12 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca

Explore the beauty and heritage of Morocco on our 12-day Morocco Desert Tour from Casablanca. The journey crosses historic cities, dramatic landscapes and the golden sands of the Sahara Desert. It suits travelers who want an immersive cultural and natural experience.

• Explore the imperial cities: Casablanca, Rabat, Fes and Marrakech
• The Sahara Desert, with a camel trek and a stay in a luxury camp
• The blue streets of Chefchaouen, the Blue Pearl
• Historic sites like Volubilis, Meknes and Ait Benhaddou
• The Atlas Mountains, Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley

• Day 1: Arrival in CasablancaYour Moroccan adventure begins in Casablanca, the economic capital of the country. Meet your guide and start with a visit to the Hassan II Mosque on the Atlantic Ocean. Explore the streets and have dinner at a local restaurant before settling into your hotel.
• Day 2: Casablanca to Rabat and ChefchaouenTravel to Rabat, the capital, to visit the Kasbah of the Udayas, a fortress overlooking the river; the Hassan Tower, an unfinished minaret from the 12th century; and the Royal Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Continue to Chefchaouen, in the Rif Mountains, famous for its blue-washed streets and calm atmosphere, a place for photographers. Overnight in a riad.
• Day 3: Chefchaouen to Volubilis, Meknes and FesVisit the ancient Roman city of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its mosaics. Stop in Meknes, an imperial city, for the Bab Mansour Gate, the Royal Stables and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. End the day in Fes, the oldest imperial city in Morocco, in a traditional riad.
• Day 4: Full-day exploration of FesExplore Fes el-Bali, a UNESCO-listed medina: its alleys with shops and workshops, the Al-Qarawiyyin University, the oldest degree-granting university in the world, the Chouara Tannery and its leatherwork, and the architecture of the Bou Inania Madrasa. The day ends with a view of the city from a viewpoint.
• Day 5: Fes to Merzouga via the Middle AtlasTravel through the Middle Atlas, with stops in Ifrane, nicknamed Little Switzerland for its alpine-style charm, and the Azrou Cedar Forest, home to Barbary macaques. Arrive in Merzouga, where the Erg Chebbi dunes wait, and ride a camel to your luxury desert camp for dinner under the stars.
• Day 6: Sunrise in the desert and Merzouga explorationWake early for the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, explore the desert region: the village of Khamlia, known for its Gnawa music, the nomadic Berber communities and their way of life, and a 4x4 excursion across the desert. Return to your camp for a second night in the Sahara.
• Day 7: Merzouga to Todra Gorge and Dades ValleyDepart Merzouga for Todra Gorge, a canyon with towering cliffs, and walk along the river. Continue to the Dades Valley, known for its rock formations and oases. Overnight in a kasbah or hotel.
• Day 8: Dades Valley to Ouarzazate via the Rose ValleyPass through the Valley of Roses, famous for its rose products and its annual festival. Arrive in Ouarzazate, a hub for international filmmaking, to visit the Atlas Film Studios, where many blockbusters were shot, and the Kasbah Taourirt, a former palace. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
• Day 9: Ouarzazate to Marrakech via Ait BenhaddouExplore Ait Benhaddou, a fortified village and ancient ksar used as a setting for many films and series. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with wide views as you descend to Marrakech.
• Day 10: Full-day tour of MarrakechSpend the day in Marrakech: Jemaa el-Fnaa, a square with street performers and food vendors; the Koutoubia Mosque; the Bahia Palace; and the Majorelle Garden, designed by Jacques Majorelle. End the day with a traditional Moroccan dinner.
• Day 11: Day trip to EssaouiraTake a day trip to Essaouira, a seaside town known for its whitewashed medina, its fishing port and its relaxed atmosphere. Walk the old ramparts and try fresh seafood before returning to Marrakech.
• Day 12: Departure from Marrakech or CasablancaThe journey ends with a transfer to Marrakech or Casablanca for your flight home.