5 Days Tour from Casablanca to Fes via Merzouga Desert

Overview

This 5-day tour from Casablanca to Fes via the Merzouga Desert offers an incredible journey across Morocco’s diverse landscapes and historical landmarks. From Casablanca’s modern sights to Marrakech’s vibrant culture, the journey then takes you through the dramatic High Atlas Mountains, the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, and the iconic desert dunes of Merzouga. Experience camel trekking and sleep under the stars in a Berber camp, before continuing through the Ziz Valley, the cedar forests of Ifrane, and finally arriving in Fes, the cultural heart of Morocco.

Tour Information

Duration: 5 Days & 4 Nights
Departure: 08:00 AM
Starting Location: Casablanca
Ending Location: Fes

Highlights

Explore Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque and Corniche.
Visit Marrakech’s iconic sites including Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Gardens, and Bahia Palace.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi Ntichka Pass.
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou.
Visit Dades Valley and Todgha Gorges.
Experience camel trekking in the Merzouga Desert.
Sleep under the stars in a Sahara desert camp.
Drive through Ziz Valley, the cedar forests of Ifrane, and the Middle Atlas Mountains.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Casablanca to Marrakech
Begin the tour in Casablanca, visiting key landmarks such as the Hassan II Mosque, the United Nations Palace, and the Corniche. Afterward, drive to Marrakech, where you’ll have free time to explore the city. Overnight accommodation will be in a riad or hotel.

Day 2: Full Day in Marrakech
After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of Marrakech’s famous sights including Menara Garden, Koutoubia Mosque, Majorelle Gardens, Bahia Palace, and Dar Si Said Palace Jewelry Museum. Afterward, enjoy lunch and explore the colorful souks of the Medina. Finish the day with a sunset drink at Jemaa El Fna Square. Overnight in Marrakech.

Day 3: Marrakech to Dades Valley via High Atlas Mountains
Drive southeast through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi Ntichka Pass, offering panoramic views. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, known for its ancient kasbahs. Continue to the Dades Valley for an overnight stay at a hotel or riad.

Day 4: Dades Valley to Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, drive towards Merzouga, passing through the Todgha Gorges and Berber villages. Reach Merzouga and prepare for a camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy the sunset and spend the night in a traditional Berber tent, experiencing nomadic desert life with music and a starry sky.

Day 5: Merzouga to Fes via Ziz Valley, Ifrane, and Cedar Forest
Rise early to enjoy the sunrise over the desert dunes, then return by camel to your hotel. Depart Merzouga, passing through Erfoud, the Ziz Valley, and the Aoufous oasis. After lunch in Midelt, continue your journey through the cedar forests of Ifrane and the Middle Atlas Mountains, where you may spot Barbary monkeys. Stop in Ifrane before reaching Fes. Drop off at your accommodation, marking the end of the 5-day tour.

Included:

Private transport with air conditioning.
Driver and multilingual guide.
Local guide in Marrakech.
Fuel and accommodation with breakfast (1 night in the desert includes dinner and breakfast).
Camel ride in the desert.