Imperial Cities 5 Days5 Days Imperial Cities Tour
CasablancaFes
Five days through Morocco's imperial cities: Rabat, Meknes, Fes and Marrakech. Medinas, palaces and Roman ruins with an expert local guide.


Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and stunning scenery of Morocco on this 13 days tour from and back to Casablanca. From the blue pearl Chefchaouen to the vibrant ancient cities Fes, Meknes. With a journey in the bossom of the Sahara desert and ancient Berber villages and Kasbahs towards the bustling souks of Marrakech to the tranquil beaches of Essaouira. Experience the best of what Morocco has to offer.
 We will pick you up in Casablanca airport and drive to the Hassan 2 Mosque inside the city, after we visit the mosque, we will take you to your hotel in Casablanca.
Overnight in Casablanca. (BB)
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We will meet in your hotel, and start our journey to Rabat, we will visit the unfinished Mosque Hassan, the Oudayas Casbahs, and then have lunch in the old city of rabat.
After lunch, we will drive through the Rif Mountains to reach the blue city Chefchaouen.
Evening at leisure and overnight in Chefchaouen. (BB)
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Today, our local guide in Chefchaouen will meet you in your hotel and start your city tour visiting the old city, the Casbah, and the blue narrow streets of the city.
Evening at leisure and overnight in Chefchaouen. (BB)
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After breakfast, we will meet again in your hotel and drive toward the Roman Ruins (Volubilis), we will visit the Ruins and then move to Meknes where we will visit the gate of Bab Mansour, Sehrij Essouani, The Granaries, and the highlights of this authentic fortified city.
Then, we drive to Fes where we will spend the night.
Overnight in Fes. (BB)
Our guide will meet you in your hotel and continue our tour discovering the old city of Fes;
We will visit the gate of the Royal Palace, the Southern Fortress, the Al-Qarawiyin University, the Tanneries, and the local markets inside the old city.
Then you will have the chance to walk inside the narrow streets of Fes, and at the end of the day we will take you to your accommodation rest and evening at leisure.
Overnight in Fes.(BB)
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Today, we will start our journey early morning, and drive to Ifrane; a stop in this European style city before we move to Azrou forest where we probably will see some Barbary Macaques (monkeys).
We then, move to Midelt city where we will set for lunch, and then continue our way to Merzouga desert. We will reach a hotel in the dune lines; relax and be ready to ride your camels to your desert camp inside the Erg Chebbi dunes.
After you enjoy the sun set inside the sand dunes, our camel guide will lead you to your desert camp where you will spend the night with and enjoy a Berbere music live show around the fire.
Overnight in a luxury desert camp Merzouga Desert.(HB)
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After you enjoy the beautiful sunset inside the sand dunes, we will pick you in a 4x4 car and start discovering the desert and the Berbere villages on the other side of the dunes, visit a nomad family in their tent and have tea with them, and enjoy a music live show in a village called ‘’Khamlia’’ known for their traditional berbere music.
After we have lunch in a local restaurant, there will be some time for you to practice some
sports, such sand boarding, quad biking, or a walk inside the dunes and enjoy the silence of the desert.
At the end of the day, a 4x4 car will take tour desert camp where you will spend the night.
Overnight in a desert luxury camp Merzouga Desert.(HB)
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After you enjoy the beautiful sunset inside one of Morocco's top dunes, a 4x4 car will take you back to the hotel in the dune lines, we will meet again and leave the desert. Our first stop will be in Rissani city, known for its local crowded market, we enjoy a walk inside the souks before we drive to our next stop Todgha Gorges, a 300m canyons along the Todgha date-palm trees oases. We will walk inside the canyons and enjoy taking pictures, and them drive to the Dades Valley where we will spend the night.
Overnight in Dades Valley.(HB)
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Early morning, after you enjoy your breakfast, we will start our day driving through the diverse landscapes inside the Dades Valley and our next stop will be in the valley of roses; discover the natural products of the local Damask rose and then continue our way toward Ouarzazate city nicknamed Hollywood of Africa because it’s a backdrop for many international series and movies.
If you prefer, we can visit the cinema studios of the city and then move to the Ksar Casbah Ait-Benhaddou, a UNISCO world heritage site used in the past as a caravan route controller and lately used mainly for movies and series.
After we visit the Casbah, we will drive the High Atlas Mountains to reach Marrakech, a beautiful landscape along the way with many berbere villages down the river.
At the end of the day we will arrive Marrakech where we will spend the night.
Overnight in Marrakech.(BB)
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Our local guide will meet you in your accommodation in Marrakech and start your city tour of the old city of Marrakech.
You will have the chance to visit The Badi Palace, The Bahia Palace, The Saadian Tombs, The Koutoubia Mosque, The Majorelle Gardens, and a walk inside the local markets.
At the end of the day, we will take you back to your accommodation, rest and evening at leisure.
Overnight in Marrakech.(BB)
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Today, we will be heading to the dramatic coastal city of Essaouira. A wonderful place for rambling the Medina, the Souqs, port, and the beach are all a perfect way to enjoy what this city offers. Also, the city is a perfect destination for many artists who are specialised in calligraphy, galleries selling their work inside the walled medina. Likewise, the city holds many national and international music festivals,
The city of Essaouira is a perfect place to relax and also a good place for water sports lovers.
When arrive this beautiful city, you will have a day at leisure to discover the city and enjoy its wonderful beach.
Overnight in Essaouira. (BB)
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Morning at leisure in this beautiful city before we start driving through the Atlantic Ocean toward Casablanca. A 3 hours drive through the green fields of barley and olive trees to reach the economic capital of Morocco, Casablanca. Then, we will head toward the famous Hassan 2 Mosque. The biggest and the only mosque that is allowed for Non-Muslims visitors in the country.
at the end of the mosque visit, we will take to your accommodation to rest and then a walk in the Kournish by the Atlantic Ocean.
Overnight in Casablanca. (BB)
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We will meet you at your hotel on an agreed time and drive toward the Casablanca airport for your flight back home.
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| Duration | 13 days |
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| Starts | Casablanca |
| Ends | Essaouira |
| Tour type | Private & small-group |
| Transport | Private air-conditioned vehicle |
| Driving distance | ≈ 2,150 km over the whole tour |
| Driving time | ≈ 34 hrs total (spread across the itinerary) |
| Languages | English, French, Spanish, Arabic |
| Availability | Year-round, on your dates |
It runs for 13 days, covering Casablanca, Rabat , Chefchaouen, Meknes, Fes, Merzouga, Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Marrakech, Essaouira. The itinerary can be shortened or extended around your flights.
The price depends on how many of you are travelling, the season, and the hotel and desert-camp category you choose — it is quoted per person and drops as the group grows. Send us your dates and group size through the form on this page and we'll come back with an exact, all-in quote. No payment is needed to get a quote.
13 days is enough to reach the Sahara from Casablanca and back with time in the dunes — shorter itineraries mean longer days in the vehicle, longer ones add a second desert night, gorges or a rest day. Tell us your priorities and we'll pace it to suit you.
Roughly 2,150 km in total over the 13 days — about 34 hours of driving spread across the trip, in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver. The longest legs are broken up with stops at viewpoints, kasbahs and tea houses. Each day's driving is shown in the day-by-day itinerary above.
Included: Mountains, Sightseeing , Coastal, Trekking, Desert. Not included: international flights, travel insurance, lunches (unless stated), tips and personal expenses. We'll confirm exactly what's covered before you book.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal — warm days, cool desert nights and clear skies. Summer is very hot in the desert and the south; winter is quieter, with cold nights and the chance of snow on the Atlas passes. The tour runs year-round.
Yes — most departures are private, just your party with your own guide and driver. Small-group departures are also available on some dates. Say which you prefer when you inquire.
The tour starts in Casablanca. Airport or hotel pickup in Casablanca is arranged for you, and we can also help with the first night's accommodation if you arrive early.
Many nationalities — including the US, Canada, UK, Australia and most EU countries — can enter Morocco visa-free for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Rules vary by passport, so confirm what applies to you before booking.
A reasonable level of general fitness is enough — expect walking on uneven ground in the medinas and gorges, some early starts, and on Sahara itineraries a short camel trek (which is optional). Tell us about any mobility concerns and we'll adjust.
Yes. Dates, pace, hotels, the number of desert nights and extra stops can all be changed. Use the form on this page to tell us what you have in mind.
Layers for big day-to-night temperature swings, sun protection, a scarf for sand and wind, and closed shoes for the camel trek. See our full desert packing list.
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