Casablanca to Marrakech

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Casablanca to Marrakech

Discover the Best of Morocco: 5-Day Sahara Desert Excursion from Casablanca

A 5-day Morocco tour from Casablanca covering the country’s top highlights in a short, immersive journey. Travel through Rabat, Fez, the Sahara Desert, and end in vibrant Marrakech. Explore Fez’s historic medina before heading south across the Middle Atlas Mountains. Experience Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi dunes with camel rides and a luxury desert camp stay. Pass through Meknes, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, and Erfoud, discovering diverse landscapes and cultures. Cross the High Atlas Mountains en route to Marrakech for a memorable finale.

What's Great About this Tour

Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, where dramatic peaks and scenic valleys create unforgettable vistas.

Explore the Highlights of Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes

Discover the iconic Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure and one of Morocco’s most famous kasbahs.

Stroll through the lush Skoura Oasis and the fragrant Rose Valley, known for its palm groves and seasonal blooms.

Experience an unforgettable overnight stay in a traditional nomadic desert camp beneath the stars.

Meet local nomadic families and capture memorable photographs that showcase authentic desert life.

Experience a memorable camel trek across the golden sands of the Merzouga Desert.

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Itinerary

Casablanca

Day 1

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Casablanca » » Fez

294 km | 4.5 hours

The 5-day desert tour begins in Casablanca with a visit to the Hassan II Mosque. Travel to Rabat, the capital city of Morocco, to explore attractions like the Hassan Tower, Rabat palace, Atlantic Ocean, and the Kasbah of Oudayas. Continue the journey to Meknes, where you can see Lahdim Square, Bab Mansour, and Moulay Ismail Greenery. Finally, arrive in Fez, the spiritual city of Morocco, and stay overnight in an authentic Riad.

Fez

Day 2

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Fez » » City Tour

City Tour

Embark on a guided day tour of Fez, exploring its medina and cultural landmarks. Visit the Andalusian district, tanning and dye working neighborhoods, the University of Al-Karaouine, the mausoleum of Idris I, the Nejjarine Museum of Wood Arts and Crafts, and more. Discover the blue gate of Fez, tour the city ramparts, visit the ancient Jewish quarter, and explore the pottery district. Conclude the tour and return to your Riad.

Fez

Day 3

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Fez » » Merzouga Desert

470 km | 8 hours

Depart from Fez and journey through the Middle Atlas Mountains, making stops in Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco," and Azrou, where you can see Barbary Macaque monkeys. Continue to Midelt for lunch before heading towards the Sahara desert. Enjoy panoramic views of the Ziz valley and pass through Erfoud, known for its fossils. Visit a local fossils craft workshop before reaching Merzouga. Experience a camel ride into the Erg Chebbi sand dunes and spend the night in a nomadic desert tent.

Merzouga Desert

Day 4

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Merzouga Desert » » Dades Valley

243 km | 4 hours

Witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Merzouga erg Chebbi dunes before returning to Merzouga Village by camel or 4WD. Drive to Rissani to visit a fossils museum and explore the traditional market. Continue the journey through Berber and Arabic villages, stopping in Mellab and Tinjdad. Visit Todra Valley and the Todra Gorges, known for their height and hiking opportunities. Finally, arrive in Dades Gorge for an overnight stay in a Riad.

Dades Valley

Day 5

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Dades Valley » » Marrakech

314 km | 8 hours

Enjoy breakfast with stunning views of Dades Gorge before continuing the trip to Marrakech. Visit the Kasbah of Taourirt in Ouarzazate and the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its use as a backdrop in Hollywood movies. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tichka Pass and reach Marrakech, where your trip concludes.

Itinerary

What's Included

INCLUSIONS

A/C minivan with an English-speaking licensed driver

4x4 Transfers to the desert

Visit to Atlas Studios

Meals as specified in the itinerary

ACTIVITIES

Atlas Mountains - Tizi n'Tichka Pass

Camel ride in the desert

Dades & Todra Gorges