5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech

5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech via Merzouga

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Morocco trip for 5 days from Casablanca. You will visit incredible places in Morocco during these 5 days and 4 nights. The 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech begins with a visit to Casablanca, followed by Volubilis’ Roman ruins and Meknes, the Ismaili capital. We then travel south, stopping in Morocco’s Switzerland, Ifrane and the cedar forest, Midelt, the Ziz Valley, Rissani’s traditional market, and Erfoud, the fossil town, in addition to Fes. You will also visit the Merzouga Saharan desert.

Highlights of 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech

Visit Casablanca
Enjoy landscapes of High Atlas Mountains
Enjoy landscapes of Anti-Atlas Mountains
Visit the UNESCO world heritage of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Visit Atlas Studio & Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
Explore the Draa valley and its great palm grove
Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
Camel ride
Explore Fes
Enjoy a memorable night in a desert camp under the stars.
Visit Ifrane
Experience the cedar forest
Hearty dinner and party around the campfire (Berber Drums).

5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

We will pick you up from the airport or your Casablanca hotel. Casablanca is Morocco’s economic and commercial center, as well as its largest city. First, we will go to the Hassan II Mosque, Morocco’s largest mosque, which is located on the city’s west coast. It is located on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. A lunch break is available. Then we explore the city and see the incredible monuments of Casablanca. Finally, spend the night in a hotel.

Day 2: Casablanca » Volubilis » Meknesr » Fez

After breakfast, we depart from Casablanca on the second day of our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis. It has been well preserved because UNESCO has designated it as a World Heritage Site. It has numerous beautiful mosaics scattered throughout, as well as ancient pillars and archways. We drive 30 kilometers after strolling through the ruins to Meknes, the Ismaili capital and one of the imperial cities. We go to Bab Al-Mansour, the Sahrij Souani basin, the royal stables, the granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum in this chapter. Then we’ll travel to Fes. Spend the night in a Riad.

Day 3: Fez » Ifrane » Azrou » Ziz Valley » Merzouga

We’ll visit Ifrane on the third day of our 5 days safari from Casablanca to Marrakech via Merzouga. The city is well-known for its cold weather, snow, and alpine-style architecture. It is no surprise that it is known as Morocco’s Switzerland. Following that, we proceed to the cedar forest, which is home to the Barbary macaques. Feel free to feed them as you explore the forest. Later, we’ll travel to Midelt for lunch. Then we drive to Merzouga, passing through the Tizi-n-Tilghman pass and the Ziz valley, stopping for panoramic views along the way.

In the afternoon, we arrive in Merzouga desert, where you will switch to camels to cross the sandy desert and enjoy the sunset. Finally, you will arrive at the camp, where you will enjoy the music of the Berber drums while dancing around the campfire under a vast open sky filled with stars.

Day 4: Merzougat » Rissani » Erfoud » Todra Gorges » Dades Valley

It’s absolutely worth getting up early on the fourth day of our 5 days desert trip from Casablanca to Merzouga to enjoy the most incredible sunrise you’ve ever seen from the top of a dune close to the camp and appreciate this unique scenery.
After this unforgettable experience, a delicious breakfast awaits you. Take a shower before returning to Merzouga by camel.

We’ll pass through Rissani (Tafilalt), Tafilalet’s ancient capital, on our way to Dades Valley. Rissani is still a major trading center in the region.
Following a stroll in the Rissani souk, we continue to Erfoud, where we visit one of the fossilized marble workshops. Then we drive through the Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves to reach the Todra Gorges. The Todra River has carved a grand, red cliff-sided canyon through the mountains. These gorges are ideal for rock climbers. Feel free to explore the gorges and take in the scenery. Lunch break in a restaurant After that, we continue to the Dades valley, passing through Boumalne Dades. Arrive in the evening in Dades Valley and check into your hotel.

Day 5: Dades Valley » Roses Valley » Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Haddou » Marrakech

After breakfast at your hotel in Dades Valley, we will drive to the famous Kasbah of Ait ben Haddou, which was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986. Gladiator, Obelix, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile, and Sahara with Penélope Cruz were all filmed here.

Lunch at a restaurant in the middle of the Atlas before traveling through Tizi n’Tichka and making stops along the way to enjoy the spectacular views of these mountains and authentic Berber villages. Then we’ll continue to Marrakech in the afternoon, bringing our 5 days vacation from Casablanca to Marrakech and the Merzouga desert to an end.

What included & excluded in this 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

Price includes

Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD
Fuel & Tolls
Camel ride in sahara desert
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Professional driver/ Guide
3-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
(Breakfast & Dinner) x 4
1 overnight in a desert camp
Bottled water during the tour

Price excludes

More info on the Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour

At the desert camp, you will stay in a private tent of your choice.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
A vegetarian option is available; please specify this while making your booking.
alcoholic drinks (available for purchase).
Quad bikes and buggies on the dunes can be added as an extra.

If you want to alter this 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech, please let us know your ideas and travel arrangements so that we may construct a comparable or different itinerary that meets your needs.

For more details, please contact us.

Booking & Payment

Free Booking! To book a 5 days tour from Casablanca to Marrakech via Merzouga desert, usually we ask for a small deposit to be paid through our Paypal or Payoneer accounts. The rest of the payment is payable in cash to your driver/guide at the pick-up.

The deposit is completely free. To avoid carrying large amounts of cash, paying the full amount or half off using Paypal or Payoneer is possible.

-To cover Paypal fees, there is a 5% surcharge if you pay the full amount using Paypal.

-Paying the full amount by Payoneer is free of charge since Payoneer doesn’t apply any fees

Note: We do not accept credit cards or bank transfers at this time as they are time-consuming and expensive processes.

Cancellation policy for our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

To receive a complete refund, please cancel at least 8 days before the date of the 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech and Merzouga.

If you cancel less than 8 days before your trip, your deposit is non-refundable. However, it is still available for use if you reschedule your trip in the future. Simply email us to cancel your trip.

Do I need a sleeping bag for the night in the desert?

No, you don’t need a sleeping bag; during our 5 days safari from Casablanca to Marrakech and Merzouga, you’ll stay in a fully prepared desert camp with all amenities..

Is there another means to reach the camp except Camels?

Yes, for travelers who choose not to ride camels, we offer a 4×4 vehicle to transfer them to and from the camp at no extra fee. You only need to notify us at the time of booking.

How far is Merzouga from Casablanca?

The distance from Casablanca to Merzouga is 684 km.

5 days trip from Casablanca

We took a 5 day/4 night private tour from Casablanca to the desert and then to Marrakech. The whole trip was fantastic. Mohamed, our driver, was wonderful. He would pull over just so we could take a picture with the sheep on the side of the road. He also waited more than an hour for us to do the quad bike ride in the desert, despite the fact that it was not on the original itinerary. The luxury tent in the desert provides a hot shower and an extra blanket for bedding, which is essential for someone like me who can't stand the cold temperatures at night in early January. The Riad in Dades Valley where we stayed was lovely.

krisztina18

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Amazing 5 days trip from Casablanca to Merzouga

We had a fantastic 5-day (4-night) tour from Casablanca to the Merzouga desert in early January. The tour was extremely well-organized in every way (stops, lunches, hotels/ryads, etc.). It is a highly recommended itinerary that includes many interesting landscapes and historical sites. Hamid, our tour guide, is a very nice and friendly person. We had a great time together because he was very attentive to all of our requests and needs, and he was always present and helpful.

Andrea S

Tripadvisor user

5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech

Youssef is our tour guide, and he's an excellent driver and a great introduction to Morocco. Our friend's birthday falls on one of the days of our trip. He assisted us in preparing a surprise for her, and we discovered that it was difficult for us to buy her a cake here, but Youssef solved everything! Even though this was only half of our trip to Morocco, I will remember it fondly:)

Lou T

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Destinations' overview of our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

Todra Gorges & Dades Valley

Todra, also known as Toudgha Gorges in Morocco, is a popular climbing location. People prefer canyons that are longer than 300 meters in length and are linked by a river. Berbers from the surrounding area routinely bring their livestock to the spring to be watered. Todra is a popular destination for both locals and visitors from the surrounding area. They go to unwind or sell traditional items like rugs.

The Dades Valley is also known as “The Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs” because it is littered with fortress cities, relics of civilizations that once flourished in the rich valleys where roses bloom in the Skoura and El Kelaa des Mgouna oasis.

Merzouga desert

The Merzouga Desert, which serves as the entrance to the vast Erg Chebbi dunes, is a popular Moroccan tourist destination.

This charming, small village is surrounded in all directions by picturesque, long stretches of towering sand dunes. The red sandstone structures blend in with the warmth of the desert landscape, which changes colors at sunrise and sunset.

Merzouga is the starting point for a desert camel ride. As the sun sets, take an hour-long camel ride through the desert. It’s a breathtaking sight. You’ll be greeted by stunning Berber tents when you arrive at the desert camp. You will spend the night in these luxurious glamping tents on your 5 days excursion from Casablanca to Merzouga.

The Merzouga Desert, which serves as the entrance to the vast Erg Chebbi dunes, is a popular Moroccan tourist destination.

Ouarzazte

The name ouarzazate is derived from the Amazigh (Berber) words “ouar,” which means “without,” and “zazate,” which means “noise,” resulting in the phrase “without noise.”

Ouarzazate is also known as “the gateway to the desert” or “the door to the Sahara.”

Ouarzazate is a popular Moroccan tourist destination due to its ancient attractions and well-known film studio.

The studio has a long list of Hollywood and international productions that have been shot there, including Game of Thrones and Prison Break.

On this 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech via Merzouga, we will take you to Atlas Studios, Kasbah Taourirt, and the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Ben-Haddou.

Ait Ben Haddo

In Morocco, kasbahs and ksours are cultural landmarks. Ait Benhaddou is the most well-known ksar.

The ksar is a fortified village consisting of clay houses surrounded by high walls and fortified with angle towers and a baffle gate.

Ait Ben-Haddou is the most well-known ksar in Ouarzazate’s Ounila Valley. The palace’s location near a river provides a stunning view.

The Ait Ben-Haddou landscape is typical of the Pre-Saharan region. It’s an amazing piece of Moroccan earthen architecture.

On our 5 days tour from Casablanca to Merzouga, we will pass through and stop at this incredible location.

In Morocco, kasbahs and ksours are cultural landmarks. Ait Benhaddou is the most well-known ksar.

The ksar is a fortified village consisting of clay houses surrounded by high walls and fortified with angle towers and a baffle gate.

Ait Ben-Haddou is the most well-known ksar in Ouarzazate’s Ounila Valley. The palace’s location near a river provides a stunning view.

The Ait Ben-Haddou landscape is typical of the Pre-Saharan region. It’s an amazing piece of Moroccan earthen architecture.

On our 5 days desert tour from Casablanca to Merzouga, we will pass through and stop at this incredible location.

The High Atlas Mountains

We’ll pass through the High Atlas Mountains on our way to Marrakech. This breathtaking scene is part of the well-known Atlas Mountain range, which stretches across three countries. We frequently pass through Tizi Ntichka on our way to this location. Tizi n’Tichka is located at an elevation of 2260 meters (7400 feet) above sea level.

This high mountain road’s switchbacks and hairpin turns to provide breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains. The views from the summit are breathtaking.

On our 5 days voyage from Casablanca to Merzouga, the views, Berber villages, and time spent on the Tizi n’Tichka Pass are truly unforgettable.

Ifrane

Ifrane will be discovered during our 5 days trail from Casablanca to Marrakech and Merzouga. First and foremost, Ifrane is a well-known tourist destination in Morocco’s Middle Atlas region. Morocco’s Switzerland is known for its milder weather, distinctive architecture, diverse landscapes, lakes and streams, and a variety of adventure activities.

Ifrane is one of Morocco’s most appealing cities due to its diversity and the numerous activities available to visitors, such as skiing and snowboarding at Michlifen during the winter season.

The Lion Sculpture is a well-known landmark in Ifrane. During World War II, a German soldier carved the artwork. The sculpture is said to be dedicated to the last wild Atlas lion, which was killed near Ifrane.

Ifrane will be discovered during our 5 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech and Merzouga. First and foremost, Ifrane is a well-known tourist destination in Morocco’s Middle Atlas region. Morocco’s Switzerland is known for its milder weather, distinctive architecture, diverse landscapes, lakes and streams, and a variety of adventure activities.

Ifrane is one of Morocco’s most appealing cities due to its diversity and the numerous activities available to visitors, such as skiing and snowboarding at Michlifen during the winter season.

Fez

Fez is the imperial city of Morocco. It is well-known for being home to the world’s oldest university, the University of al-Qarawiyyin (established in 859 AD and taking on the title of a university in 1963). It has a historic walled city, which many compare to the walled city of Jerusalem.

Fez, Morocco’s medieval capital, was founded in 789 by Idris I and is a great city of high Islamic civilization, culture, and education. With our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech, you will discover the following highlights:

Chouara Tanneries: This is the most well-known tannery area in Fes, as well as the largest in this cultural city.
Madrasa Bou Inania: is a Fes Madrasa (school). Faris ibn Ali Abu Inan al-Mutawakkil is mentioned in the name. It is reminiscent of traditional Moroccan architecture.
Zaouia Moulay Idriss II: is regarded as one of the medina’s holiest shrines.

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5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech via Merzouga

Highlights of 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech

5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

Day 2: Casablanca » Volubilis » Meknesr » Fez

Day 3: Fez » Ifrane » Azrou » Ziz Valley » Merzouga

Day 4: Merzougat » Rissani » Erfoud » Todra Gorges » Dades Valley

Day 5: Dades Valley » Roses Valley » Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Haddou » Marrakech

What included & excluded in this 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

Price includes

Price excludes

More info on the Casablanca to Marrakech Desert Tour

Booking & Payment

Cancellation policy for our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

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5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech

Destinations' overview of our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

Todra Gorges & Dades Valley

Merzouga desert

Ouarzazte

Ait Ben Haddo

The High Atlas Mountains

Ifrane

Fez

Related day trips to our 5 days trip from Casablanca to Marrakech:

Day Trip Marrakech to Essaouira

Day Trip Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls

Day Trip Marrakech to Imlil Village

Day Trip Marrakech to Ourika Valley

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3-Day Tour Agadir to Zagora

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4-Day Tour from Agadir to Merzouga

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