Enjoy the Adventure
A tour from Casablanca to Marrakech via the Sahara Desert is a great way to experience the diverse culture and stunning landscapes of Morocco. The tour would typically start in Marrakech, a city known for its vibrant markets, historic palaces, and stunning gardens. On the first day, you would likely explore Marrakech’s, The second day of the tour would likely take you out of Marrakech and into the High Atlas Mountains. You would probably get to see the traditional Berber villages dotted along the way, where you could learn about the locals’ way of life and take in the stunning mountain scenery. On the third day, you would take a long drive through the desert, passing kasbahs, oases and Berber villages. You will be crossing the Tizi n’Tichka pass and reach the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou. This is one of the most famous and well-preserved kasbahs in Morocco and have served as a location for many Hollywood films. The fourth day of the tour would typically be spent exploring the desert itself. You might take a camel trek into the dunes, watch the sunset over the desert, and spend the night in a traditional Berber camp. Some tours also include the option of a hot air balloon ride to give you an aerial view of the desert. From the desert, you would then head to the ancient city of Erfoud, which is known for its fossils, and then on to the city of Rissani. This city is known for its traditional suq (market) and the Al-Massira Dam. Finally, you would drive on to your destination for the night, Fez.
Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez
After breakfast in your hotel, we will start our 7 days desert tour casablanca marrakech , Casablanca is the largest city in Morocco and one of the largest financial centers on the continent. It is considered the economic and business center of Morocco. Also, It hosts the primary navel base for the Royal Moroccan Navy. We will take a panoramic tour of the city and visit the exterior of the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in North Africa, and the 13th largest in the world.
Then you will travel on to Meknes, one of the four Imperial cities, where you will visit the famous El Hedim Square, the Mausoleum of Sultan Moulay Ismail, and the Old Medina before arriving at Volubilis. moreover, In our route, we will stop to visit the Roman Ruins of Volubilis. The ruins remained substantially intact until an earthquake devastated them in the mid-18th century. Your accommodations and dinner will be in your hotel in Fez.
Day 2: Fez
After breakfast, at your hotel, a local guide will take you to visit the most remarkable places in the oldest Imperial City. You will visit the Mellah, the Medina, and the exterior of the Kairaouine Mosque. The Kairaouine Mosque, is the holiest and second-largest mosque in Morocco. as well, You will also visit the University of al-Karaouine, the oldest existing and continually operating university in the world as well as the BouInania Madrasa, the most famous quranic school in Morocco. Lastly, you will visit the Chouara Tannery. Lunch will be at a typical restaurant in the medina. Your accommodations and dinner will be back in your hotel in Fes.
Day 3: Fez – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Midelt – Erfoud – Merzouga
Another journey starts, after an earlier breakfast you will leave your hotel to travel towards the Sahara Desert. Then we drive along the road of 1000 Kasbahs you will discover many Berber villages scattered along the way. Then, arrive at Todgha Gorges is a series of limestone river canyons in the eastern part of the High Atlas Mountains in Morocco. moreover, Tinejdad, we will have a Stop to visit a Berber village famous for its’ palms. After that Jorf Here you will stop to visit the old Canal of Irrigation. The next destination is Erfoud, which is a town in southern Morocco where you will have a stop to visit the workers of fossils and the Market of Dates.
Finally, arrival at the edge of Erg Chebbi dunes From here we will go to Erg Chebbi where you will embark upon a camel and journey into the Sahara Desert. In contrast, we will trek our way through the sand to a small Oasis in the middle of the dunes. Here is where you will be spending your evening, where the sky is clear and stars sparkle and shine with intensity.
Your accommodations this evening will be camping in a Nomad Berber Tent. Once settled in at camp, a campfire will be lit and our staff will play music with drums for the reason to share our culture with you. Afterward, you will be severed your dinner under the Saharan skies ‘blanket of stars at the campfire or in the restaurant tent at the camp.
Day 4: Merzouga – Khamlia – Rissani – Erg Chebbi
Earlier, after your breakfast, you will tour the area of Erg Chebbi. visiting Khamlia is a little village in the desert by the biggest dunes in Erg Chebbi; Also you will visit a Berber residence and listen to the indigenous Gnawa music, which had originated in West Africa. moreover, you will visit some deserted mines and the Oasis of the Palm Trees. equally important, you will visit the small oasis town of Rissani which is near the northwest edge of the Sahara.
This picturesque city has gained popularity, not only as of the Tafilalet capital but also as a destination where visitors can still experience the true mystique of Morocco. in addition, visiting the famous market where you can find jewelry, souvenirs, gifts, spices, art, and crafts. Also, lunch will be a traditional Moroccan pizza called “Medfouna”. After you will come back to the hotel in Merzouga and prepare for your journey to Erg Chebbi to take a camel ride back to the desert camp where you will enjoy a second night under the stars.
Day 5: Merzouga – Erfoud – Todgha Gorges – Ouarzazate
We continue our 7 days desert tour casablanca marrakech In the morning, after having a sunrise breakfast we will break camp and ride our camels out of the desert and back to our original point of departure. Next, travel back to the hotel so that you can shower, breakfast. Collect your luggage before starting on your way back towards Dades. More that, visit the canal of irrigation in Jorf, After that, we continue our road to todgha gorges where we will have a stop to visit the higher gorges in all Morocco.
Then we will cross the valley of roses, we will visit the cooperative of women where you can find all kinds of rose products and bio. moreover, Dades Valley. Once you will arrive in Ouarzazate in the afternoon, Your accommodations and dinner will in a hotel at Ouarzazate.
Day 6: Ouarzazate – Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
After your morning breakfast, you will travel to Marrakech by way of the Atlas Mountains. You will stop in Taddart to have lunch at a Berber village in a panoramic restaurant. After you complete your lunch you will continue your travel to Marrakech. Once you arrive in Marrakech, You will be dropped off at your hotel / Riad. Accommodation and dinner at Hotel / Riad.
Day 7: Marrakech – Casablanca
After breakfast, we will depart from Marrakech to travel back to Casablanca to your hotel or transfer to the Airport at which time this will conclude the 7 days desert tour casablanca marrakech . End of our services.
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- 4×4 vehicle or Minibus (with A/C)
- Fuel
- An English speaking driver/guide
- Hotel overnight stays
- Breakfast & dinner
- A camel ride
- night in desert camp
- Visit Khamliya
- Visit the Museum of Fossils
- Accommodation at hotel
- Visit The old Market in Erfoud
- Flights
- Lunches
- Beverages
- All that is not mentioned above
Places to visit in Morocco
- Marrakech: Known for its vibrant markets, stunning palaces, and the famous Djemaa el-Fna square.
- Fes: Home to one of the world’s oldest universities and an enchanting medina (old town) with narrow winding streets.
- Chefchaouen: A picturesque town with blue-painted buildings nestled in the Rif Mountains.
- Casablanca: Morocco’s largest city, famous for its modern architecture, and the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world.
- Essaouira: A coastal town with beautiful beaches, a charming medina, and a thriving arts scene.
- Atlas Mountains: Ideal for hiking, trekking, and exploring traditional Berber villages.
- Sahara Desert: Experience a unique adventure by visiting the vast dunes, going on a camel trek, and spending a night in a desert camp.
These are just a few highlights, and Morocco has much more to offer regarding history, culture, and natural beauty. Remember to research and plan your trip according to your preferences and interests.