5-Day Casablanca to Marrakech Tour: Discover Morocco’s highlights, from Casablanca and Fes to the Sahara Desert, Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, and Ait Ben Haddou.
Casablanca – Visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest in the world.
Rabat – Explore the Kasbah of the Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Fes – Full-day guided tour of Fes el-Bali medina, medieval tanneries, Al-Qarawiyyin University, artisan quarters, and traditional souks.
Middle Atlas Mountains – Scenic drive through Ifrane (the “Switzerland of Morocco”) and cedar forests of Azrou.
Ziz Valley & Merzouga – Witness stunning palm groves and embark on a camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Desert Experience – Enjoy Berber music, traditional dinner, stargazing, and luxury desert camp overnight.
Rissani & Todra Gorges – Visit Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum and marvel at dramatic canyon walls and Berber villages.
Dades Valley – Panoramic views, unique rock formations (“Monkey Fingers”), and overnight in the valley.
Ouarzazate & Ait Ben Haddou – Explore Taourirt Kasbah and the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Ben Haddou, famous from international films.
High Atlas Mountains & Tizi n’Tichka Pass – Scenic mountain drive with photo stops and visit to local Argan oil cooperatives.
Adventure Activities – Camel trekking, sandboarding, and immersive cultural experiences throughout the journey.
Upon arrival at Casablanca airport, you will be met by your private driver and begin with a short visit of Casablanca, the economic capital of Morocco. You will visit the impressive Hassan II Mosque, an outstanding example of Moroccan architecture. It is the largest mosque in the kingdom and the fifth largest in the world. Built partly over the Atlantic Ocean, it can accommodate more than 100,000 worshippers, and its minaret is the tallest in the world at 210 meters. After this visit, you will depart Casablanca toward Rabat, the political capital of Morocco. Here you will visit the Kasbah of the Oudaya, overlooking the Bou Regreg River, built during the Almohad dynasty in the 12th century. You will also visit the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower, the minaret of an unfinished mosque dating back to 1195 AD. In the afternoon, continue your journey toward Fes, the spiritual and cultural capital of Morocco. Overnight in a riad in Fes with breakfast.
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day guided tour of Fes, the oldest imperial city in Morocco and its spiritual heart for more than 1,000 years. With a local guide, you will explore the ancient Fes el-Bali medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visits include the Royal Palace gates, the Jewish Quarter (Mellah), the Tombs of the Merinids, Bou Inania Medersa, traditional ceramic workshops, and artisan quarters. You will walk through the narrow alleys of the medina, visit Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, Attarine Medersa, Nejjarine Fountain, and see the famous medieval tanneries. Lunch will be in the medina, followed by free time to explore the souks. Overnight in Fes at the same accommodation.
After breakfast, depart Fes toward the Sahara Desert. You will pass through Ifrane, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” then continue through the cedar forests of Azrou, home to the Barbary macaques. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains, pass through the only tunnel in Morocco, and descend into the spectacular Ziz Valley, famous for its palm groves and dramatic cliffs. Continuing southeast, you will arrive in Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara Desert. Here, you will begin a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, experiencing the nomadic desert lifestyle. Enjoy sunset over the dunes, followed by dinner, Berber music, and stargazing around the campfire. Overnight in a luxury desert camp.
Early in the morning, you will wake up to witness a magical sunrise over the dunes. After a traditional Berber breakfast, you will return by camel to Merzouga and continue by vehicle toward Rissani, where you will visit the Moulay Ali Cherif Mausoleum. Travel through authentic Berber villages such as Jorf, Mellaab, and Tinjdad, before arriving at the impressive Todra Gorges, where massive canyon walls rise dramatically on either side. Continue toward the Dades Valley, passing unique rock formations known as the “Monkey Fingers,” and stop at panoramic viewpoints along the famous Dades Gorge road. Dinner and overnight in Dades Valley.
After breakfast, depart through the beautiful Dades Valley toward Kalaat M’Gouna, known as the Valley of Roses, and continue to Skoura Oasis, dotted with ancient kasbahs. Arrive in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and visit the Taourirt Kasbah. Continue to the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most famous monuments, featured in many international films. After visiting the kasbah and having lunch, continue your journey through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping for panoramic views and a visit to local Argan oil cooperatives. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon and transfer to your accommodation or Marrakech Menara Airport for departure. End of services.
