Marrakech to Casablanca adventure via the Sahara Desert and Fes
Tours From Marrakech
Duration: 8 Days
2 Person Minimum
Overview
This 8-day tour from Marrakech to Casablanca offers a complete and immersive journey across Morocco, combining desert adventure, cultural exploration, and historic cities.
Begin with your arrival in Marrakech before traveling through the High Atlas Mountains to visit the iconic Ait Benhaddou and continue to Ouarzazate. Explore the scenic valleys of Skoura and Roses before reaching the Dades Valley.
Continue to the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, where you will enjoy a magical sunset over the dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend the night in a desert camp. Discover the desert region, including Khamlia village, before traveling through the Ziz Valley to Midelt.
The journey continues to Fes, where you will explore the historic medina with a guided tour. Finally, travel to Casablanca and visit the impressive Hassan II Mosque before your departure.
This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want a relaxed and in-depth discovery of Morocco.
Tour Plan
Today we will meet you at your arrival time at the airport in Marrakech Transfer to the riad. After check in at the riad you will spend the rest of the day exploring the main highlights in Marrakech. Overnight at a nice riad.
After breakfast at the riad you will start travelling to Ouarzazate via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and over the High Atlas Mountains. Today you will enjoy travelling through the dramatic pass and the amazing views of the Berber villages and the amazing landscapes . You will stop to see the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most beautiful Kasbahs in this area. After that we get to Ouarzazate and overnight at a nice riad.
After breakfast , you’ll leave Ouarzazate towards Dades Valley, passing by Skoura Valley . You will drive through the road of ''the Thousand Kasbahs``, which offers many beautiful photo opportunities of nature and people. then we’ll get to Kalaat Mgouna –the centre of roses valley. Then we drive to the Dades Valley , enjoying the panoramic views of the old mud Berber villages overlooking the valley. Overnight at a nice riad .
After breakfast , you’ll leave the Dades valley towards Tinrghir and the Todra valley. enjoying the panoramic views of the old mud Berber villages overlooking the valley. Get to the Gorge and walk under the 300 m high red cliff, where many rock-climbers come to enjoy their preferred sport. you will continue to Erfoud then to Merzouga Desert . You will enjoy the sunset in the sand- dunes of Erg-Chebbi desert and we will spend the night in a desert camp where you will have dinner , a campfire and a drum party .
Today you will wake up early in the morning to watch what may well be the best sunrise in your life. After breakfast at the camp you’ll explore a little bit the desert area, starting by a walk in the Oasis in the desert then visiting the gnawa peaple in Khamlia village originally from Sudan, Mali and Senegal to experience their music and lifestyle. Later we drive to Midelt via Errachidia along the magnificent Ziz Gorges carved through volcanic rock, and through the Tizi Ntalghamt pass to Midelt, where you will spend the night at a nice riad with dinner and breakfast.
After breakfast we will drive to Fes, passing by the Cedar forest and Ifrane city, you will get to Fes around mid-day and start exploring Fes the “the Sprititual City of Morocco”. You will spend the rest of the day exploring the Medina and its alleys; visiting most of the sites with cultural and historical interest - including the famous Al Karaouine Mosque and University (the oldest in the world), the Medrasa Bouanania, the Tanneries and the Najjarine fountain. After Exploring the main highlights of Fes, you will spend the night ata nice riad in the old Medina of Fes.
After breakfast at the riad , you will drive to Casablanca by highway. You will get there around mid-day , and spend the rest of day exploring the main highlights of Casablanca, including Hassan II Mosque. Overnight at a nice hotel .
Today we will drive to the airport for your flight anytime you want.
Included
- Travel in private tour with a comfortable AC SUV or Van
- Fuel
- English speaking driver
- Accommodation at nice riads with dinner and breakfast except in Marrakech, Fes and Casablanca the dinner is not included.
- One night at the desert camp with dinner and breakfast.
- Guided tour in Fes and Marrakech.
- Optional hiking in Dades Valley.
Exclude
- Dinner in Marrakech , Fes and Casablanca .
- Lunch
- Drinks
- Entry fees
- Tips
Extra Info
🔹 Extra Information
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Departure City: Marrakech
Ending City: Casablanca
Tour Type: Private One-Way Tour
Transportation: Air-conditioned SUV or Minivan
Accommodation: Riads, Hotel + Desert Camp
Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
Best Time to Travel: March to June, September to November
Languages Available: English (others on request)
🔹 Good to Know
Airport pickup and drop-off are included
Departure time for desert journey is around 08:00–08:30
Camel trekking experience is included in the desert
Option to replace camel ride with 4x4 transfer
Guided tours in Marrakech and Fes are included
Dinner is not included in Marrakech, Fes, and Casablanca
Comfortable shoes recommended for walking tours
Desert temperatures vary between day and night
Luggage is transported separately during desert excursion
🔹 Highlights
Airport transfer and stay in Marrakech
Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Visit Ait Benhaddou
Explore Ouarzazate and surrounding valleys
Discover Dades Valley and scenic kasbah routes
Walk through Todra Gorge
Sunset and overnight in Erg Chebbi desert camp
Explore Merzouga desert region and Khamlia village
Scenic drive through Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas
Guided exploration of Fes
Visit Hassan II Mosque
Departure from Casablanca
🔹 Optional Add-ons
Luxury desert camp upgrade
Quad biking or sandboarding in Merzouga
Private city guide in Casablanca
Multilingual driver (French / Spanish / Italian)
Extra nights in Marrakech or Fes
Currency:
The official currency of Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). On average, 1 Euro (EUR) equals approximately 10 to 11 dirhams, 1 US Dollar (USD) equals around 9 to 10 dirhams, and 1 British Pound (GBP) equals approximately 12 to 13 dirhams, depending on current exchange rates. In all major cities, you can withdraw cash using international Visa, MasterCard, and other widely accepted bank cards. There are also numerous exchange offices available at airports, city centers, and tourist areas. Please note that exporting Moroccan dirhams outside the country is prohibited, so it is recommended to exchange or withdraw only the amount you need.
Local Time:
Morocco generally operates on GMT+1, with slight adjustments during certain times of the year, particularly during Ramadan. Compared to countries such as France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, or Spain, there may be a one to two-hour time difference depending on the season. For travelers from the United Kingdom, Morocco often shares the same time zone or differs by one hour. Visitors from the United States or Canada should expect a larger time difference depending on their departure city.
Passport and Visa:
Citizens of many countries including France, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Germany, Italy, Spain, and several other European nations are required to hold a valid passport with at least six months validity beyond the date of entry into Morocco. For short-term tourist stays, a visa is generally not required for these nationalities. However, entry requirements may vary depending on your country of origin, so it is strongly recommended to check with your local Moroccan embassy or consulate before traveling.
Health:
No specific vaccinations are required for most international travelers visiting Morocco. However, it is recommended to be up to date on routine vaccinations. The best precaution remains prevention: drink bottled water, avoid poorly preserved food, and consider purchasing travel insurance that covers medical expenses. Morocco’s major cities offer good healthcare facilities, and pharmacies are widely available throughout the country.
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