Overview of the Desert Tour from Casablanca
Embark on our 9 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca, a magical journey across Morocco’s most iconic cities and desert wonders. Explore the vibrant streets of Casablanca and the stunning golden dunes of the Sahara Desert to experience the rich culture, stunning scenery, and friendly people of this North African treasure. Explore historic landmarks, traditional markets, old cities, and Moroccan culinary delights. The trip’s high point is an amazing camel ride into the Sahara, where you’ll camp out under the starry sky.
- Duration : 9 days/ 8 nights
- Start : casablanca
- End : casablanca or available in the city of your choice.
- Hotels : Standards or luxurious
- PRICE : Depends on the number of travellers
Highlights of the 9 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca
- Cross the high Atlas Mountains from Marrakech to Ouarzazate.
- Discover the remarkably preserved Kasbahs of Ait Ben Haddou ,
- Ride your camel in Erg Chebbi and watch a stunning sunset view in the horizon.
- Spend the night at your luxury Sahara desert camp.
- Visit Erfoud’s Fossils museum.
- Watch Barbary apes in Middle Atlas Mountains on your way to Fes
Itinerary
Your driving guide will welcome you at the airport and accompany you throughout your nine-day Desert Tour from Casablanca. You will drive from Casablanca to Marrakech, a bustling city known for its historic palaces, vibrant souks, and fascinating vibe. Throughout the day, visit the renowned Jemaa el-Fnaa marketplace, the beautiful Majorelle Garden, and the historic Bahia Palace. Spend the night in Marrakesh.
We will begin our day with a tour to Marrakech, which was founded by the Almoravids in the eleventh century. We highlight the Koutoubia minaret, a city emblem and true treasure of Almohad art, as well as the Saadia Tombs, the Bahia Palace, the Medina, and the famed Jemaá el Fná plaza, which is home to a plethora of sellers, acrobats, and storytellers. This rich day in your Desert Tour from Casablanca ends with a night at the hotel/riad.
We will start the second day of the Desert Tour from Casablanca from your hotel or riad in Marrakech city to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou (a world heritage site declared by UNESCO in 1987) through Tizi-Ntichka pass and the High Atlas Mountains.
After a long road, we will stop to visit Ait Ben Haddou and the film studios, where many world-famous movies like Gladiator and The Mummy were filmed. Then we continue to Ouarzazate for lunch.
In the afternoon, we’ll drive to the Oasis of Skoura (a small village), then continue to the rose city via the Valley of the Roses, and directly to Dades Gorges for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel/riad.
After a traditional breakfast, we leave the quiet town and continue the Desert Tour from Casablanca toward the desert, a great adventure leading to a desert camp. We continue the road to Tinghir, a small Berber village whose name means “shoulder” in the Berber language. Tinghir was once a military post during French colonization.
After lunch at a local café, we continue to Erfoud, the capital of marble fossils. Visit the stone factory, then continue toward the Merzouga desert, crossing rocky terrain. Once in Merzouga, camels will be waiting for you. Enjoy a camel ride over the sand dunes during sunset, take beautiful photos, and head to the desert camp. Enjoy dinner under a starry sky, traditional nomad music, and dance around the fire all night.
After an early wake-up to enjoy the beautiful sunrise and a delicious breakfast at the desert camp, your camel guide will take you back, and your driver will be waiting for you. We continue the Desert Tour from Casablanca by driving from the desert to Fes, passing through the Ziz Valley near Errachidia, the capital of the Tafilalt region. We’ll stop to take in panoramic views of the valley.
We carry on to Midelt, a city known for its apple production and mining activities. After lunch, we drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in the cedar forests and the Berber towns of Imouzar. In the forest, observe how monkeys live freely. Visit Ifrane, also known as the Switzerland of Morocco. The name comes from the Amazigh language and means “caves.” In 2013, Ifrane was ranked the second-cleanest city in the world. Explore the outdoors and see the famous stone lion statue. The modern city was established by the French in 1929.
After Ifrane, we pass through more Berber towns before reaching Fes for an overnight stay in a hotel or riad.
After breakfast in your riad, continue your Desert Tour from Casablanca by exploring Morocco’s oldest city through its winding lanes and narrow streets. Begin with a visit to the Royal Palace gates, the Jewish Quarter, and Morocco’s first Mellah, dating back to the 14th century. Visit key landmarks including Al Qaraouine University — the oldest in the world — the Tanneries, and the Moulay Idriss Mausoleum. After lunch, explore the tile cooperative and enjoy a panoramic view of the Fes medina. Overnight at the hotel or riad.
After two nights in Fes, we continue our Desert Tour from Casablanca to Chefchaouen, passing through Meknes and Volubilis. You’ll explore Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, and visit key attractions such as Lahdim Square, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, Bab Mansour, and Sahrij Swani (Basin Swani).
We’ll also visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis — one of the best archaeological sites in Morocco — located in a fertile agricultural region in the north. After that, we head to the blue city of Chefchaouen, where you’ll have time to explore its charming blue-painted streets.
In the morning, we head to Rabat to visit the Kasbah of Udaya, built in the 12th century by a fierce tribe of warriors. As your Desert Tour from Casablanca nears its end, we also visit the Hassan Tower, where the façades differ in color due to sea exposure. Near the tower, see the royal mausoleum before heading to Casablanca, where we’ll arrive late in the afternoon. Overnight stay in a hotel.
Your Desert Tour from Casablanca ends today after a remarkable journey through Morocco. The driver will take you to the airport for your departure. We thank you for choosing our agency and hope you enjoyed every moment of your Moroccan adventure.
Included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Casablanca
- Private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional speaking driver/guide throughout the tour
- 8 nights accommodation in carefully selected hotels and traditional riads
- Guided city tours in key destinations including:
- Fes (medina & cultural landmarks)
- Marrakech (historical sites & souks)
- Visit to Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Excursion through the Middle Atlas Mountains and cedar forests near Ifrane
- Camel trek experience in the Merzouga Desert
- Overnight in a desert camp (Berber tents) with dinner and breakfast
- Overnight in dades gorge with dinner and breakfast
- Visit to Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Stops at valleys and gorges, including Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
- Fuel, driver expenses, and all transport-related costs
- Visit the Blue City (Chefchaouen)
excluded
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments (if required)
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
9 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca Price
The price of the 9 days morocco desert from casablanca changes based on factors like your chosen accommodations, the size of your group, and your travel dates. For a personalized price quote that caters to your group’s needs, please reach out to us. Our attentive team is ready to collaborate with you in designing an itinerary that not only fits your budget but also meets your unique preferences. We look forward to helping you plan your Morocco trip itinerary!
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Know Before You Go
- Please note that the 8 days morocco desert from casablanca we have suggested is a starting point for your travel plans. You have the option to customize it according to your preferences by extending or shortening the duration, or adding extra destinations. This flexibility allows you to create an unforgettable and personalized Morocco trip that aligns perfectly with your preferences.
- Apart from the 8 days morocco desert from casablanca, we also offer shorter options including a 7-day tour 8 days morocco desert from casablanca, a 6days morocco desert from casablanca, and a 5-8 days morocco desert from casablanca
- When reserving your tour, please inform us of any dietary preferences or restrictions you may have, such as vegetarian or vegan diets. We are dedicated to meeting your needs and arranging appropriate meals for you.
- If camel rides are not your thing, you can opt for ATV or a comfortable 4×4 car ride to the desert camp instead.
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