Overview
A 10-day desert tour from Casablanca to Merzouga Desert is an epic adventure! You’ll get to explore Morocco’s rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect:Explore Casablanca’s Hassan II Mosque and Rabat’s historic sites like the Hassan Tower and Kasbah des OudaiasVisit Meknes’ ancient Roman ruins and the grand Bab Mansour gateDiscover Fez’ UNESCO World Heritage Site, Fes el Bali, and its vibrant medinaHead to Ifrane, known as “Morocco’s Switzerland,” for its Alpine-style architectureTravel through the Ziz Valley and arrive at Merzouga DesertEnjoy a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend the night in a luxury desert camp Explore the desert’s stunning landscapes, visit nomad families, and enjoy sandboarding Head to Dades Valley, known for its striking rock formations and gorgesVisit the iconic Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou and Ouarzazate’s film studiosExplore Marrakech’s vibrant medina and return to Casablanca
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca - Casablanca.
In the first day of our 10 Tour, we will greet you from the Casablanca Mohammed V Airport.
Then take you to your hotel accommodation in Casablanca, for any service just contact us as it’s a private tour.
Day 2: Casablanca - Chefchaouen.
In the morning at 08:30 after your breakfast we will go to visit Popular attractions in Casablanca include the massive Hassan II Mosque, the scenic Corniche and Ain Diab coastal areas, and the historical Quartier Habous and Old Medina. then we will driver to Rabat the capital economic of Morocco, we will visit there the the Kasbah of the Udayas, a historic fortified citadel, the Hassan Tower and Mausoleum of Mohammed V, an iconic monument and royal tomb; and the Chellah.
Lunch in Rabat in local restaurant. Later one we will start our way toward Chefchaouen (blue city) for about 5 hours drive.
Overnight in Chefchaouen.
Puerta Azul or similar
Day 3: Chefchaouen - Fes.
In the morning after the breakfast you will have a local guide to visit Cherchouen.
Chefchaouen (blue city) which is a Morocco popular tourist attraction and welcoming town situated in the Rif Mountains northwest Morocco. This nice bleu city is known for its traditional buildings. Enjoy a walk to explore the white and blue washed walls of the medina and the markets that offer some unique native handicrafts. Chefchaouen is a fantastic destination for photography with its wonderful views of the Rif Mountains.
Then we will drive to Fes you will arrive in Fez late afternoon, Overnight in Fez Riad Dilar or similar with breakfast included.
Day 4: Fes - Fes.
Day 5: Fes - Merzouga.
Depart Fes for Merzouga over the Middle Atlas mountains through the cedar forests of Ifrane (the Switzerland of Morocco), azrou, Midelt and crossing the Ziz Valley and its gorges towards Sahara. We reach Merzouga before the sunset, Depending on your arrived to the hotel on the foot of the Dunes of Erg-Chebbi.
Overnight Hotel Dar Morocco or similar.
Day 6: Merzouga - Merzouga.
The trip start at 10:00AM the transport will be with a private 4WD vehicle, to visit the nomads behind sand dunes of Erg chebbi, drink tea there under nomad tents, and explore how they live, We will do some rally over sand dunes for litle time, later driver to the Mifis mountains where they still work mineral extraction, Then to Khamlia village where black people lives, playing Gnawa music it’s an african rhythm. after listen to the african music we will move to the restaurant for lunch with berber pizza. after the lunch we will be back to the starting point of the trip, relax a bit then ride the camels into the sand dunes of Erg chebbi, 1 hour of riding you will reach the camp, Sand boarding, Sunset, Dinner, Berber Music.
Overnight at the Luxury Camp.
Day 7: Merzouga - Dades Gorges.
Woke up for sunrise in dunes near the camp, you comeback to the camp for breakfast then you ride back the camels to Merzouga vilage, then we go to Rissani where we’ll visit the market place (market days: tuesday, thursday and saturday), we continue then to Erfoud where we can visit the manufactures of fossilized marble before starting our way to Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves. One hour later we’ll reach one of the best places of the High Atlas, the Todra Gorges. The course of the river has carved out cliff-sided canyon and it’s because of its beauty and the high rock sides that’s very popular among climbers. Free time to have lunch in this wonderful place. A short walk through the gorges is very advisable to better appreciate the beauty of the landscape. In the afternoon we continue to Boumalne Dades. Dinner Hotel Ksar Sultan Dades or similar hotel of the same category.
Day 8: Dades Gorges - Marrakech.
After breakfast we can enjoy one of the better views of the Dades valley from one strategic look out in the mountains, from there we can appreciate the great number of kasbahs and the scenic characteristics of each one. After some stops to enjoy the “One thousand kasbahs road”. the Roses Valley an the big Skoura palm grove we’ll get to Ouarzazate to visit the Kasbah of Taourirt, old residence of the Glaoui or Marrakech pasha, Then cinema studio in Ouarzazate, we will stop at ksar (fortified village) of Ait Ben Haddou where we will visit the famous Kasbah (declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). Famous films have been shot in this spectacular stage, including Gladiator, The Mummy, The Jewel of the Nile, Free time for lunch in town. In the afternoon we start our way to Marrakech going through the mountain port of Tizi N’tichka. We’ll get to Marrakech at 6pm, arrive at your hotel in Marrakech.
Day 9: Marrakech - Marrakech.
Day 10: Marrakech - Casablanca.
We will pick up you from your accommodation to your airport in Casablanca
What's Included / Not Included
Included
8 Breakfasts 3 Dinners 1 Lunch in Merzouga desert
Private transport with driver guide, Air conditioning
8 Hotels 1 Luxury Camp, Camel Ride, Sand boarding
Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou, Marrakech, Fes, Chefchaouen
Sunset, Sunrise, Berber Music, Gnawa Music, Berber Pizza, visit Nomads
Not Included
Drinks
Flights
Lunches
Dinners in Fes, Marrakech, Chefchaouen, Casablanca.
- Frequently Asked Questions
Packing for Merzouga Desert?
Here’s your checklist:Comfortable clothing (loose, breathable, and layers for temperature changes)
Sturdy shoes or hiking boots
Sandals or flip-flops (for Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm)
Warm layers for evening (it can get chilly in December and January)
Personal hygiene items
Camera and charger (don’t miss the stunning views!)
Medications and a small first-aid kit
Cash and credit cards (some places might not accept cards)Don’t forget to check the weather forecast before you go!
How to confirm my reservation?
To confirm your reservation with us, I’ll need you to send us a deposit of 30% of the total cost via PayPal.
The rest of the payment will be paid in cash in your arrival to Merzouga desert. Either Euro or Dirhams.
This is a private tour or shared Tour?
This is a private tour, tailored just for you and your group. You’ll have a dedicated guide and transportation, so you can enjoy the experience at your own pace.If you’d like to share the experience with others, we can also arrange a small group tour. Just let me know your preference, and we’ll make it happen!
How many languages your guides speaks?
Our guides speak multiple languages, including: Arabic (native)
French (fluent)
Berber ( native)
English (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)
Italian (good)
A bit from several other languagesWe’ll make sure to assign a guide who speaks your preferred language, so you can fully enjoy the experience and ask any questions you may have.
How to meet our driver guide to start our tour?
We’ll arrange for you to meet your driver-guide at a designated location, usually at your hotel or a central meeting point. We’ll provide you with all the details, including the meeting time and location, in your confirmation email.Your driver-guide will be holding a sign with your name if you come from the airport, so you’ll easily spot them. They’ll be happy to assist with your luggage and get you settled for the adventure ahead!
How far is the camp by camels in Merzouga Desert?
The camel trek in Merzouga Desert typically takes you for one hour to reach the Erg Chebbi dunes.The camp is usually located inside the dunes, You’ll be treated to stunning views of the desert sunset and a warm welcome at the camp!
Is our tent private or shared at the camp?
Our luxury desert camp offers private tents, private bathroom with Hot water.
Each equipped with comfortable beds, linens, and amenities. You’ll have your own space to relax, unwind, and enjoy the desert tranquility.The tents are spacious and decorated with traditional Moroccan touches, giving you a unique and cozy atmosphere. You’ll have access to shared facilities including a dining area, sandboarding in the dunes, Berber music all within the camp.
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