After breakfast at the riad, your Travel continues to Meknes, which served as the capital of Morocco under the reign of Moulay Ismail (1672-1727) before it was relocated to Marrakech. Highlights include the Bab Mansour Gate, completed in 1732 and a stunning example of Almohad patterns ( Almohad Art ) and the Dar El Makhzen Palace.

The next stop is Volubilis, an ancient Roman city dating back to the third century BC. Today it is UNESCO World Heritage Center listed as “an exceptionally well-preserved example of a large Roman colonial town on the fringes of the Empire.” After exploring the ruins, continue on to the final destination of the day, Fes. Dine and rest up in a beautiful riad in the medina.

It is difficult to describe the sheer wonder and beauty of the second largest city in Morocco, the capital of Idrisid dynasty. The medina is believed to be one of the world’s largest car-free urban areas and is impossible to navigate without a trained local guide. A private English-speaking guide will assist through narrow, winding, and often unmarked alleyways while providing an account of the incredibly rich history of the area. Prepare for a sensory overload of sights, sounds, and smells, as hundreds of merchants and craftsmen sell their wares (dates, fish, spices, rugs, copper urns, crafts). A number of historic sites will be seen, including Al-Qarawiyyin (founded in 859 AD) the oldest continuously operating university in the world.

With Fez in the rearview mirror, enjoy a scenic drive through cedar forest to Ifrane, a European-style village with Alpine climate and a popular ski resort in the winter. Next, pass through the forested city of Azrou, surrounded by mountains and home to Barbary macaques, nearly domesticated by frequent interactions with human visitors. A few hours later, arrive “on a different planet” — this area of Morocco has been identified as being very similar in appearance and possibly geology to certain areas on the planet Mars. A kasbah in the oasis village of Erfoud will be home for the night. Relax in the refreshing pool before or after a traditional Moroccan dinner.

Begin with breakfast in the kasbah, the first stop on your Morocco imperial cities and desert tour on the way to the Sahara Desert will be in Khamlia, village of the former slaves of the sultan of Marrakech, where you can watch traditional Gnawa music and dance and have tea with a nomadic family. The rest of the day and night will be devoted to enjoying the large sea of wind-blown sand dunes. Quad biking and sand dune boarding are popular activities among visitors. Arrive at camp (basic and luxury options available) via 4×4 or camel ride for dinner and to take in the beautiful sunset in complete solitude. The chatter of the outside world is completely silenced here.

In the morning, you will have breakfast at the hotel, then we will go to the miracle of nature, near Beni Mellal. The incredible waterfalls of Ouzoud, passing through impressive Berber villages with grandiose landscapes. Upon arrival in Ouzoud, our guide will introduce you to these strange waterfalls that you will be amazed by its beauty. He will take you closer to them to allow you to take incredible photos. Lunch will be served in a restaurant in front of the waterfalls, to enjoy a traditional Moroccan dish called “Tajine”

Stop at Beni Mellal, a scenic town between Fes and Marrakech.

The last of the imperial cities is worth the wait. Marrakech is known as the “Red City” due to its red sandstone walls built in the 1100s AD. Marrakech has the largest traditional Berber market in Morocco and the image of the city is closely associated with the Jemaa el-Fnaa, the busiest square in Africa. Snake charmers, acrobats, magicians, mystics, musicians, monkey trainers, herb sellers, storytellers, dentists, pickpockets, and entertainers in medieval garb still populate the square. There are several notable sites and enchanting gardens to visit, including Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque and Jardin Majorelle.

Consider a relaxing trip to a traditional hammam, or Moroccan steam bath, before heading back to Casablanca to conclude our amazing Travel