8 Days Tour from Marrakech to Casablanca

Overview

Embark on an 8-day adventure through Morocco, beginning in Marrakech and concluding in Casablanca. This tour takes you through the majestic Atlas Mountains, historic kasbahs, lush valleys, and the golden sands of the Sahara Desert. Explore the cultural richness of Fes, the vibrant blue streets of Chefchaouen, and the coastal beauty of Asilah. End your journey with a visit to the iconic Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.

From camel trekking in the dunes of Erg Chebbi to the vibrant medinas of Morocco’s imperial cities, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and stunning landscapes.

Tour Info

Duration: 8 Days & 7 Nights
Departure Time: 08:00 am
Starting Location: Marrakech
Ending Location: Casablanca

Highlights

Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’Tichka Pass.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
Explore the scenic Roses and Dades Valleys.
Discover the Todra Gorges and ride camels in the Merzouga Desert.
Spend a night under the stars in a desert camp.
Drive through the Ziz Valley and Cedar Forest to Fes.
Stroll through the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen.
Visit Tangier and the charming coastal town of Asilah.
Explore Rabat’s Hassan Tower and the historic Oudayas Kasbah.
Admire Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque.

Tour Plan

Day 1: Marrakech – Boumalne Dades

Start your journey with a scenic drive across the Atlas Mountains and Tizi N’Tichka Pass. Visit the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch, continue to Ouarzazate and pass through the Roses Valley before arriving in Boumalne Dades for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert

Travel through the Todra Gorges, famous for their towering canyon walls. After lunch, pass through Erfoud and arrive in Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, witness a magical sunset, and spend the night in a Berber-style desert camp.

Day 3: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Fes

Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes before returning to Merzouga by camel. Continue your journey through the Ziz Valley and Cedar Forest, stopping to see the wild monkeys near Azrou. Visit Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland,” before arriving in Fes for an overnight stay.

Day 4: Fes – Chefchaouen

Explore the winding streets of Fes, one of Morocco’s most historic cities, before heading north to the picturesque blue city of Chefchaouen. Nestled in the Rif Mountains, it offers charming streets and stunning landscapes. Spend the night in a local riad.

Day 5: Chefchaouen – Tangier

Depart Chefchaouen and journey to Tangier via Tetouan, the “White Dove” city. In Tangier, explore its rich history as a gateway between Africa and Europe. Spend the evening strolling its streets before staying overnight in a local hotel.

Day 6: Tangier – Asilah

Drive along the Atlantic coast to Asilah, a charming seaside town known for its artistic vibe and whitewashed medina. Spend the day exploring its cultural attractions, relax at the beach, and enjoy an overnight stay in a hotel or riad.

Day 7: Asilah – Rabat

Continue south to Rabat, Morocco’s capital city. Visit the Hassan Tower, an incomplete mosque with towering minarets, and the Oudayas Kasbah overlooking the Bouregreg River. Stay overnight in Rabat.

Day 8: Rabat – Casablanca

End your journey in Casablanca, Morocco’s largest city. Visit the iconic Hassan II Mosque, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture and one of the largest mosques in the world. Conclude the tour with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport.