Best 10 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech.

Today marks the beginning of your 10-day tour from Marrakech. Our driver will warmly welcome you at the airport upon your arrival and transfer you to your hotel or riad for check-in. You'll have the rest of the day to relax and explore the main square, Jemaa el Fnaa, as well as the vibrant souks.

After breakfast, we will drive to Casablanca via the highway. After approximately 3 hours, we'll make a stop to visit the impressive Hassan II Mosque, a magnificent structure built in 1993 by over 6000 skilled craftsmen. This mosque is one of the few in Morocco that allows non-Muslims to enter. Later, we'll continue to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and then explore the Imperial City of Rabat. Highlights include the Mechouar (the Royal Palace's walls and ramparts), the majestic Mohammed V Mausoleum, the Hassan Tower, and the Oudaya Kasbah overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Today, we'll depart for the enchanting mountain village of Chefchaouen. Our journey will take us through the picturesque valleys of the Rif Mountains until we reach this captivating destination. Chefchaouen is renowned for its charming blue-rinsed houses and is a popular spot for both tourists and locals. Explore the town's winding lanes and narrow alleys, where you'll find bustling souks offering local cuisine and artisanal crafts unique to this region. You can relax in the town square, visit a local farm, or even go hiking in nearby parks.

Today, we'll head to Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an ancient Roman settlement. You'll have the opportunity to admire the well-preserved alleyways, gates, monuments, and mosaic floors dating back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries. Our next stop is Meknes, one of Morocco's four Imperial cities and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you can visit the Medersa Bou Inania and Bab Mansour, the grand gateway to Moulay Ismail Palace. Afterward, we'll continue our journey to Fez, where you'll check into your accommodation. In the afternoon, take the opportunity to explore Fez's medina and its vibrant souks.

After breakfast, meet with a local tour guide to explore Fez, the oldest and holiest of the Imperial cities. Your cultural and historical tour will lead you through the 2000-year-old living medina, a labyrinth of narrow streets bustling with markets, souks, craftsmen, and animals transporting goods. Highlights of the tour include visits to the Attarine and Bou Anania Medersas, the Nejjarine fountain, the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum, and the Karaouine Mosque. Conclude your tour with a visit to Fez Jdid and the revered Merenid Tombs for a breathtaking panoramic view of Fez.

Early in the morning, our driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Fez as we embark on a journey southwards. Along the way, we'll stop at Ifrane, often called the "Switzerland of Morocco," to marvel at its beauty and capture some unforgettable photos. Next, we'll head towards Azrou, where you'll have the chance to encounter monkeys in the cedar forest. Continuing our journey, we'll reach Midelt for a delightful lunch at a local restaurant. Our route then takes us through the scenic Tizi N Talghamt pass, offering mesmerizing views of Ziz Gorges and the Ziz valley. As we proceed to Erfoud and Aoufous, you'll be captivated by the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, also known as Merzouga Dunes. Upon arrival, get ready for an exhilarating camel trek to experience the sunset over the dunes. Later, we'll head to a desert camp for dinner and overnight stay in traditional tents.

Rise early to witness the breathtaking sunrise from atop a dune in the Sahara Desert before enjoying breakfast. After these magical moments, we'll depart towards Tineghir, passing through Erfoud and Tinejdad. Along the way, we'll stop for a delicious lunch before continuing to Todra Gorges, where you can take a scenic hike through the magnificent canyons. Later, we'll drive to Boumalne du Dades, offering a panoramic view of the Dades Valley. Arrive at your hotel for check-in and enjoy a delicious dinner. Spend the night at a traditional hotel.

This morning, we'll depart for Marrakech, with our first stop at the Rose Valley, famous for its damascene roses used in cosmetic products such as rosewater. Next, we'll explore the vast Skoura palm grove, an enchanting place with over 700,000 palm trees and numerous kasbahs in its vicinity. Continuing our journey, we'll reach Ouarzazate, also known as "The Gate of the Desert" or "Noiseless City" in Berber. Here, we'll visit the impressive Taourirt Kasbah, one of Morocco's most stunning ksars. We'll also stop for a panoramic view of the Kasbah of Taourirt and take some photos near the Atlas film studios. Our next destination is the fortified village of Aït Ben Haddou, where you'll have time to explore the famous Kasbah, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986. Numerous well-known films have been shot in this remarkable setting, including Gladiator, Obelix, and The Mummy. Finally, we'll drive through the High Atlas Mountains, passing through the Tizi N'Tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), to reach Marrakech. Upon arrival, check into your hotel or riad.

After breakfast, embark on a private guided tour of Marrakech's Medina, led by an official guide. Explore the famous Koutoubia Mosque, wander through the colorful souks, and uncover the hidden gems of Marrakech. Visit the Ali Ben Youssef Koranic school, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace, and the Majorelle Gardens. In the afternoon, take the opportunity to further explore the medina and experience the bustling atmosphere of the square, filled with narrators, jugglers, diviners, snake charmers, and musicians.

Your 10-day tour from Marrakech concludes today. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel or riad and transfer you to Marrakech Airport in time for your departure flight. This marks the end of our services, and we hope you have had an unforgettable and dazzling experience exploring the beauty of Morocco with Dazzling Morocco Tours.