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Round trip · 8 days · Casablanca to Marrakech

8-Day Imperial Cities & Sahara Tour from Casablanca

Discover Morocco’s royal capitals, the blue city of Chefchaouen, the golden dunes of Merzouga and the kasbahs of the south on one private journey.

Private tour from €720 per person

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Duration8 days / 7 nights
Start and endCasablanca → Marrakech
Travel stylePrivate tour with driver
PriceFrom €720 per person

Tour highlights

Hassan II MosqueStart in Casablanca at one of the largest mosques in the world, right on the Atlantic.
Rabat and ChefchaouenThe royal capital on the coast and the famous blue streets in the Rif Mountains.
Fes medinaGet lost in the oldest medina of Morocco, with its tanneries and craft workshops.
Sahara at MerzougaCamel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes and a night in a desert camp.
Todra and Dades gorgesRed canyons, palm oases and the road of a thousand kasbahs.
Ait Ben Haddou and MarrakechThe UNESCO kasbah village, then the lively souks of Marrakech.
Historic city gate in MoroccoCamel caravan in the Sahara dunes of MerzougaKasbah of Ait Ben HaddouGorge and river valley in southern MoroccoDesert camp tents in Merzouga at dusk

Day by day

City gate in Rabat

Day 1

Casablanca – Rabat

Pickup at Casablanca airport or your hotel. Visit the Hassan II Mosque from outside, then drive along the coast to Rabat to see the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Tower and the Mohammed V Mausoleum. Overnight in Rabat.

Stops: Hassan II Mosque · Rabat Kasbah of the Udayas · Hassan Tower

Path through the Rif Mountains

Day 2

Rabat – Chefchaouen

Drive north into the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen, the blue city. Free afternoon to walk the blue alleys and enjoy the view from the Spanish Mosque at sunset. Overnight in Chefchaouen.

Stops: Rif Mountains · Chefchaouen medina · Spanish Mosque viewpoint

Historic architecture in Meknes

Day 3

Chefchaouen – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes

Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis and the imperial city of Meknes with its monumental Bab Mansour gate. Arrive in Fes in the late afternoon. Overnight in Fes.

Stops: Volubilis · Meknes · Bab Mansour

Gate of the Fes medina

Day 4

Fes – the oldest medina in Morocco

A full day in Fes. Explore the medina of Fes el-Bali with its tanneries, madrasas and craft workshops, then see the Royal Palace gates and the view over the old city. Overnight in Fes.

Stops: Fes el-Bali · Chouara tannery · Royal Palace · city viewpoint

Camel caravan in the Merzouga dunes

Day 5

Fes – Ifrane – Midelt – Merzouga

Cross the Middle Atlas through Ifrane and the cedar forests, where you may see Barbary macaques. Continue via Midelt and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga. Camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, dinner and night in a desert camp.

Stops: Ifrane · cedar forest · Midelt · Ziz Valley · Erg Chebbi

Todra Gorge in southern Morocco

Day 6

Merzouga – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Sunrise over the dunes, then breakfast in Merzouga. Drive through the Rissani area to the Todra Gorges for a walk between the high rock walls. Continue to the Dades Valley. Overnight in a guesthouse.

Stops: Rissani area · Tinghir · Todra Gorges · Dades Valley

Ait Ben Haddou kasbah

Day 7

Dades – Roses Valley – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech

Follow the road of a thousand kasbahs through the Roses Valley, Skoura and Ouarzazate. Visit the kasbah village of Ait Ben Haddou, then cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka pass to Marrakech. Overnight in Marrakech.

Stops: Roses Valley · Skoura · Ouarzazate · Ait Ben Haddou · Tizi n’Tichka

Morocco landscape at sunset

Day 8

Marrakech – end of the tour

Enjoy your last morning in Marrakech. The tour ends with drop-off at your riad, hotel or Marrakech airport.

Drop-off in Marrakech · airport transfer possible

What’s included

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Pickup in CasablancaPickup from Casablanca airport, your hotel or another agreed location.
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Private transport with driverComfortable private vehicle with an experienced English- or French-speaking driver for all 8 days.
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7 nights accommodationRiads, guesthouses and hotels along the route, plus one night in a desert camp in Merzouga.
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Breakfasts and dinnersBreakfasts and dinners according to your accommodation and confirmed package.
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Camel trek in MerzougaCamel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes for sunset and the desert camp night.
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Drop-off in MarrakechDrop-off at your riad, hotel or Marrakech airport at the end of the tour.

Not included

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FlightsInternational flights to Casablanca and from Marrakech.
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Lunches and drinksLunch stops are planned along the way; you pay on site.
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Entrance fees and local guidesMonument tickets and optional local guides are paid on site.
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Tips and travel insuranceTips are optional; we recommend travel insurance for every trip.

Make it yours: optional extras

Add these to your booking request and we include them in your price.

4-star or 5-star hotelsUpgrade your stays to hand-picked riads and hotels. See the luxury versionOn request
Luxury desert campPrivate tent with en-suite bathroom and shower in Merzouga.On request
Local guides in Fes and MarrakechLicensed guides for a half-day walk in the medinas.On request
Hot air balloon in MarrakechSunrise flight at the end of your trip. See the experienceOn request
Hammam and spaA traditional hammam and massage after the road.On request
Extra night in the SaharaTwo nights in Merzouga for a full day in the dunes.On request

Is this tour right for you?

A great fit if

  • You want to see the highlights of Morocco in one trip: cities, mountains and desert
  • You arrive in Casablanca and fly home from Marrakech
  • You prefer a private car and your own pace instead of a big bus group

Good to know

  • Some days have long drives, especially Fes to Merzouga and Dades to Marrakech
  • Desert nights are cold in winter; July and August are very hot
  • The route can be changed, shortened or done in reverse from Marrakech

How booking works

1Send your booking requestChoose your date, group size and any upgrades. It takes two minutes.
2We confirm within 24 hoursYou receive your final price and itinerary by email or WhatsApp.
3Pay a 30% depositSecure your trip by bank transfer or PayPal.
4Pay the rest on arrivalThe balance is paid when you arrive in Morocco.
✓ 100% private✓ Reply within 24 hours✓ Only 30% deposit✓ Rest paid on arrival✓ Free route changes before you book

Frequently asked questions

How much does the tour cost?

The private tour starts from €720 per person. The exact price depends on your group size, travel dates and accommodation category; we confirm it in writing before you book.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. You travel privately with your own driver, so you can stop for photos and adapt the pace.

Can the tour start in Marrakech instead?

Yes. We can run the same route in reverse, starting in Marrakech and ending in Casablanca, or adjust it to your flights.

What is the best time for this tour?

Spring and autumn are ideal. In winter the desert nights are cold, and in July and August it is very hot in the south.

Can I upgrade the hotels?

Yes. Choose 4-star or 5-star hotels or the luxury desert camp in the booking form and we include it in your price.

How do I pay?

The 30% deposit is paid by bank transfer or PayPal. The rest is paid when you arrive in Morocco.

How do I book?

Send the booking form below with your date and group. We confirm availability and price within 24 hours. You then pay a 30% deposit to secure your trip, and the rest on arrival.

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  • ✓ 8 days / 7 nights, Casablanca to Marrakech
  • ✓ Private car with driver
  • ✓ Riads, hotels and a desert camp night
  • ✓ Breakfasts and dinners included
  • ✓ 30% deposit, rest paid on arrival

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    No payment now. We confirm availability and your price within 24 hours. You secure your trip with a 30% deposit; the rest is paid on arrival.