5 days Marrakech to Casablanca Desert tour

the first day of your 5 days Marrakech to Casablanca Desert tour

Your 5 days Marrakech to Casablanca Desert Tour begins with an early morning pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. Leave the city behind and head toward the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, crossing the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters (7,415 feet), Morocco's highest mountain pass. Along the way, stop at scenic viewpoints to admire the dramatic mountain landscapes and traditional Amazigh (Berber) villages built into the hillsides.

Continue toward the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Benhaddou, one of Morocco's most famous fortified villages. Explore its ancient earthen kasbahs, narrow passageways, and historic architecture while discovering why this remarkable location has appeared in famous productions such as Gladiator, Game of Thrones, and The Mummy. After exploring the kasbah, stop for lunch a restaurant.

From Ait Benhaddou, continue to Ouarzazate, widely known as the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Here, you will have the option to visit Atlas Film Studios, one of the world’s largest film studios. Discover impressive sets, props, temples, palaces, and recreated desert landscapes that have featured in famous movies and television productions filmed in Morocco.

then continues through the beautiful Skoura Oasis, filled with palm groves, traditional villages, and historic kasbahs. Travel onward through the Valley of Roses, known for its rose cultivation, local cooperatives, and annual Rose Festival in spring.

As you approach the Dades Valley, stop at the famous Monkey Fingers, where naturally sculpted rock formations create one of the area's most impressive landscapes. Enjoy the panoramic views and take photos before continuing to your accommodation.

Later, check in to your hotel or riad in the Dades Valley and relax after a day of exploring Morocco's southern landscapes. Enjoy dinner surrounded by the peaceful scenery of the valley.

Accommodation: Riad/Hotel in Dades Valley
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Approximate driving time: 6–7 hours

The second day of your 5 days Desert tour from Marrakech to Casablanca

After breakfast, continue your 5 days Desert tour from Marrakech to Casablanca from the Dades Valley toward the spectacular Todra Gorges. Travel through dramatic mountain scenery, traditional Amazigh villages, and beautiful palm-filled valleys before reaching the famous canyon. Take time to explore the gorge and admire its towering limestone walls.

Continue toward Tinjdad, where you can stop for lunch. Afterward, optional stop in  a traditional Moroccan and Amazigh clothing cooperative, where you can try on traditional outfits free of charge, take memorable photos, and enjoy a complimentary henna tattoo prepared by local women.

The journey then takes you to Erfoud, famous for its rich fossil heritage. This region is known for ancient fossils such as ammonites and trilobites. If you wish, enjoy an optional visit to a fossil workshop or museum to discover how these fossils are found, polished, and transformed into unique pieces.

From Erfoud, continue toward Merzouga, where the landscape gradually changes into the breathtaking golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Upon arrival, meet your camel guide and begin your camel trek through the Sahara Desert as the sun starts to set. Ride across the dunes, enjoy sandboarding and spectacular sunset views, and then continue to your luxury Sahara desert camp.

At the camp, relax with traditional Moroccan tea before enjoying a delicious dinner. Later, enjoy local drumming and music around the campfire and admire the incredible Sahara night sky while stargazing among the dunes.

Accommodation: Luxury Sahara Desert Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
Approximate driving time: 4.5–5 hours

The third day of your Marrakech Desert tour to Casablanca 5 days

Wake up early to enjoy a spectacular sunrise over the golden Sahara dunes before having breakfast at your desert camp. After breakfast, leave Merzouga behind and begin the scenic journey north toward Fes as part of your 5 days Marrakech to Casablanca Desert Tour.

Travel through Erfoud and continue toward the breathtaking Ziz Valley, famous for its vast palm groves and dramatic desert landscapes. Stop at a panoramic viewpoint to admire the oasis from above and take memorable photos before continuing through the mountains.

Cross the scenic High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Midelt, often known as the “Apple Capital of Morocco.” Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing through the changing mountain scenery toward the Middle Atlas region.

In the afternoon, make a stop at the famous Azrou Cedar Forest, where you may have the opportunity to see the playful Barbary macaques in their natural surroundings. Continue to Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” and admire its distinctive alpine-style architecture, clean streets, and beautiful green spaces.

Upon arrival in Fes, check in to your hotel or riad and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Relax after the journey or take some time to explore the surroundings before your guided Fes city tour the following day.

Accommodation: Riad/Hotel in Fes
Meals Included: Breakfast
Approximate driving time: 8–9 hours

The fourth day of your Marrakech to Casablanca tour 5 days

Begin your Fes guided city tour with a visit to the impressive Royal Palace Gate, one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. Continue to El Mellah, the historic Jewish Quarter, where you can discover an important part of Fes's cultural and architectural heritage.

Next, head to Borj Sud, a historic fortress offering panoramic views across the ancient city and the surrounding hills. Continue to a traditional ceramics and pottery workshop, where you can see local artisans creating and decorating Moroccan handicrafts.

Afterward, enter the historic Fes Medina and explore its maze of narrow streets, traditional souks, and lively markets. Continue through the old city to discover important landmarks such as Al Quaraouiyine, the Attarine Madrasa, and the famous Chouara Tanneries, where traditional leather-making techniques are still practiced.

After the guided visit, enjoy lunch in Fes before departing toward Chefchaouen. Travel through the scenic Rif Mountains, enjoying the changing landscapes of northern Morocco along the way.

Arrive in Chefchaouen, the famous Blue City, later in the afternoon. Check in to your hotel or riad, then enjoy some free time to wander through the beautiful blue-painted streets, discover the charming Medina, and experience the relaxed atmosphere of this unique mountain town.

Accommodation: Riad/Hotel in Chefchaouen
Meals Included: Breakfast
Approximate driving time: 3.5–4 hours from Fes to Chefchaouen

The final day of your Marrakech to Casablanca 5 days Desert tour

Begin your final day by exploring Chefchaouen, Morocco's famous Blue City. Take a walk through the charming blue-painted streets and narrow alleyways of the old Medina, discovering colorful doors, local shops, small squares, and traditional houses built into the Rif Mountains.

Continue to Plaza Uta el-Hammam, the heart of the old town, where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and admire the historic Kasbah of Chefchaouen from outside. Take some time to explore the local markets and enjoy the unique character of this beautiful mountain town before departing toward Casablanca.

Continue your journey south through the changing landscapes of northern Morocco. If time allows and your schedule permits, make an optional stop in Rabat, Morocco's capital city. Visit the impressive Hassan Tower and explore the charming Kasbah of the Udayas before continuing toward Casablanca.

After the optional Rabat visit, continue directly to Casablanca, Morocco's largest city. This marks the end of your 5 days Marrakech to Casablanca Tour, completing an unforgettable journey through the Atlas Mountains, Sahara Desert, Fes, Chefchaouen, and the highlights of northern Morocco

Meals Included: Breakfast
Approximate driving time: 5–6 hours