6 Days from Casablanca to Merzouga and Back to Casablanca via Fes and Midelt

Your 6-day Morocco adventure begins in Casablanca with a private departure toward Fes. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to visit some of Casablanca highlights before leaving the city. Continue toward Rabat, the capital of Morocco, where you can enjoy a short panoramic visit to the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the historic surroundings of the royal city. After the visit, continue toward Fes through the changing landscapes of northern Morocco. Arrive in Fes in the afternoon or evening and check in at your accommodation. You will have free time to relax or take a first walk around the surroundings of the Medina. Spend your first night in Fes and prepare for the cultural discovery planned for the following day.

Today is dedicated to discovering Fes, one of Morocco’s most fascinating imperial cities. After breakfast, meet your local guide for a private guided tour of the historic Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the narrow streets and explore traditional souks, artisan workshops, historic madrasas, and impressive architectural monuments. Visit important landmarks such as the Bou Inania Madrasa, the Nejjarine area, and the famous leather tanneries. Your guide will introduce you to the history, traditions, and cultural heritage of the city. You can also discover the Mellah and enjoy panoramic views over the old city. After the guided visit, return to your accommodation and enjoy a free evening in Fes. Spend your second night in Fes, giving you enough time to appreciate the atmosphere of this historic Moroccan city before beginning the journey toward the Sahara.

After breakfast, leave Fes and travel toward the Middle Atlas Mountains. The road passes through Ifrane, a charming mountain town surrounded by forests, before continuing toward Azrou and its famous cedar forests. Enjoy scenic stops along the way and discover the changing landscapes of the Atlas region. Continue toward Midelt, known for its mountain scenery, apple orchards, and traditional rural communities. After lunch, explore the surrounding landscapes or simply relax at your accommodation. Midelt provides a peaceful stop between the green mountains of the Middle Atlas and the arid landscapes of the Sahara. Spend the night in Midelt and enjoy a comfortable evening before continuing toward Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes the following day.

After breakfast, continue your private journey from Midelt toward the Sahara Desert. The road follows spectacular mountain and desert landscapes before reaching the Ziz Valley. Stop at panoramic viewpoints to admire the vast palm groves stretching through the valley. Continue toward Erfoud, famous for fossils, dates, and its connection with the Sahara region. From Erfoud, travel toward Merzouga and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. In the afternoon, begin your camel trek across the dunes. Ride through the desert while watching the colors of the sand change as the sun moves toward the horizon. Arrive at your desert camp before sunset, enjoy a traditional dinner, and experience an evening of Saharan hospitality. Spend your first night in the Merzouga desert camp beneath the stars.

Wake early to enjoy the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast, continue exploring the Merzouga region and discover the landscapes and communities surrounding the Sahara. Depending on your interests, visit a nearby nomadic area, explore local villages, or discover the traditional music and culture of the region. You can also visit the seasonal lake of Merzouga when water conditions allow. Return toward the dunes and enjoy some free time to relax at the camp or explore the surrounding desert. The afternoon offers another opportunity to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Erg Chebbi. Spend your second night in the Merzouga desert camp and enjoy a traditional dinner, local music, and the spectacular silence of the Sahara.

After breakfast, leave Merzouga and begin the long return journey toward Casablanca. Travel back through the Ziz Valley and the landscapes surrounding Midelt before crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains. Continue through the changing scenery toward the northern and western regions of Morocco. Depending on your schedule, you can stop for lunch and short photographic breaks along the way. The journey continues toward Casablanca, where your private driver will drop you off at your accommodation, the airport, or another agreed location. This marks the end of your 6-day private Morocco adventure from Casablanca to the Sahara and back via Fes and Midelt. The itinerary can be adapted according to your arrival time, departure plans, preferred accommodation, and travel interests.