7-Day Morocco Imperial Cities and Desert Tour from Casablanca
7 days / 6 nightsCasablanca → Casablanca
Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Start
Casablanca
End
Casablanca
Group Type
Private Tour
Pickup
Included
Guide
Local expert guide
Tour Overview
Enjoy a private 7-day Morocco tour from Casablanca, combining imperial cities, the Sahara Desert, the High Atlas Mountains, ancient kasbahs, scenic valleys and Moroccan culture. This itinerary is ideal for travelers who want to discover Casablanca, Marrakech, Dades Valley, Merzouga Sahara and Fes in one comfortable journey with private transport, camel trekking and carefully selected overnight stays.
Tour Highlights
Explore Marrakech and its famous medina atmosphere
Cross the High Atlas Mountains and visit Ait Ben Haddou
Discover Dades Valley, Todra Gorge and desert villages
Ride camels across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
Visit Fes and return through Meknes and Rabat toward Casablanca
Detailed Itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Arrival in Casablanca
Your 7-day Morocco imperial cities and desert tour begins with pickup from Casablanca airport, your hotel or your preferred meeting point. After a warm welcome, transfer to your hotel in Casablanca. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short visit of the city or simply relax after your journey. Overnight stay in Casablanca.
Airport or city transferFlexible on the road - 2
Day 2
Casablanca - Marrakech
After breakfast, leave Casablanca and travel toward Marrakech. Before departure, you may visit the exterior of Hassan II Mosque if timing allows. Continue by road to Marrakech, known for its lively medina, colorful souks and Jemaa el-Fna square. After arrival, check in to your riad or hotel and enjoy free time to explore the city atmosphere. Overnight stay in Marrakech.
Approx. 245 km3h on the road - 3
Day 3
Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Dades Valley
After breakfast, leave Marrakech and cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Enjoy scenic stops along the mountain road before reaching Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its old earthen buildings and historic kasbahs. After the visit, continue through Ouarzazate and the Rose Valley toward Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay in the Dades area.
Approx. 320 km5h 30min on the road - 4
Day 4
Dades Valley - Todra Gorge - Merzouga Sahara Desert
After breakfast, travel through desert valleys, palm groves and traditional villages toward Todra Gorge. Take time to walk between the high canyon walls and enjoy the calm oasis setting. Continue through Erfoud and desert landscapes before arriving in Merzouga near the Erg Chebbi dunes. In the afternoon, enjoy a camel ride at sunset and spend the night near the Sahara Desert.
Approx. 280 km4h 30min on the road - 5
Day 5
Sahara Desert Exploration
Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, spend the day exploring the Merzouga desert region at a relaxed pace. Depending on the day, you may visit Khamlia village, local desert areas, palm groves or viewpoints around Erg Chebbi. This day gives you time to enjoy the quiet desert atmosphere and learn more about local life near the dunes. Dinner and overnight stay near Merzouga.
Approx. 80 kmDesert discovery on the road - 6
Day 6
Merzouga - Ziz Valley - Middle Atlas - Fes
After breakfast, leave the Sahara and travel toward Fes. Pass through Erfoud and the Ziz Valley, known for its palm groves and panoramic views. Continue through Midelt and the Middle Atlas Mountains, with possible stops in the Cedar Forest and Ifrane depending on timing. Arrive in Fes in the evening and settle into your riad or hotel. Overnight stay in Fes.
Approx. 470 km7h 30min on the road - 7
Day 7
Fes - Meknes - Rabat - Casablanca
After breakfast, leave Fes and travel toward Casablanca. On the way, you may stop in Meknes for a short panoramic visit, then continue toward Rabat, Morocco's capital, for a brief stop near the main landmarks if timing allows. Continue to Casablanca, where your driver will drop you off at the airport, your hotel or your preferred location. This marks the end of your 7-day Morocco imperial cities and desert tour.
Approx. 300 km4h on the road
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- Private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver/guide
- 6 nights accommodation in carefully selected hotels, riads or desert camp
- Breakfasts and dinners during the tour
- Camel trekking experience in the Erg Chebbi Sahara Desert
Not Included
- Lunches and beverages
- Entrance fees and local guides when required
- Personal expenses and optional activities
- Flights, tips and travel insurance
Gallery
Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this tour private?
Yes, this is a private tour with your own vehicle and driver/guide. The itinerary can be adjusted when possible according to your travel pace.
Where does the tour start and end?
The tour starts in Casablanca and ends in Casablanca after visiting Marrakech, the Sahara Desert, Fes, Meknes and Rabat.
Is the camel ride included?
Yes, the camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes is included as part of the Sahara desert experience.
Can I avoid riding camels?
Yes, travelers who prefer not to ride camels can request alternative transport by 4x4, depending on availability.
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