9 Days Tour from Marrakech

9 Days from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert

Duration

9 Day / 8 Night

Departure Location

Marrakech

Return Location

Marrakech

Price

Morocco Tour from Marrakech 9 Days Description:

Morocco 9 days tour from Marrakech is the best Marrakech desert tour that will give you the chance to visit the Sahara desert of Merzouga and the 4 imperial cities of Morocco. (Marrakech, Fes, Meknes, and Rabat). Also, we’ll visit the Hollywood of Africa (Ouarzazate) and Casablanca, which is the biggest city and the economic capital of Morocco. Moreover, we’ll enjoy a camel ride across the dunes, witness the sunset and sunrise, and spend a night in a Sahara camp under the stars.

9 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech Highlights:

Explore the sightseeing of Marrakech with a local guide.
Cross the High Atlas Mountain and Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Ouarzazate.
Wander at Todra Gorges and Dades Valley.
Ride a camel in the Sahara Desert while watching a magical sunset.
Spend a night under the stars in the Sahara Camp.
Start the day with a dramatic sunrise at the top of Erg Chebbi dunes.
Enjoy a cap of tea with Berber families in their traditional tents.
Explore the highlights of Fes with a local guide.
Drive to the archaeological site of Volubilis.
Visit the capital city of Morocco (Rabat).

9 Days in Morocco Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival Marrakech
Day 2: Marrakech Guided City Tour
Day 3: Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley
Day 4: Dades Valley → Todra Gorges → Merzouga Sahara → Desert Camp
Day 5: Merzouga Sahara Excursion
Day 6: Merzouga Desert → Rissani → Erfoud → Midelt → Fes
Day 7: Fes Guided City Tour
Day 8: Fes → Volubilis → Meknes → Rabat
Day 9: Rabat → Casablanca → Marrakech

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Keep in mind that 9 days tour from Marrakech is just a tour itinerary suggestion, if it does not match your interests, please feel free to contact us. We can organize a different itinerary based on your preferences and needs. Our services extend to designing customized and tailor-made tours and trips throughout Morocco.

Morocco Itinerary 9 Days Tour Plan:

Day 1 : Transfer to the Hotel in Marrakech

The 9 days tour from Marrakech will start with a pick-up from the Menara airport in Marrakech, and then our driver will transfer you to your hotel or Riad. Free time to wander in Jemaa el Fnaa Square and Souk/Market.

Day 2 : Tour in Marrakech with a Local Guide

On the 2nd day, we’ll be exploring the Red City of Marrakech with a local guide. We’ll ensure that you visit all the historical sites and cultural spots, such as the Bahia Palace, Lmnara, the Saadian tombs, and the Majorelle Garden. Moreover, we’ll explore the Koutoubia Mosque and stroll through Medina’s large Souk/Market. Then you will have free time in the evening to wander in the famous Jemaa El Fna Square, where you will see storytellers, musicians, snake charmers, healers, and countless food stalls.

Day 3 : Marrakech to Dades Valley via Ait Ben Haddou (350 km)

After breakfast, we’ll depart from Marrakech and cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m). Stops will be made to enjoy panoramic views of the fascinating mountains and to visit a rural Argan Oil Cooperative. After that, we drive to the biggest Kasbah in Morocco, Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. A fortified town recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition, the Kasbah was used as a backdrop for more than 20 films and TV series, such as Game of Thrones, Gladiator, The Mummy, etc.

After that, we continue to Ouarzazate (the gate of the desert), where we visit the Atlas Studio and Kasbah Taourirt. Then we head towards Boumalne Dades through Rose Valley. Spend the night in a hotel.

Day 4 : Dades Valley to Desert Camp (368 km)

We’ll begin our day with the spectacular views of the Dades Valley. Then we head to Todgha Gorges to enjoy the beauty of the landscape and walk along the narrow canyon floor. After that, we drive through the palm groves of Tinjdad toward the Merzouga Desert, where you can take a camel ride over the sandy desert and witness a magnificent sunset on top of the dunes on your way to the Sahara camp.

Upon arrival at the desert camp, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner and then gather around the campfire to enjoy traditional Berber drum music under the starry sky. Spend the night in a traditional tent.

Day 5 : Visit Merzouga Sahara Regions

Today, we recommend an early morning wake-up to watch the magical sunrise in the heart of the Sahara desert.

After breakfast. You’ll ride a camel back to the point where our driver will be waiting to start exploring the region of the Merzouga desert. First, we drive to Khamlia to enjoy the Gnaoua music, and then we visit the nomadic people in their handmade woven tents to learn more about their way of life while enjoying a cup of Berber tea. After lunch in a restaurant, we take a stroll along the palm tree grove and then drive to Merzouga Lake, where we can see beautiful flamingo birds. Overnight in a hotel.

Day 6 : Merzouga, Transfer to Fes (467 km)

After breakfast, we’ll leave the Merzouga Desert, cherishing the beautiful memories we made, and make our way to Rissani to wander on its large souk/market and visit one of the fossil workshops in Erfoud.

After that, we drive along the Ziz Valley to Medalt. We’ll have some free time for lunch and then continue through the biggest cedar forest in Morocco (home of Barbary macaques) to Ifrane, where we visit the Atlas Lion statue before heading toward Fes. Overnight at a hotel/riad.

Day 7 : Visit Fes with a Local Guide

We’ll spend the day discovering the highlights of the oldest imperial city (Fes) with a local guide. Your tour will cover all the sites with cultural and historical interest. Our first stop will be the Royal Palace gate, followed by the old Medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then we visit the famous Al-Qaraouine University and an old Jewish quarter known as Mellah.

After lunch, we’ll explore the leather factory called Chouara Tannery and then drive to an ancient fortress for a wonderful panoramic view of the whole Medina of Fes. Overnight at your hotel/riad.

Day 8 : Fes to Rabat via Volubilis (252 km)

Today, we’ll head to the archaeological site of Volubilis (Walili). Volubilis is the most attractive site in the region, as it is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

After strolling in the ruins, we continue to Meknes and visit many amazing sights in the city, including Bab el Mansour, the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, the Royal Stables, and the Jewish Quarter. After that, we travel to the capital city of Morocco (Rabat), where we visit the Hassan Tower, the Royal Palace, and the beautiful Oudaya Kasbah. Overnight at a hotel/riad.

Day 9 : Transfer to Marrakech Airport (331 km)

On the last day, we’ll drive along the coastline to Casablanca, where we visit the famous Hassan 2 mosque. The mosque is located on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, and it is one of the largest functioning mosques in Africa.

Finally, we head towards Marrakech and drop you off at the airport or your accommodation in Marrakech. End of your 9 days Morocco tour from Marrakech.

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9 Days Morocco Tour from Marrakech Info:

Included

Private vehicle with air-conditioned
Car Fuel
Pick-up and drop-off services
English speaking driver
Camel ride (One camel each)
Local Guide in Marrakech
Local Guide in Fes
3 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners