Meet your driver/guide at Casablanca airport or hotel and visit the architectural wonder of Hassan II Mosque, the second-largest mosque in the world, accommodating over 100,000 worshipers. Continue to the Blue City of Chefchaouen, passing through several villages and towns. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a riad in Chefchaouen.
Itinerary
Savor the diverse flavors of Morocco on this immersive 6-day desert tour. Begin in the legendary city of Casablanca, journey through the picturesque Chefchaouen, explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, and delve into the rich culture of Fes. Experience the majestic Sahara Desert with a camel ride and an overnight stay in a nomadic camp, then traverse the stunning landscapes of lush oases and dramatic canyons, ending your adventure in the mystical city of Marrakesh.
Tour program
Casablanca - Chefchaouen (5 hours drive)
Start point
Casablanca-Settat, Morocco
Chefchaouen - Fes (4 hours drive)
After breakfast, explore the charming streets of Chefchaouen, filled with blue and white painted houses. In the afternoon, visit the Roman archaeological site of Volubilis. Continue to Fes for a traditional Moroccan dinner and an overnight stay at a riad in the heart of Fes Medina.
Exploring Fes
Start the day with a guided tour of Fes, Morocco's spiritual capital. Visit the Royal Palace, Borj Sud for panoramic views, and delve into the UNESCO World Heritage Medina. Explore narrow streets, bustling bazaars, ancient madrassas, and shrines. Spend the night at your riad or hotel. Dinner tonight is at your leisure; assistance is available if needed.
Fes - Midelt - Merzouga (7 hours drive)
Drive across the fertile Saiss plains to the Berber towns of Ifran and Azrou, known for their ski resorts. Continue through the cedar forest to the town of Midelt for lunch. Drive through Ziz Valley, past date palm oases, to Errachidia and then to Rissani. In Merzouga, meet your camel caravan and ride over Erg Chebbi dunes to your Sahara desert camp. Enjoy dinner under the stars with local nomadic drum music.
Merzouga - Tinghir - Boumalne Dades (4 hours drive)
Start early to catch the sunrise. Visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif in Rissani, then continue to Tinghir, famous for its Jewish community history. Explore the Mellah (old Jewish quarter) and walk along the oasis stream in Todgha. After lunch at a local cafe, head to Dades Valley for dinner and an overnight stay.
Boumalne Dades - Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou - Marrakesh (6 hours drive)
Drive across the road of 1001 Kasbahs and the Valley of the Roses. Visit the oasis of Skoura and the Kasbah of Amridil. Continue to Ouarzazate for lunch, then visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N’tichka pass to Marrakesh, concluding your tour with a drop off at your hotel or chosen destination.
End point
Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco
Tour Details
Accommodation
Overnight in Chefchaouen
Overnight in Fes ( 2 nights )
Overnight in Merzouga
Overnight in Dades Valley
Transport
Standard air-conditioned van
Additional Services
English / French speaking driver/guide
Sunset camel ride in Merzouga Desert
Additional Services
Entrance fees to historical sites
Beverages for dinners included in your tour
Lunches during the tour
Meals
Dinner & breakfast in Chefchaouen
Dinner & breakfast in Fes ( 2 nights )
Dinner & breakfast in Merzouga
Dinner & breakfast in Dades Valley
Guide
Local guide in Fes & Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou
Good to know
Currency
Moroccan Dirham
Morocco