Morocco Trips from Casablanca & Camel Trek – 8 Days

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Discover Morocco’s history, culture, and natural wonders on this unforgettable 8 day tour starting and ending in Casablanca. Your journey begins with the city’s highlights, including the majestic Hassan II Mosque and the vibrant Corniche. Continue to Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital, to explore the Hassan Tower, Oudaias Kasbah, and the Royal Palace. Travel inland to the imperial city of Meknes, home to the grand Bab El Mansour gate and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, before venturing to the spiritual heart of Morocco, Fes, where the labyrinthine medina and ancient madrasas reveal centuries of tradition.

From there, journey through the cedar forests of Azrou and the alpine town of Ifrane before reaching the breathtaking Ziz Valley. In Merzouga, embark on a thrilling camel trek across the Sahara Desert, watching the sun set over towering dunes before spending a magical night in a luxury desert camp under a canopy of stars. The adventure continues through the dramatic Todra Gorge and the scenic Dades Valley, following ancient caravan routes to Ouarzazate and the legendary Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and arrive in Marrakech to immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant souks, palaces, gardens, and the lively Jemaa el-Fnaa square. This perfectly balanced itinerary blends Morocco’s rich history with the thrill of desert adventure, making it ideal for travelers seeking both cultural discovery and unforgettable experiences.

 

 

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  • HIGHLIGHTS: 8 Days Morocco Trips from Casablanca Admire the beautiful historical monuments of Fez & Marrakech Visit the biggest Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca Explore Fez, the country’s cultural capital, stopping at souks, tanneries, madrasas, and mosques. Admire the lush gardens of Marrakech and check out the snake charmers in Jemaa el Fna Square. Visit and discover the imperial cities of morocco: Marrakech and Fes Ride camels in the Sahara desert in an unforgettable experience Sleep and enjoy an exceptional overnight in desert camp Visit and explore the world heritage UNESCO Kasbahs Stroll the labyrinth souks of Marrakech with your guide Enjoy the stunning views of valleys & palm groves during our drive to the desert Discover the Moroccan traditions and culture and meet local Berbers oldest imperial cities and the Sahara desert with camel ride experience.
  • What is and not include INCLUDED Pick-up service from your accommodation in Casablanca Fuel included Private Transport by an A/C vehicle Professional English-speaking driver Overnight in desert camp dinner and breakfast are included Local guide at ait benhaddou Kasbah Camel ride for sunset and sunrise (one camel each) Half-board accommodations in selected hotels & Riads or Kasbahs ( breakfasts are included) Official art historian guide in Marrakech & Fes Drop off service at your accommodation in Casablanca You can stop everywhere to take photos NOT INCLUDED Entrance fees Personal expenses Tips and gratuities Lunches and drinks The flight tickets to and from your homeland Anything not mentioned in the program

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Day 1: Casablanca – Mekans - Fes

Your private tour begins with your driver picking you up from your hotel in Casablanca. We’ll then explore the main cultural sights before we drive to Fes where we’ll stay overnight in a riad/hotel.

Day 2: Fes – Guided City Tour

We’ll start the day exploring the oldest city in Morocco, snaking through its alleys and narrow streets. We’ll begin sightseeing at the Royal Palace gate, followed by the Jewish headquarter where the first Mellah ever was built in Morocco, during the 16th century. We’ll ensure that you visit all sites with cultural and historical interest including the famous Al Karaouine University, the oldest in the region.

We’ll also visit the Tanneries, the Attarine Museum, and the Moulay Idriss mausoleum. After lunch, you’ll visit many different cooperatives and then experience a wonderful panoramic view over the whole Medina of Fes before ending the night at your Riad.

Day 3: Fès – Ifrane – Azrou – Midelt – Merzouga

After breakfast at your hotel in Fes, we’ll leave for Merzouga through the Mid-Atlas region passing through Ifrane, the “Switzerland” of Morocco. Up next we’ll drive a bit further to explore the cedar forests of Azrou, where you can stop to feed the Berber apes. We’ll then continue to Midelt where we’ll have lunch and then follow the Ziz River through to the Ziz Gorge (valley). Our drive proceeds across the Ziz Valley, Erfoud, and Rissani where we’ll stop to explore the souk (local market). Our day comes to a close as we arrive in Merzouga, spending the night at a local Hotel/ Kasbah

Day 4: Explore Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we’ll head out to the desert; trade in our 4×4, We’ll spend the day exploring the desert region and The Erg Chebbi Dunes, making a circuit of the desert dunes where you’ll experience firsthand the captivating contrast of the Moroccan nomadic (Berber) way of life. From there we’ll pay a visit to the “black village” of Khamlia, where we’ll enjoy a show by the renowned Gnawan musicians, followed by a traditional Berber pizza for lunch in the ancient capital of Rissani. Our afternoon will be spent riding camels and enjoying the sunset behind the dunes before heading back to our camp. There, we’ll be treated to a traditional tagine dinner, drink delicious local mint tea, and delight in traditional Berber music underneath the star and moonlit sky of the wondrous Sahara Desert.

Day 5: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Dades Gorge

We’ll fetch an early start to catch the sunrise in the Merzouga desert, and then return on camelback to the village. From there, we’ll leave for Tinghir, to reach the Todra Gorge, which is the highest, narrowest gorge in Morocco. Here we may stop to hike within the valley, and after lunch, in the gorge, we will continue to the Dades Gorge, where we’ll enjoy sand castles and also geological features called “monkey toes/feet”. We’ll spend the night in the Dades Gorge, at a local Hotel / Riad.

Day 6: Dades Gorge –  Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech  

After breakfast, we’ll drive towards Ouarzazate passing through the route of a thousand Kasbahs (fortresses). We’ll stop at Kalaat Mgouna (which is the center of The Valley of Roses) for a stretch and lunch at a local restaurant. Then, we’ll continue our private tour stopping first at the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou before continuing through the Tizi-n-Tichka pass to Marrakesh where we’ll spend the night at a local riad/hotel.

Day 7: Marrakech With Guided Tour

Today we’ll have a guided tour of Marrakech. You will explore the main attractions and monuments of the city including the famous Jamaa el Fna square, Koutoubia mosque, the souks, palaces, and museums. We’ll also explore parts of the city belonging to Fes Jdid “New Fes”, such as Gueliz, The Menara Gardens, and Majorelle.

Day 8: Marrakech – Casablanca Med V airport

Today depends on your flight schedule. Given the time, you may spend the afternoon discovering the less touristy areas of Marrakesh and enjoying lunch at a local restaurant before being transferred to your hotel/airport where our service will end.

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