5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech

Your Moroccan adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Casablanca, Morocco’s bustling economic capital. Visit the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest in the world and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Then, head toward the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its remarkably preserved mosaics and stone archways. After exploring Volubilis, continue to Meknes, the Ismaili imperial city, to visit Bab El-Mansour Gate, the Royal Stables, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum.

By evening, arrive in Fes, Morocco’s oldest imperial city and a center of spiritual and cultural life. Check into your charming riad in the medina and enjoy dinner at leisure.
Overnight in Fes

After breakfast, depart Fes and travel through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop at Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco” for its alpine architecture and clean streets. Continue to the Cedar Forest of Azrou, home to playful Barbary macaques — a perfect stop for photos and interaction.

Then, drive through Midelt, a charming mountain town known for its apple orchards, before descending through the spectacular Ziz Valley, filled with palm groves and ancient kasbahs.

Arrive in Merzouga, where your camels await. Begin your camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, stopping atop a dune to watch the unforgettable Sahara sunset. At your luxury desert camp, enjoy Berber music and a delicious Moroccan dinner under the stars.
Overnight in a luxury desert camp, Merzouga

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the dunes, a breathtaking highlight of your Moroccan journey. After breakfast at the camp, ride your camels or take a 4x4 transfer back to Merzouga, where your driver awaits.

Visit Rissani, once a major caravan trading hub and the birthplace of Morocco’s ruling dynasty. Continue to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops, before driving toward the Todra Gorges — massive canyon walls carved by the Todra River, popular among rock climbers and photographers.

Enjoy free time to walk through the gorge, have lunch in a local restaurant, and then continue to the Dades Valley, known for its stunning rock formations and lush oases.
 Overnight in a traditional hotel overlooking the Dades Valley

After breakfast, drive through the picturesque Valley of Roses in Kalaat M’Gouna, famous for its annual Rose Festival in May. Pass through the Skoura Oasis, filled with palm trees and ancient kasbahs, before reaching Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa” for its film studios where famous movies like Gladiator and The Mummy were shot.

Next, visit the Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most iconic landmarks in Morocco. Explore the narrow alleys of this ancient fortified village that has appeared in many films and TV shows, including Game of Thrones.
 Overnight in a traditional riad near Aït Ben Haddou or Ouarzazate

After breakfast, depart Aït Ben Haddou and begin your scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains, ascending through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views and stop for photos and lunch along the way.

In the afternoon, arrive in Marrakech, the vibrant “Red City.” Your driver will drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 5 days Morocco tour from Casablanca to Marrakech.