8-Day Journey from Casablanca to the Desert

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Overview

This 8-day tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes, taking you from the bustling city of Casablanca through the peaceful Sahara Desert and into the lively medinas of Marrakech. Experience the magic of camel trekking, starry desert nights, and ancient kasbahs. Whether you’re exploring the imperial city of Rabat or riding through the majestic Atlas Mountains, this journey showcases Morocco’s best, all while returning you to the city where it began.

Highlights

Explore the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
Discover the imperial cities of Rabat and Fes
Ride camels through the vast Merzouga dunes
Spend a night in a traditional Berber camp under the stars
Visit the stunning Todra and Dades Gorges
Explore the historic kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
Enjoy the vibrant souks and gardens of Marrakech

Itinerary

Day 1: Casablanca – Marrakech

8:00 AM – Start with a tour of Casablanca, visiting the magnificent Hassan II Mosque. Then head toward Marrakech, where you’ll check into a traditional riad and start exploring the colorful souks and lively medina.

Day 2: Marrakech Discovery

9:00 AM – Discover Marrakech’s most iconic landmarks, including the Koutoubia Mosque, Menara Gardens, and the famous Majorelle Gardens. Spend the evening soaking in the atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fnaa Square.

Day 3: Marrakech – Dades Valley

8:00 AM – Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ouarzazate (known as the “Hollywood of Africa”) before continuing to the Skoura Oasis and the Ameridil Kasbah. Arrive at the scenic Dades Valley and spend the night there.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Merzouga

9:00 AM – Explore the Todra Gorges before heading to Merzouga. Arrive in time for a camel trek through the desert at sunset, followed by a traditional dinner and overnight stay in a Berber desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga – Fes

6:00 AM – Watch the sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast. Start your journey to Fes, stopping along the way at the cedar forests of Azrou and enjoying the sights of Barbary apes.

Day 6: Fes – Chefchaouen

9:00 AM – Spend the morning exploring the ancient city of Fes, including the medina, souks, and Al Quaraouiyine University. In the afternoon, drive to Chefchaouen, the famous blue-washed town nestled in the Rif Mountains.

Day 7: Chefchaouen – Rabat

9:00 AM – Spend the morning exploring Chefchaouen before heading to Rabat. Visit the Royal Palace, the Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.

Day 8: Rabat – Casablanca

9:00 AM – After breakfast, return to Casablanca, where your unforgettable Moroccan adventure comes to an end.