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The journey
Discover Morocco's imperial cities on a private 7-day journey from Casablanca to Marrakech, across the High Atlas and into the Sahara Desert. Visit iconic landmarks such as Hassan II Mosque, Aït Benhaddou, Fes, Meknes, Volubilis, and Rabat while experiencing dramatic changes in landscape, from coastal scenery to cedar forests and golden dunes. The tour also includes a memorable desert camp stay in Erg Chebbi, with a camel trek or 4WD transfer, a traditional dinner, and Berber music under the stars.
At a glance
Day by day
Pick-up from the airport by your driver.
Visit important sites in Casablanca, including Hassan II Mosque and the coastal Corniche.
After lunch, continue to Marrakech on an approximately 3-4 hour drive.
Overnight in a Marrakech hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of the Red City with an experienced local guide.
Explore the old Medina and its historic monuments, including Bahia Palace, Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, and Menara Gardens.
In the evening, enjoy the lively atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fna Square and taste local Moroccan cuisine.
Spend the night in Marrakech.
Depart Marrakech toward the Dades Gorge and valley.
Travel through the High Atlas Mountains.
Visit the famous Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou.
Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Morocco.
Visit Atlas Studios, where major film and television productions have been made.
Arrive in the Dades Valley in the late afternoon.
Dinner.
Overnight stay.
Travel toward the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Visit the impressive Todgha Gorges, a spectacular series of limestone canyons in the eastern High Atlas.
Upon arrival in Merzouga.
Change to a 4WD vehicle or camel trek to reach your desert camp through the Erg Chebbi dunes.
At the camp, enjoy free time, a traditional dinner, and an evening of Berber music under the stars.
Continue from the Sahara toward Fes.
Travel through the Middle Atlas region, passing Midelt, Azrou, and Ifrane.
Admire the changing landscapes, from desert scenery to mountains and cedar forests.
Arrive in Fes.
Overnight at your riad in Fes.
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Fes.
Begin with sites such as Borj Nord and the historic Jewish quarter.
Continue on foot through the twelve-century-old Medina, entering through famous gates such as Bab Boujloud.
Visit major monuments and cultural sites including Al Quaraouiyine, Bou Inania Medersa, Attarine Medersa, the Chouara Tannery, and traditional workshops.
Overnight in a riad in Fes.
Depart Fes toward Casablanca via Meknes, Volubilis, and Rabat.
Discover the Ismaili imperial city, Bab Mansour, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and the old Medina.
Continue to the Roman ruins of Volubilis, known for their archaeological remains and mosaics.
Visit Hassan Tower and the Oudaya Kasbah in Rabat.
Continue to Casablanca.
The tour ends with drop-off at the airport, hotel, or your preferred location.
The route
The fine print
Private tour in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.
Accommodation during the trip, including a riad in Fes and a luxury desert camp.
Professional, experienced, multilingual driver/guide.
Local guides in Marrakech and Fes.
Camel trekking.
4x4 transfer between Merzouga and the desert camp.
Pick-up from your accommodation.
Breakfast and dinner for 2 nights in Dades Valley and Merzouga.
Lunch.
Dinner is not included in Marrakech and Fes.
Personal expenses and tips.
Comfortable walking shoes
Lightweight and breathable clothing
A warm jacket or sweater for cool desert evenings
Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Reusable water bottle
Personal toiletries and medications
Camera or smartphone
Power bank and charging cables
Small backpack for daily excursions
Cash in Moroccan dirhams for personal expenses and tips
Passport or required travel documents
A scarf or shawl for protection from the sun and desert wind
This is a private 7-day tour covering Casablanca, Marrakech, the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara Desert, Fes, Meknes, Volubilis, Rabat, and Casablanca.
Some days include several hours of driving.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the medinas and historic sites.
The camel trek in the Sahara is optional and can be replaced with a 4WD transfer.
Desert temperatures can vary significantly between day and night, so bring appropriate clothing.
Breakfast and dinner are included; lunch and personal expenses are not included.
A small overnight bag is recommended for the desert camp.
Logistics
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Casablanca.
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