Kingdom of Nomads and Sultans
A Journey Through Morocco’s Royal and Nomadic Heritage
Experience an extraordinary journey through Morocco’s rich cultural and historical heritage with MoroccoThisWay, your trusted tour operator. This unique itinerary takes you through the most significant royal cities and breathtaking landscapes, following the path of Morocco’s great dynasties from the south to the north. Discover the roots of the Almoravids, Almohads, Saadians, and the ruling Alaouite dynasty while exploring the imperial cities, Berber heartlands, and the mesmerizing Sahara Desert.
Enjoy the comfort of handpicked luxury accommodations, a personal English-speaking driver and guide, and a comfortable air-conditioned minivan throughout your journey. Your experience is designed to be seamless, enriching, and truly unforgettable.
Tour Highlights
✅ Explore Morocco’s imperial cities: Marrakesh, Rabat, Fez, and Meknes
✅ Discover the Berber and nomadic heritage of the Sahara and Atlas Mountains
✅ Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites like Aït Benhaddou and Volubilis
✅ Experience a luxury desert camp in Merzouga with a camel trek
✅ Travel through breathtaking landscapes, from the Rif Mountains to the Sahara
✅ Enjoy personalized service, exclusive accommodations, and authentic Moroccan cuisine
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Marrakesh or Casablanca
Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Marrakesh or Casablanca airport, you will be greeted by your personal English-speaking driver and guide from MoroccoThisWay. Private transfer to your luxury hotel or riad with breakfast. Sea-view rooms are available upon request.
Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat
- Morning city tour of Casablanca, visiting:
- Mohammed V Square
- Hassan II Mosque (optional visit)
- Habous neighborhood
- Drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Overnight stay in one of Rabat’s most beautiful riads with breakfast.
Day 3: Rabat – Chefchaouen
- Visit Rabat’s highlights:
- Royal Palace District (Mechouar)
- Chellah Necropolis
- Hassan Tower & Mausoleum of Mohammed V
- Kasbah of the Oudayas
- Drive towards Chefchaouen via the Rif Mountains, stopping in Tetouan for a guided tour.
- Overnight in a traditional riad or luxury hotel in Chefchaouen with breakfast.
Day 4: Chefchaouen – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez
- Morning visit to the blue-painted streets of Chefchaouen.
- Drive to Meknes, explore:
- Bab El Mansour
- El Hedim Square
- Moulay Ismail Mausoleum
- Visit Volubilis, Morocco’s best-preserved Roman ruins (guided tour).
- Continue to Fez. Overnight in a riad with breakfast.
Day 5: Fez – Full-Day Exploration
- Guided tour of Morocco’s oldest imperial city, including:
- Medersa Attarine
- Nejjarine Square & Mosaic Fountain
- Fez El Jadid & Royal Palace (exterior visit)
- Old Mellah (Jewish Quarter)
- Optional lunch in a traditional palace.
- Overnight in a riad with breakfast.
Day 6: Fez – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga
- Drive through Ifrane (Moroccan Switzerland) and Azrou cedar forest.
- Stop in Midelt at the foot of the Djebel El Ayachi mountains.
- Cross the Ziz Valley and arrive in Erfoud, the gateway to the Sahara.
- 4×4 transfer to Merzouga luxury desert camp with private facilities.
- Dinner and overnight under the stars.
Day 7: Merzouga – Rissani – Tinghir – Dades Gorges
- Optional camel trek at sunrise in the Sahara.
- Visit Rissani, including:
- 17th-century Ksar of Moulay Ismail
- Mausoleum of Ali Chérif (Alaouite dynasty founder)
- Drive to Todra Gorges, famous for its 140-meter cliffs.
- Continue to Dades Gorges, with overnight stay in a riad with dinner & breakfast.
Day 8: Dades Gorges – Ouarzazate
- Enjoy scenic drives and optional short hikes in the Dades Valley.
- Arrive in Ouarzazate, Morocco’s film capital. Optional visit to Atlas Film Studios.
- Overnight in a riad with breakfast.
Day 9: Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou – Marrakesh
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou, a historic ksar.
- Drive over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m) to Marrakesh.
- Overnight in a luxury riad with breakfast.
Day 10: Marrakesh – Full-Day Exploration
- Guided city tour including:
- Koutoubia Mosque
- Saadian Tombs
- Bahia Palace
- Jemaa el-Fnaa Square & souks
- Optional lunch in a historic riad.
- Overnight in a luxury riad with breakfast.
Day 11-12: Free Days in Marrakesh or Essaouira (Optional)
- Choose between:
- Relaxing in Marrakesh with optional spa treatments.
- Day trip to Essaouira, a charming Atlantic coastal town.
- Overnight in Marrakesh or Essaouira with breakfast.
Day 13: Marrakesh – Departure
- Private transfer to Marrakesh airport 3 hours before departure.
- End of an unforgettable journey with MoroccoThisWay.
Tour Inclusions
✔ Private air-conditioned minivan with personal English-speaking driver
✔ All accommodations in riads/hotels (upgrades available)
✔ Daily breakfast, selected dinners in the desert & Dades
✔ Guided tours in Fez, Meknes, Volubilis, and Tetouan
✔ Luxury Sahara desert camp experience
✔ Camel trek in Merzouga
✔ Entrance fees for major monuments
Not Included
✘ International flights
✘ Optional lunches & dinners
✘ Drinks, tips, and personal expenses
This tour is fully customizable. Contact MoroccoThisWay for personalized experiences!
