8 Days Marrakech and Sahara desert itinerary

The 8 Days Marrakech and Sahara desert itinerary, begin with an early pickup from your Marrakech lodging or the airport. After that, take a drive across the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass and the magnificent High Atlas highlands. There will be pauses to take in the expansive vistas of the magnificent scenery. We next proceed to the well-known Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. a fortified settlement that UNESCO has designated as a World Heritage Site. In addition, the Kasbah has been featured in a number of films, such as Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and others. in addition to TV shows like Game of Thrones. Next, we travel to Ouarzazate, well known as “The Gate of the Desert.” Dinner and a hotel stay for the night.

We take a tour of Ouarzazate after breakfast. First, we go to the Atlas Studios, the location of several well-known films, and then we go to the Taourirt Kasbah, a fortified mud fortress that is home to one of Morocco’s most magnificent and old ksars. Following that, we go east to Skoura to see Amridil Kasbah, which is encircled by palm trees. Next, proceed to Kalaa Magouna, which is well-known for its Rose Valley. Every year in May, there is a Rose Festival when residents sell their rose-related items. These include: fragrances, oil, rose water, and cosmetics. After that, we travel via Boumalne Dades to Dades Valley. Stops at the “monkey fingers” rock formation and atop a peak with a view of the Dades valley are unavoidable. Dinner and spending the night in a Boumalne Dades hotel.

Following breakfast, we travel on to the Todra Gorges, where the Todra River’s flow has cut out a massive canyon through the mountains, resulting in a canyon with steep red cliff walls. You are welcome to explore the gorges and take in the breathtaking scenery. Next, take a drive through Touroug and Tinjdad’s palm groves. Lunch break throughout the trip. We arrive at Merzouga, the Sahara desert, in the afternoon. Where you cross the dusty desert on camels instead of horses. We’ll pause so you can stand on a tall dune and take in the breathtaking sunset. Then proceed to the opulent camp in the desert. where you can dance around the campfire while listening to the music of the Berber drums under a wide open sky full of stars. Supper and the night spent in the tent.

It is essential to get up early in order to see the breathtaking dawn in the middle of the desert. Breakfast is on your own at this time. Next, you ride camels back to Merzouga, where the driver is waiting for you. We reserve the first day of your Morocco desert tour for exploring the Merzouga area. There are a ton of amazing places in the area, like sand dunes, a wild lake, mines, fossil locations, and magnificent oases. which are perfect locations for a wide range of outdoor pursuits. First, we travel off-road to an old eyeliner mine near Merzouga to begin our adventure. Next, we visit the nomads in their tent created by hand. Sip a Berber tea and discover their way of life. Our next stop is the village of Khamlia, where you may take in performances of Gnaoua music and dance. Mali, Sudan, and Niger are among the sub-Saharan nations from where its people come originally. Time to spare for a meal at a restaurant. We then go through a grove of palm trees after that. After that, travel a little distance to witness Merzouga’s wild lake, also known as Flamingo Lake. Dinner and rest of the night within a hotel.

We visit Rissani town, the former capital of Tafilalet, after breakfast and depart from the desert. Remaining a significant hub for trade in the area, Rissani features a sizable souk that comes alive on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. We visit one of the fossilized marble workshops in Erfoud after taking a stroll through the Rissani souk.Following that, we drive alongside the Ziz River and pause to take in the expansive panorama of the Ziz Valley. Lunch break free in Midelt. Next, we head into the Cedars Forest, home of the Barbary Macaques. While exploring the forest, feel free to give them food. Subsequently, we travel to Ifrane, which is renowned for its frigid temperatures, snowfall, and chalet-style homes—no surprise it’s dubbed the Switzerland of Morocco. Lastly, we drop you off at your Fes lodging.

After breakfast, we pick you up from your Fes lodging so you can explore the city. The city serves as Morocco’s cultural and religious hub and is regarded as one of the imperial cities.We go to the Royal Palace gate first thing in the morning. Next is the beautifully preserved medieval Medina, which is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.The entrance to the ancient Medina is known as the Blue gate, or Bab Boujloud. You will be escorted by a native guide into the Medina. to see the Quaraouin mosque and university, which is the oldest university in the world, as well as the Medrasa Bouanania, the Najjarine Fountain, and the Tanneries. We then depart from Medina to explore “the Mellah,” the Jewish neighborhood. After that, we take a trip to an old fort to get sweeping views of Fes and the Medina. Next, head back to your riad.

We go after breakfast to explore Meknes, the royal city and capital of the Ismailis. Bab Al-Mansour, the Sahrij Souani pond, the Royal stables, the granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum are among the places we visit. Lunch break is available. We then take a 30-kilometer trip outside of Meknes to the ancient Roman remains at Volubilis. Given that UNESCO has designated it as a World Heritage Site, it has been kept in good condition. It contains old pillars and arches strewn throughout, as well as numerous exquisite mosaics.We explore the ruins before traveling through Ouazzane to the north, where we arrive at Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. Named after the Blue City as well. The city is well-known for its blue-painted alleyways and buildings. Spend the night in a hotel.

Depending on the time of your departure, you may have some free time after breakfast to wander around the stunning lanes of the blue city. Afterwards, we will drive you to Tangier via the Rif mountains before transferring you to the airport. Final day of the 8-day trip to Marrakech and the Sahara Desert.