6 Days Desert Adventure From Casablanca to Marrakech

Start your adventure from Casablanca with a visit to the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Enjoy the stunning architecture and coastal views before continuing to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. In Rabat, visit the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, and the picturesque Kasbah of the Udayas. After lunch, continue your journey to Fes, arriving in the late afternoon. Check into your hotel and enjoy some free time to relax before dinner. Overnight in Fes.

After breakfast, enjoy a full day guided tour of Fes, one of Morocco’s most fascinating imperial cities. Explore the medieval medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the world’s largest living medieval cities. Visit the famous Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, the Bou Inania Madrasa, and the traditional tanneries where leather is still produced using ancient methods. Wander through the colorful souks, where you can purchase local crafts and spices. Visit the Royal Palace and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah). Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant in the medina. In the afternoon, visit the pottery cooperative to see how traditional ceramics are made. Enjoy free time in the late afternoon to explore on your own or relax at your riad. Overnight in Fes.

After breakfast, depart for the Sahara Desert. Travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine-style architecture. Continue through the cedar forests where you might spot Barbary macaques. Stop for lunch in Midelt, nestled between the Middle and High Atlas Mountains. Continue through the dramatic Ziz Valley with its vast palm groves and stunning gorges. Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon, where you’ll mount your camels for a trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach your desert camp. Enjoy a spectacular sunset over the dunes, followed by a traditional Berber dinner and entertainment under the stars. Overnight in the desert camp.

Wake up early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, ride camels back to Merzouga village. Begin your journey to the Dades Valley, stopping at the impressive Todra Gorges. Walk through the towering canyon walls and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. After lunch in a local restaurant, continue to the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.” Enjoy stunning views of the valley and its traditional Berber villages. Check into your hotel and enjoy dinner with panoramic views of the valley. Overnight in Dades Valley.

After breakfast, continue your journey through the Valley of the Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Visit the famous Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas Film Studios. Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Explore this ancient fortified village before having lunch. In the afternoon, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260m), enjoying breathtaking views of the mountains and Berber villages along the way. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon and check into your hotel. Overnight in Marrakech.

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech, the “Red City.” Explore the vibrant medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the famous Koutoubia Mosque, the Bahia Palace, and the Saadian Tombs. Wander through the bustling souks, where you can shop for traditional crafts, spices, and leather goods. In the afternoon, visit the beautiful Majorelle Garden and the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa square, where you can experience snake charmers, storytellers, and food stalls. Enjoy a farewell lunch at a traditional restaurant before your tour concludes. End of your 6-day desert adventure from Casablanca to Marrakech.