After stopping in the middle of the dunes to take in the sunset, we will ride the camels to the camp. Everything will be prepared for you to have a memorable evening, including dinner, a nomadic lifestyle, and welcome tea. Spend one night in an opulent camp surrounded by the perfect quiet that the vast expanse of sand in the heart of the desert has to offer. The full moon’s intense light is reflected in the sky above, which appears to be so full of stars that you could reach up and touch them with your hand. Dinner and camping will be in luxury for the night.

DAY 4: DESERT / RISSANI / TODRA GORGE / DADES GORGE

On day four of your seven-day tour of Morocco, departing from Rabat We head to Rissani to visit the market and its renowned donkey parking area after enjoying a satisfying breakfast. All of the desert’s tribes and nomads congregate in this special location to restock on supplies. We will travel to Erfoud after Rissani to see one of the fossil workshops, where we can view fossils that date back 380 million years. We will eventually arrive at the well-known Todra Gorge, a favorite canyon for hikers and rock climbers. Our tour ends in Dades Valley. We will have dinner and sleeping arrangements.

DAY 5: DADES GORGE / VALLEY OF ROSES / OUARZAZATE / AIT BENHADDOU / MARRAKECH

We will depart Rabat on the fifth day of your seven-day tour of Morocco and head down the “Route of the Thousand Kasbahs” to the Dades Valley. As we travel through the Valley of the Roses, we will see the residents making creams, soaps, and rose water from the numerous Damascus roses that are planted there. The route follows the river and is bordered by adobe Kasbahs, creating an incredibly picturesque area. We will travel through Ouarzazate and stop at the well-known Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, as the scenery changes. Numerous movies, including The Gladiator, Obelix, and Western Sahara starring Penelope Cruz, have been filmed in this breathtaking location. After traversing the 2.260-meter-high Tizi N’Ticheka pass, our route descends to the plains and the red city of Marrakech. Next, it ascends into the High Atlas Mountains. We will have dinner and accommodation. Closing of your seven-day Morocco tour, this began in Rabat on the fifth day.

DAY 6: MARRAKECH WITH LOCAL GUIDE

On the sixth day of your seven-day tour of Morocco departing from Rabat, you will have free time to explore this amazing city on your own. Here are a few of the city’s noteworthy attractions: A large artificial pond sits in the middle of the serene Menara Gardens, which are said to have been used by the sultans for courtship. The gardens are a reflection of the Muslim paradise on earth and are particularly lovely for strolling. One of the most popular tourist destinations in Marrakech, the Saadian Tombs were first made public in 1917, the year of their discovery. The remains of the Saadian dynasty’s warriors and servants are interred in more than 100 mosaic-decorated tombs located in the same garden. The Bahia Palace is a palace and gardens designed to be the largest palace ever constructed, and the former Vizier’s home has a patio that is encircled by rooms and has a central basin as decoration. Among the city’s most emblematic monuments is the Koutoubia Mosque, which is distinguished by its 69-meter-tall minaret, making it the highest structure and a well-known landmark. Despite being located in the middle of the Medina, Jemaa El Fna Square is surprisingly large, with a tangle of winding streets and alleyways leading off. You will also be taken aback by how drastically the square’s surroundings change throughout the day, becoming a glamorous souk, and at night, a hive of food vendors where people congregate for lodging and dinner.

DAY 7: MARRAKECH / AIRPORT

When our trip and services end, transfer to the airport at the scheduled time of the flight. It is the end of your 7-day Morocco tour from Rabat. To book your tour or for further details, don’t hesitate to contact us.