7-Day Imperial Cities & Sahara Adventure from Marrakech

Tour Resume

A One-Week Adventure Through Morocco’s Iconic Cities, Mountains, and Desert Wonders

Experience the perfect blend of culture, nature, and adventure—from vibrant souks to serene desert nights.

This weeklong journey reveals Morocco’s legendary contrasts: bustling souks, jaw-dropping mountains, deep-rooted culture, and tranquil desert nights. Begin in Marrakech, uncover the World Heritage kasbahs of the south, ride camels over Erg Chebbi dunes, lose yourself in the blue alleys of Chefchaouen, and end in coastal Casablanca. Ideal for adventurous travelers, couples, families, or small groups who crave both comfort and discovery.

Tour Overview

Embark on the 7-Day Morocco Discovery Tour from Marrakech, a curated journey showcasing Morocco’s most breathtaking landscapes, cultural treasures, and historic cities. From the vibrant energy of Marrakech’s medina to the dramatic passes of the High Atlas Mountains, the cinematic kasbahs of the south, and the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert, this weeklong adventure offers an unforgettable blend of discovery and relaxation.
Ride camels across the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi, sleep under a sky full of stars in a luxury desert camp, wander through the bluewashed alleys of Chefchaouen, explore the spiritual city of Fes, and finish your journey on the Atlantic Coast in Casablanca, home to the impressive Hassan II Mosque.
This experience is ideal for couples, families, photographers, adventure enthusiasts, and small groups seeking comfort, authenticity, and a taste of Morocco’s legendary diversity.

DETAILED 7-DAY ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

• Airport pickup & transfer to your riad/hotel
• Free time to explore Jemaa el-Fnaa, the souks, and the medina
• Optional: Hammam & spa experience
Overnight in Marrakech

Day 2: Full-Day Guided Tour of Marrakech

• Visit Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Koutoubia Mosque
• Explore the colorful souks & artisan workshops
• Wander through the Majorelle Garden & YSL Museum
• Sunset over the medina rooftops
Overnight in Marrakech

Day 3: Marrakech ➝ High Atlas Mountains ➝ Aït Ben Haddou ➝ Ouarzazate

• Scenic drive through Tizi n’Tichka Pass
• Guided visit to Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah
• Film studio visit in Ouarzazate (optional)
• Explore Taourirt Kasbah
Overnight in Ouarzazate or Skoura

Day 4: Ouarzazate ➝ Todra Gorge ➝ Sahara Desert (Merzouga)

• Drive through palm valleys & Berber villages
• Walk through Todra Gorge canyon
• Arrive in Merzouga for a camel trek at sunset
• Dinner & Berber music at luxury desert camp
Overnight in Sahara Desert (luxury camp)

Day 5: Merzouga ➝ Ziz Valley ➝ Middle Atlas ➝ Fes

• Sunrise over the dunes & breakfast at camp
• Drive through Ziz Valley, Midelt, Ifrane
• Pass cedar forests and meet local Barbary macaques
• Arrival in Fes in the evening
Overnight in Fes

Day 6: Fes ➝ Chefchaouen

• Scenic drive through the Rif Mountains
• Guided walking tour of Chefchaouen’s blue old town
• Explore artisan markets, the Kasbah, and Ras El Ma waterfalls
• Sunset from the Spanish Mosque viewpoint
Overnight in Chefchaouen

if you’re short in time consider our 3 day Marrakech tour to Sahara Desert