6-Day Morocco Tour from Marrakech to Casablanca

• Scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains with panoramic viewpoints.
• Explore the historic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Visit Ouarzazate and its legendary film studios.
• Discover the Dades and Todra Gorges, with dramatic canyon landscapes.
• Ride camels through the Sahara Desert and witness a magical desert sunset.
• Engage with local Berber communities and experience traditional hospitality.
• Spot wild Barbary macaques in the cedar forests of Azrou.
• Explore the alpine-style town of Ifrane, known as Little Switzerland.
• Tour Fes’ ancient medina, historic mosques, madrasas, and vibrant souks.

Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, set along the Atlantic coast.

Day 1: Marrakech → Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Gorges

Depart Marrakech early in the morning and traverse the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’Tichka Pass. Pause for photos of breathtaking valleys, rivers, and traditional Berber villages. Stop at Telouet Kasbah, an ancient palace of the Glaoui family, adorned with intricate Berber motifs.

Continue to Ait Ben Haddou, a striking red clay fortified village and UNESCO World Heritage site, featured in many films. After lunch, head to Ouarzazate, exploring its cinematic ambiance and legendary studios. Drive through the Roses Valley to reach Dades Gorges, where you’ll spend the night surrounded by dramatic canyon landscapes.

Day 2: Dades Gorges → Todra Gorge → Erfoud → Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, journey through the stunning Dades Gorges, then visit Todra Gorge, a narrow canyon with cliffs towering over 300 meters. Walk along the riverbed lined with palm trees and enjoy the shaded oasis.

Continue to Erfoud, where the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet begins. Arrive in Merzouga in the late afternoon and meet your camel guides. Ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes during sunset before reaching your desert camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner and Berber music around the campfire under a star-filled sky.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert Exploration

Wake up early to witness a spectacular sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, visit nomadic Berber families, gaining insight into their traditional desert lifestyle. Explore small villages and local lakes that sustain these communities, and enjoy a live performance of Gnawa music, blending African rhythms and spiritual chants.

Spend the afternoon wandering the streets and market of Merzouga. In the evening, relax in your desert accommodation and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Sahara.

Day 4: Merzouga → Ziz Valley → Cedar Forest → Fes

Depart the desert and drive through the lush Ziz Valley, known for its vast palm groves and fertile land. Stop to admire the scenic landscapes and learn about the valley’s historical importance.

Head to Midelt, a charming town in the Middle Atlas Mountains, for lunch and local exploration. Continue to Azrou, home to the famous cedar forests and wild Barbary macaques. Stop in Ifrane, nicknamed Little Switzerland for its alpine-style buildings and clean streets. Arrive in Fes in the evening for an overnight stay.

Day 5: Full Day Exploration of Fes

Begin your day with a guided tour of Fes’ ancient medina, wandering narrow streets bustling with vendors selling leather, spices, and crafts. Visit Al Qarawiyyin University, the oldest continuously operating university, and the centuries-old El Merenid Tombs.

Explore the Jewish quarter (Mellah), the Royal Palace, and tranquil Jnane Sbile Gardens. Discover the Blue Gate (Bab Boujloud) and witness traditional leather processing at Chouara Tannery. Immerse yourself in centuries of Moroccan culture and history before returning to your riad for the evening.

Day 6: Fes → Casablanca

Depart early for Casablanca, traveling through scenic landscapes. Upon arrival, visit the impressive Hassan II Mosque, perched on the Atlantic coast, and explore its architectural splendor. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before concluding the tour at your hotel or heading to the airport for departure, marking the end of your 6-day Moroccan adventure.