On the first day of our trip

We are going to pick you up in Casablanca and drive to Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco. When we arrive in Rabat, there are some interesting sites that we are going to visit. First, we are going to visit the old medina where you will find many shops with different traditional things. Second, our next destination will be the Kasbah of Udaya which is one of Moroccan old medinas. It is known as the blue medina. Its blue walls and houses that reflect the rich history that once took place in the region. In addition to that, we will also visit Hassan tower which is the minaret of an incomplete mosque.

The ruler Yaacob El Mansoor undertook a project to build what would be the largest mosque in the entire world. But, unfortunately, he died before the building was completed. As a result, the work was abandoned. In 2012, UNESCO granted world heritage status to that site. Right near Hassan tower, there is the tomb of Mohamed V, Morocco’s first post-independence king. Then our next destination will be Chellah whose ruins have a lot to tell about the old civilizations.

On the same day, we are going to drive to Meknes. When we arrive there, we will visit some of its monuments, namely Bab Mansoor. It is an iconic gateway that overlooks to Lahdim square. It is where a bunch of activities take place such as storytelling, snake charming and selling a variety of things. After we show you around, we will drive to fez for an overnight sleep at the Riad.

On the second day

You will meet a local guide in the Riad where you will be staying. He will be the one showing you around Fez city. He will take you to see some of the most visited places. For instance, the royal palace is popular for photos, particularly in front of the colorful, imposing facade and gold-colored doors. After that, you will be taken to see the Mellah or the Jewish quarter that is an icon of the Jews who used to live there in Fez and who had to leave in the late forties and early fifties of the last century.

Then you will be escorted to the Fez El Bali. Also, known as the old medina where you will get to see the Andalusian Quarter and the Qarawyyin that was embellished with Kufic inscriptions that reflect Islamic Art. Lastly, the tour guide will take you for a tour in Chouara Tannery that is one of the largest tannery in the city of fez. It will give you an idea of how leather jackets, shoes, and sandals are made using animal skin. After lunch, we are going to meet and take you to the car to see some other panoramic views.

On the third day

We will leave for the desert. In the morning, and on the way, we are going to stop at some spots both to rest, and take some pictures. The first stop will be in Ifran, the city that is mostly referred to as the little Switzerland of Africa. Its beautiful architecture and the snow that falls there during winter, and which makes it look fabulous. After a while, we’ll get to the forest of Azrou where you’ll be able to see Barbary apes, which are a type of monkeys that is found in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

After that, we’ll drive toward Midelt city where we are going to stop for lunch. And then, carry on driving to a certain place where there are high mountains that are known as Tizi n Tlghomt. By then, you will feel that you are getting closer to the Sahara Desert. When we arrive in the desert, we’ll ride on camels’ backs to enjoy the golden sand and the beautiful Sharan sunset. At nightfall, we are going to go to the camp both to rest and have something to eat. After dinner, we will enjoy listening to the Berber drummers.

On the fourth day

In the next morning, we are going to make sure you wake up early to enjoy the sunrise. Witnessing the sunset in the desert is one of the chances you must not miss, especially if you like taking pictures. When the sun starts to get hotter, the camels will take you back to the hotel, then we are going to drive to Tinghir city. More importantly, we are going to see the Gorges of Toudgha that attract large numbers of visitors.

Its enchanting views on the road there such as palm trees and old Berber Architecture. The Toudgha Gorges is going to be the place where we are going to have lunch that day before we resume driving. After Lunchtime, and in the afternoon, we will be heading to Dades valley that is a series of rugged gorges. Afterward, we are going to take you to your hotel to rest and sleep.

On the fifth day

We are going to drive to see the Captivating views of the Kelaat Mgouna. It is known as the town of roses given the fact that there is a valley there that grows attractive roses with beautiful scents. On the way to Ouarzazate, we are going to pass by some wonderful small villages and whenever you feel like you want to stop for a while, we will be pleased to stop and step out of the vehicle for some pictures. Last but not least, we are going to visit Skoura and then arrive in Ouarzazate that many travelers refer to as the Hollywood of Morocco, and then our next stop will be the Berber Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou

The most loved Kasbah, its traditionality and simplicity of its inhabitants. When you see this Kasbah’s pictures, you’ll think it is a painting by an Artist, but in fact, it is much more beautiful than that in real life. In the afternoon, we will drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the pass of Tichka where there is a lot of views to see such as nomads herding cattle and small Berber villages that we will pass by as we travel toward our destination, Marrakesh that is the top destination for travelers here in Morocco.