A 7-day private journey from Casablanca through Rabat, Chefchaouen and Fes to two nights in the Merzouga dunes, an overnight in the Dades Valley, and a relaxed final day via Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech.
7 Days 6 nightsStart: CasablancaEnd: MarrakechPrivate tour
Overview
This 7-day tour is our most complete route from Casablanca, built for travelers who want the highlights without hurrying. Start with the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and Morocco’s elegant capital Rabat, wander the blue streets of Chefchaouen, and explore the medieval medina of Fes with a local guide. Cross the Middle Atlas and the Ziz Valley to Merzouga for a sunset camel trek and a full day of desert exploration — Gnawa music in Khamlia, nomad families and 4x4 excursions in the Erg Chebbi dunes — with two nights in a Sahara desert camp. Instead of rushing to Marrakech, you’ll spend a night in the Dades Valley, then visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou and cross the High Atlas Mountains on the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, arriving in Marrakech on the afternoon of day seven.
Highlights
Marvel at the architectural wonder of Casablanca's Hassan II Mosque on the Atlantic coast
Explore Morocco's elegant capital, Rabat, and its historic Kasbah of the Udayas
Discover the enchanting blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains
Dive deep into the medieval medina of Fes with a local guide
Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains through the cedar forest near Azrou, where Barbary macaques may sometimes be seen
Enjoy a sunset camel trek and two nights in a Sahara desert camp
Meet a nomad family and hear Gnawa music in Khamlia village
Sleep in the Dades Valley beneath the weird rock formations of the Monkey Fingers
Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca – Rabat
Meet your driver in Casablanca and visit the Hassan II Mosque, then drive to Rabat to explore the Kasbah of the Udayas and the Chellah Necropolis. Night: Rabat.
≈ 90 km · 1–1.5 h driving
Overnight: Rabat (Breakfast included next day)
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Day 2: Rabat – Chefchaouen – Fes
Scenic drive through the Rif Mountains to Chefchaouen. Wander the blue alleyways and visit Ras El Maa waterfall, then continue to Fes in the late afternoon. Night: Fes.
≈ 380 km · 6–7 h driving
Overnight: Fes (Breakfast included)
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Day 3: Fes Guided Medina Tour
Explore the medieval heart of Fes with a local guide: the Bou Inania Medersa, the tanneries, the souks and the famous Al-Qarawiyyin University. Afternoon free to explore at your own pace. Night: Fes.
Overnight: Fes (Breakfast included)
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Day 4: Fes – Ifrane – Ziz Valley – Merzouga
Depart Fes crossing the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in the alpine town of Ifrane and stop in the cedar forest near Azrou, where Barbary macaques may sometimes be seen, then descend through the dramatic Ziz Valley to reach Merzouga. Enjoy a sunset camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend the night in a Sahara desert camp.
≈ 470 km · 7–8 h driving
Overnight: Merzouga Desert Camp (Dinner included)
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Day 5: Full Day Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake early for a magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, enjoy a full day of desert exploration: visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music, meet a nomad family, see the seasonal Dayet Srji lake if it holds water, and ride 4x4 across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Another night under the stars in the desert camp.
Day 6: Merzouga – Rissani – Todgha Gorge – Dades Valley
After breakfast, drive through Rissani, the former capital of the Alaouite dynasty, and on to the towering cliffs of Todgha Gorge. In the afternoon, follow the Dades Valley to your kasbah hotel, passing the surreal rock formations of the Monkey Fingers. Relax by the pool or take an evening walk in the valley.
≈ 270 km · 4–5 h driving
Overnight: Dades Valley (Breakfast included)
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Day 7: Dades Valley – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After breakfast, drive to Ouarzazate and visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous kasbah and the film set for Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass to Marrakech, with an afternoon drop-off at your hotel or Marrakech airport.
≈ 330 km · 6–7 h driving
Accommodation
Overnight stops or accommodation types listed for this itinerary: Rabat (Breakfast included next day); Fes (Breakfast included, two nights); Merzouga Desert Camp (two nights, Dinner & Breakfast included); Dades Valley (Breakfast included). Exact properties and room or camp options are confirmed in your proposal.
Included
This 7-day tour includes private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide.
Accommodation is included for all 6 nights.
Meals include 6 breakfasts and 2 dinners (in the desert camp).
A guided tour in Fes is included.
A sunset camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes and a full day of desert exploration are included.
Pick-up from Casablanca airport/hotel and drop-off in Marrakech are included.
Not included
The tour does not include lunches, drinks, tips, or personal expenses.
Entrance fees to optional attractions are not included.
Travel insurance and any extra services or upgrades are also not part of the base price.
Upgrades to premium desert camp categories can be arranged upon request before the tour starts.
Important note about driving times
Some days on this tour are long drives: Day 2 (≈ 380 km, 6–7 h), Day 4 (≈ 470 km, 7–8 h), Day 7 (≈ 330 km, 6–7 h). These are approximate. Real times can change with traffic, weather, road conditions, sightseeing stops, meals and breaks — your driver stops whenever you need, so plan for a full day on the road.
Good to know
This route starts in Casablanca and finishes in Marrakech. The six nights include Rabat, two nights in Fes, two nights in a Merzouga desert camp and a night in the Dades Valley; exact properties are confirmed in your proposal. It is the same route as our 6-day Casablanca tour with an added night in the Dades Valley, so the final days are never rushed.
Yes. The listed inclusions specify private air-conditioned transport with an English-speaking driver/guide. We will confirm your group arrangements in the proposal.
Where does the tour start and end?+−
It starts in Casablanca, with pick-up from the airport or your hotel, and ends in Marrakech, with drop-off at your hotel or Marrakech airport.
How many nights do we spend in the desert?+−
Two nights in a Merzouga desert camp, with a sunset camel trek on arrival and a full day of desert exploration in between.
Why is there a night in the Dades Valley?+−
The drive from Merzouga to Marrakech is long. Splitting it with a night in the Dades Valley keeps the last two days relaxed and gives you time for Ait Ben Haddou without rushing.
How long are the driving days?+−
The longest leg is Day 4: about 470 km and 7–8 h of driving. Times vary with traffic, weather, road conditions and stops. Each day's distance is shown in the itinerary above.
Is the camel ride included?+−
Yes. A sunset camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes and a full day of desert exploration are included.
What meals are included?+−
Meals include 6 breakfasts and 2 dinners (in the desert camp).
What is not included?+−
The tour does not include lunches, drinks, tips, or personal expenses. Entrance fees to optional attractions are not included. Travel insurance and any extra services or upgrades are also not part of the base price. Upgrades to premium desert camp categories can be arranged upon request before the tour starts.
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