6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech
How will the 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech be like?
The 6 days tour from Casablanca to Marrakech through the desert will be a unique experience that combines the best of Moroccan culture, history and nature in one trip. From the blue streets of Chefchaouen to the Sahara Desert, travelers will witness breathtaking landscapes, such as the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes and the imposing Todra Gorges. You will experience the desert in an authentic way, with camel rides at sunset and a night under the stars in a traditional camp. They will cross Atlas Mountains and ancient fortified villages like Ait Benhaddou, connecting with the deepest essence of Morocco.
This 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech is not only a tour of the most emblematic places, but a total immersion in the local culture, natural beauty and adventure in its purest form, offering unforgettable memories for every traveler.
Duration: 6 days
Departure: Casablanca
Destination: Marrakech
Highlights
- Discover the Hassan II Mosque (Casablanca): One of the largest and most spectacular mosques in the world, where you can explore its impressive architecture and enjoy unique views of the sea.
- Enjoy panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains.
- Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a well-preserved ancient Kasbah.
- Visit the Todra Gorge and enjoy the towering cliffs and a lush oasis.
- Camel ride through the dunes to witness the sunset.
- Spend the night in the desert camp.
- Watching the stars in the clear desert sky.
- Explore Erg Chebbi in a 4x4.
What is included?
- All transfers to the hotel/riad.
- Private trip from Casablanca in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
- Spanish and English speaking driver/guide.
- All dinners and breakfasts.
- Camel excursion to the Merzouga camp.
- Watching the stars in the clear desert sky.
- Comfortable accommodation in riad/Sahara hotel and camp.
Itinerary
Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen
The 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech starts in Casablanca, the vibrant coastal city known for its modernity and the majesty of the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest in the world. From here, we head to Rabat, the administrative capital of Morocco, where we will discover its historical monuments, such as the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohamed V. Next, we travel to Chefchaouen, a picturesque town located in the Rif Mountains, famous for its blue painted streets, a perfect place to relax and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere. We will spend the night in this city, famous for its unique charm and spectacular views.
Chefchaouen - Rif Mountains - Fes
After a leisurely breakfast, we explored Chefchaouen and its beautiful little streets before leaving for the Rif Mountains. As we get deeper into these mountains, we will be able to enjoy breathtaking and peaceful landscapes. Later, we arrived in Fez, one of the most important imperial cities in Morocco. In Fez, we explored the ancient medina, a maze of streets full of history, art and culture. Highlights include the Bou Inania madrasa, with its Islamic architecture, and the Bab Boujloud Gate, a magnificent example of the traditional gateway to the medina.
Fez - Ifrane - Monkey forest - Ziz Valley - Merzouga
On this day of the 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech, we leave the vibrant Fez behind to head to Ifrane, known as "the Switzerland of Morocco" for its alpine architecture and relaxing atmosphere. Next, we will head to the Monkey Forest, where we will be able to observe the macaques that live in their natural environment. Then, we cross the Ziz Valley, an impressive landscape full of palm trees and oases that serves as a preamble to the vast desert that awaits us. Finally, we arrived at Merzouga, a village located at the foot of the impressive Erg Chebbi dunes, where we entered the desert to enjoy a unique experience.
4x4 tour of Erg Chebbi
The eastern day of the 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech starts with a unique experience: a 4x4 tour through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, an incomparable desert landscape. This tour will take us to the most remote corners of the desert, allowing us to enjoy the stillness and beauty of the highest dunes in Morocco. Along the tour, we will have the opportunity to ride a camel and experience the desert in a traditional way. In the evening, we will spend the night in a desert camp, surrounded by the dunes and under a starry sky, a magical and unforgettable experience.
Merzouga - Rissani - Todra Valley - Dades Valley
The day of the 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech begins with a visit to the historic Rissani Market, a vibrant shopping mall where local products, from spices to handicrafts, are sold in an authentic and traditional atmosphere. We continue our journey towards the Todra Gorges, an impressive canyon of high rocks that attracts travelers with its stunning landscapes and the tranquility of the area. Later, we arrived at the Dades Valley, a region famous for its mountainous landscape and its rock formations. We will spend the night in this impressive valley, surrounded by the natural beauty of Morocco.
Dades Valley - Ait Benhaddou - High Atlas - Marrakech
On the last day of this 6 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech, we travel to Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient kasbah that has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This mud fortress has been the setting for several Hollywood movies, including "Gladiator" and "The Mummy". Then, we crossed the High Atlas Mountains, a mountain range that offers spectacular panoramic views and landscapes of indescribable beauty. Finally, we arrive in Marrakech, the red city, where we will enjoy a guided tour of the medina, declared a World Heritage Site, before concluding our 6-day trip from Casablanca to Marrakech or making the transfer to the airport for the return.
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Explore the places you can visit
El tour de 3 días desde Marrakech a Merzouga toma alrededor de 9 horas para llegar al desierto de Merzouga. Sin embargo, incluimos la primera noche en las gargantas del Dades para reducir las horas de conducción.