Explore Morocco in grand style with this 8 Days Tour From Casablanca to the Merzouga Desert. From imperial cities to arid deserts, discover countless cultural highlights and hidden gems on this all-encompassing adventure.
Start your journey in Morocco’s largest city, Casablanca. See Al Qarawiyyin University and wander the streets of its old medina. Then, continue to Ouarzazate, a powerful touristic destination.
Casablanca
There are several ways to get to the desert village of Merzouga. The easiest is to take a bus from Marrakech or Casablanca. The bus ride is long but enjoyable. You can see the beautiful landscapes along the way and experience Morocco’s culture.
The first stop is the small town of Merzouga, which opens onto Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Then, you will visit a nearby lake called Dayet Srji that is home to a diverse population of birds. You can also visit the mud-built Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
From there, you will continue to Fes and then to Volubilis, where you can visit a well-preserved archeological site. You will also visit the Todra and Dades Gorges and the old fortified Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. Finally, you will visit Marrakech and Chefchaouen, two cosmopolitan cities. The tour includes accommodations and an expert guide. It is a perfect trip for those who want to experience the best of Morocco in just 8 days!
Ouarzazate
Our tour departs Ouarzazate after breakfast in a 4×4, crossing the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Visit the UNESCO-listed Telouet and Pasha Glaoui Kasbahs, and continue toward the Dadès Valley. Stop at the Todra Gorge for a short hike. In the afternoon, reach the Merzouga Desert. Switch to camels, and enjoy a magical sunset on top of one of the highest dunes in the area. In the evening, transfer to a desert luxury camp. Enjoy Berber drums music, dancing around the campfire, and a night in tents in the middle of the Sahara desert.
On this 8 Days Tour From Casablanca to Merzouga, you will visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and explore the High Atlas mountain range and its soaring peaks. You will also see the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate, the largest movie studio in the world. Take pictures of the rugged local landscapes. You will then head to Merzouga, the Sahara Desert, and spend a night in a desert camp.
Merzouga
This tour gives you a taste of Morocco’s most iconic landmarks. Begin in Casablanca, paying homage to the eponymous classic film before exploring Rabat and visiting Roman ruins in Chefchaouen. You will also visit the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara desert.
Then you will drive to Rissani, the capital of the Tafilalet region. This is a small market town with a traditional souk. It is also home to the Barbary macaque.
After that, you will continue your trip to the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. On your way, you will have a stop to enjoy the magical sunset. Then, you will reach your hotel located near the big dunes and get ready for a camel ride.
Once you reach the top of a dune, you will be able to enjoy the view of the desert and its stars. After that, you will spend the night in a luxury desert camp. In the morning, you will witness the breathtaking sunrise.
Marrakech
Enjoy a perfect mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation on this 8-day trip. Explore Morocco’s ancient imperial cities, and travel through the High Atlas Mountains into the Sahara Desert. Discover the old medina in Fes, wander the blue walkways of Chefchaouen, and take in the atmosphere of Marrakech’s busiest square.
On this 8 Days Tour From Casablanca to Merzouga Desert, you will visit Menara Gardens of olive trees surrounding a large central lake, Majorelle Garden, Bahia palace, Koutoubia mosque which is very similar to the Giralda of Seville and the Saadian tombs. You will also have a guided tour of Marrakech the economic capital of Morocco, with its majestic Hassan II Mosque which is open to non-Muslims.
Then you will cross the High Atlas mountains and Tizi-n’Tichka pass. Then visit the UNESCO world heritage site Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Ouarzazate city. In addition to visiting the gorges of Dades and Todra, and the sand dunes of Merzouga. You will ride camels to witness a magical sunset and sunrise and spend the night in a desert camp under the stars. You will also listen to traditional drums music around a campfire.