8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech
8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech overview:
This 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech: There are many great places to visit and see:
- Explore Casablanca, including the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco, and the Corniche, a scenic seaside promenade.
- Visit the capital city of Rabat, where you can visit the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Tower, and the Royal Palace.
- Travel to the picturesque blue-washed city of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains. Explore the medina and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere.
- Visit Fes, one of the oldest and most fascinating cities in Morocco. Visit the medieval medina, including the famous tanneries, and enjoy the vibrant food scene.
- Drive to the Sahara Desert and spend the night in Merzouga, where you can go on a camel ride and watch the sunset over the dunes.
- Explore Ouarzazate, also known as the “Gateway to the Sahara.” Visit the Taourirt Kasbah and the Atlas Film Studios, where many famous movies have been filmed.
- Visit Ait Benhaddou a fortified village located about 30 kilometers from Ouarzazate. The village is made up of several kasbahs (fortified homes) and is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Driving in the Atlas Mountains is a beautiful and unforgettable experience. The Atlas Mountains are the highest mountain range in North Africa and offer stunning vistas, beautiful landscapes, and traditional Berber villages.
- the bustling city of Marrakech, is known for its vibrant markets, stunning gardens, and historic landmarks like the Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia Mosque.
8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour Info:
+ Duration: 8 Days & 7 Nights
+ Departure: 08:00 am
+ Starting Location: Casablanca
+ Ending Location: Marrakech
8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour highlights:
- Stop at the landmark of the Hassan 2 Mosque in Casablanca.
- Visit the unfinished Hassan Tower in Rabat city.
- Discover the blue pearl of Chefchaouen.
- Get lost in the beautiful Roman ruins of Volubilis near Meknes.
- Drive to the Sahara Desert and spend the night in Merzouga.
- Morocco camel trek experience.
- Explore Fes & Marrakech with a local guide.
- Visit Marrakech, known for its vibrant markets, stunning gardens, and historic landmarks.
- Meet the Barbary Apes in Cedar Forest Azrou.
Program Itinerary of 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech Tour:
Day 1: arrival in Casablanca
On the first day of the 8 days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour starts when you arrive at the airport of Casablanca, your specialist driver is readily available at the airport, and will promptly drive you off towards your hotel in the economic city and will welcome you. Overnight in Casablanca.
Day 2: Casablanca – Rabat - Chefchaouen
After breakfast, we begin the 2nd day of 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour, including the Hassan II Mosque, the largest mosque in Morocco, and the Corniche, a scenic seaside promenade. Then drive to Rabat, the capital city of Rabat, where you can visit the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Tower, the Royal Palace, and the tombs of Mohammed V and Hassan II.
After lunch in Rabat, we travel to the picturesque blue-washed city of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains. And enjoying interesting places between Rabat and Chefchaouen, with a variety of natural and cultural attractions to discover. Explore the beautiful views and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. Overnight in a Local hotel.
Day 3: Chefchaouen City Tour with a Local Guide
the day three of our 8 days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert tour start your Chefchaouen city tour with a knowledgeable local tour guide, you can enjoy a memorable and informative tour of Chefchaouen and its surroundings. Exploring the city: Chefchaouen’s medina (old town) is the main attraction, with its blue-painted buildings, narrow alleys, and bustling souks (markets). Be prepared to get lost in the maze-like streets and discover hidden gems around every corner.
Don’t miss the Plaza Uta el-Hammam, the Kasbah Museum, and the Ras Elma River. Enjoying the outdoors: Chefchaouen is located in a beautiful natural setting, with the Rif Mountains and the Talassemtane National Park just outside the city. You can have opportunities for hiking, nature walks, and scenic views. The nearby Akchour Waterfall is a popular destination for hiking and swimming.
Trying the local cuisine: Moroccan cuisine is famous for its spices, flavors, and variety of dishes. In Chefchaouen, be sure to try the local specialty of Ras El Hanout (a spice blend), as well as tajines (stews), couscous, and fresh seafood. In the Evening you can have a cafe in the deep of the medina. Then back to your local riad/hotel with dinner and breakfast.
Day 4: Chefchaouen - Meknes - Fes
On this day we start the journey from Chefchaouen to Fes via Meknes is a popular route in Morocco, offering a glimpse of the country’s rich culture and diverse landscapes. Here’s a brief guide on how to make this trip. The journey takes about 3-4 hours by road. We explore Volubilis as an important center of trade and agriculture, and its ruins provide a glimpse into the daily life and culture of the Roman Empire in North Africa. Then drive to Explore Meknes, a historic city that was once the capital of Morocco.
It has many historic landmarks, such as the Bab Mansour Gate, the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and the Royal Stables. You can spend a day exploring the city before moving on to Fes, where we will have lunch. After lunch in a local restaurant, we travel from Meknes to Fes and the journey takes about an hour. Fes is known for its ancient medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The medina is a maze of narrow alleyways, traditional shops, and historic mosques and palaces. Overnight in Fes in a local hotel.
Day 5: Fes city tour with a local guide
On this day we start the Fes City Tour with a Local Guide, who can enhance your experience by providing you with valuable insight and knowledge of the city’s history and culture. A typical Fes city tour with a local guide includes: Your tour begins at the Bab Bou Jeloud gate, one of the main entrances to the old city. Your guide can explain the history and significance of this iconic landmark. Visit Medersa Bou Inania: This 14th-century theological college is a stunning example of Moroccan architecture.
Your guide can provide you with information on its history, design, and cultural significance, Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University: Founded in the 9th century, this mosque and university are considered to be one of the oldest in the world. Your guide can explain its history and cultural importance. Explore Souks and Tanneries, the souks of Fes are renowned for their bustling atmosphere and traditional crafts. Your Morocco local guide can take you through the maze-like alleyways and provide you with information on the local goods and crafts. You may also visit the tanneries, where animal hides are processed and dyed in large vats.
Without forgetting Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts: This museum showcases the traditional woodwork and carpentry of Morocco. Your guide can provide you with information on the techniques used and the cultural significance of this craft. and visit Fes el Bali: This old walled city is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is known for its narrow alleyways and traditional architecture. Your guide can take you through the maze-like streets and provide you with information on the history and culture of the area. Overnight in hotel. Day five our 8 days from Casablanca to Marrakech is finished.
Day 6: Fes - Ifran - Cedar Forest - Azrou - Merzouga.
After breakfast at your hotel in the Fes, depart in the morning in Fes, where you will meet your driver-guide again and depart for Ifrane, a charming mountain town known for its Swiss-style architecture and beautiful parks. From there, you will continue to Azrou, a small Berber town surrounded by cedar forests and known for its vibrant market and handicrafts. With stops at various interesting sites along the way, including the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Take a break in Midelt to stretch your legs and enjoy the town’s surroundings, and enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch. Continue your journey south, following the road through the picturesque Ziz Valley. Marvel at the stunning palm groves, towering cliffs, and the winding Ziz River. Arrive in Erfoud, a town known for its fossil industry, and the gateway to the desert and offers an opportunity to experience the local culture.
Arrive in Merzouga. you’ll explore the stunning Sahara Desert around Merzouga, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a desert experience and witness a spectacular sunset over the Merzouga sand dunes. You can take a camel ride into the desert, explore the vast dunes, and experience the serene beauty of the Sahara. Where you can ride Sahara camels through the sand dunes for an hour Morocco Camel Trekking, watch the sunset over the Sahara desert, and learn about the nomadic way of life. Enjoy the night at the Sahara desert camp with some local Berber music, after a delicious dinner.
Day 7: Merzouga - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley
In the morning, wake up as earlier as you can so as not to miss the stunning view of sunrise. Then after a gastronomic breakfast in the Berber camp. You will ride back to the Merzouga villages, where you will meet your driver-guide. Drive from Merzouga to Dades Valley via Toudgha Gorge, which takes approximately 4-5 hours, stop along the way to visit some of the small villages and towns, such as Rissani by visiting the old market of the city.
Start your journey in the morning from Rissani and head towards the Todra Gorge. Enjoy the scenic drive as you pass through the dramatic desert landscapes and the rugged beauty of the Atlas Mountains. After lunch in Tinjdad, drive to Todgha Valley, and once you arrive at Todra Gorge, take a walk through the canyon, and enjoy the towering rock walls on either side.
From Toudgha Gorge to Dades Valley, which takes approximately 1.5 hours. Along the way, you’ll pass through beautiful landscapes and small Berber villages, take a detour to visit the nearby Berber villages, once you arrive in Dades Valley, take a scenic drive through the valley and stop at some of the viewpoints for incredible photo opportunities. Spend the night in a traditional hotel in the valley. The day of our 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech has finished.
Day 8: Dades Valley -Ouarzazate - High Atlas - Marrakech.
After breakfast, we drive to Marrakech from Dades Valley to Marrakech, which takes approximately 5-6 hours. Drive to the Rose Valley takes around 45 minutes. Along the way, you’ll pass through the village of Kelaat M’gouna, which is known for its rose water production. Take time to explore the stunning landscapes of the Rose Valley, including the rose fields and the traditional Berber villages. Then continue to Ouarzazate, the route passes through the Skoura oases, which are known for their palm groves and ancient Kasbahs.
Once you arrive in Ouarzazate, you can explore the city’s many attractions, including the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, the Taourirt Kasbah, and the Atlas Film Studios. Where we stop for lunch. After this historical and cultural visit, follow a mountainous road for 8 km to find the road leading to Marrakesh.
Along the way, you’ll pass through the High Atlas Mountains and cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, which offers incredible views of the surrounding landscape, and follow a mountainous road for 8 km to find the road leading to Marrakesh. Get fascinated by small Berber villages, and valleys before you find yourself over a winding pass at an altitude of 2260m. Then arrive in Marrakech by sunset and drop off you in your Riad. This is the end of our 8 days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert tour.
8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech Tour includes and Excludes:
Price Includes
- Transport by modern vehicle with A/C
- Overnight in the desert camp
- Local guide in Fes
- Local guide in Chefchaouen
- 6 Nights in a private room at a hotel/riad
- 7x Breakfast
- 3x Dinner
- Sandboarding in the desert
- 4x4 for transferring your luggage to the desert camp
- Camel per person in the desert.
- English Tour Guide/Driver
- Airport Transfer
- Pick up and drop off to your accommodation
- Fuel
- Free time to explore and visit
Price Excludes
- Drinks
- Tips
- 2x Dinner in Fes
- 2x Dinner in Chefchaouen
- Dinner in Casablanca
- Lunches
- Tickets for monumental entry
If the itinerary of 8 days from Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour, that we offer does not match what you’re looking for, contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements.
What To Bring For This 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech :
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Comfortable shoes.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Umbrella.
- Valid passport for 6 months.
Know Before You Go for 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech:
Additional info about the 8 Days Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Vegetarian options are available, please let us know at time of booking if required.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- It can be cold at night and in the winter so please bring appropriate clothing.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- Quad & Buggy driving in dunes are not included in the price but is possible to add them as an extra.
Payment methods about the 8 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech:
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How to pay for the tour?
To confirm the 8 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech
or activity, we require a small deposit to be paid over PayPal to our account, the balance is due in cash at the pick-up, to be paid to your driver in Dollars or equivalent in Euros or dirhams.
Is it possible to pay the total with PayPal?
Normally we ask for the balance payments in cash because PayPal also has many transaction fees and operational delays since it’s an international institution. We can in some cases accept the full payment via PayPal however a 5% fee will be applied to cover the extra transaction charges. In case you are considering this method, it is best to arrange the payment before the tour.
Cancelation Policy:
For a full refund, cancel at least 15 days in advance of the start date of the experience.
Best Places in 8 Days Desert Tour from Casablanca to Marrakech:
During a 8-day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech, you will have the opportunity to visit some of Morocco’s most fascinating and iconic destinations. Here are the best places you can explore on this tour:
Rabat: As the capital city of Morocco, Rabat offers a blend of history and modernity. Visit the splendid Royal Palace, explore the Kasbah of the Udayas, and admire the Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret.
Meknes: Known as the “Versailles of Morocco,” Meknes is an imperial city with impressive architecture and a rich history. Explore the grand Bab Mansour gate, visit the mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, and wander through the bustling medina.
Volubilis: Discover the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Marvel at the well-preserved mosaics, explore the ancient streets, and learn about Roman history and civilization.
Fes: Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Fes, one of Morocco’s oldest and most culturally significant cities. Explore the UNESCO-listed Fes el-Bali medina, visit the University of Al-Qarawiyyin, and witness the bustling souks and tanneries.
Merzouga: Witness the magical sunset over the dunes. Enjoy a delicious dinner prepared by the desert camp staff, accompanied by local music around a campfire. Spend the evening stargazing and immersing yourself in the tranquil ambiance of the desert.
Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It’s a picturesque fortified village made of mud-brick buildings, situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. Spend some time exploring the kasbah and soaking in the ancient atmosphere.
Drive through the breathtaking Atlas Mountains. Enjoy the scenic drive, passing through picturesque valleys, winding roads, and traditional Berber villages. The High Atlas Mountains offer magnificent landscapes, so make sure to have your camera ready for photo opportunities along the way.
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