When does the tour start and when does it end? And will there be a guided tour in Casablanca on day 2?

The tour starts every Saturday and ends the following Saturday, making it an 8-day / 7-night program. Regarding Casablanca: Yes, there is a guided tour in Casablanca on Day 2. If you arrive early on the first day, we can also adjust the timing so you don't miss the main highlights.

How many people are booked on the tour 8 Days Imperial Cities departing Feb. 28/2026

At the moment, there are 2 travelers already confirmed on the 8 Days Imperial Cities tour. If you decide to book, the total would be 4 travelers, and please note that we usually operate this tour as a small group, with a maximum of 6 participants to ensure comfort and a more personalized experience.

Is airport pickup and drop off in Marrakesh included? Can we stay in a 4 star hotel with pool in Merzouga area? Instead of stopping at Midelt, can we visit a Moroccan village? We will need extra night/s accom 25/10/25 and maybe 26/20/25 in Marrakesh, please advise cost.

Airport pick-up and drop-off: Yes, they are included on the first and last day of the tour. Merzouga: We can confirm a very good 4-star hotel with a pool in the Merzouga area. Midelt: This stop is for the overnight stay, but during the trip you will visit Ifrane, Meknes, Volubilis, etc. Since it's a group tour, the itinerary cannot be changed. Extra nights in Marrakech: Yes, you can book extra nights on October 25th and 26th — I will provide you with the rates.

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8 Days Group Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Tour

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Operator: Imago Travel
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: Italian, French
Group Size 4 - 15
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Itinerary

Day 1
Casablanca
Start point
Casablanca, Casablanca-Settat, Morocco (Casablanca Airport or Accommodation)
Accommodation
Hotel (Kenzi Basma Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Introductory tour of Casablanca featuring Hassan II Mosque, Habous Quarter, and Corniche
Landmarks
Hassan II Mosque
Habous Quarter
Corniche
Day 2
Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Parador )
Included Activities
- Visit Hassan Tower
- Visit Mausoleum of Mohammed V
- Visit Kasbah of the Udayas
Landmarks
Hassan Tower
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
Kasbah of the Udayas
Day 3
Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Royal Mirage Hotel Fes)
Included Activities
- Brief visit to Chefchaouen
- Explore Volubilis
- Explore Meknes
Landmarks
Volubilis
Day 4
Fes - Ifrane - Azrou - Midelt
Meals
Breakfast (Moroccan breakfast)
Accommodation
Hotel (Taddart Hotel)
Included Activities
- Guided discovery of Fes medina
- Visit Al Quaraouiyine University
- Visit Bou Inania Madrasa
- Visit tanneries in Fes
- Stop in Ifrane
- Explore cedar forest near Azrou
Landmarks
Fes Medina
Al Quaraouiyine University
Bou Inania Madrasa
Ifrane
Azrou Cedar Forest
Day 5
Midelt - Ziz Valley - Erfoud - Merzouga
Meals
Dinner (Traditional dinner at camp)
Accommodation
Camping (Luxury Camp Nomad)
Included Activities
- Transfer to desert camp by 4x4 or camel
- Traditional dinner at camp
Optional Activities
- Selection between 4x4 or camel transfer to desert camp
Landmarks
Ziz Valley
Erg Chebbi
Day 6
Merzouga - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley - Ouarzazate
Accommodation
Hotel (Oscar )
Included Activities
- Visit Todra Gorge
- Explore Dades Valley
Landmarks
Todra Gorge
Dades Valley
Day 7
Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Tichka Pass - Marrakesh
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Wazo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Cinema Ouarzazate
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou kasbah
Landmarks
Ait Ben Haddou
Day 8
Marrakesh
End point
Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (Marrakesh Airport or Accommodation)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided visit of Marrakesh
- Stroll through Majorelle Gardens
- View Koutoubia Mosque (exterior)
- Visit Saadian Tombs
- Visit Bahia Palace
Landmarks
Majorelle Gardens
Koutoubia Mosque
Saadian Tombs
Bahia Palace

Landmarks
Hassan II Mosque
Habous Quarter
Corniche

Landmarks
Hassan Tower
Mausoleum of Mohammed V
Kasbah of the Udayas

Landmarks
Volubilis

Landmarks
Fes Medina
Al Quaraouiyine University
Bou Inania Madrasa
Ifrane
Azrou Cedar Forest

Landmarks
Ziz Valley
Erg Chebbi

Landmarks
Todra Gorge
Dades Valley

Landmarks
Ait Ben Haddou

Landmarks
Majorelle Gardens
Koutoubia Mosque
Saadian Tombs
Bahia Palace

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Where You'll Stay

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Kenzi Basma Hotel
Hotel
day 1
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Hotel Parador
Hotel
day 2
Royal Mirage Hotel Fes
Hotel
day 3
Taddart Hotel
Hotel
day 4
Luxury Camp Nomad
Camping
day 5
Oscar
Hotel
day 6
Wazo Hotel
Hotel
day 7

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4.9

Tiziana
April 17th, 2026
5.0
Excellent service , our driver was fantastic, he showed us a lot of non turistic and not popolar places . Every day...
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Yu
March 24th, 2026
5.0
The route design is great. It covers everything we need to see. The only complaint is the Wazo hotel in Marrakech...
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Mohammad
March 4th, 2026
4.0
I thought I would give an honest review so that future travelers can make an informed decision about this trip. This...
I thought I would give an honest review so that future travelers can make an informed decision about this trip. This is not a fully guided tour. We only had local guides for two days in Fes and Marrakesh. For the rest of the trip, it felt more like a road trip. Almost every day involved 4–5 hours of driving, arriving at a place in the evening, staying overnight, and then leaving again the next morning. Particularly in Chefchaouen, which is a very beautiful place, we arrived early in the evening, stayed overnight, and left again in the morning. We didn’t really have enough time to explore the city. The same happened in the Sahara Desert. We arrived in the early evening, stayed overnight in the desert camp, and in the morning we were rushed to leave by 8:00 a.m., which was not good at all. We were also taken to many shops, including ceramic shops, alternative medicine shops, and clothing shops. We did not want to go to these places, but the guide still took us there. The tour could have been much better if we had stayed at least two nights in places like Chefchaouen and the Sahara Desert. We stayed two nights in Marrakesh, which was the good part of the trip. On a positive note, we had a driver named Wail and a very nice car. Wail was an exceptionally gentle and kind person who took great care of us throughout the entire tour. Our sincere thanks to Wail for taking care of us for entire trip.Show more

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Joan
Asked on February 12th, 2026
When does the tour start and when does it end? And will there be a guided tour in Casablanca on day 2?
Tour Details
- Imago TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  The tour starts every Saturday and ends the following Saturday, making it an 8-day / 7-night program.
  
  Regarding Casablanca:
  Yes, there is a guided tour in Casablanca on Day 2.
  If you arrive early on the first day, we can also adjust the timing so you don't miss the main highlights.
- J
  Joan
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  Is there a specific time we should arrive? And how about the flight back home: around which time would you suggest to book our flight home?
- Imago TravelOperator•Written February 2026
  Arrival in Casablanca
  
  Ideally, we recommend arriving in the morning, around 8:00–10:00 AM if possible.
  
  This allows you to:
  
  Start the Casablanca city tour directly upon arrival
  Visit the main highlights before heading to the hotel
  Avoid losing the first day
  
  Hotel check-in is usually in the afternoon, so arriving in the morning works perfectly — you can tour with the driver and then go to the hotel afterward.
  
  If you arrive later in the day, the first day will mainly be for arrivals and rest.
  
  ✈️ Departure Flight
  
  On the last day, there is a guided visit scheduled in the morning.
  
  We recommend booking your return flight:
  
  Around 6:00–7:00 PM, or
  A night flight,
  Or even the following morning if you prefer a relaxed ending.
  
  If your flight is later in the day, we will simply arrange the airport transfer accordingly.
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Carmen
Asked on January 5th, 2026
How many people are booked on the tour 8 Days Imperial Cities departing Feb. 28/2026
Group size
- Imago TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  At the moment, there are 2 travelers already confirmed on the 8 Days Imperial Cities tour.
  
  If you decide to book, the total would be 4 travelers, and please note that we usually operate this tour as a small group, with a maximum of 6 participants to ensure comfort and a more personalized experience.
J
Jamie
Asked on August 12th, 2025
Is airport pickup and drop off in Marrakesh included? Can we stay in a 4 star hotel with pool in Merzouga area? Instead of stopping at Midelt, can we visit a Moroccan village? We will need extra night/s accom 25/10/25 and maybe 26/20/25 in Marrakesh, please advise cost.
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Imago TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  Airport pick-up and drop-off: Yes, they are included on the first and last day of the tour. Merzouga: We can confirm a very good 4-star hotel with a pool in the Merzouga area. Midelt: This stop is for the overnight stay, but during the trip you will visit Ifrane, Meknes, Volubilis, etc. Since it's a group tour, the itinerary cannot be changed. Extra nights in Marrakech: Yes, you can book extra nights on October 25th and 26th — I will provide you with the rates.

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8 Days Group Imperial Cities & Sahara Desert Tour

Itinerary

Casablanca

Optional Activities

Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen

Included Activities

Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

Included Activities

Fes - Ifrane - Azrou - Midelt

Included Activities

Midelt - Ziz Valley - Erfoud - Merzouga

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Merzouga - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley - Ouarzazate

Included Activities

Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - Tichka Pass - Marrakesh

Included Activities

Marrakesh

Included Activities

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