Tour Details

Our new & exclusive 8-day adventure takes you from the coastal city of Casablanca to the lively Marrakech, via Morocco’s most popular cities and towns. Join us to explore the imperial cities of Rabat and Fes and enjoy the beauty of the Middle Atlas Mountains as well as experience the magic of the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Also, let’s try a camel ride, a night in a desert camp, and a session of traditional Gnawa music. Lastly, let us hit the road & travel through the amazing landscapes of Todra and Dades Gorges, visit the historic kasbahs of Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou.

Price Includes:

An air-conditioned 4×4 or comfortable vehicle
A well-spoken & experienced English-speaking tour guide/ driver
A hotel room with a private bathroom & air-conditioner
A night in a luxury desert camp at the heart of Erg Chebbi sand dunes
A camel-ride for an hour or so in the Sahara Desert
Free sand boarding in the dunes
Option to be dropped off at the camp on a 4x4 car
Luggage handling during the trip
Traditional music and drumming around the campfire
Free time to explore sites like Ait Ben Haddou, Ounila Valley, Kasbah Amredhil, and the valley of roses
Flexibility to stop along the way whenever you wish

Price Excludes:

Flight tickets
Lunches
Personal expenses
Entry fees to monuments

Itinerary

Day 1Casablanca – Rabat – Fes

On the first day of 8-day tour, we will begin our journey from Casablanca. First of all, we will visit the iconic and picturesque Hassan II Mosque before driving to Morocco’s capital, Rabat. Once there in Rabat, we will explore the city’s main monuments such as the Oudayas Kasbah and Hassan Tower. After lunch, we will continue our journey to the imperial city of Fes, where we will spend the night.

Day 2Fes – Full Day Sightseeing- Local tour in Fes

We will dedicate this day to exploring the hidden corners and treasures of Fes city, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital. In addition to that, we will wander through the narrow alleys of the UNESCO-listed Medina and visit the historic Al Quaraouiyine University as well as the colorful tanneries, not only that but we will also visit the Bou Inania Madrasa and enjoy a panoramic view of the city before returning to our riad for the night.

Day 3Fes – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Errachidia – Merzouga Desert

We will leave Fes and travel through the magical Middle Atlas Mountains via towns like Ifrane as well as the cedar forest, a home to monkeys and lots of trees. Next, we will continue our drive to Midelt and stop there for lunch. After that, we will drive through the Ziz Valley and Errachidia before we arrive in the golden sand dunes of Merzouga. Once there, we will go for a camel ride, watch the sunset and enjoy a traditional dinner and an overnight stay near the sand dunes.

Day 4Merzouga – Local Tour – Gnawa Music

Today is going to be dedicated to exploring the entire Merzouga village and its surroundings. First, we will visit a local village known for Gnawa music. After that, we will head over to discover traditional Berber life with local nomads living in the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. In addition to that, we will visit seasonal lake of Merzouga. In the evening, we will ride camels across the dunes and enjoy a magical desert sunset before spending the night in a desert camp and watch the stars.

Day 5Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges

After a nice breakfast, we will leave the Sahara desert behind and stop by the traditional market of Rissani, then drive to the impressive Todra Gorges, a spot for hikers and rock climbers. After some time of exploring the canyon, we will continue our journey through the Dades Valley, known for its stunning rock formations and Kasbahs and spend the night there at a Riad.

Day 6 Dades Gorges – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

A new day is a new adventure! Today we will drive through the Valley of Roses and stop in Kalaat M’Gouna, a town famous for its roses and beautiful rose products. Following that, we will visit the film studios and the ancient Kasbah of Taourirt in Ouarzazate. Next, we will carry on to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou before crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass and arriving in Marrakech in the evening.

Day 7Marrakech – Local Tour

On the seventh day of our tour, we will discover the vibrant city of Marrakech with a guide to explore the most iconic landmarks of Marrakech, namely the Koutoubia Mosque with its towering and well-decorated minaret. After that, we will explore the iconic Bahia Palace, and then walk around the lively Jemaa El-Fna square as well as explore the colorful souks of Marrakech Medina.

At nightfall, we will drop you off at the Riad for the night.

Day 8Transfer to Airport- Menara Airport

Depending on your flight time, we could enjoy some free time for last-minute shopping or relaxation before we drive you to Marrakech or Casablanca airport. Here, our 8-day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech concludes.