Tour From Casablanca to Marrakech and Merzouga to Fes – 5 Days / 4 Nights
- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Starts in Casablanca
- Ends in Casablanca
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Overview
Experience the best of Morocco on this 5-day journey from Casablanca to Marrakech, through the Sahara Desert of Merzouga, and ending in Fes. Explore Marrakech’s vibrant souks and historic sites, cross the majestic High Atlas mountains, visit UNESCO World Heritage sites, and discover Berber villages. Ride camels into the dunes, sleep under the stars in a desert camp, and stroll through the spiritual alleys of Fes. This adventure is the perfect combination of Morocco’s imperial cities, desert landscapes, and authentic culture.
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Itinerary
Your journey begins in the morning with pickup from your hotel/riad in Casablanca. It’s a 3-hour drive, either via the highway or the national road (your choice). Upon arrival in Marrakech, you’ll check into your riad or hotel.
After lunch, enjoy free time to explore Marrakech’s rich history:
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Bahia Palace – a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture.
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Saadian Tombs – royal necropolis with exquisite decoration.
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Majorelle Garden – the famous blue gardens once owned by Yves Saint Laurent.
In the evening, don’t miss Jamaa El Fna square, buzzing with street performers, storytellers, snake charmers, musicians, and food stalls.
Overnight in Marrakech.
After breakfast, depart Marrakech and cross the High Atlas mountains via the scenic Tizi-n-Tichka pass, with stops to take pictures of panoramic views.
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Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah: Morocco’s largest kasbah and UNESCO World Heritage site, where movies such as Gladiator were filmed. Lunch in the kasbah.
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Pass through traditional Berber villages along the road.
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Visit Dades Gorges, famous for its deep rock formations and breathtaking views.
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Stop in Kalaat M’gouna, known for rose products.
Arrive in Merzouga village in the evening.
Overnight in Merzouga.
Wake up early to witness the magical sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Return to Merzouga village by camel ride. After breakfast, explore the Sahara and nearby villages:
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Khamlia village: Meet locals of Malian and Sudanese origin and enjoy their traditional Gnawa music.
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Rissani: Visit the souk (local market), see Berber houses, and enjoy a traditional Berber pizza “Medfouna” for lunch.
In the afternoon, ride camels into the dunes to reach your desert camp. Enjoy the sunset from the high dunes, followed by dinner, drumming around the campfire, and a magical night under the stars.
Overnight in desert camp.
After breakfast, depart Merzouga toward Fes:
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Stop at Errachidia and Midelt, with chances to take stunning landscape photos.
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Visit the Cedar Forest near Azrou, home to Barbary monkeys.
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Pass through Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland” for its alpine-style architecture.
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Stop in Immouzer, a charming Middle Atlas village.
Arrive in Fes in the evening. Check in at your hotel/riad.
Overnight in Fes.
After breakfast, meet your local guide for a cultural tour of Fes Medina:
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Visit the world’s oldest university, Al Quaraouiyine.
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Discover madrassas such as Bou Inania.
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Visit the tanneries, museums, and artisanal workshops.
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Stroll through souks and explore traditional neighborhoods.
After lunch, drive back to Casablanca for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
End of the 5-day tour.