Marrakech to Casablanca 6 Day Desert Explorer Tour Experience

listing image 1
Show all photos
6 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 3 more

Discover Morocco on a 6-day private tour starting in Marrakech and finishing in Casablanca. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, explore the Dades Valley and Todra Gorge, and experience the Sahara Desert in Merzouga.

Enjoy a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes, spend a night in a desert camp, and discover traditional Berber villages. Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Fes, explore the beautiful blue streets of Chefchaouen, and visit Rabat before finishing your journey in Casablanca.

Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver, with accommodation and selected meals included.

What's Included

5 nights accommodation in the selected Mid-range or Luxury category
Fuel and transportation costs
Professional driver/guide throughout the tour
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[5])
Breakfast
Camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes
Local taxes
Sandboarding (optional)
Overnight in a private desert camp in Merzouga
Private 4×4 excursion in the Merzouga Desert
Licensed local guide for the Fes Medina tour
Pickup from Marrakech and drop-off in Casablanca
Visit to a nomadic family and Khamlia village
Private air-conditioned vehicle and transportation throughout the 6-day tour
Dinners in Dades Valley and Merzouga
Lunches
Drinks
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Flights and travel insurance

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from your hotel, riad, or accommodation in Marrakech. Airport pickup from Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) can also be arranged upon request. Please provide your exact pickup location when booking. Our driver will meet you at the agreed location.

Drop-off point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley

    3 stops
  • 1
    Tizi n Tichka

    Your private 6-day Morocco tour begins with morning pickup from your accommodation in Marrakech. Travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views and photo stops along the way.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ait Ben Haddou

    Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its traditional earthen architecture. Enjoy time to explore the historic ksar before continuing through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Dades Gorges

    Arrive in the beautiful Dades Valley in the late afternoon, where you will enjoy dinner and spend the night in a comfortable honexttel or traditional guesthouse.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert

    3 stops
  • 4
    Todra Gorge

    After breakfast at your hotel in Dades Valley, continue your private Morocco desert tour toward the Sahara. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of Tinghir and stop at Todra Gorge, where impressive limestone cliffs rise above the river.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Erfoud

    Continue through traditional Berber villages, passing through Tinjdad and Erfoud before arriving in Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Erg Chebbi

    In the late afternoon, enjoy a camel ride across the golden dunes and admire the spectacular Sahara sunset. Arrive at your desert camp, where you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night surrounded by the peaceful desert landscape.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Merzouga Desert – 4×4 Excursion – Nomad Families – Khamlia Village

    2 stops
  • 7
    Khamlia

    Wake up early to enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the Sahara dunes before having breakfast at your desert camp. Today, discover the Merzouga region on a private 4×4 excursion. Visit a local nomadic family to learn about their traditional way of life, explore the desert landscapes, and stop at the village of Khamlia, known for its traditional Gnawa music.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Erg Chebbi

    Continue to the M'ifis area, where you can discover the region's historic mineral mines and enjoy panoramic views of the desert. After the excursion, transfer to your hotel in Merzouga, where you can relax and enjoy the swimming pool if available. Optional ATV quad biking or buggy activities can be arranged at an additional cost. Enjoy dinner and spend the night at your hotel in Merzouga.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Midelt - Cedar Forest – Ifrane – Fes

    3 stops
  • 9
    Vallee Tours de ziz

    After breakfast at your hotel in Merzouga, depart for Fes, traveling through the changing landscapes of southeastern and central Morocco. Your first stop is the beautiful Ziz Valley, known for its extensive palm groves and panoramic viewpoints. Continue through Errachidia and the Middle Atlas Mountains toward Midelt, where you will have time for lunch.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Cedar Forest

    After lunch, travel through the cedar forests near Azrou, where you may spot Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Ifrane

    Continue to Ifrane, a charming mountain town famous for its European-style architecture and alpine atmosphere. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon or early evening, where your driver will transfer you to your accommodation for an overnight stay. Important: This is one of the longer driving days, approximately 7–9 hours including stops, depending on traffic and road conditions.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Fes Guided Tour – Chefchaouen Blue City

    2 stops
  • 12
    Medina of Fez

    After breakfast at your accommodation in Fes, meet your licensed local guide for a guided walking tour of the historic medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the narrow streets, traditional souks, artisan workshops and historic landmarks of Fes. Visit the famous Bab Boujloud (Blue Gate), see the exterior of Al Quaraouiyine University and Mosque, and admire the traditional Chouara Tanneries.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Chefchaouen Medina

    After the guided tour, depart for Chefchaouen, the famous Blue City nestled in the Rif Mountains. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and enjoy free time to explore the beautiful blue-painted streets, traditional shops and charming squares at your own pace. Spend the night in Chefchaouen.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Chefchaouen – Rabat – Casablanca

    2 stops
  • 14
    Rabat

    After breakfast at your accommodation in Chefchaouen, depart for Casablanca, traveling through the beautiful landscapes of northern Morocco. Along the way, stop in Rabat, Morocco's capital city, to discover some of its most important historical landmarks. Visit the Hassan Tower, admire the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and explore the picturesque Kasbah of the Udayas, overlooking the Bou Regreg River and the Atlantic Ocean.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Casablanca

    After lunch, continue your journey to Casablanca, Morocco's largest city. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short visit to the impressive Hassan II Mosque from the outside. Your private 6-day Morocco tour concludes with drop-off at the airport or your or accommodation in Casablanca. Thank you for traveling with Marrakech Tour Company. We hope you leave Morocco with unforgettable memories of its imperial cities, mountains, traditional villages and Sahara Desert.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Hassan Marrakech

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
4WD Tours
Pack Animal Tours
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Show more
from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}
Book Now