5 Days Tour from Casablanca to Fes via Marrakech and Sahara Desert
Experience the best of Morocco on this 5-day journey from Casablanca to Fes, combining vibrant cities, stunning landscapes, and an unforgettable Sahara Desert adventure. This tour takes you from the Atlantic coast to the imperial city of Marrakech, across the High Atlas Mountains, and into the heart of the desert before ending in Fes.
Discover iconic landmarks, explore traditional villages, enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, and spend a magical night in a desert camp under the stars.
Day 1: Casablanca – Marrakech
After meeting in Casablanca, begin your tour with a visit to the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest and most impressive mosques in the world. Continue to the Corniche seaside and the city center before driving to Marrakech. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to explore the Medina and its lively atmosphere. Overnight in a hotel or riad.
Day 2: Guided Tour of Marrakech
After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of Marrakech with a local guide. Visit the Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Dar Si Said Museum. Walk through the colorful souks and explore the Medina. In the evening, relax at Jemaa el-Fna Square, famous for its vibrant street life. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 3: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Benhaddou – Dades Valley
After breakfast, travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views and Berber villages. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, a famous kasbah used in many films. Continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses to reach the Dades Valley. Overnight in a hotel or riad.
Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, drive through the Dades Valley and visit the spectacular Todra Gorges. Continue via Tinghir and Erfoud toward Merzouga. Upon arrival, enjoy a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the sunset, try sandboarding, and spend the night in a traditional desert camp with dinner and music under the stars.
Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Ifrane – Fes
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, travel through the Ziz Valley and stop for panoramic views of the oasis. Continue to Midelt for lunch, then pass through the cedar forests near Azrou, where you may see Barbary macaques. Stop in Ifrane, known as the “Switzerland of Morocco,” before arriving in Fes. End of the tour.
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned transport
- Professional driver/guide
- Fuel
- 3 nights in hotel or riad
- 1 night in desert camp (dinner & breakfast included)
- Dinner in Dades Valley
- Camel trekking experience
- Sandboarding in the dunes
Not Included
- Drinks and lunches
- Flight tickets
- Dinner in Marrakech
- Hotel in Casablanca
Customize Your Trip
This itinerary can be fully customized to suit your travel style, schedule, and budget.
We offer a variety of Morocco tours with different durations, from short 4 day desert trips to longer 8 Days tour, 12 Days tour, or 15-days journeys. You can combine destinations such as Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen, the Sahara Desert, and the Atlantic coast.
Contact us to create your perfect itinerary or explore our other tours for more travel ideas.