5 Day Morocco Tour Itinerary from Casablanca
From the Atlantic coast through Rabat, Meknes and Fes to two nights in the Sahara, ending in Marrakech.
- Duration5 days / 4 nights
- StartCasablanca
- EndMarrakech
- Tour typePrivate tour
- Desert nights2
- DepartureDaily, 8:00 am (flexible)
About this tour
Land in Casablanca, finish in Marrakech, and see the Sahara in between. This five-day tour links the royal capital of Rabat, the imperial city of Meknes and Fes with the dunes of Merzouga and the kasbah road of the south.
It is an efficient first trip to Morocco that includes two nights in the desert, so you are never rushed in the place you came to see.
Tour highlights
- Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat
- Bab Mansour gate in imperial Meknes
- Two nights in the Merzouga dunes
- Nomads, Khamlia and the Mifis mines
- Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley
- Aït Ben Haddou on the way to Marrakech
Your route
- Casablanca
- Rabat
- Fes
- Merzouga
- Dades
- Marrakech
Itinerary
Day1 Casablanca → Rabat → Meknes → Fes
Pick-up at your hotel or Casablanca airport, with a stop at the ocean-front Hassan II Mosque. Drive to Rabat to see the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Continue to Meknes for the monumental Bab Mansour and El Hedim square, then on to Fes for the night.
Day2 Fes → Middle Atlas → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
Leave Fes for the Middle Atlas, stopping in alpine Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forest to meet the Barbary macaques. After lunch in Midelt, follow the Ziz Valley's canyons and palm groves south to Merzouga. Ride a camel into Erg Chebbi at sunset and enjoy dinner at our desert camp.
Day3 Merzouga: Khamlia, nomad families and Mifis mines
A full day in the desert. By 4x4, share tea with a nomad family, listen to Gnawa music in the village of Khamlia and explore the abandoned Mifis mines. Spend the afternoon relaxing at camp or sandboarding, then watch the sunset from a high dune.
Day4 Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Boumalne Dades
Sunrise over the Sahara and breakfast, then drive via Rissani and Alnif to Tinghir. Walk between the towering walls of Todra Gorge, then continue to Boumalne Dades, where the valley is lined with kasbahs and strange rock formations.
Day5 Boumalne Dades → Aït Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs through Kalaat M'Gouna and Skoura to Ouarzazate and visit the Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou. Cross the High Atlas by the Tizi n'Tichka pass, with photo stops along the way, and arrive in Marrakech in the evening.
Price includes & excludes
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle (4x4 or minivan) with fuel
- English-speaking driver-guide for the whole journey
- Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Marrakech (hotel, riad or airport)
- 4 nights of accommodation in hotels, riads and kasbahs
- 2 nights in our desert camp in Merzouga
- Camel trek into the dunes at sunset
- 4x4 excursion around Erg Chebbi (nomads, Khamlia, Mifis)
- Breakfasts and dinners as shown in the itinerary
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Local city guides (optional — we can arrange them)
- Optional activities such as quad bikes or sandboarding
- Tips for your driver and camp staff
- Flights and travel insurance
Where you sleep
- Night 1Riad, Fes
- Night 2Desert camp, Merzouga
- Night 3Desert camp, Merzouga
- Night 4Kasbah hotel, Dades Valley
Good to know
Private & flexible
Only your group travels in the vehicle. Ask your driver to stop for photos whenever you like, and tell us if you want to change the route or add days.
Your desert camp
Our camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes has comfortable tents with real beds and blankets. Your big luggage stays in the 4x4 — take a small bag for the night.
What to pack
Sunglasses, sunscreen, a scarf for the wind, comfortable shoes and a warm layer: desert nights are cold from November to March.
Best time to travel
October to May is ideal. In summer we start early and rest at midday to avoid the heat. Every season has its own beauty.
Food & diets
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals are possible. Just tell us when you book or let your driver know on day one.
How to book
Send us your dates and number of travellers. We reply with a price for your group. A small deposit confirms the tour; the balance is paid in cash on the first day (euros, dollars or dirhams).
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles do you use?
Comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles adapted to your group: 4x4 Land Cruisers or minivans for small groups, and Mercedes Sprinter minibuses for groups of 8 or more.
How far in advance should we book?
As early as possible, especially for spring, autumn and holiday periods. Last-minute requests are welcome too — contact us and we will do our best.
How do I pay for the tour?
We ask for a small deposit when you book. The balance is paid in cash to your driver on the first day of the tour, in euros, dollars or Moroccan dirhams.
What happens to my luggage in the desert?
Your suitcases stay safely in the vehicle or are brought to the camp by 4x4. You only need a small backpack for the camel ride.
I don't want to ride a camel. Can I still sleep at the camp?
Of course. We can take you to the camp by 4x4 instead of camel.
Can we change the itinerary?
Yes. All our tours are private, so we can add nights, change hotels, include activities or adjust the route to your wishes.
Is the tour suitable for children and older travellers?
Yes. We adapt the pace, the stops and the accommodation for families and for travellers who prefer an easier rhythm.
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