5-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Casablanca via Marrakech

5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

This tour is designed for travelers who want more than simple transportation. It combines culture, scenery, comfort, and authentic experiences across Morocco.

• Well-paced 5-day itinerary that allows travelers to fully enjoy each region without rushing.
• Diverse landscapes including the High Atlas Mountains, desert valleys, palm oases, and the Sahara dunes, with scenic stops along the way.
• Authentic desert experience featuring camel trekking in Erg Chebbi, sunset and sunrise views, sandboarding, and an overnight desert camp.
• Comfortable travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
• Cultural discovery through historic towns, traditional villages, and the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou.
• Stress-free organization from pickup in Casablanca to final drop-off in Marrakech.

What's Included

Bottled water
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Lunch
Personal expenses
Entrance fees

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup is flexible and available from hotels, riads, private accommodations, and airports.
Travelers will be contacted in advance to confirm the exact pickup time and location.

Drop-off point

we drop off the travelers at their desired destination.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Casablanca → Marrakech

    2 stops
  • 1

    Travelers are picked up from their hotel, riad, private accommodation, or Casablanca Mohammed V Airport. After meeting the driver and confirming the itinerary, the journey begins toward Marrakech in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Marrakech

    Upon arrival in Marrakech, travelers begin discovering the city’s vibrant atmosphere. The visit focuses on the historic Medina, traditional souks, and lively streets, offering a first immersion into Moroccan culture, architecture, and daily life in one of the country’s most iconic cities.

    4 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Marrakech → High Atlas → Aït Ben Haddou → Tinghir

    4 stops
  • 3
    High Atlas Mountains

    Leaving Marrakech in the morning, travelers journey through the High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, they enjoy panoramic views, winding mountain roads, Berber villages, and terraced landscapes. Short scenic stops are made for photos and to appreciate the changing mountain scenery.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Tizi n Tichka

    The Tizi n’Tichka Pass is one of the highest mountain passes in Morocco. Travelers stop to enjoy wide panoramic views over the Atlas Mountains and surrounding valleys before continuing south toward the desert region.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou

    Travelers visit the UNESCO-listed ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, famous for its earthen architecture and historic role as a caravan stop. The walk through the village includes narrow alleys, traditional buildings, and viewpoints overlooking the surrounding landscape.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Tinghir

    The journey continues toward Tinghir, passing desert landscapes, oasis towns, and palm groves. Tinghir is a calm oasis town where travelers settle in for the night after a full day of exploration.

    12 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Tinghir → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi)

    3 stops
  • 7
    Todra Gorge

    After breakfast, travelers head to Todra Gorge. The drive passes palm groves and small villages before reaching the impressive canyon. Visitors walk through the narrow gorge, admire towering limestone cliffs, and enjoy the contrast between rocky walls and the river below.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8

    The journey continues toward Merzouga, passing desert towns, oases, and arid landscapes that gradually transform into vast sandy plains. Upon arrival at the edge of the Sahara, travelers experience the unique atmosphere of the desert before preparing for camel trekking.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Travelers ride camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Along the way, they enjoy panoramic desert views and stop to watch the sunset. At the desert camp, guests can try sandboarding, relax, and enjoy traditional music under the stars.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Merzouga → Rissani → Draa Valley → Agdz

    3 stops
  • 10
    Rissani

    After leaving the desert area, travelers head toward Rissani, a historic town once known as an important caravan trading center. The drive passes desert landscapes and oasis areas, offering insight into traditional life in the Tafilalet region. A short stop allows travelers to experience the atmosphere of this historic town.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Draa Valley

    The journey continues through the Draa Valley, one of Morocco’s longest and most scenic valleys. Travelers enjoy views of endless palm groves, traditional kasbahs, small villages, and fertile oases stretching along the river, highlighting the contrast between desert and greenery.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Agdz

    Arrival in Agdz, a quiet oasis town located at the edge of the Draa Valley. Travelers settle in and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by palm trees and traditional architecture after a full day of scenic driving

    12 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Agdz → High Atlas Mountains → Marrakech (Final Drop-off)

    2 stops
  • 13
    High Atlas Mountains

    Leaving Agdz in the morning, travelers drive back through the High Atlas Mountains. Along the route, they enjoy panoramic mountain views, winding roads, Berber villages, and scenic valleys, with short photo stops to appreciate the landscapes before descending toward Marrakech.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Marrakech

    Arrival in Marrakech marks the end of the tour. Travelers are dropped off at their hotel, riad, private accommodation, or Marrakech airport after completing their journey through Morocco’s cities, mountains, valleys, and Sahara Desert.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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