10 Days Desert Tour From Casablanca To Marrakech

Immerse in the authentic Moroccan culture through our meticulously designed & planned 10 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech. This private tour covers most Moroccan highlights including the famous 4 Imperial Cities of Morocco, Chefchaouen & the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi.

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10 days desert tour from casablanca to Marrakech

Why should you book the 10 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech?

Take the chance & join us for unique travel experiences throughout the majestic Kingdom of Morocco. The 10 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech is designed with the main purpose to minimize the hours of driving so that you can have enough time to thoroughly explore all the destinations you are intending to cover. Your private driver/guide will be your cultural ambassador during your journey, so never hesitate to ask him whatever questions you may have.

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Day 1: Arrive in Casablanca

Meet & greet upon arrival in the Mohammed V International Airport, then drive to the city center with the possibility to make a visit to the Hassan II Mosque (depending on your flight’s arrival time; otherwise, we can leave it to the next day). The Mosque is the landmark of Casablanca (the economic capital of Morocco) and is the third largest religious building in the Islamic World with the capacity of 86,000 prayers. It is a perfect masterpiece of architecture that joins both Moroccan & Andalusian craftsmanship. Spend your first night in a comfortable hotel.

Day 2: Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen

After having breakfast in your hotel, you’ll head to Rabat, which is the administrative capital of Morocco & is home of the ruling King Mohammed VI & the royal family. Rabat has been the official capital of Morocco since 1912 & is listed by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Our tour of this city will take place from the dramatic Oudaya Kasbah that panoramically overlooks the adjacent Sale city, the Bou Regreg River & the Atlantic Ocean. The Kasbah (fortress) has a rich history that dates back to the 11 century when it was first constructed by the Berber Almoravid Warriors before it was completely demolished and rebuilt by the Almohads in the 12th century.

Visit the Hassan Tower, which is the landmark of the city and can be seen from different locations. Appreciate the amazing architecture of the Moroccan artisans while visiting the Mohammed V Mausoleum with its white marble, geometric designs, stucco-work, tiles…After that you’ll continue on the track to the blue-city of Chefchaouen with a nice drive through the agricultural plain of El-Gharb.

Day 3: Explore Chefchaouen

Today, you’ll have a tour of the charming Medina (Old Town) of Chefchaouen that has gained a worldwide recognition as one of the most beautiful destination in the world. It’s painted in white-washed blue and its streets are fascinating. Start your navigation from the Utta El-Hammam Square with the possibility to include a visit to the adjacent Kasbah (fortress) that centers the Medina & is the reason behind the foundation of the city in the 15th century when the religious leader Moulay Ali Ibn Rashid constructed the fortress to fight the Portuguese invaders.

Meander around the intricate alleyways while losing yourself in the prevalent beauty of the buildings, doors & windows. You’ll end up in the Ras El-Ma Spring that offers breathtaking views and an opportunity to sample the unique lifestyle of the locals with women washing clothes and carpets. You may want to have a soft hike up to the Mosque uphill where you can get a panoramic view of the Medina.

Day 4: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll head south with a drive through the spectacular Rif Mountains with its breathtaking views, unique fauna & flora. Visit the Roman Ruins of Volubilis with a local tour guide with whom you learn about the Roman Civilisation that settled in Morocco. You’ll continue on the track further south to the former Imperial City of Meknes.

You’ll start your exploration of the city from the Bab Mansour Gate (the biggest gate in Africa) with its unique geometric designs that attract every visitor. You’ll then stretch your legs in the El-Hedim Square and the olive market. After that, you’ll visit the royal granaries and stables before taking the highway to Fes, which we will reach in the late afternoon.

Day 5: Explore Fes - Midelt

Today, you’ll spend the first half-day to explore the best of Fes with a local tour guide. Fes is the oldest Imperial city of Morocco dating back to the 7th century and is the spiritual capital of kingdom. You’ll start your guided tour of the city with a nice drive over the hill where you can get a complete panoramic view of the Fes el-Bali (Oldest Fes).

Your guide will shed light on the history behind the construction of the city being the largest car-free urban district in the world and for this reason it has been listed by the UNESCO. Drive to Mellah (former Jewish Quarter) where you can take pictures by the golden gates of the Royal Palace. Stretch your legs by the former Jewish Market while learning about the lifestyle of the Jews and how they used to live in peaceful coexistence with Moroccan Muslims.

You’ll, then, have a guided walking tour of the Fes el-Bali with its thousands of intricate alleyways, lined cafes, bustling Souks that are organized into sections. Pass by the Koranic Schools and visit Museums along with the famous Chouara Tanneries. After lunch, you’ll drive further south through the charming city of Ifran that was listed as the second cleanest city in the world in 2015. Have another short break in the lush cedar forest of Azrou that hosts a colony of Barbary Macaques that you may possibly see and even feed. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains before reaching our hotel near the city of Midelt.

Day 6: Midelt - Explore Merzouga - Camel Ride

After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll resume journey down to the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi with a nice drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Have a short break in the Ziz Gorge for taking pictures, then in the palm dotted Ziz Valley with its impressive panoramic views before continuing on the track to the desert where you will experience the camel ride. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the sunset atop the sand dunes before returning to the desert camp where you will have dinner in the desert camp or under the stars.

Day 7: Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley

Early wake up in the morning, you may want to climb up the sand dune where you can enjoy the miraculous view of the sunset. Have a nice breakfast under the sunlight or in the restaurant, take a refreshing shower, and be prepared to resume our journey west to the Dades Valley. You’ll stretch your legs in the impressive Todra Gorge, which is a high cliff that has been attracting mountain climbers from all over the world along with the local inhabitants who escape the heat while enjoying the cooler weather that the canyons offer. After lunch, you’ll drive to the Dades Valley which you’ll reach in the late afternoon.

Day 8: Dades Valley - Nomad Caves - Skoura - Ouarzazate

After having breakfast in your Riad/hotel, you’ll have a unique journey while taking the off-road from the Dades Valley to the Ait Boutghrar Village where you’ll have the chance to visit a nomad family that still live in the cave. The views of the often snow-capped High Atlas Mountains along with the lush valleys are just impressive. Join the main road leading us to the Valley of Roses, palm oasis of Skoura with its famous Amridil Kasbah before arriving to Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) in the late afternoon.

Day 9: Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech

Today, you’ll drive to Marrakech while including a visit to the dramatic & UNESCO listed Ait Benhaddou Village. It consists of many Kasbahs (fortresses) which are a striking example of the Berber architecture with 4 towers, high walls, and small windows. Meander around the intricate alleyways and take the steps uphill where you can enjoy a panoramic view. After lunch, you’ll have a nice drive through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m) with the authentic Berber Villages that are built-in adobe and stones by the edge of the mountains offering picturesque views.

Day 10: Guided Tour of Marrakech & Airport Transfer

After breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll have a guided tour of Marrakech with a local tour guide. You’ll visit the botanical gardens of Majorelle, the impressive Koutoubia Mosque, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace…meander around the unique Souks (Markets) that are organized into sections from the items they put for sale. You’ll end up your Marrakech guided tour in the Jemaa El-Fna, which is the hub of Marrakech. In the afternoon, transfer to the Menara International Aiport.

Please Remember that the 10 days desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech via Chefchaouen will allow you to explore most interesting attractions of Morocco ; however, if you have more days, you can further immerse in the Moroccan culture through our extended 15 days private tour from Casablanca to Marrakech. Our sample itineraries are meant to meet your exact needs; however, you can always contact us for any special inquiry.

Morocco Camel Trips ensures your travel with us throughout the Kingdom of Morocco is hassle-free, for this reason, once we arrive to any destination, we always make sure to help to get you to your accommodation stress-free. If your hotel/Riad is accessible by car, then expect to drop you off right by the hotel’s main entrance; however, if it happens that your accommodation is located within the old Medinas of either Marrakech, Fes, Tangier or Rabat…

We coordinate with the staff members of the aforementioned accommodation so that they can come out & meet you in person. Please note this is not a warning message as Morocco is one of the safest destinations in the world but it’s, conversely, an assurance to get to the right accommodation…

What's Included

Air-conditioned & private 4WD SUV/Minivan
Fuel
Car insurance
English speaking driver
Pick up & Drop off
Local tour guide in Fes & Marrakech
9 nights accommodation as clearly illustrated on the itinerary.
Camel Ride in Merzouga Desert one Camel each
Overnight in a Desert Camp – Riad Azawad Desert Camp (HB)
Private rooms -Tents
Meals as clearly illustrated on the itinerary.
Unique Experiences

What's not Included

Lunches
Drinks
Travel insurance
Entrance fees
Tips
Extras

Lawrence Williams California, USA

We had a great experience with Morocco Camel Trips and we can't recommend it enough to everyone wishing to visit Morocco and explore what it has to offer. Bari Was courteous, informative, fun & friendly...

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Questions & Answers

What's the best way to fly to/from Morocco?

Our tours have been featured based on 4 main Moroccan cities Tangier, Marrakech, Fes & Casablanca. However, we can start any extended tour from anywhere in Morocco except the Marrakech Desert Tours & Fes Desert Tours as they are planned to specifically enjoy the desert experience in a short period of time. Casablanca International Airport remains the most popular one with a wide range of flights from all over the world followed by Marrakech Menara Airport…You can join Tangier by ferry from Spain crossing the Strait of Gibraltar…

Do I need a Visa to enter Morocco?

For citizens of many countries, you do not need a visa to enter Morocco. You will receive an entry stamp in your passport upon arrival.

You do not need to apply for a tourist visa for the Morocco Tour if you are a citizen of the United States, Canada, Australia, Great Britain or any of the other countries listed here.

You will need a passport that is valid for six months beyond your stay and a round-trip airline ticket. The passport must have at least one blank page.

How do exchange money in Morocco?

If you have US dollars, Euros, or British Pounds, you can exchange money at an exchange bureau upon arrival at the airport or at your hotel but the rate won’t be quite as good as exchange bureaus we’ll find elsewhere. Our guide can help find the best place to exchange your cash for local currency.

There is often a problem making a change in Morocco, and it can be difficult to pay with large banknotes, so be sure to get smaller denomination banknotes (10s and 20s) as this will make your life easier when paying for inexpensive items such as drinks and souvenirs.

Will we bring luggage to the Sahara Desert?

Yes. We will be spending just one or two nights maximum in the Sahara and while we will be traveling to the tented camp via camel (optional), the luggage will be taken via vehicle or you can securely lock it in the hotel/Riad in charge of managing the desert camp.

Will we have power in the tents at the luxury camp in the Sahara?

Yes, there’s definitely power in the tents.

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