Luxury Morocco Vacation: 10 Days of Imperial Cities & the Sahara
A ten-day luxury Morocco vacation from Casablanca to Marrakech: the imperial cities, the dunes of Erg Chebbi, the gorges and kasbahs, with hand-picked riads and a private driver-guide all the way.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this luxury Morocco vacation
Our luxury Morocco vacation crosses the country from Casablanca to Marrakech in ten days. It links the imperial cities, the Sahara and the kasbahs of the south.
First, you visit the Hassan II Mosque and the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat. Then Meknes and Roman Volubilis lead you to two nights in Fes, with a cooking class. After that, you ride camels to a luxury desert camp for two nights in Erg Chebbi. Next, you walk in the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley and ride a horse at Aït Benhaddou. Finally, a balloon flight and a hammam end the trip in Marrakech. In short, this Morocco luxury tour 10 days long is a private luxury Morocco vacation on your dates.
Highlights of this luxury Morocco vacation
- Hassan II Mosque & royal Rabat
- Roman Volubilis & Meknes
- Private guided Fes & cooking class
- Two nights in a luxury desert camp
- Sunset camel ride & sandboarding
- Dades Valley walk
- Horse ride at Aït Benhaddou
- Sunrise balloon & hammam in Marrakech
Luxury Morocco vacation: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Casablanca & Rabat
We meet you at Casablanca airport and visit the Hassan II Mosque above the Atlantic, then drive to Rabat for an evening walk in the Kasbah of the Udayas.
- 2dayDay 2
Meknes, Volubilis & Fes
Bab Mansour in Meknes and the Roman mosaics of Volubilis, with lunch in the countryside, then on to your riad in Fes.
- 3dayDay 3
Private Fes & a cooking class
A private guide shows you the madrasas, tanneries and souks of the medina. In the afternoon, a private cooking class in your riad.
- 4dayDay 4
Cedar forest to the Sahara
Through Ifrane and the cedar forest, Midelt and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. A sunset camel ride takes you to your private tent in the dunes.
- 5dayDay 5
A full day in the Sahara
Sunrise on the dunes, a private 4x4 tour, tea with a nomad family, Gnawa music in Khamlia and sandboarding before dinner under the stars.
- 6dayDay 6
Todra Gorge & the Dades Valley
A walk in the Todra Gorge, then the Dades Valley, with time for a short hike among its red rock formations.
- 7dayDay 7
Skoura & Aït Benhaddou
The palm grove of Skoura and the Valley of Roses, then a horse ride around the ksar of Aït Benhaddou and an evening by the pool.
- 8dayDay 8
Over the High Atlas to Marrakech
Cross the Tizi n’Tichka pass with stops in Berber villages. In the afternoon, a hammam and massage at your riad.
- 9dayDay 9
Balloon at sunrise & private Marrakech
A hot air balloon flight over the palm grove at sunrise, then a private guided visit of the Bahia Palace, the souks and the Majorelle Garden.
- 10dayDay 10
Departure from Marrakech
A free morning in the gardens or the souks, then a transfer to Marrakech airport.
What’s included in this luxury Morocco vacation
Included
- 9 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses and a desert camp)
- Breakfast every morning
- Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Marrakech (hotel, riad, airport)
- Camel ride as described in the programme
- 4x4 excursion in the desert
- Local guide for the guided visits
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips for drivers and guides
Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.
Where you stay
- Night 1Luxury riad in Rabat
- Night 2Luxury riad in Fes
- Night 3Luxury riad in Fes
- Night 4Luxury desert camp in Erg Chebbi
- Night 5Luxury desert camp in Erg Chebbi
- Night 6Luxury kasbah hotel in the Dades Valley
- Night 7Luxury kasbah hotel in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 8Luxury riad in Marrakech
- Night 9Luxury riad in Marrakech
Comfort level: Luxury – Hand-picked luxury riads in Rabat, Fes and Marrakech, luxury kasbah hotels in the Dades Valley and Aït Benhaddou, two nights in a luxury desert camp with a private tent and en-suite bathroom, and a private driver-guide.
Best time for this trip
March to May and September to November are best for this route, with pleasant cities and comfortable days in the Sahara. Avoid the summer heat in the desert; winter is sunny but the nights are cold.
- JanPossible
- FebGood
- MarBest
- AprBest
- MayGood
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecGood
What to bring for this trip
- Comfortable walking shoes for the cities and the gorges
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for the mosque and medinas
- Swimsuit for the hammam and the hotel pools
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Sunglasses and sun cream
- Warm layer for the desert evenings and the balloon flight
- Long trousers for the camel and horse rides
- Small overnight bag for the camp
- Light jacket for the Middle Atlas
Booking & payment
- How to book
- Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
- Payment
- A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
- Cancellation
- Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
- Weather & changes
- If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.
Luxury Morocco Vacation: your questions
What does the luxury Morocco vacation include?
Nine nights in hand-picked riads, kasbah hotels and a luxury desert camp, a private driver-guide, private guided visits in Fes and Marrakech, a cooking class, a sunrise balloon flight and a hammam. Our team confirms the full list with your quote.
How long is the drive from Fes to the desert?
About 7 to 8 hours with stops in Ifrane, Midelt and the Ziz Valley. The other driving days are shorter, so the pace stays comfortable.
Is a luxury Morocco vacation of 10 days enough to see the country?
Ten days is enough for the imperial cities, the Sahara, the gorges and the kasbahs at an easy pace. For the High Atlas and the coast too, look at our 12-day luxury holidays.
Can we start the luxury Morocco vacation in Marrakech?
Yes, the route works in both directions. Starting in Marrakech, you end with Fes, Rabat and Casablanca.
Is the desert camp comfortable in winter?
Yes. The private tents have warm bedding and an en-suite bathroom, but nights in the Sahara are cold from November to March, so bring a warm layer for the evenings outside.
What our travellers say
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Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Camel & horseback treksDay 4 – Cedar forest to the SaharaDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 5 – A full day in the SaharaDetails →
Hot air balloon rideDay 9 – Balloon at sunrise & private MarrakechDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 1 – Casablanca & RabatDetails →
4x4 & off-road safarisDay 5 – A full day in the SaharaDetails →
Authentic culinary experiencesDay 3 – Private Fes & a cooking classDetails →Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 10-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
Optional · extraQuad & buggy ridesQuad or buggy in the Agafay desert or the palm groveSee the activity →Optional · extraWellness and relaxationTraditional hammam and spa timeSee the activity →
Optional · extraCycling & mountain bikingCycling in the oasisSee the activity →
Optional · extraCultural explorationExtra guided visit with a local guideSee the activity →
Optional · extraFaith & spiritual journeysSpiritual and heritage visitSee the activity →Optional · extraAtlas zipline adventureZipline in the Atlas foothillsSee the activity →Request this 10-day trip
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