5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech
Overview - 5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech
This 5-day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech offers a rich journey through the country’s imperial cities, mountain landscapes, lush valleys, and the golden dunes of the Sahara. Traveling from the Atlantic coast to the heart of southern Morocco, you’ll experience the cultural depth of Fez, the natural beauty of the Middle and High Atlas Mountains, and the unforgettable magic of the Merzouga Desert.
Along the way, discover ancient Roman ruins, cedar forests with Barbary apes, dramatic gorges, palm-filled oases, and traditional Berber villages. The tour’s highlight is a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, followed by an overnight stay in a Sahara desert camp under a sky full of stars. Carefully paced and scenic, this itinerary combines comfort, adventure, and authentic Moroccan experiences, ending in the vibrant city of Marrakech.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic journey from Casablanca to Marrakech via imperial cities and desert landscapes
- Explore Meknes and the Roman ruins of Volubilis (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Discover Fez, Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital
- Visit the Cedar Forest of Azrou and see wild Barbary macaques
- Drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains and enjoy alpine views in Ifrane
- Panoramic stops in the lush Ziz Valley oasis
- Sunset camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, Merzouga
- Overnight in a Sahara desert camp with traditional dinner and Berber music
- Witness a magical sunrise over the dunes
- Walk through the dramatic Todgha Gorges
- Travel the scenic Valley of Roses and palm-filled Skoura Oasis
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Comfortable end-of-tour transfer in Marrakech
Day 1: Casablanca – Meknes – Fez
Your journey begins with an early pickup from Casablanca, heading north toward the imperial city of Meknes. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore highlights such as Bab Mansour, the old medina, and the historic El Hedim Square.
Nearby, we stop at the impressive Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can walk among ancient mosaics, arches, and temples that date back to the 3rd century.
After lunch, we continue to Fez, the spiritual and cultural heart of Morocco. Arrival in the afternoon, followed by check-in at a traditional riad.
Overnight in Fez.
Day 2: Fez – Azrou – Midelt – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
After breakfast, we depart Fez and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stop is Ifrane, often called the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine architecture and clean streets.
We continue to the Cedar Forest of Azrou, home to the famous Barbary macaques, where you can enjoy a short walk and photos. Lunch is in Midelt, a town nestled between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains.
In the afternoon, the scenery changes dramatically as we pass through the Ziz Valley, known for its vast palm groves and fortified villages. By late afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Enjoy a sunset camel trek across the golden dunes, followed by dinner and live Berber music at a desert camp.
Overnight in a Sahara desert camp.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert – Todgha Gorges – Dades Valley
Wake up early to admire a breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast, we leave Merzouga and head west through desert landscapes and small Berber villages.
Our next highlight is the spectacular Todgha Gorges, a dramatic canyon with towering rock walls reaching up to 300 meters. Enjoy time to walk through the gorge and have lunch nearby.
In the afternoon, we continue toward the Dades Valley, famous for its rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers” and its scenic mountain roads.
Dinner and overnight in a hotel or riad in Dades Valley.
Day 4: Dades Valley – Valley of Roses – Skoura – Marrakech
After breakfast, we drive through the Valley of Roses, renowned for its rose-water production and beautiful landscapes, especially during the spring bloom.
We continue to Skoura Oasis, a lush palm grove dotted with historic kasbahs, including the famous Kasbah Amridil (optional visit). The journey then takes us across the High Atlas Mountains, via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m), offering panoramic views and photo stops along the way.
By late afternoon or evening, we arrive in Marrakech and transfer to your accommodation.
Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 5: Marrakech Transfer
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport or your preferred drop-off location within the city, marking the end of your unforgettable Morocco desert adventure.
- What's Included
- Private Transport AC Minibus with English speaking guide/driver.
- Pick up & Drop off at your accommodation.
- 1 night at the desert camp (Private tents).
- Camel Trekking in the Sahara Merzouga.
- Dinner & Breakfast.
- What's Excluded
- Lunch.
- Drinks.
- Entrance fees, other personal expenses and gratuities.
