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8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience

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Start and end in Casablanca
5.0
11 traveler reviews
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    Alberto, traveled in January
    5.0
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Morocco Joy Travel
Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Spanish
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Casablanca

    Start point
    Aéroport International Mohammed V (CMN) مطار محمد الخامس الدولي, r.p. 3038, Nouaceur, Casablanca-Settat 27, Morocco (Main Entrance)

    Included Activities

    • Airport pick-up and transfer to hotel
    • Hassan II Mosque tour
    • Corniche seaside experience
    Landmarks
    Hassan II Mosque
    Corniche
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  2. Day 2

    Casablanca - Rabat - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel
    • Hassan Tower tour
    • Oudaya Kasbah exploration
    • Volubilis Roman ruins visit
    Landmarks
    Hassan Tower
    Oudaya Kasbah
    Volubilis
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  3. Day 3

    Fes

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel
    • Guided historical tour of Fes
    • Al Qaraouine madrassa visit
    • Ancient medina exploration
    • Souks exploration
    • Tannery visit
    Landmarks
    Al Qaraouine
    Fes Medina
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  4. Day 4

    Fes - Ifrane - Azrou - Midelt - Erfoud - Merzouga

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel
    • Ziz Gorges viewing
    • Erg Chebbi dunes visit
    • One-hour camel ride through dunes
    • Sunset experience
    • Welcome tea and nuts at camp

    Optional Activities

    • Berber show music in the Camp
    • Sand-boarding on the Dunes
    Landmarks
    Ziz Gorges
    Erg Chebbi
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  5. Day 5

    Merzouga - Rissani - Todra Gorges - Boumalen Dades

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Local restaurant), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at camp
    • Rissani Souk visit
    • Todra Gorges exploration
    • Todra Gorges walking
    • Lunch at local restaurant
    • Dades Gorges exploration
    Landmarks
    Rissani
    Todra Gorges
    Dades Gorges
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  6. Day 6

    Boumalen Dades - Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou Kasbah - Marrakech

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at hotel
    • Kalaat M'gouna visit
    • Kasbah of Taourirt stop
    • Ait Benhaddou Kasbah tour (approximately 1 hour)
    • Lunch
    • Tizi n'Tichka pass crossing
    Landmarks
    Kasbah of Taourirt
    Ait Benhaddou
    Tizi n'Tichka Pass
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  7. Day 7

    Marrakech

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at Riad
    • Majorelle Gardens visit
    • Koutoubia Tower visit
    • Saadian Tombs visit
    • Bahia Palace visit
    • Souks exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Local cuisine dining for lunch
    Landmarks
    Majorelle Gardens
    Koutoubia Tower
    Saadian Tombs
    Bahia Palace
  8. Day 8

    Marrakech - Casablanca

    End point
    Caffriccio, Nouaceur, Casablanca-Settat 27, Morocco (Aéroport International Mohammed V)

    Included Activities

    • Hotel pick-up and transfer to Casablanca airport

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Morocco Joy Travel

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Rating
4.9(322 reviews)
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
Cancellation policy

Traveler Moments

  • Group dining outdoors at a table with food and drinks.
  • Group of people posing indoors with ornate decor.
  • Moroccan flag hanging in a vibrant market setting.
  • Person taking a selfie with cityscape and minaret in the background.
  • Group of people posing with a rocky desert landscape in the background.
  • Group selfie with people outdoors near palm trees.
  • Group of people riding camels in a desert landscape.
  • Historical fortress with traditional architecture against a blue sky.
  • A tower structure with palm trees under a clear sky.
  • Colorful textiles hanging outside a building in a market area.
  • A view of a blue city on a hillside under a bright sky.
  • An outdoor pool area surrounded by dense foliage, lit at night.
  • A beautifully decorated courtyard with an outdoor dining area.
  • Night view of a city with illuminated buildings and a pool.
  • Woman sitting in a garden area with stone pathways.
  • Courtyard with traditional Moroccan architecture and sofas.
  • A nighttime view of a resort with palm trees and illuminated building.
  • An elegant interior courtyard with arches and soft lighting.
  • Desert landscape with red mountains and green foliage.
  • Charming garden with red flowers over a white building facade.
  • Blue and white houses covered with lush vegetation.
  • Man in traditional clothing standing by a parked SUV in a desert.
  • Traditional door surrounded by colorful flowers and blue walls.
  • Old stone building with two trees in front.
  • River flowing through a canyon with vegetation.
  • Sand dunes at sunset with visible tracks.
  • Silhouettes of people riding camels against a sunset.
  • View from atop a camel on desert sand.
  • Swimming pool with arches and desert mountains in background.
  • Person standing on ancient stone steps with columns in the background.
  • Close-up of a plate with food, including a salad and a main dish.
  • Blue-painted steps adorned with colorful decorations.
  • Ancient ruins with standing columns under a blue sky.
  • Person playing a traditional musical instrument in a cafe setting.
  • Desert landscape with sand dunes during sunset.
  • Silhouettes of camels with riders during sunset in a desert.
  • Colorful market stall with various pickled products.
  • View of a pool with decorative arch leading to desert sand dunes.
  • Hillside town with predominantly blue-painted buildings.
  • Mountainous landscape with scattered trees.
  • Old movie playing on a screen.
  • Person in traditional attire playing a string instrument.
  • Couple dining outdoors with a view over a lit hillside city at night.
  • Ricky's Cafe with a palm tree and blue sky.
  • Elegant restaurant interior with jazz setup.
  • Woman preparing tea with a colorful table setting.
  • Blacksmith at work with fire and tools.
  • Hassan II Mosque with clear blue sky.

Traveler Reviews

5.0
Overall rating based on 11 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.9
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.9

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  • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience reviewer 1
    April 23rd, 2026
    We had a fabulous time on the 8 Day Imperial City tour. Ali and Hameed made sure we had everything we needed and that...
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    Traveled in April 2026
  • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience reviewer 2
    January 19th, 2026
    Its an excelente agency they have everything in order and always are pendiente of you. The best tour.
    Traveled in December 2025
  • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience reviewer 3
    January 17th, 2026
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    It is the best tour we have taken. Very professional and very comfortable. They took us to the most important cities...
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    • Group of people posing indoors with ornate decor.
    • Group selfie with people outdoors near palm trees.
    • Group of people posing with a rocky desert landscape in the background.
    • Moroccan flag hanging in a vibrant market setting.
    • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience customer review photo
    • Group dining outdoors at a table with food and drinks.
    • Group of people riding camels in a desert landscape.
    • Person taking a selfie with cityscape and minaret in the background.
    • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience customer review photo
    Traveled in November 2025
  • J
    November 11th, 2025
    ガイド件運転手のアリさん、8日間有難うございました。初めてのモロッコ、妻とともに大変満足しました。道中のモロッコに関する説明、大変参考になりました。各観光地での現地ガイドの方も十分な知識を持ち、歳のいった我々の歩みに合わせゆっくりと案...
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    Traveled in August 2025
  • K
    November 13th, 2024
    What can I say, our 8 day Morocco and Sahara tour perfectly covered all the best bits of Morocco highlighted by the...
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    Traveled in October 2024
  • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience reviewer 6
    December 6th, 2023
    Ali ensured that we had an amazing time during our visit to Morocco. The trip was well paced, informative and fun! He...
    Show more
    • Swimming pool with arches and desert mountains in background.
    • Close-up of a plate with food, including a salad and a main dish.
    • Silhouettes of people riding camels against a sunset.
    • View from atop a camel on desert sand.
    • Person standing on ancient stone steps with columns in the background.
    • Sand dunes at sunset with visible tracks.
    Traveled in November 2023
    Reply from: Morocco Joy Travel
    Hi Sabrina, Thank you for having time and sharing your experience with us, We always do our best to make our guests expectations come true, your satisfaction Lets hard work and focus keep us on our toes, Wish you all the best for your upcoming adventure, and hope to see you again. Let's bound Girls! Warm greetings, Ali.
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  • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience reviewer 7
    November 17th, 2023
    The tour we did was actually 12 days , a private tour and it was MAGNIFICENT! Ali is absolutely wonderful, knows...
    Show more
    • A beautifully decorated courtyard with an outdoor dining area.
    • A tower structure with palm trees under a clear sky.
    • Blue and white houses covered with lush vegetation.
    • A nighttime view of a resort with palm trees and illuminated building.
    • Colorful textiles hanging outside a building in a market area.
    • Traditional door surrounded by colorful flowers and blue walls.
    • Historical fortress with traditional architecture against a blue sky.
    • Man in traditional clothing standing by a parked SUV in a desert.
    • River flowing through a canyon with vegetation.
    • Desert landscape with red mountains and green foliage.
    • A view of a blue city on a hillside under a bright sky.
    • An outdoor pool area surrounded by dense foliage, lit at night.
    • Night view of a city with illuminated buildings and a pool.
    • Courtyard with traditional Moroccan architecture and sofas.
    • Charming garden with red flowers over a white building facade.
    • Woman sitting in a garden area with stone pathways.
    • An elegant interior courtyard with arches and soft lighting.
    • Old stone building with two trees in front.
    Traveled in November 2023
  • P
    October 26th, 2023
    My wife and I actually did a 14 day tour that was arranged through Ali for Joy Travel. He was extremely accommodating...
    Show more
    • Ricky's Cafe with a palm tree and blue sky.
    • Blacksmith at work with fire and tools.
    • Hillside town with predominantly blue-painted buildings.
    • Woman preparing tea with a colorful table setting.
    • Blue-painted steps adorned with colorful decorations.
    • Person in traditional attire playing a string instrument.
    • Colorful market stall with various pickled products.
    • Person playing a traditional musical instrument in a cafe setting.
    • Mountainous landscape with scattered trees.
    • Old movie playing on a screen.
    • Silhouettes of camels with riders during sunset in a desert.
    • Desert landscape with sand dunes during sunset.
    • Ancient ruins with standing columns under a blue sky.
    • Hassan II Mosque with clear blue sky.
    • Elegant restaurant interior with jazz setup.
    • Couple dining outdoors with a view over a lit hillside city at night.
    • View of a pool with decorative arch leading to desert sand dunes.
    Traveled in October 2023
  • Y
    September 11th, 2023
    Morocco is spectacular - the people, history, food and culture. Our guides, Hassan and Hamed, ensured that we had a...
    Show more
    Traveled in September 2023
    Reply from: Morocco Joy Travel
    Hello Yasmin. Thank you so much for taking the time and leaving us such wonderful review! We are so glad to hear that this was one of the best travels, and that the crew made this trip enjoyable! We hope to welcome you on another tour in the near future.
    Show more
  • 8 Days Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Experience reviewer 10
    May 7th, 2023
    Had a great trip. Ali was very responsive and always available if we had any questions and ensured our comfort...
    Show more
    Traveled in April 2023

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    Alexandra

    Asked on February 11th, 2025

    What type of transportation is used between tour locations?

    Transport
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written February 2025

      Transport typically involves a comfortable minibus, accommodating all tour participants and their luggage.

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    Anne

    Asked on July 31st, 2024

    Are meals included in the tour?

    Meals
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written August 2024

      Meal inclusion varies; some days include breakfast and dinner (HB), and others may only include breakfast (BB).

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    Eduard

    Asked on July 26th, 2024

    Are toiletries provided at the hotels?

    Accommodation
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written July 2024

      This varies by property; some may provide basic toiletries, while others may not. It's advisable to bring personal items to ensure comfort.

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    Jessica

    Asked on May 31st, 2024

    What types of accommodations are used in the tour?

    Accommodation
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written June 2024

      The tour typically features a mix of hotel and Riad accommodations, which can be upgraded to luxury options upon request.

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    Carlijn

    Asked on May 19th, 2024

    What is the maximum group size for the tour?

    Group size
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written May 2024

      Group sizes can vary, but specific tour details should provide maximum numbers ensuring a personalized experience.

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    Puck

    Asked on May 16th, 2024

    Do I need a visa for travel to Morocco?

    Visa
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written May 2024

      Visa requirements for Morocco vary depending on traveler nationality; check with local consulates or visa services for details.

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    Wendy

    Asked on May 12th, 2024

    What activities are included in the tour?

    Tour Details
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written May 2024

      The tour includes various activities such as city tours, desert excursions, and cultural experiences. Specifics can be found in the itinerary.

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    Kerstin

    Asked on April 1st, 2024

    Are laundry services available during the tour?

    Other
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written April 2024

      Laundry facilities are available in the major cities at additional costs.

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    Jean-Michel

    Asked on December 20th, 2023

    Is airport pickup available if travelers arrive at different times?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written December 2023

      Yes, separate airport pickups can be arranged when travelers have significantly different arrival times.

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    Andrea

    Asked on November 14th, 2023

    Can the tour be provided in Spanish?

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    • Morocco Joy TravelOperator•Written November 2023

      Tours can often be conducted in Spanish, and this can be arranged without additional cost as part of the service package.

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before June 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 10th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Morocco Joy Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 30 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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