AIR ARABIA AIRLINES
WITH AIR ARABIA AIRLINES
7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS
TOUR OF MOROCCO AND THE SAHARA DESERT
2026
7 Nights 8 Days with Accommodation in 4* and 5* Hotels and Tented Accommodation in the Desert, Including 5 Dinners
Casablanca – Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Tinghir – Sahara Desert – Midelt – Ifrane – Fez – Chefchaouen – Tangier – Rabat – Casablanca
Tour Departure Dates
May 2 / May 23 / May 24 / May 30 / June 6 / June 13 / June 20 / July 18 / September 12 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 14 / November 21 / November 28 / December 12 / December 19 / December 26
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1 – ISTANBUL
We meet at the international departure terminal of Sabiha Gokcen Airport three hours before the flight (one calendar day before the departure date).
Day 2 – ISTANBUL – CASABLANCA – MAJORELLE GARDENS – MARRAKECH
After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our flight with Air Arabia Airlines flight number 30438 departs for Casablanca at 00:10. At 03:15, we arrive at Casablanca Airport and transfer to Marrakech by our waiting private bus. After breakfast at our hotel, we have free time. During the free time, our guests can join the optional "Red City Marrakech Tour" (Extra 80 €). After our city tour, where we will see the Koutoubia Minaret, the Jmaa El Fna Square full of street performances, snake charmers, and outdoor restaurants from a panoramic viewpoint, we visit the Bahia Palace adorned with local ceramics. We continue to explore the enchanting atmosphere of Marrakech, which has been a meeting point for European designers, artists, musicians, and travelers since the early 1900s. In the historic medina of the city, we witness the persistence of medieval traditions. Next, we visit Yves Saint Laurent's famous "Jardin Majorelle" (Majorelle Garden), which is one of the best examples of Moroccan architecture, where we can see and photograph unique plants. After the tour, we return to the hotel for some free time and accommodation at our hotel. Guests wishing to join can attend the optional local dinner with a Berber night Fantasia Chez Ali show (Extra 70 €).
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Route: Casablanca – Marrakech: 250 km (approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 3 – MARRAKECH – ESSAOUIRA – MARRAKECH
After having breakfast at the hotel, we have free time. During the free time, our guests can join the optional "Essaouira Tour" (Extra 80 €). Essaouira, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is an ancient Portuguese port city located on the Atlantic Ocean where art and culture intertwine (known as Mogador in Portuguese). Orson Welles’ Othello movie and some scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed here. The Mellah Jewish quarter, the Portuguese fortress, the famous fishing port with blue boats, and the historical bazaar are among the spots to see. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Marrakech for free time, accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Route: Essaouira – Marrakech 175 km (approximately 3 hours)
Food Recommendation: You should try the fresh seafood and fish.
Shopping Recommendation: You can buy world-famous Moroccan Argan oil and Argan oil based cosmetic products.
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 4 – MARRAKECH – FILM STUDIOS – AIT BENHADDOU – OUARZAZATE
After breakfast, we head to Ouarzazate. On our route, we visit Ait Benhaddou, where many famous productions like Gladiator and Game of Thrones were filmed. After checking into the hotel, guests will have free time. During the free time, guests can join the optional "Atlas Film Studios Tour" (25 €). Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Karam Palace 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate: 215 km (approximately 4 hours)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 5 – OUARZAZATE – TINGHIR – SAHARA DESERT
After breakfast, we head to Tinghir. We progress along the road with desert on one side and the Atlas Mountains on the other. Our stops include the Valley of Todra and the "Rose City" M'gouna.
Then we reach Merzouga Desert and settle into our camp. Dinner and then free time. During the free time, guests can join the optional camel sunset or sunrise tour (extra tour 40 €). Accommodation at the campsite area.
Hotel: Les Dunes de Berbere Tent Camp.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Ouarzazate – Tinghir: 175 km (2 hours 30 minutes)Tinghir – Merzouga: 200 km (3 hours)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 6 – SAHARA DESERT – MIDELT – IFRANE – FEZ
We wake up to enjoy the sunrise at our special facility in the desert. After taking beautiful photos and having breakfast, we head to Ifrane. During our lunch break at a local restaurant located in Midelt, we have the chance to photograph the magnificent Ziz Valley. Next, we move to Ifrane, known as "Little Switzerland" with its ski resort and Swiss-style architecture, a striking tourist center. After a coffee break here, we transfer to our hotel in Fez and have free time to rest. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Zalagh Butik Sky 4*, Zalagh Park Palace 5* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Merzouga – Ifrane: 400 km (8 hours)Ifrane – Fez: 70 km (1 hour)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 7 – FEZ – CHEFCHAOUEN – TANGIER
After having breakfast at the hotel, we have free time. During the free time, guests can join the Fes tour (extra 25 €). We begin exploring Fes Medina. We start from the monumental gate of the royal palace, Bab-el Makhzen. Then we continue through the labyrinthine streets of the historic Medina. We will see places such as Attarine Medrese, Karaouine University, Nejarine Square, as well as the tannery which is still traditionally producing leather. Afterward, we head to the famous Blue City, Chefchaouen, which has surpassed its fame beyond Morocco. After a walk through its maze-like blue streets, there will be free time for shopping. After gathering at the time specified by our guide, we transfer to our hotel in Tangier for some free time and accommodation. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Solazur 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Fez – Chefchaouen: 200 km (3 hours 45 minutes) Chefchaouen – Tangier: 110 km (2 hours 20 minutes)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 8 – TANGIER – RABAT – CASABLANCA
After breakfast at the hotel, we give guests free time. Guests can join the optional Tangier tour (extra 25 €). Starting from the Spanish Quarter, we continue our Tangier city tour in the Medina. After the bus ride from Marsanin, we head to the capital of the country, Rabat. Surrounded by eucalyptus and Portuguese cork oak forests, Rabat is situated by the Bou Regreg river. Since the king declared his return from exile from this city, it has served as the capital. In Rabat, we will visit Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and Mausoleum of Mohammed V, then transfer to our hotel in Casablanca. Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Fourteen 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during the free time at a location determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Tangier – Rabat: 245 km (3 hours) Rabat – Casablanca: 90 km (1 hour 30 minutes)
Expected Hotel Check-in Time: Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 9 – CASABLANCA – ISTANBUL
After having breakfast at the hotel and checking out of the rooms, we will see the main spots in Casablanca, one of the largest port cities in Africa. We will see Mohammed V. Square, and the panoramic views of Hassan II Mosque and the vibrant waterfront, Corniche. After the tour, we will transfer to the airport. After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our Air Arabia Airlines flight number 3O437 departs for Istanbul at 18:00. We arrive at Sabiha Gokcen Airport at 00:40.
Marrakech City Tour (Extra 80 €) / Fantasia Chez Ali (Extra 70 €) / Essaouira Tour (Extra 80 €) / Atlas Film Studios Tour (Extra 25 €) / Camel Tour (Extra 40 €) / Fez Tour (Extra 25 €) / Tangier Tour (Extra 25 €)
Total Extras: 345 EUR