9-Day Tour from Rabat with the Desert and Essaouira
Private Tour

9-Day Tour from Rabat with the Desert and Essaouira

Imperial cities, Sahara and Atlantic

(58 reviews)
9 Days/ 8 Nights
Private Tour
StartRabat
EndMarrakech
DeparturesDaily

Overview

Nine days make it possible to bring together the three faces of Morocco: the imperial medinas of the north, the dunes of Erg Chebbi and the Atlantic breeze of Essaouira, all starting from Rabat.

Tour type

Private, just for your group

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish, French

Starting point

Your hotel, riad or airport in Rabat

Ending point

Marrakech

Duration

9 Days / 8 Nights

Availability

All year round, with daily departures

Detailed itinerary

Day1Rabat – Guided tour

Welcome in Rabat and a visit of the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and Chellah. Dinner and overnight.

Day2Rabat – Chefchaouen

Journey through the Rif mountains to Chefchaouen. Late afternoon in the blue medina, with a climb to the Spanish mosque to watch the sunset over the city. Dinner and overnight.

Day3Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

Free morning in Chefchaouen. In the afternoon, the Roman ruins of Volubilis and imperial Meknes, before arriving in Fes. Dinner and overnight.

Day4Fes – Guided tour

A full day in the medina of Fes el-Bali with a local guide: the Bou Inania madrasa, the tanneries, the souks and the artisans' workshops. Overnight in Fes.

Day5Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga

The Middle Atlas via Ifrane and the cedar forest of Azrou, lunch in Midelt and descent of the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. Camel ride and a night at a camp in the dunes.

Day6Merzouga – Day in the desert

Sunrise over Erg Chebbi and a day devoted to the desert: nomad villages, Dayet Srji lake and the gnawa music of Khamlia. Second night at the camp.

Day7Merzouga – Todra – Dades – Ouarzazate

Return via Rissani and Tinejdad to the Todra Gorge, then on through the Dades Valley and the Skoura palm grove to Ouarzazate. Dinner and overnight.

Day8Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Visit of the ksar of Ait Ben Haddou and the film studios. Crossing of the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka and arrival in Marrakech. Guided visit of the medina in the late afternoon.

Day9Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech

Excursion to the Atlantic coast with a stop at an argan cooperative. Free time in Essaouira for the ramparts, the harbour and the medina. Return to Marrakech at the end of the day. End of our services.

What's included

  • Transport: private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole route
  • Driver/Guide: English-speaking professional throughout the tour
  • Accommodation: hotels, riads and one night at a desert camp
  • Meals: all breakfasts and the dinners listed in the itinerary
  • Experiences: camel ride in the desert for sunset and sunrise
  • All local fees and taxes

What's not included

  • International flights to and from Morocco
  • Alcoholic drinks with meals
  • Lunches on travelling days
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees to monuments not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Anything not specifically listed as included.

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Route map

Rabat → Chefchaouen → Fès → Merzouga → Gorges du Todra → Ouarzazate → Marrakech → Essaouira → Marrakech

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Frequently asked questions

Is a 9-Day Tour from Rabat with the Desert and Essaouira worth it?

Yes. It is the most practical way to make the most of your time departing from here, with no connecting journeys and an itinerary built just for your group.

What should I pack for a 9-Day Tour from Rabat with the Desert and Essaouira?

We recommend comfortable clothing, a warm jacket for the cold desert nights, sunscreen, sunglasses and a camera to capture the landscapes of the kasbah route.

Is the tour private?

Yes. All our itineraries are private: you travel only with your own group, with a dedicated driver-guide and vehicle, and you can adjust timings and stops along the way.

Reviews from our travellers

5,0

Excellent

Based on 58 reviews

Tripadvisor
“Incredible experience! Everything was perfect — the guides, the hotels, the desert. They went beyond all our expectations.”
Juliana & RicardoSão Paulo, Brazil
“Flawless service in our own language and always reachable on WhatsApp. I highly recommend Agencia Marrocos Tours!”
Camila FerreiraRio de Janeiro, Brazil
“Best trip of our lives! Morocco is magical and Moroccan hospitality is one of a kind.”
André & FamilyBelo Horizonte, Brazil

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