6 Days Tour From Casablanca To Sahara Desert & Fes
Highlights
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Get lost in the narrow streets and alleyways of the medieval medina of
Fes and experience its unique atmosphere.
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Spend a night under the starry sky in a desert camp in the Sahara, surrounded by vast sand dunes.
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Discover hidden oases, old caravan routes, and fortified kasbahs in the desert while taking a guided tour.
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Visit the colorful souks and markets of Marrakech and get lost in the endless alleys, filled with an array of sights, sounds, and scents.
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Immerse yourself in the local culture and take a cooking class in Marrakech, learning how to prepare traditional Moroccan dishes from experienced chefs.
🕰️ Duration : 6 Days / 5 Nights
📍Start From : Casablanca
🚗 Departs : All Year Round
🏠 Hotels : 4 & 3 Stars
🛩️ Arrival : Airport (Casablanca)
🗓️ Availability : Everyday
Overview
This 6-day tour from Casablanca takes you on a journey through the Sahara Desert, where you'll discover Merzouga's stunning landscapes and enjoy a memorable camel trekking experience across its sand dunes. Along the way, you'll explore new places and create unforgettable memories that will leave you feeling completely satisfied with this amazing experience.
What's Included?
*pickup and dropoff at accommodation is included in all our tours*
Price Includes:
✅ Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD Fuel included
✅ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✅ Professional driver/Driver (Multilingual)
✅ Official art historian guide
✅ Bottled water
✅ You can stop everywhere to take photos
✅ 5 nights in standard Hotels / Riads
✅ All Breakfasts
✅ Dinner on day 2 – 3
✅ Guide Local in Fes and Marrakech
✅ Fees of visits of Fes and Marrakech
✅ Camel trek and night in the Camp in Merzouga
Price Excludes:
❎ Soft drinks
❎ Lunches
❎ Tips and gratuities
❎ Travel insurance
❎ Optional activities.
❎ Personal expenses on the itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1 - Casablanca – Marrakech
Day 2 - Marrakech – Dades Valley
Day 3 - Dades Valley – Merzouga
Day 4 - Merzouga – Fes
Day 5 - Fes – Fes
Day 6 - Fes – Casablanca
On the first day of your tour, your driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Casablanca after breakfast. You will then head to Marrakech, where you'll visit some of its most popular attractions, including the Koutoubia Mosque, El Bahia Palace, The Saadian Tombs, Menara Gardens, and Djemaa el Fna. After a day of exploring the Red City, you'll spend the night at your accommodation in Marrakech.
After departing from Marrakech, you will cross the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco at an altitude of 2260 meters. Then continue on the road to reach Ait Ben Hadou, where you will have an hour to walk around and discover the culture and beautiful landscapes of the village. Located in the foothills on the southern slopes of the High Atlas in the Province of Ouarzazate, Ait-Ben-Haddou is the most famous ksar in the Ounila Valley. The ksar, which is mainly a collective grouping of dwellings, is a striking example of southern Moroccan architecture and is registered by UNESCO World Heritage Centre.
After exploring Ait Ben Hadou, you will have lunch in the village before continuing your journey through Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Roses Valley to arrive at the "Valley of 1000 Kasbahs" in Dades Valley. You will spend a fantastic night there.
After a restful night's sleep, wake up to a delicious breakfast surrounded by the natural beauty of the village. From there, we'll journey to the breathtaking Dades Gorge, before continuing to Merzouga via Bomalne Dades. Along the way, we'll make a stop at Tinghir to visit the impressive Todgha Gorge, towering at 300m high. Lunch will be served on the road, with an opportunity to learn about the old system of irrigation. Upon arriving in Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek through the sand dunes and take in the spectacular sunset before settling into a Berber tent for the night.
Early in the morning, you will be awakened to climb the sand dunes and take stunning photos of the sunrise. Afterwards, we will head back to the hotel for breakfast and showers before departing to Fez. During our journey, we will pass through Erfoud, Errachidia, the Ziz Valley, and Midelt. If you feel hungry when we reach Midelt, we will make a stop for lunch, otherwise lunch will be on the road. We will also stop to take pictures of the cedar forests and monkey troops in Azrou, and another stop in Ifrane to appreciate the beauty of the area. Finally, we will arrive in Fez and drop you off at your accommodation.
On this day of the tour, you will explore the oldest imperial capital, Fez, and its historical landmarks such as the ancient city "Fes El Bali" and its vibrant markets (souks), the Karaouine mosque, and the Medersa Attarine. You can also witness the beauty of the Nejjarine fountain and visit the dyers and tanners. In addition, you will discover the new city "Fes El Jadid" and explore its attractions including the Royal Palace (from the outside) and the potters' quarter. Finally, you will spend the night at your Riad.
Today, we will depart from Fes and embark on a scenic drive towards Casablanca. Along the way, we will be treated to breathtaking views of the countryside and have the opportunity to stop at some of the charming villages that we pass by. Finally, we will arrive in Casablanca and our driver will drop you off at your accommodation.
Enjoy the drive
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These drives offer a stunning variety of landscapes and attractions, including ancient imperial cities, historic mosques, picturesque kasbahs, majestic mountain ranges, stunning canyons, and golden sand dunes. You can explore bustling souks, meet local artisans, and sample delicious Moroccan cuisine along the way. The drives are a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural beauty of Morocco.