7 Days Morocco Desert Trip from Casablanca - Overview
The 7 Days Morocco Desert Trip from Casablanca is an unforgettable journey that takes you across Morocco’s most iconic destinations. Starting in Casablanca, this tour allows you to explore imperial cities, beautiful mountain landscapes, historic kasbahs, and the breathtaking Sahara Desert.
During this adventure, you will visit Rabat, the cultural city of Fes, the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas, the scenic Ziz Valley, and the dramatic Todra Gorge. One of the highlights of this tour is a camel trek across the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, followed by a magical night in a traditional desert camp under the stars.
This 7-day itinerary offers a relaxed pace, giving you enough time to explore Morocco’s culture, landscapes, and authentic Berber traditions while traveling comfortably from Casablanca to Marrakech.
Itinerary of 7 Days Morocco Desert Trip from Casablanca
Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat – Chefchaouen
Your tour begins with a pick-up from Casablanca. Visit the famous Hassan II Mosque before traveling to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. Explore the Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas before continuing north to the beautiful blue city of Chefchaouen where you will spend the night.
Day 2: Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
After breakfast, explore the charming blue streets of Chefchaouen. Later, travel to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, one of Morocco’s most important archaeological sites. Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, before arriving in Fes for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Guided Tour of Fes
Spend the day exploring Fes, one of Morocco’s most historic cities. Visit the famous Fes Medina, the Al Quaraouiyine University, traditional tanneries, and the beautiful gates and madrassas of the old city.
Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Depart from Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane and the cedar forests near Azrou where Barbary macaques live. Continue through the scenic Ziz Valley before arriving in Merzouga near the Sahara Desert.
Day 5: Merzouga – Camel Trek – Sahara Desert Camp
Spend the morning exploring the Merzouga desert region. In the afternoon, enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset over the Sahara before arriving at your desert camp where you will enjoy dinner, Berber music, and a magical night under the stars.
Day 6: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes before leaving the desert. Visit the traditional market in Rissani and continue to the spectacular Todra Gorge where you can walk between towering canyon walls. Continue to Dades Valley for dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Dades Valley – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech
After breakfast, travel through the Valley of Roses and continue to the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech where the tour ends.
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle during the tour
- Professional English or Spanish-speaking driver
- Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Marrakech
- 5 nights in hotels or traditional riads
- 1 night in a Sahara desert camp
- Camel trekking experience in Merzouga
- Daily breakfasts
- Dinners in the desert camp and selected hotels
- Scenic stops for photos and sightseeing
Why Choose 7 Days Morocco Desert Trip from Casablanca?
- Discover Morocco from Casablanca to Marrakech in one journey
- Visit imperial cities including Rabat, Meknes, and Fes
- Explore the blue city of Chefchaouen
- Experience camel trekking in the Sahara Desert
- Spend a magical night in a traditional desert camp
- Visit famous landscapes such as Ziz Valley, Todra Gorge, and Ait Ben Haddou
- Travel comfortably with a private driver and vehicle