After breakfast, we leave Casablanca and travel north towards the Rif Mountains. The landscape gradually changes from the busy Atlantic plain to quieter countryside and green hills. On the way, we stop when there is a good viewpoint or a local café worth trying. In the afternoon, we arrive in Chefchaouen and check into our riad. We then take an easy walk through the blue medina, passing painted doorways, small craft shops and quiet lanes that open onto mountain views. The evening is a good time to enjoy a simple dinner in the old town. Practical details: The drive takes around 5 hours, depending on stops and traffic. Wear comfortable shoes for the medina, where several streets are steep or paved with uneven stones.

We leave Chefchaouen after breakfast and continue through northern Morocco towards Meknes. The drive offers a different side of the country, with open farmland and olive-growing areas along the way. In Meknes, we explore the old imperial quarter, Bab Mansour and the medina. We keep the visit relaxed and focus on the places that give a real sense of the city rather than rushing through every monument. Later, we continue to Fes, where we check into our accommodation and leave the evening free to rest or enjoy dinner nearby. Practical details: Total driving time is usually around 4 hours, excluding the Meknes visit. The Meknes walk is manageable, but comfortable footwear is recommended.

Today we slow down and give Fes the attention it deserves. With a local guide, we enter the ancient medina and follow its maze of lanes through historic schools, traditional markets, artisan workshops and the famous leather-tanning quarter. Your guide explains how the old city still works as a living neighbourhood, not simply as a place for visitors. We stop for mint tea or lunch suggestions along the way, and you have time to browse handmade leather, ceramics and woven goods without pressure. The afternoon is flexible for a quiet riad break, more exploring or a relaxed meal. Practical details: The Fes medina is visited on foot and vehicles cannot enter most of its streets. Allow several hours for walking and bring water, especially during warmer months.

We leave Fes early and cross the Middle Atlas towards the Sahara. The scenery changes several times during the day: cedar forests near Ifrane, mountain roads, open plateaus around Midelt and the dramatic Ziz Valley. We stop for photographs and a proper break rather than treating the whole day as one long transfer. As we approach Erfoud and Rissani, the air becomes drier and the colours turn warmer. By late afternoon, we reach Merzouga and settle in near the dunes. If the timing is right, we can enjoy the first desert light before dinner. Practical details: This is one of the longest driving days, usually around 8 hours with stops. We recommend having snacks and water in the vehicle and keeping the evening easy.

We begin with the desert at a gentle pace. After breakfast, we can visit the seasonal lake near Merzouga, meet local communities or explore the surrounding hamlets and desert tracks by vehicle. We also have time to rest before the main experience begins. In the late afternoon, we meet the camel team and ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes as the sun starts to set. At camp, we enjoy dinner, Moroccan tea and music around the fire. Away from the town lights, the desert becomes wonderfully quiet, and the night sky is often one of the highlights of the whole journey. Practical details: The camel ride normally takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. A 4x4 transfer can be arranged instead if you prefer not to ride. Bring a small overnight bag, warm layers and sun protection.

We wake early for sunrise if you would like to see the dunes change colour in the first light. After breakfast, we leave Merzouga and travel through Erfoud and the palm-lined settlements of the southern valleys. We follow the road towards the Todra Gorge, where the tall limestone walls make a memorable place for a short walk and photographs. From there, we continue through the Valley of the Roses to the Dades Valley. Along the way, we are happy to stop at viewpoints, small villages and roadside places that show everyday life in the region. We spend the night in the Dades Valley. Practical details: Driving takes about 5 hours, excluding stops. The walk in Todra Gorge is easy, although the ground can be uneven in places.

After breakfast, we travel through the landscapes of the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs towards Ouarzazate. We visit Ait Ben Haddou, the famous earthen ksar and UNESCO World Heritage site. A local walk through the old alleys gives you a better understanding of how the kasbah was built and how families once lived inside its walls. We then cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka pass, stopping at viewpoints when weather and road conditions allow. By late afternoon or early evening, we arrive in Marrakech and drop you at your hotel or another agreed location. We finish the tour with time for a warm goodbye and any final travel advice. Practical details: The drive takes around 6 hours, excluding Ait Ben Haddou and mountain stops. Arrival time depends on traffic, weather and the time spent exploring the kasbah.