7 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech via Fes and Merzouga

Your 7-day Morocco adventure begins in Casablanca with a private departure toward Fes. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to discover some of Casablanca’s main highlights before leaving the city. Continue toward Rabat, Morocco’s capital, where you can enjoy a short panoramic visit of the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the historic surroundings. Continue through the changing landscapes of northern Morocco toward Fes. 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 Medina. Spend your first night in Fes and prepare for the guided cultural discovery of the city 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 discover traditional souks, artisan workshops, historic madrasas, and impressive 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 Fes. 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. Spend your second night in Fes before beginning the journey toward the Middle Atlas and the Sahara Desert.

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. Continue toward Midelt, an important stop between the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara. After lunch, cross spectacular landscapes toward the Ziz Valley, where panoramic viewpoints reveal a magnificent palm oasis surrounded by rocky mountains. Continue through Erfoud, known for fossils and dates, before reaching Merzouga in the afternoon. Prepare for your Sahara experience with a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Ride through the desert while enjoying the changing colors of the sand as the sun approaches the horizon. Arrive at your desert camp before sunset, enjoy a traditional dinner, and spend your first night in the Merzouga desert beneath the stars.

Wake early to admire the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes before enjoying breakfast at the camp. Today is dedicated to discovering the Merzouga desert region at a relaxed pace. Explore the surroundings of the dunes and discover local communities, traditional villages, and the unique landscapes of the Sahara. Depending on the season and local conditions, you can visit the seasonal lake of Merzouga, meet local musicians, and discover traditional desert culture. You may also visit a nomadic area and learn more about the lifestyle of communities living around the dunes. Return toward Merzouga and enjoy some free time to relax. In the afternoon, return to the desert camp or enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Erg Chebbi. Spend your second night in Merzouga and enjoy a traditional dinner, local music, and the unforgettable atmosphere of the Sahara.

After breakfast, leave Merzouga and continue west toward the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco. Travel through the Ziz Valley and continue toward the town of Erfoud before reaching the Todra Valley. Depending on the route and timing, stop at the famous Todra Gorges, where dramatic limestone cliffs rise on both sides of the valley. Continue through traditional Berber villages and the beautiful landscapes of the Valley of Roses before reaching the Dades Gorges. Enjoy a scenic drive through the winding roads and impressive rock formations of the Dades Valley. Arrive at your accommodation in the afternoon or evening and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by the mountains. Spend the night in the Dades Gorges area.

After breakfast, continue your journey toward Marrakech through the magnificent landscapes of southern Morocco. Drive through the Valley of Roses and the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs before reaching Ouarzazate, often called the gateway to the Sahara. Continue toward the historic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most famous fortified villages. Explore the narrow paths and traditional earthen architecture of this remarkable location. After the visit, cross the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka pass, enjoying spectacular mountain panoramas along the way. Continue toward Marrakech through changing landscapes and traditional mountain villages. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening and check in at your accommodation. Spend the night in Marrakech.

After breakfast, enjoy a final discovery of Marrakech or use the day according to your departure schedule. If time allows, explore some of the city’s famous attractions, including the historic Medina, Jemaa el-Fnaa square, traditional souks, and the surrounding monuments. You can also enjoy free time for shopping, relaxing, or discovering the local atmosphere. Your private driver will transfer you to Marrakech airport, your accommodation, or another agreed location. This marks the end of your memorable 7-day private Morocco tour from Casablanca to Marrakech via Fes and the Merzouga desert.