Discover the magic of the Sahara desert of Erg Chebbi by signing up for the 8 days Casablanca to Marrakech desert tour. Visit the imperial cities of Rabat, Meknes, Fes & Marrakech along with the Roman Ruins of Volubilis. Visit the striking Kasbahs, the Sahara desert where you will spend the night in a luxury desert camp under the stars.
We also invite you to take a look at our other package tours from Casablanca including the 5 days Casablanca to Chefchaouen tour via Fes, and the popular 7 days imperial cities tour from Casablanca. However, if you plan to arrive in Marrakech, then you can visit our desert tours from Marrakech.
You are always welcome to contact us in case you need assistance in customizing any tour itinerary as our travel experts are capable to meet your needs.
DAY 1 – Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis – Fes
Meet & greet upon arrival at the airport or pick up from your accommodation in Casablanca, then go for an expedition of 8 days Casablanca to Marrakech desert tour. After visiting the Hassan II Mosque, which dominates the horizons of Casablanca. You will head to Rabat, which is the official capital of Morocco and the home of the king.
Make a visit to the Udayas Kasbah (fortress), which was built by the Almohads in the 12th century, then Rabat’s landmark Hassan Tower and the neighboring Mohammed V Mausoleum before continuing on the track to the imperial city of Meknes where you will explore its highlights including the Bab Mansour Gate, the el-Hedim Square, the olive markets, the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, the Granaries, the Stables, and much more.
You will later have a guided walking tour around the archaeological site of Volubilis before heading to Fes, which we will reach in the evening.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable hotel/Riad including bed & breakfast.
DAY 2 – Full-Day Exploring Fes
After breakfast in your Riad/hotel, you will spend most of the day exploring the mysterious city of Fes with a local tour guide. Start with a nice drive uphill to enjoy the full panoramic view of the Fes el-Bali, which is the largest car-free district in the world. Stretch your legs in the Mellah, then explore the vibrant Medina of Fes with its countless alleyways that are shrouded in mystery. Visit the Souks, the Chaouara tanneries, Pass by theological schools, and much more.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable hotel/Riad including bed & breakfast.
DAY 3 – Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert
Today, you will have an early start as it is recommended to get to the desert of Merzouga before the sun sets. The first drive will take us to the charming city of Ifrane, which is listed as second cleanest city in the world in 2015. The second pause is going to be at the UNESCO preserved cedar forest of the Middle Atlas, which hosts of a colony of Barbary Macaques.
After lunch, which will take place near Midelt, you will cross the spectacular Atlas Mountains, Ziz Gorge, and the Ziz Palm Valley where you can take pictures. Arrive in the desert and have a camel trek through the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi while watching the breathtaking view of the sunset.
Get to the luxury desert camp where you will enjoy a nice dinner in a romantic setting or under the stars before cultminating the day with a relaxing sleep in your tent.
- Overnight accommodation in a luxury desert camp including dinner & breakfast.
DAY 4 – Merzouga Desert – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley
Early wake up in the morning to attend the majestic view of the sunrise, then enjoy a refreshing breakfast before getting ready to resume our 8 days Casablanca to Marrakech desert tour. Drive through the city of Erfoud, which is known for fossil polishing with the option to include a visit to a local factory.
Stretch your legs in the impressive Todra Gorges (Canyons), which is a high cliff that keeps attracting mountain climbers and trekkers from all over the world. After lunch, we will continue on the track to the Dades Valley where you will spend your fourth night.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable Riad/hotel including dinner & breakfast.
DAY 5 – Dades Valley – Nomad Caves – Ouarzazate
Today, the 8 day desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech will lead us to Ouarzazate through the Berber Villages of Ait Boutghrar. En route, you will visit a nomad family that uses the cave as their house offering an opportunity to learn about their unique style of life and how they are able endure the tough life.
Drive through the valley of Roses with the possibility to make a visit to a local cooperative where you can learn about their produce. Later, you will make a visit to the striking Kasbah of Amredil in the Skoura oasis.
Arrive in Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) in the late afternoon and opt for visiting the Taorirt Kasbah, which is located in the heart of the city before getting to your hotel/Riad.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable hotel/Riad including dinner & breakfast.
DAY 6 – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
After breakfast, you will head to Marrakech through the Atlas Film Studios where you may want to make a visit, then have a walking tour around the dramatic Ait Benhaddou Village, which is listed by the UNESCO as world heritage site with its Kasbahs (fortresses) that form a striking example of southern architecture.
Have a nice drive across the spectacular Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m). We will include many stop for taking memorable shots as the views are just stunning. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable hotel/Riad including bed & breakfast.
DAY 7– Full-Day Exploring Marrakech
Today, you will spend most of the day to exploring the authentic city of Marrakech with a local tour guide. Visit the Majorelle Gardens through the Ville Nouvelle. Learn about the history behind the foundation of the Koutoubia Mosque, which is the landmark of Marrakech. Visit the Saadian Tombs, which go back to the 15th century with its unique geometric designs.
You will then explore the Bahia Palace before getting into the heart of the Medina with the vibrant Souks that are organized into sections before ending the tour in the Jemaa el-Fna Square, the focal point of Marrakech.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable Riad/hotel including bed & breakfast.
DAY 8– Marrakech – Airport
Depending on your flight schedule, we will get you to the airport either of Marrakech or Casablanca marking the end of our 8 days Casablanca to Marrakech desert tour.