5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca: Explore the Sahara and Beyond
Want to go on a fun 5-day desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech? We’ll take you to explore some amazing places like the city of Fes, the Merzouga desert, Ait Benhaddou, and Ouarzazate. Come with us and discover these cultural and scenic destinations!
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5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca Info
- Departure Location: Casablanca
- Return Location: Marrakech
- Departure Time: 8 am
- Duration: 5 days/4 nights
Includes and Excludes
Includes
- Pickup & dropoff service
- English/Spanish speaking driver
- Private Transportation in an SUV or minivan with A/C
- Camel for each in the desert
- Accommodations
- Breakfasts
- Dinners
Excludes
- Plane ticket
- Monuments fees
- Lunches
- Tips
- Drinks
5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca Highlights
- Hassan II mosque
- Fes the cultural city
- Cedar forest
- Merzouga Sahara desert
- Todgha gorges
- Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- The Atlas studio in Ouarzazate
- Jemaa El Fna Square in Marrakech
5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca Overview
Our 5-day tour in Morocco starts in Casablanca and ends in Marrakech. We will visit many beautiful places during our journey. First, we’ll see the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Then, we will walk through the ancient medina of Fes and visit its oldest university, Al Quaraouiyine. We will go to the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, where you’ll ride a camel and view its breathtaking colors and landscapes. We’ll stop at Todgha and Dades Gorges and the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou on our way back north. Our journey will end in Marrakech, a famous tourist destination.
5-Day Desert Tour from Casablanca itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca to Fes via Rabat
We will start your trip from your hotel in Casablanca and drive to the Hassan II Mosque, a big mosque that you can go inside even if you are not Muslim. Then we will go to Rabat, another city in Morocco, where we will visit some historical sites like Hassan Tower and Kasbah of the Oudayas. We will also see Chellah, some old ruins from a long time ago. After that, we will drive to Fes and stay in a traditional Moroccan riad with a nice courtyard.
Day 2: Fes guided tour
Your second day of a 5-day tour from Casablanca to the Sahara desert is about exploring Fes. A local guide will accompany you on this adventure. You will begin by visiting the Royal Palace called Dar al-Makhzen, and then move on to The Mellah, which is the oldest Jewish district in Morocco dating back to 1438. After that, you will visit Borj Nord, which will provide you exceptional views of the city. You will then visit the tanneries and wander around the narrow streets of the ancient Medina. In particular, you will explore the Al Quaraouiyine and Al Bouaanania universities. You will spend the night in Fes before heading out for the next day’s adventure.
Day 3: Fes to Merzouga
On the third day of your tour, you will ride camels through the desert of Merzouga. Before that, you will stop in Ifrane, where you can see a statue of a lion and beautiful cedar forests. Then, you will visit Azrou, surrounded by mountains, and see Barbary macaques, a type of monkey native to Morocco. After lunch, you will go on a scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains, where you will stop to take pictures of the stunning views. In the afternoon, you will arrive in Merzouga, where you will meet your camel guide and embark on the camel trek through the desert. You will have dinner and listen to music before stargazing and going to bed.
Day 4: Merzouga to Dades Gorges
In this 5-day Sahara Desert tour, on the 4th day, you’ll wake up early to see the sunrise over the desert. After breakfast, you’ll ride camels back to where you started. A driver will be waiting to take you to the city of Rissani, known for its souk. You can buy traditional Moroccan handicrafts, but it’s busiest on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. You’ll also see an old irrigation system used for watering crops in the Tafilalt oasis. After lunch in Tingjdad, you’ll head to the Todgha Gorges, famous for hiking and rock climbing. You’ll then go to Dades Gorges to see the famous Monkey Toes rock formations and spend the night in a traditional riad.
Day 5: Dades Gorges to Marrakech
On the last day of your 5-day tour from Casablanca to Erg Chebbi Desert, you will go through the land of roses and the road of a thousand kasbahs. You will visit Ouarzazate, known as “Cinema City,” to see the Taourirt Kasbah and Atlas Studios. Then, you will journey to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a fortified village in a valley that offers great views of the mountains. After lunch, you will head to Marrakech, stopping at Tizi n’Tichka Pass to see the panoramic views. If you are interested, you can also visit an argan oil cooperative. Argan oil is a Moroccan product made from argan tree kernels that is used in cooking, cosmetics, and traditional medicine. You will end your desert tour in Marrakech, where you will be dropped off at the airport or your accommodation.
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Stunning Views
This tour of Morocco is really amazing! You’ll see lots of different landscapes from Casablanca, like the old city of Fes and the big sand dunes of the Merzouga desert. You’ll also get to visit cool historical places like the Fes el Bali medina, the Chouara Tannery, and the Bou Inania Madrasa. Plus, when you get to the desert, you’ll ride camels and have dinner under the stars – how cool is that? Anyone who goes to Morocco should definitely do this tour!
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
We offer a tour of Casablanca that includes transportation to and from your hotel or the airport. Our knowledgeable drivers will make sure you have a stress-free trip.
Professional Driver/Guide
Take our 5-day Morocco tour from Casablanca. You will be guided by the best guides in Morocco. They will speak English and tell you about the main attractions you visit. In Fes, you will have a local guide. With them, you can learn more about Morocco’s rich culture and history. This is a great opportunity to have a comprehensive and enriching travel experience. They are all passionate and knowledgeable locals who will make sure you enjoy your tour.
Photography Locations
This trip to Morocco lasts 5 days and is perfect for people who love taking photos. Morocco is a beautiful country with lots of different landscapes, a rich culture, and bright colors. You can take amazing pictures of Fes, which has an old town called a medina. You can also take pictures of the Sahara desert, which has very tall sand hills, and the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, which is a famous building with a special design.
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