Morocco Itinerary 9 Days, Desert & Imperial Cities
About This Tour
Morocco itinerary 9 days takes you on an adventure to discover the real treasures of Morocco. the tour includes the main top attractions of Morocco.
During this tour, you will discover the diverse geography of Morocco, the medieval kasbahs, and old cities that have stepped back in time and watch the world change. In addition, you will experience one thousand and one night in the desert.
The tour mixes culture with adventure and allows you to see the maximum of places in a short time.
Highlights:
- Ride camels and camp in the Desert
- Wander in the blue-washed city of Chefchaouen
- Discover the ancient Roman ruins in Volubilis
- Feed and take pictures with wild monkeys
- Discover the oldest surviving city in the world, Fez
- Explore exotic markets and souks of Morocco
- Wander in Marrakech and visit Jamaa El Fna
Program Itinerary
Casablanca - Rabat
Morocco itinerary 9 days starts at Casablanca. Arrival at Casablanca International Airport, where we will meet you and drive to Casablanca and Rabat, the capital of Morocco. In Casablanca, you will see the Hassan II Mosque, the largest outside Mecca, and experience the coastal seaside, Cornwall. Then we will leave to Rabat. Here, you will see the Hassan Tower and the Oudayas Kasbah, before entering your Riad in the medina. Night at Riad or Hotel
Rabat - Chefchaouen
The second day of your Morocco itinerary takes you to Chefchaouen. After breakfast, you’ll visit Roman and Islamic ruins, the 20th-century Andalusian Gardens, and Hassan Tower, a 12th-century minaret. After around 4 hours, you reach Chefchaouen and you will be impressed by the majestic view along the way. You arrive to Chefchaouen in the evening. Overnight at your Riad in Chefchaouen.
Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fez
On the third day of our Morocco itinerary 9 days, we will head to Fez. The drive involves multiple stops along the way especially in Meknes and Volubilis. Volubilis is a great landmark in Morocco. It was founded by the Berber people in the 3rd century BC. After the fall of Carthage, the city became part of Mauretania. However, in 25 BC, King Juba II was placed on the throne and began building his royal capital at Volubilis. After Volubilis we will head to Meknes, which is another imperial city of Morocco. We will enjoy a guided tour in the old medina. We will explore the best tourist sites, including the door of Bad Mansour and the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail. After lunch, we will head to Fez for a night in a riad in the medina.
Fez guided tour
Breakfast in your riad, then start a tour of the Medina where you will visit many hidden treasures that only the locals know. Fez has been the capital of Morocco for over 350 years and is home to the University of Al Karaouine, the oldest university in the world. Your guided tour will take you to Moulay Idriss mausoleum, the Nejjarine Fountains, and the Tanneries. After lunch, you can see the outside of the Royal Palace and walk through the famous Jewish quarter “Mellah”, where you will have the opportunity to visit one of the few synagogues of life in Morocco. Your visit to Fez includes a short visit to the famous ceramic factory, then you can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire medina. In the afternoon we will go to the new city for a drink. Overnight at your RIAD.
Fez - Azrou - Midlet - Ziz Valley - Merzouga
After breakfast in your Riad, you will go south-east following the caravan route to Merzouga. During this trip, you will experience a glimpse of the Middle Atlas and the upper Atlas Mountains. Stop at the cedar forest, the largest in Morocco, on the mountains of the Middle Atlas, where you can see the barbarian monkeys. after lunch, in Midelt, you will continue through the large open desert, and notice how the landscape changes to reveal hints of the desert as you approach the city Errachidia. Your journey continues along the lush Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet palm grove, famous for the culture of the date. This area is the foundation of the Alaouite dynasty – the current royal family in Morocco. You will arrive in Merzouga at the end of the afternoon. Another journey will start as you ride your camels that will take you to spend your night in the desert. At night, you will eat Berber food and dance under Berber music.
Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Gorges
Early in the morning, your camel guide will wake you up to watch the sun rising. Maybe it’s the best sunrise in your life. Then, After breakfast at the camp, you will trek camels to the village of Merzouga. En route, you might not fail to appreciate the unique and spectacular beauty of the sand dunes of “Chebbi” – in the changing light of day. Later, we drive to Tinghir, and Todra gorges – the tallest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. After lunch at the heart of the gorges, we will drive through the Dades Valley, where you will see the majestic sand castles and the amazing rock formations known as “monkey toes”. Overnight will be in at your hotel overlooking the Dades valley. Dinner & breakfast included
Dades Valley - Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakech
After breakfast at the hotel, we drive through the Dades Valley to Kalaat Mgouna and Ouarzazate. The road through the Dades Valley is the path of a thousand Casbahs – providing plenty of opportunities to take some of the best pictures. We will stop at Kalaat Mgouna, “the pink city”, then in Ait Ait Ben Haddou before we continue our Morocco itinerary 9 days to Marrakech. Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou was built by Et Hami El Glaoui, one of the last Berber leaders during the 18th century. After visiting the Kasbah, your journey will continue through the twisty itinerary of Tizi n’Tichka (2260m) on the High Atlas. By the evening, you arrive to Marrakech. Overnight at your hotel in close to Jamaa El Fna.
Marrakech guided tour
After breakfast in your RIAD, you can enjoy a guided morning tour of Marrakech, “the red city of Morocco”. Your guide will ensure that you see all the sites with historical values and cultural interests, including the Minaret Koutoubia, the Saadian tombs, the beautiful Bahia Palace and Ben Youssef Koranic school. through the alleys – get a chance to admire all the different artisans of the medina exercising their trades before arriving at the famous Jamaa El Fna square. Lunch in a restaurant near the square. Then in the afternoon visits the Majorelle Gardens, and a quick tour of Gueliz – the new city of Marrakech. Later, after dinner, you will have the opportunity to walk through the Jama El Fna square entertained by magicians, storytellers, tooth pullers, and food vendors. Overnight will be at your riad.
End of 9 days Morocco itinerary
Today, your Morocco itinerary 9 days from Casablanca comes to end. Our driver will check for your flight details and comes to transfer you to the airport. We hope that you enjoyed Morocco and you had great memories with us.
Expedition Media Gallery
A visual glimpse of the spectacular landscapes awaiting you.
Inclusions & Trip Details
What's Included
- Guided city tours and monument fees
- Comfortable private transportation with guide English speaking
- Camel trek and the overnight in Luxury Camp
- Airport meet and great service
- Dinner at a local restaurant in Marrakech with Music and Moroccan dancing
- Half board during the tour
- Fuel
- 8 Breakfasts and 4 dinners in the desert
Not Included
- Airline taxes
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Flights
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance, medical emergency
- Tips to guide and driver (optional)
- Anything not stated in included part
Interactive Route Map
Explore your complete journey route on this interactive map. Select any destination marker to discover what awaits you on each day.
Route Milestones
Frequently Asked Questions
What luggage and clothing should I pack for this trip?
We recommend comfortable walking shoes for medina cobbles and dunes, loose breathable cotton layers for daytime exploration, and a warm fleece or jacket for crisp desert evenings and mountain passes. Sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera are essential.
Can this itinerary and accommodation level be customized?
Yes, absolutely! Every Sahara Star Tours package is 100% private and customizable. We can adjust the pacing, departure city, hotel tiers (Standard Riads, Comfort Boutique, or 5-Star Luxury Glamping), and add unique stops to match your travel dreams.
Where does pickup and drop-off take place?
We provide seamless door-to-door pickup and drop-off directly from your hotel, riad, or airport in Casablanca. Your private English-speaking driver/guide will greet you warmly with personalized signage.
Are special dietary requirements catered for?
Yes, all partner riads and our Sahara desert luxury camp chefs cater happily to vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free dietary requirements. Simply let us know your preferences during booking.
How do reservations and deposits work?
After submitting your inquiry, our local travel specialists in Marrakech will confirm availability and send your official itinerary voucher. A modest deposit secures your dates via credit card, PayPal, or wire transfer, with the balance paid safely upon arrival.
