8 Days Tour from Casablanca to the Merzouga Desert, Marrakech
Tour from
Casablanca
Duration
8 day
Min people
1 person
Destination
Marrakech
8 Days Tour from Casablanca to the Merzouga Desert, Marrakech
Discover Morocco’s most fascinating destinations on this unforgettable 8-day journey from Casablanca through imperial cities, the Atlas Mountains, and the magical Sahara Desert. This tour combines history, culture, and adventure as you explore the vibrant city of Marrakech, travel through beautiful valleys and kasbahs, and experience camel trekking in the golden dunes of Merzouga. Along the way, you will visit spectacular landscapes such as Todra Gorges and Dades Valley before continuing toward Fez and the famous blue city of Chefchaouen. The tour ends back in Casablanca after an incredible Moroccan adventure.
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Visit the vibrant city of Marrakech
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Explore the famous Medina, souks, and historical monuments
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Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
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Discover Ouarzazate – the Hollywood of Morocco
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Visit Skoura Oasis and Ameridil Kasbah
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Explore the beautiful Dades Valley
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Walk through the spectacular Todra Gorges
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Camel trekking experience in the Erg Chebbi Sahara dunes
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Overnight stay in a Sahara desert camp
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Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
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Visit the historic city of Fez
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Discover the famous Blue City of Chefchaouen
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Return to Casablanca
Day 1: Casablanca – Marrakech
Your journey begins in Casablanca where we meet and start the tour. From there, we travel to the vibrant city of Marrakech. After arrival, check in to a traditional Moroccan riad where you will spend the night.
Day 2: Discover Marrakech
Today is dedicated to exploring the fascinating city of Marrakech. Visit the historic Medina with its lively souks and traditional markets. You will also discover famous landmarks such as the Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Gardens, and Menara Gardens.
After a full day of exploration, return to your riad for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
After breakfast, depart from Marrakech and cross the High Atlas Mountains through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Arrive in Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Africa,” where you will visit the film studios.
Continue toward Skoura Oasis to explore the famous Ameridil Kasbah. Later, travel through the Valley of Roses and Kalaa Mgouna before arriving at Dades Valley where you will spend the night.
Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga
After breakfast, explore the spectacular landscapes of Dades Valley and Todra Gorges, known for their dramatic canyon walls.
Continue the journey through Tinjdad, Erfoud, and Rissani before arriving in Merzouga at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Here you will enjoy a camel trekking experience across the dunes of Erg Chebbi before arriving at the desert camp for dinner and overnight stay under the stars.
Day 5: Merzouga – Middle Atlas – Fez
Wake up early to admire the beautiful sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast and returning by camel to the hotel, depart toward Fez.
Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through beautiful landscapes and cedar forests where you may see Barbary monkeys. Arrive in Fez where you will spend the night in a traditional riad.
Day 6: Fez – Chefchaouen
After breakfast, enjoy a visit to the historic city of Fez including the famous Al Quaraouiyine University, traditional souks, and historic monuments.
Later, continue the journey to the Rif Mountains where you will arrive at Chefchaouen, known as the “Blue Pearl of Morocco.” Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 7: Chefchaouen – Casablanca
Spend the morning exploring the charming blue streets of Chefchaouen and taking memorable photos.
Later, depart toward Casablanca where you will spend the night.
Day 8: Casablanca
After breakfast, enjoy some time exploring Casablanca before the end of your tour.