Day 1: Rabat to Fes
We’ll travel to Fez after a delicious breakfast at the riad, stopping at Meknes, a city nestled among the Middle Atlas Mountains. We will make stops at many points of interest, including the Roman remains (Volubilis), which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue on to Fes after lunch in Meknes. We will arrive in Fez in the afternoon and go to our hostel, where you will have supper and sleep.
Day 2: Visiting the sights of Fes:
Our one-day journey to Fes will begin in the morning from your hotel as part of our 6-day tour from Rabat to Marrakech. To begin, your Moroccan trip guide will pick you up to take you to the Madrasa Bou Inania. Abou Inan Faris created an architectural school in AD 1351–56. Non-Muslims are allowed to visit one of Fes’ sacred monuments. It was also a location where children were taught the Quran and other religious topics.
Second, we’ll go to Fes El Bali, which translates as “the ancient city of Fes.” The majority of the local restaurants and hotels may be found there. Take the main gate, “Bab Boujloud,” to get there. Several well-known souks and historic Moroccan sites may be found here. For example, the Al-Andalus mosque, the Medersa Sehrij, and others.
Finally, you and your guide will go to the Chouara tanneries, which are known for being the biggest in the cultural city. Many handcrafted leather goods may be found here. Only particular spices are used to paint the leather, and the wholes are dry by the end of the day. It is advised that you visit the neighboring roofs owned by the shop’s proprietors for the best views.
Another stop will be at the Jewish Quarter, or Mellah, as it is known. It is a well-known location in Fes El Jedid that depicts the Jewish population in Fes via its early twentieth-century residences.
Finally, we’ll go to Fes to see the ceramic arts, where you can see men and women chop mosaic tile pieces and paint imaginative patterns on plates.
Fes, Ifrane, Ziz Valley and Merzouga Desert on Day 3
Our 6-day tour from Rabat to Marrakech will begin at your hotel or at the airport. We’ll pick you up and take you on a tour of the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping at the most important sights along the way. On your trip to Ifrane, you will first be able to take in the scenery of the Atlas Mountains. Because of the architectural style of the Alpine area of Switzerland, the town is known as Morocco’s Switzerland. You will also visit Cedar Forest after touring Ifrane. This forest’s barbarian apes are entertaining and amusing. As a result, you will have a great time with them and take amazing images.
Second, we’ll travel to Midelt across lush terrain, passing nomads with their herds. We’ll take a lunch break in Midelt and enjoy the climate and mountain views. In addition, the lengthy journey through the mountains with its panoramic view will capture your attention. The scenery of Ziz Valley is very distinct from the preceding ones. Palm trees and classic adobe dwellings may be seen in this area. You’ll also get the opportunity to explore this valley, which is home to a palm tree oasis.
Finally, we’ll continue our journey to Merzouga, Morocco. You will be greeted with mint tea amid the desert. Then you’ll go on a camel trekking adventure. One of the most memorable experiences will be crossing the dunes and watching the spectacular sunset. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in boarding and local life. Locals will entertain you with drum music around the fire after supper, and you will spend the rest of the night beneath the stars.
Day 4: Exploring the Merzouga desert
A spectacular day journey in the Merzouga desert will be the second day of the 6-day tour from Rabat to Marrakech.
The employees will make it a point to get up early in order to see the stunning dawn over the desert. We will pick you up from the camp after breakfast to begin your desert-day adventure. Our first stop will be at Khamlia village. It is a Mali-based community populated by individuals of African descent.
They perform traditional Gnaoua music for you to enjoy while learning about their history. We will also go off-road to the Mifiss mines. The location is a daily Berber adventurous labor site that is roughly 30 meters deep.
The nomads will be our second stop. It will be a fantastic opportunity to learn about their lives and experiences while sipping tea in a hand-crafted tent. You’ll also get a bird’s-eye perspective of the whole desert. Later, we’ll go to a Berber town for lunch at a typical restaurant serving Berber pizza.
Finally, we’ll travel to the hotel, where we’ll have free time to roam about and spend the night.
Merzouga-Daraa Valley-Ouarzazate on Day 5
After breakfast at the hotel, your 6-day tour from Rabat to Marrakech will continue. In this location, you will learn and experience a variety of topics. Rissani is a historic city known for its ancient market and traditional way of life. You’ll take a stroll around this local market and learn about traditional products and how the market is set up. Furthermore, you will witness how humans have dressed in traditional clothing since the beginning of time.
Later, we’ll travel to Draa Valley along the road. On our journey, we will pass through Berber communities and palm tree gardens. You will also have time to visit the Berber settlement of Nkob and see the scenery of the Draa River, Morocco’s longest river. Nonetheless, the Anti-Atlas Mountains provide stunning mountain vistas. You will have the opportunity to pause and take in some magnificent mountain views.
We’ll go to Ouarzazate after enjoying the drive over the Anti-Atlas Mountains. It’s also regarded as the “Hollywood of Africa,” since it’s where a number of films, like Game of Thrones, Gladiator, and others, are shot. You will spend the night at a riad or hotel in the area.
Ouarzazate-Ait Bend Haddou-Marrakech, Day 6
Following your breakfast at your lodging, you will visit Ouarzazatz’s movie studio. You will tour the studio where the above-mentioned films were shot. Later, we go to Ait Ben Haddou’s Kasbah. Since 1987, it has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as Morocco’s biggest Kasbah. It is regarded as Morocco’s greatest example of architectural mud-brick buildings.
After admiring and exploring the Kasbah, you’ll travel across the High Atlas Mountains. You’ll get the opportunity to drive via the Tizi-N-Tichka mountain pass. You will also get the opportunity to pause for panoramic views and visit the Argan oil cooperative. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn about the process of utilizing it to produce cosmetics.
Finally, we’ll make our way to Marrakech and drop you off at your hotel. Then our 6-day tour from Rabat to Marrakech comes to a close, and we wish you a safe journey.
