
6 Days / 5 Nights
6 Days Tour from Casablanca
Explore Rabat, Chefchaouen and Fes before crossing the Middle Atlas to the Merzouga Sahara and continuing through southern Morocco to Marrakech.
Private Morocco Tour from Casablanca
Explore Morocco from the Blue City to the Sahara
This 6 days tour from Casablanca combines Morocco's historic cities, mountain landscapes and Sahara Desert while finishing in Marrakech.
Travel through Rabat to Chefchaouen, where you spend the night and enjoy a free morning to explore the Blue City before continuing to Fes. A full day in Fes gives you time to discover the city's historic neighborhoods, viewpoints, traditional craftsmanship and old medina with a local guide.
The journey then crosses the Middle Atlas to Merzouga for a camel ride and Sahara camp before continuing through Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech.
Tour Highlights
Highlights of Your 6 Days Tour from Casablanca
Rabat’s Historic Landmarks
Discover the Oudaya Kasbah, Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohammed V during your journey through Morocco’s capital.
Chefchaouen — Morocco’s Blue City
Spend a night in Chefchaouen and enjoy a free morning to explore its blue-painted streets, old medina and mountain atmosphere.
Full-Day Guided Fes Experience
Explore the Jewish Quarter, Royal Palace gates, panoramic viewpoints, traditional ceramics and the historic Fes Medina with a local guide.
Middle Atlas to the Sahara
Travel through Ifrane, the Cedar Forest and Ziz Valley as the mountain landscapes gradually change toward the desert.
Camel Ride & Sahara Desert Camp
Cross the Erg Chebbi dunes by camel and spend the night at a Sahara desert camp near Merzouga.
Southern Morocco & High Atlas
Experience Todra Gorge, Dades Valley, Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas Mountains before reaching Marrakech.
Tour Itinerary
6 Days Tour from Casablanca Itinerary
Day 1
Casablanca → Rabat → Chefchaouen
Your 6 days tour from Casablanca begins with pickup from your accommodation before traveling north to Rabat, Morocco's capital.
Begin your Rabat visit at the Oudaya Kasbah, a historic fortified quarter overlooking the Bou Regreg River. Walk through its narrow streets and enjoy the atmosphere and views around this distinctive part of the capital.
Continue to Hassan Tower, one of Rabat's best-known historic landmarks. Nearby stands the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, known for its traditional Moroccan architecture and its importance in modern Moroccan history.
After exploring Rabat, continue north through changing landscapes toward the Rif Mountains and Chefchaouen. On arrival, settle into your accommodation and enjoy the atmosphere of Morocco's famous Blue City.
Overnight: Hotel or riad in Chefchaouen
Meals: Breakfast
Day 2
Chefchaouen Free Morning → Fes
After breakfast, enjoy a free morning in Chefchaouen to explore the Blue City at your own pace. Wander through the blue-painted streets and alleys of the old medina, browse small local shops or simply enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this mountain town.
This free time gives you another opportunity to discover Chefchaouen before leaving the Rif Mountains and continuing toward Fes.
Later, meet your driver and travel through northern Morocco toward Fes. After arrival, check into your hotel or riad and enjoy the remainder of the evening at your own pace.
The following day is dedicated to a full-day guided tour of Fes, giving you plenty of time to discover the city's historic and cultural highlights.
Overnight: Hotel or riad in Fes
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3
Full-Day Fes City Tour with Local Guide
After breakfast, meet your local guide and begin a full-day exploration of Fes. Start outside the old medina with a visit to the Mellah, the historic Jewish Quarter, followed by the impressive gates of the Royal Palace.
Continue to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Fes, where you can appreciate the scale of the old medina and its surrounding neighborhoods before heading toward the historic center.
Discover the city's long tradition of craftsmanship with a stop to see Moroccan ceramics and zellige tile work. Learn about the detailed techniques used to create the geometric patterns and decorative pieces found throughout Moroccan architecture.
Continue on foot into the old medina with your guide. Explore its narrow streets, traditional souks, artisan workshops and historic areas while experiencing the daily rhythm of Fes.
During the medina visit, discover traditional craft areas and view the famous tanneries from one of the surrounding terraces. Your guide helps you navigate the maze-like streets and provides context about the history, traditions and cultural heritage of Fes.
The local Fes guide is included. Entrance fees to monuments and attractions are not included and are paid separately where applicable.
Overnight: Hotel or riad in Fes
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4
Fes → Ifrane → Cedar Forest → Ziz Valley → Merzouga
After breakfast, leave Fes and travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains. Stop in Ifrane, known for its alpine-style architecture and mountain setting.
Continue to the Cedar Forest for a short stop among the cedar trees before traveling deeper through the landscapes of the Middle Atlas.
As the journey continues south, the scenery gradually changes. Travel toward the Ziz Valley, where palm groves and desert landscapes mark your approach to southeastern Morocco.
Arrive in Merzouga near the Erg Chebbi dunes and begin your camel ride across the Sahara. Continue to the desert camp, where dinner is included and you spend the night surrounded by the desert landscape.
Overnight: Sahara Desert camp
Meals: Dinner and breakfast
Day 5
Merzouga → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley
Wake early if you would like to enjoy sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast at the desert camp, leave Merzouga and continue toward the landscapes of southern Morocco.
Travel through desert towns and palm-filled areas toward Tinghir and Todra Gorge, where high canyon walls create one of the most distinctive natural landscapes along the route.
Take time to walk through the gorge and enjoy the surrounding scenery before continuing toward the Dades Valley.
Arrive in Dades later in the day, surrounded by traditional villages, unusual rock formations and mountain landscapes. Dinner is included at your accommodation.
Overnight: Hotel or riad in Dades Valley
Meals: Dinner and breakfast
Day 6
Dades Valley → Rose Valley → Ouarzazate → Ait Ben Haddou → High Atlas → Marrakech
After breakfast, leave the Dades Valley and travel through the Rose Valley toward Ouarzazate, following the landscapes of southern Morocco.
Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a historic fortified ksar known for its traditional earthen architecture. Enjoy time to explore the site before continuing toward the High Atlas.
Cross the High Atlas Mountains along winding roads with mountain scenery, valleys and viewpoints along the journey.
Arrive in Marrakech later in the day. Your 6 days tour from Casablanca finishes with drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.
What's Included
- ✓Pick-up from your accommodation in Casablanca
- ✓Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
- ✓Private air-conditioned transportation
- ✓Professional English-speaking driver
- ✓5 nights accommodation in selected hotels, riads and desert camp
- ✓Breakfasts during the overnight stays
- ✓Dinner at the Merzouga desert camp and in the Dades Valley
- ✓Local guide for the Fes city tour
- ✓Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- ✓Overnight stay in a Sahara Desert camp
What's Not Included
- ×Lunches
- ×Dinners in Chefchaouen and Fes
- ×Drinks
- ×Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
- ×Personal expenses
- ×Tips and gratuities
- ×Anything not specifically listed under Included
Tour Route
Casablanca to Marrakech via Merzouga Route
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this 6-day Morocco tour private?
Yes. This is a private tour with your own vehicle and driver, rather than a shared group tour. This allows for a more comfortable journey and reasonable flexibility for stops along the route.
Is 6 days enough for this route through Morocco?
Six days works well for travelers who want to combine northern Morocco, Fes and the Sahara before finishing in Marrakech. Some travel days are longer because the route covers several regions, but the dedicated day in Fes and free morning in Chefchaouen give the itinerary a more balanced pace.
What type of accommodation is used during the tour?
The tour uses selected hotels or riads in Chefchaouen, Fes and Dades Valley, together with a desert camp in the Merzouga Sahara. Accommodation can be discussed when arranging your tour.
Can the itinerary be customized?
Because this is a private tour, some details may be adjusted depending on your travel plans, accommodation preferences and arrival or departure arrangements. Major route changes should be discussed with us before the tour.
What should I bring for the Sahara Desert overnight?
Comfortable clothing, walking shoes, sun protection and a small overnight bag are useful for the desert. Temperatures can change considerably between daytime and night, so bringing an extra warm layer is recommended during cooler periods.
Is the camel ride suitable for everyone?
The camel ride is part of the Merzouga experience, but travelers who have mobility concerns or prefer not to ride a camel should contact us before the tour so we can discuss the most suitable arrangement.
What is the best time of year for this Casablanca to Marrakech tour?
The tour can operate throughout much of the year. Spring and autumn generally offer comfortable conditions for sightseeing, while summer can be very hot in the Sahara and winter nights in the desert and mountains can be cold.
Can we bring luggage on the 6-day tour?
Yes. You can travel with luggage in the tour vehicle. For the Sahara camp, it is often more convenient to prepare a smaller overnight bag with the items you need for your night in the desert.