Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert — Naciris Travel

A Grand Private Journey

Imperial Cities & the Sahara

CasablancaFesMerzougaMarrakech

Duration

10 days / 9 nights

Style

Comfort 4★ & Riads

Group

2+ travellers

From

€1800 per person

Overview

From the Atlantic to the imperial heart of Morocco, and on into the silence of the Sahara.

Morocco's grand tour — a sweeping ten-day private journey from Casablanca and the blue lanes of Chefchaouen to the imperial soul of Fes, the dunes of the Sahara, and the energy of Marrakech.

This is a fully private journey with your own driver-guide throughout. We travel at your pace, with guided days in the great cities and unhurried road days through some of the country's most beautiful landscapes.

From

€1800 pp

per person · private · based on 2+ travellers (solo supplement may apply)

Journey Highlights

  • Visit the immense Hassan II Mosque on the Casablanca seafront
  • Wander the blue-washed lanes of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains
  • Explore the Roman ruins and mosaics of Volubilis
  • Lose yourself in Fes el-Bali, the world’s largest car-free medina
  • Ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes and sleep at a desert camp
  • Full-day 4×4 desert exploration with Khamlia village & nomads
  • Stand beneath the kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou (UNESCO)
  • Discover Marrakech’s palaces, souks and Jemaa el-Fnaa

The Route

Where you'll go

CASABLANCA start 01 CHEFCHAOUEN 02 FES 03 MERZOUGA Sahara · Erg Chebbi 04 BOUMALNE DADES 05 AïT BEN HADDOU 06 MARRAKECH finish 07 N Morocco IMPERIAL CITIES & SAHARA A grand ten-day journey across Morocco CASABLANCA · CHEFCHAOUEN · FES · MERZOUGA · DADES · AÏT BEN HADDOU · MARRAKECH

Day by Day

Your itinerary

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1

Welcome to Morocco

Arrival in Casablanca

Your private driver welcomes you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel in Casablanca. Time to relax after your journey.

Private airport pick-upHotel check-inDaily mineral water
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
2

The Blue City

Casablanca → Chefchaouen

Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, then travel north to Chefchaouen, the famous blue-painted town nestled in the Rif Mountains.

Hassan II Mosque visitPrivate transportOvernight in Chefchaouen
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
3

Roman Ruins & Imperial Fes

Chefchaouen → Volubilis → Fes

Journey south with a guided stop at the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, then continue to the imperial city of Fes for the night.

Guided tour of Volubilis & entry feesPrivate transportOvernight in Fes
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
4

Soul of Morocco

Fes — Full Day Guided Tour

A full guided day through Fes el-Bali, the world's largest car-free medina: the tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin, medersas, and the artisan quarters.

Guided city tour with entrance feesOvernight in Fes
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
5

Into the Sahara

Fes → Ifrane → Midelt → Ziz Valley → Merzouga

A spectacular drive through Ifrane, cedar forests, and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga, ending with a camel ride into the dunes and a night at a desert camp.

Private transportCamel ride at sunsetDesert camp dinner & overnight
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
6

Deep Desert

Merzouga — 4×4 Desert Exploration

A full day exploring the Merzouga desert by 4×4 — visiting Khamlia village, nomad areas, and the dramatic dune landscapes.

Full-day 4×4 excursionVisit to Khamlia village & nomad areasDinner & overnight in Merzouga
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
7

Canyons & Valleys

Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Boumalne Dades

Travel via the towering Todra Gorge — 300m rock walls — and through the Dades Valley to your overnight in Boumalne Dades.

Todra Gorge visitPrivate transportDinner & overnight in Boumalne Dades
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
8

Kasbahs & the High Atlas

Dades → Ouarzazate → Aït Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Visit Ouarzazate and the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, then cross the High Atlas to Marrakech.

Guided tour of Aït Ben HaddouPrivate transportOvernight in Marrakech
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
9

The Red City

Marrakech — Full Day Guided Tour

A guided day through Marrakech's highlights: Koutoubia, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, the souks, and Jemaa el-Fnaa.

Guided city tour with entrance feesOvernight in Marrakech
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
10

Until Next Time

Departure

Your private driver transfers you to Marrakech or Casablanca airport at the right time for your flight.

BreakfastPrivate airport transfer
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner

This is a private tour — it's yours to shape. Want to add a night, change a hotel, adjust the pace, or include a special experience? Just let us know. We're always happy to tailor the journey around your needs.

The Details

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation with English-speaking driver throughout
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • 9 nights accommodation (Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fes ×2, Merzouga ×2, Boumalne Dades, Marrakech ×2)
  • Daily breakfast; dinner in Merzouga & Boumalne Dades
  • Hassan II Mosque visit (Casablanca)
  • Guided tour of Volubilis with entrance fees
  • Guided city tours of Fes & Marrakech with entrance fees
  • Camel ride in Merzouga & two nights in a Sahara desert camp
  • Full-day Merzouga 4×4 excursion + Khamlia village & nomad areas
  • Guided tour of Aït Ben Haddou
  • Bottled water throughout

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches throughout
  • Drinks during meals
  • Beverages in Merzouga & Boumalne Dades
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Anything not listed as included

Where You'll Stay

Carefully selected boutique riads and quality 4-star hotels throughout, offering comfort, authenticity, and excellent service. In Merzouga, a luxury desert camp with private en-suite tents and an unforgettable night under the Sahara stars. All accommodations subject to availability and may be replaced with similar properties of equal or higher standard.

A Note on Our Camels

The well-being of our animals comes first. Our camels are healthy, well-rested, and cared for by experienced local handlers. Rides are short, gentle, and optional — you may walk alongside instead.

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