Day 1: Casablanca to Fes

Morning: Depart from Casablanca and begin your journey to Fes. Stop at Meknes for a quick tour of the historic sites including Bab Mansour and Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail.
Afternoon: Continue to Fes. Upon arrival, visit the Royal Palace and the Jewish Quarter for a peek into the city’s diverse cultural history.
Evening: Dine in a traditional Moroccan restaurant in the heart of Fes, enjoying local specialties like pastilla.

Day 2: Fes

Morning: Explore the ancient medina of Fes, including the famous tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin University, and Bou Inania Madrasa.
Afternoon: Visit local craftsmen in their workshops, experiencing the rich artisan culture, from pottery to intricate zellij tilework.
Evening: Enjoy a quiet dinner at a riad, accompanied by Andalusian classical music.

Day 3: Fes to Merzouga

Morning: Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping at Ifrane, known as “Morocco’s Switzerland,” for its Alpine-style architecture.
Afternoon: Continue through the Ziz Valley with its dramatic landscapes and palm groves, arriving in Merzouga by late afternoon.
Evening: Take a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and spend the night in a desert camp under the stars.

Day 4: Merzouga to Dades Valley

Morning: Enjoy the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, visit the local market in Rissani.
Afternoon: Travel to Dades Valley, known for its striking rock formations and gorges.
Evening: Stay at a hotel overlooking the Dades Gorge, dine with views of the stunning valley.

Day 5: Dades Valley to Kalaat MGouna

Morning: Explore more of Dades Valley in the morning, taking a short hike through the gorge.
Afternoon: Head to Kalaat MGouna, famous for its annual Rose Festival. Tour the rose distillation plants and fields.
Evening: Enjoy a rose-infused dinner and stay overnight in a local guesthouse.

Day 6: Kalaat MGouna to Skoura

Morning: Depart for Skoura, an oasis filled with vast palm groves and rich soil.
Afternoon: Visit the Amridil Kasbah, one of Skoura’s most preserved kasbahs, offering insight into the traditional architecture and way of life.
Evening: Relax at a traditional Kasbah, enjoying the peaceful oasis environment.

Day 7: Skoura to Ouarzazate

Morning: Explore the Skoura Oasis more deeply, visiting more kasbahs and learning about the agricultural practices of the oasis.
Afternoon: Travel to Ouarzazate, the ‘Door of the Desert’ and a noted film-making location. Tour the Atlas Film Studios.
Evening: Dine at a local restaurant, sampling dishes made with produce from the oasis.

Day 8: Ouarzazate to Ait Ben Haddou

Morning: Visit the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate, exploring its intricate mud-brick architecture.
Afternoon: Drive to Ait Ben Haddou, another stunning UNESCO World Heritage site and see why it’s a favorite for filmmakers.
Evening: Explore the ancient ksar and enjoy dinner with views of the historic site.

Day 9: Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech

Morning: Depart Ait Ben Haddou, crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, with breathtaking views along the way.
Afternoon: Arrive in Marrakech and begin exploring the vibrant medina, the Koutoubia Mosque, and the bustling Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Evening: Sample Marrakech street food or dine at a fine restaurant as you take in the lively atmosphere of the city.

Day 10: Marrakech

Morning: Visit the Majorelle Garden and the newly opened Yves Saint Laurent Museum, celebrating the connection between the designer and the city.
Afternoon: Continue exploring Marrakech at your leisure, perhaps visiting more souks or the Bahia Palace.
Evening: Enjoy a farewell Moroccan dinner at a top-rated Marrakech restaurant, reflecting on your journey through the kingdom.

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