Imperial Cities From the Atlantic to the Sahara – 7 Days of Adventure and Culture
Treat yourself to an unforgettable journey through the diverse landscapes of Morocco, from the Atlantic coast to the golden dunes of the Sahara. This 7-Day Imperial Cities and Sahara Tour takes you from Rabat to Merzouga, passing through imperial cities, Berber villages of the Middle Atlas, southern palm groves, impressive gorges and historic kasbahs.
On the agenda are culture, nature, adventure and authentic encounters. You will travel through major sites such as Volubilis, Fez, Ifrane, the Ziz Valley, the Erg Chebbi dunes and the stunning Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, with a magical desert bivouac after a camel ride at sunset. The tour price is €1050 per person.
7-Day Imperial Cities and Sahara Tour Highlights
- Atlantic to Sahara routeTravel from Rabat and the imperial cities to Merzouga, Ouarzazate and Marrakech through a rich mix of landscapes.
- Volubilis, Middle Atlas & Ziz ValleyCross important cultural and natural regions including Volubilis, the cedar landscapes of the Middle Atlas and the dramatic Ziz Valley.
- Camel ride & desert bivouacEnjoy a camel ride at sunset and spend a memorable night in a nomad tent at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Gorges, kasbahs & medinasDiscover Todgha Gorge, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou and lively medinas with carefully selected riads and charming hotels.
7-Day Imperial Cities and Sahara Tour Itinerary
7 days · 6 nightsDAY 01Marrakech / Casablanca – Rabat
Arrival transfer & first imperial city
- Pick-up from Marrakech Menara Airport and transfer to Casablanca, or arrival from Casablanca.
- Drive onward to Rabat.
- Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a riad located in the medina.
DAY 02Rabat – Meknes
Hassan Tower, Udayas & Meknes
- In the morning, visit the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas.
- Drive to Meknes with stops at the main tourist attractions.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Meknes.
DAY 03Meknes – Volubilis – Fez
Roman ruins & arrival in Fez
- After breakfast, depart for Volubilis near Moulay Idriss.
- Visit the Roman ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Continue to Fez and arrive in the afternoon.
- Evening and overnight stay at a riad located in the medina.
DAY 04Fez – Ifrane – Midelt
Guided Fez visit & Middle Atlas crossing
- After breakfast, depart for a guided tour of Fez.
- Continue towards Midelt via Ifrane.
- Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, a lush and forested region of pine and cedar trees.
- Evening and overnight stay in Midelt.
DAY 05Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Sahara arrival, camel ride & bivouac
- After breakfast, depart for Merzouga via Errachidia.
- Cross the Ziz Valley to reach the Merzouga dunes.
- Upon arrival, ride camels to the bivouac.
- Enjoy a sunset in the Sahara Desert.
- Dinner and overnight stay at the bivouac in a nomad tent at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
DAY 06Merzouga – Todgha Gorge – Ouarzazate
Rissani, Erfoud & southern valleys
- After breakfast, depart for Ouarzazate via Rissani, Erfoud, Tinejdad, Tineghir and Boumalne.
- In Tineghir, pass through the magnificent Todgha Gorge.
- Continue via the Valley of Roses and Boumalne Dades before reaching Ouarzazate.
- Evening and overnight stay in Ouarzazate in a charming hotel.
DAY 07Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Kasbah visit & Tizi N’Tichka return
- Visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Return to Marrakech via the Tizi N’Tichka pass.
- Arrival at the end of the day.
7-Day Imperial Cities and Sahara Tour Experience
What You Experience
- Arrival and imperial-city discovery between Rabat, Meknes and Fez.
- A stop at Volubilis, one of Morocco’s most important Roman archaeological sites.
- A guided visit of Fez and a scenic crossing of the Middle Atlas via Ifrane.
- Arrival in Merzouga with a camel ride and a desert bivouac in a nomad tent.
- Southern Morocco stages through Rissani, Erfoud, Todgha Gorge, the Valley of Roses and Ouarzazate.
- A final visit to the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou before returning to Marrakech.
Why Choose This Tour?
- A balanced route from the Atlantic to the Sahara.
- Imperial cities, Roman heritage and desert adventure in one itinerary.
- Authentic accommodations in riads, hotels and a Sahara bivouac.
- A rich variety of landscapes, from coastlines and mountains to dunes and kasbahs.
FAQs – 7-Day Imperial Cities and Sahara Tour
How much is the 7-Day Imperial Cities and Sahara Tour?
The tour price is €1050 per person. Use the traveler selector in the booking form to calculate your group total instantly.
What is the route of this tour?
The route begins with arrival from Marrakech or Casablanca and continues through Rabat, Meknes, Volubilis, Fez, Midelt, Merzouga, Todgha Gorge, Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou before ending in Marrakech.
When do we experience the Sahara?
On day 5, you travel to Merzouga, cross the Ziz Valley, ride camels to the bivouac and enjoy a desert sunset before spending the night in a nomad tent.
What kinds of accommodation are included?
The itinerary includes riads in the medinas, a stay in Midelt, a desert bivouac in Merzouga, and a charming hotel in Ouarzazate.
What are the main cultural highlights?
The main cultural highlights include the Hassan Tower, the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Roman site of Volubilis, the medina of Fez and the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
Volubilis on WikipediaHow do I book this tour?
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