Morocco & Sahara Desert Tour 7N/8D

Day 1: CASABLANCA

We meet at the international departures terminal three hours before the flight. After completing baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, we begin our flight to Casablanca with the airline's scheduled service. Upon our arrival at Casablanca Airport, we are transferred to our hotel in Marrakesh with a private bus waiting for us, and then we will have free time to rest. We spend the night at our hotel.

Day 2: MARRAKECH

After having breakfast at the hotel, we begin our full-day tour of the Red City of Marrakesh. Our first stop during the tour will be Jmaa el Fna, the largest square in Africa, famous for its vibrant atmosphere, street performances, snake charmers, and open-air restaurants, as well as the Koutubia Minaret. Next, we will visit the magnificent Bahia Palace, decorated with traditional tiles. As we continue our tour, we will explore how Marrakesh, especially since the early 1900s, has become a favorite spot for French fashion designers, artists, musicians, and adventurers. The city, being a significant hub for African trade, has always embodied the colors of Africa and has once guided Islamic art and philosophy. We will then visit the medina, where medieval traditions are still alive, giving us a glimpse into the past. Later, we will explore Jardin Majorelle, known as Yves Saint Laurent's secret garden and one of the finest examples of Moroccan architecture. In this enchanting garden, we will have the chance to see and photograph unique plants. After the tour, we will return to our hotel and have free time. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: MARRAKECH

After having breakfast at the hotel and checking out of our rooms, we set off towards Ouarzazate. During our journey, we will visit the stunning Ait Benhaddou, a village that has hosted the shooting of many famous Hollywood films, as well as the Hollywood film studios. It will be fascinating to learn that films such as "Lawrence of Arabia," "The Jewel of the Nile," "The Mummy," "Gladiator," "Alexander the Great," "Babel," and the popular TV series "Game of Thrones" were filmed here. After a lunch break in Ait Benhaddou, we arrive in the late afternoon at Ouarzazate, which has hosted many Hollywood films and welcomed famous names like Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Martin Scorsese. We settle into our hotel and relax after a long day.

Day 4: SAHARA DESERT

After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Tinghir. Today will be like a journey full of stories. On one side, we will be accompanied by the vast desert views, and on the other, the majestic silhouette of the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we will visit the water canals, Todra Valley, and the famous rose town of M'gouna. We then arrive at the Merzouga Desert and settle into our accommodation. After dinner, we gather around the campfire and experience unforgettable moments under thousands of stars. Don’t forget to set your alarms to witness the magnificent sunrise the next morning. Our accommodation will take place in this enchanting desert atmosphere.

Day 5: SAHARA DESERT

We start the day enjoying the sunrise at our special facility in the desert. Guests who wish can go on a camel safari in the mesmerizing atmosphere of the desert. After taking stunning photographs and having breakfast, we head towards Ifrane. On the way, we stop for lunch at a local restaurant in the town of Midelt. Then we continue to photograph the magnificent views of the Ziz Valley. Later, we head towards Ifrane, located at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Known as the "Little Switzerland of Morocco," Ifrane is a tourist attraction with its ski resort and Swiss-style architecture. After a coffee break here, we transfer to our hotel in Fes. Free time to relax.

Day 6: FES - CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our exploration of the fascinating Medina of Fes. First, we will visit the monumental gate of the Royal Palace of Fes, Bab-el Makhzen, and the surrounding Jewish Quarter, Mellah, on foot. We will continue our walk through the labyrinthine alleys of the historic Medina. Among the sites we will visit are the Attarine Madrasa, the Karaouine University, Nejjarine Square, the marketplace selling traditional Moroccan jewelry and copper items, and the famous tannery near the Fes River, where leather is still processed using traditional methods. After our exploration, we head to the Blue City of Chefchaouen, which has gained international fame. After a pleasant walk through the blue, maze-like streets of Chefchaouen, guests who wish will have free time to shop. At the time indicated by our guide, we meet and transfer to our hotel in Chefchaouen. Free time to relax.

Day 7: CHEFCHAOUEN - RABAT

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the capital city of Rabat. Rabat is an elegant city located on the banks of the Bou Regreg River, surrounded by eucalyptus and cork oak forests. Since the return of the exiled king was declared from this city, Rabat has been the capital of Morocco. In Rabat, we will visit Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. After our visit to Rabat, we head towards Casablanca. Casablanca, which hosted negotiations and intense espionage activities during World War II, gained worldwide fame thanks to the famous Hollywood movie "Casablanca," remembered for the phrase "Play it again, Sam." Today, Casablanca is a bustling industrial city with one of the largest ports in Africa and Morocco. In Casablanca, we will see Mohammed V Square, the Hassan II Mosque panoramically, and the lively seaside promenade of Corniche.

Day 2: MARRAKECH

After having breakfast at the hotel, we begin our full-day tour of the Red City of Marrakesh. Our first stop during the tour will be Jmaa el Fna, the largest square in Africa, famous for its vibrant atmosphere, street performances, snake charmers, and open-air restaurants, as well as the Koutubia Minaret. Next, we will visit the magnificent Bahia Palace, decorated with traditional tiles. As we continue our tour, we will explore how Marrakesh, especially since the early 1900s, has become a favorite spot for French fashion designers, artists, musicians, and adventurers. The city, being a significant hub for African trade, has always embodied the colors of Africa and has once guided Islamic art and philosophy. We will then visit the medina, where medieval traditions are still alive, giving us a glimpse into the past. Later, we will explore Jardin Majorelle, known as Yves Saint Laurent's secret garden and one of the finest examples of Moroccan architecture. In this enchanting garden, we will have the chance to see and photograph unique plants. After the tour, we will return to our hotel and have free time. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: MARRAKECH

After having breakfast at the hotel and checking out of our rooms, we set off towards Ouarzazate. During our journey, we will visit the stunning Ait Benhaddou, a village that has hosted the shooting of many famous Hollywood films, as well as the Hollywood film studios. It will be fascinating to learn that films such as "Lawrence of Arabia," "The Jewel of the Nile," "The Mummy," "Gladiator," "Alexander the Great," "Babel," and the popular TV series "Game of Thrones" were filmed here. After a lunch break in Ait Benhaddou, we arrive in the late afternoon at Ouarzazate, which has hosted many Hollywood films and welcomed famous names like Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, and Martin Scorsese. We settle into our hotel and relax after a long day.

Day 4: SAHARA DESERT

After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Tinghir. Today will be like a journey full of stories. On one side, we will be accompanied by the vast desert views, and on the other, the majestic silhouette of the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we will visit the water canals, Todra Valley, and the famous rose town of M'gouna. We then arrive at the Merzouga Desert and settle into our accommodation. After dinner, we gather around the campfire and experience unforgettable moments under thousands of stars. Don’t forget to set your alarms to witness the magnificent sunrise the next morning. Our accommodation will take place in this enchanting desert atmosphere.

Day 5: SAHARA DESERT

We start the day enjoying the sunrise at our special facility in the desert. Guests who wish can go on a camel safari in the mesmerizing atmosphere of the desert. After taking stunning photographs and having breakfast, we head towards Ifrane. On the way, we stop for lunch at a local restaurant in the town of Midelt. Then we continue to photograph the magnificent views of the Ziz Valley. Later, we head towards Ifrane, located at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Known as the "Little Switzerland of Morocco," Ifrane is a tourist attraction with its ski resort and Swiss-style architecture. After a coffee break here, we transfer to our hotel in Fes. Free time to relax.

Day 6: FES - CHEFCHAOUEN

After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our exploration of the fascinating Medina of Fes. First, we will visit the monumental gate of the Royal Palace of Fes, Bab-el Makhzen, and the surrounding Jewish Quarter, Mellah, on foot. We will continue our walk through the labyrinthine alleys of the historic Medina. Among the sites we will visit are the Attarine Madrasa, the Karaouine University, Nejjarine Square, the marketplace selling traditional Moroccan jewelry and copper items, and the famous tannery near the Fes River, where leather is still processed using traditional methods. After our exploration, we head to the Blue City of Chefchaouen, which has gained international fame. After a pleasant walk through the blue, maze-like streets of Chefchaouen, guests who wish will have free time to shop. At the time indicated by our guide, we meet and transfer to our hotel in Chefchaouen. Free time to relax.

Day 7: CHEFCHAOUEN - RABAT

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the capital city of Rabat. Rabat is an elegant city located on the banks of the Bou Regreg River, surrounded by eucalyptus and cork oak forests. Since the return of the exiled king was declared from this city, Rabat has been the capital of Morocco. In Rabat, we will visit Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. After our visit to Rabat, we head towards Casablanca. Casablanca, which hosted negotiations and intense espionage activities during World War II, gained worldwide fame thanks to the famous Hollywood movie "Casablanca," remembered for the phrase "Play it again, Sam." Today, Casablanca is a bustling industrial city with one of the largest ports in Africa and Morocco. In Casablanca, we will see Mohammed V Square, the Hassan II Mosque panoramically, and the lively seaside promenade of Corniche.