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8 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech to Casablanca

An eight-day circuit starting in Marrakech and crossing the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades and Todgha Gorges, Merzouga, then north through Midelt, Fes, Meknes, Volubilis and…

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8 Days 7 nightsStart: MarrakechEnd: CasablancaPrivate tour
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Overview

An eight-day circuit starting in Marrakech and crossing the High Atlas to Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Dades and Todgha Gorges, Merzouga, then north through Midelt, Fes, Meknes, Volubilis and Rabat to Casablanca.

Highlights

  • Marrakech medina and Jemaa el-Fnaa
  • Tizi n’Tichka High Atlas pass
  • Ait Ben Haddou
  • Dades and Todgha Gorges
  • Sunset camel trek and Merzouga desert camp
  • Fes medina
  • Meknes and Volubilis
  • Rabat and Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca

Itinerary

01

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – City Discovery

Explore Jemaa el-Fnaa, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs and the souks before settling into a medina riad.

Overnight: Marrakech

02

Day 2: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

Cross Tizi n’Tichka Pass, visit Ait Ben Haddou, then continue to Ouarzazate for Atlas Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah.

≈ 200 km · 4 h driving

Overnight: Ouarzazate

03

Day 3: Ouarzazate – Valley of Roses – Dades Gorge – Todgha Gorge

Drive through the Valley of Roses and explore Dades Gorge and the tall canyon walls of Todgha Gorge.

≈ 210 km · 4 h driving

Overnight: Dades Gorge

04

Day 4: Todgha Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga (Sahara Desert)

Stop in Erfoud and arrive in Merzouga for a sunset camel trek in Erg Chebbi, followed by dinner and Berber music at camp.

≈ 200 km · 3–4 h driving

Overnight: Merzouga desert camp

05

Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz Valley – Midelt

Watch sunrise, visit Rissani’s market and travel through the palm groves of the Ziz Valley to Midelt.

≈ 250 km · 4–5 h driving

Overnight: Midelt

06

Day 6: Midelt – Ifrane – Fes

Cross the Middle Atlas via Ifrane and arrive in Fes for its medina and tanneries.

≈ 200 km · 3–4 h driving

Overnight: Fes

07

Day 7: Fes – Meknes – Volubilis – Rabat

Explore Meknes and the Roman ruins of Volubilis before visiting Hassan Tower and the Kasbah of the Udayas in Rabat.

≈ 240 km · 4 h driving

Overnight: Rabat

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Day 8: Rabat – Casablanca – Departure

Visit Casablanca and Hassan II Mosque; the itinerary says the tour ends with transfer to Casablanca airport.

≈ 90 km · 1.5 h driving

Accommodation

Overnight stops or accommodation types listed for this itinerary: Marrakech; Ouarzazate; Dades Gorge; Merzouga desert camp; Midelt; Fes; Rabat. Exact properties and room or camp options are confirmed in your proposal.

Included

  • Private air-conditioned transport with English-speaking driver/guide
  • Seven nights of accommodation
  • Seven breakfasts and three dinners (Dades Gorge, Merzouga and Midelt)
  • Sunset camel trek

Not included

  • Lunches, drinks, tips and personal expenses
  • Monument and attraction entrance fees
  • Flights, travel insurance, upgrades and extra activities

Good to know

The source page gives different final drop-off cities in its summary and Day 8. Please confirm your final destination in the written proposal.

Plan with confidence

Compare other tours from Marrakech, read our Merzouga guide or browse the Morocco travel guide. Our team is based in Merzouga — learn more about us, message us on WhatsApp, call +212 641-835650 or email [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

How long is this trip?+

The listed duration is 8 Days 7 nights. Ask us for a written itinerary for your dates.

Where does this trip start and finish?+

The listed route starts in Marrakech. Please confirm your final drop-off city in the written proposal.

Is this a private tour?+

Yes. Transport is private, in an air-conditioned vehicle with your own driver/guide, so the pace and photo stops follow your group.

How long are the driving days?+

The longest leg is Day 5: about 250 km and 4–5 h of driving. Times vary with traffic, weather, road conditions and stops. Each day's distance is shown in the itinerary above.

Where do we sleep?+

Overnight stops or accommodation types listed for this itinerary: Marrakech; Ouarzazate; Dades Gorge; Merzouga desert camp; Midelt; Fes; Rabat. Exact properties and room or camp options are confirmed in your proposal.

Is the camel ride included?+

Yes. Sunset camel trek

What meals are included?+

Seven breakfasts and three dinners (Dades Gorge, Merzouga and Midelt)

What is not included?+

Lunches, drinks, tips and personal expenses Monument and attraction entrance fees Flights, travel insurance, upgrades and extra activities

Can I upgrade the camp or add activities?+

Standard or luxury desert camp category; extra activities by request

Reserve this tour

8 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech — no payment now.

Estimated total: €1700 for 2 travelers (€850 per person)

Larger groups pay less per person. Final price is confirmed by our team.

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