Morocco Travel Itinerary 5 Days from Casablanca to Marrakech

5 days in Morocco tour itinerary from Casablanca through Morocco’s famous imperial city – Fes, the oldest medieval city in the world. A Journey into the Sahara through a variety of spectacular scenery: Fertile valleys, Centuries kasbahs, Grand Canyons, Cedar and pine forests and also barren, rocky landscapes to Merzouga Desert. Furthermore, enjoy Camel trekking and spend a night in a traditional nomadic tent under an endless canopy of stars. Last but not least, marvel at the towering gorge of Todra and stroll through the winding alleys of the UNESCO-listed fortified kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient desert village on an old caravan route.

❖ 1st Day: Arrival in Casablanca (30km)

Welcome to Morocco! On arrival at Casablanca Airport, you will be met by your personal Driver/Guide and transferred to your accommodation in Casablanca afterwards for the 1st night of your 5 days Morocco itinerary. Check in and then spend the balance of the day at leisure to relax.

◈ Overnight: Casablanca

◈ Meals: Breakfast

❖ 2nd Day: Casablanca » Rabat » Fes (294km)

Following breakfast, take a morning tour of the Hassan II Mosque, which has the tallest minaret and is the second-largest functioning mosque in Africa and is the 7th largest in the world. After that, depart Casablanca and head towards the capital of Morocco – Rabat on the Atlantic coast. Start your visit with some of the capital’s highlights, including the impressive walled quarter known as Udayas Kasbah, Hassan Tower, as well as the Mausoleum of Mohammed V.

 Afterwards, we set off on a journey to Fes, the oldest and largest medieval city in the world, and its Medina is a heady mix of aromas, sounds and sights. Enjoy a free afternoon for further explorations.

◈ Overnight: Fes

◈ Meals: Breakfast

❖ 3rd Day: Fes » Ifrane » Cedar Forest » Midelt » Ziz valley » Merzouga » Erg Chebbi Dunes (468km)

Today, embark on a scenic drive over the Middle Atlas Mountains through Giant pine trees, wind past olive groves, shepherds tending to their flocks and also Cedar Forests. En route, stop in Ifrane, a charming ski resort. Afterwards, continue to Midelt via the Cedar Forest, where you enjoy a short walk to see the Barbary macaques and take some photos. Later-on we head out towards the Erg Chebbi dunes located near the remote frontier town of Merzouga. It’s one of the world’s iconic landscapes, with towering dunes up to 150 m in height. As you approach Erfoud, admire views of the remarkable Ziz Oasis and vast valleys.

 Upon arrival, ride your camel into the Sahara Desert to your campsite. A spectacular camp hidden away in the sand dunes of the Sahara. Here in this magical escape from the modern world, you’ll experience the true essence of desert life. Make sure to catch the sunset in the heart of the desert. In addition to that, enjoy a nice dinner, followed by live Berber music around an open fire and spend an amazing night under the starry sky, digest the desert in all its beauty that will give you remarkable memories of the desert trip exploring.

◈ Overnight: Merzouga Desert

◈ Meals: Dinner & Breakfast

❖ 4th Day: Merzouga Desert » Todra Gorge » Ouarzazate (374km)

After a truly stunning sunrise, freshen up and breakfast in your camp, depart Erg Chebbi dunes and set off on the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to the gorge of Todra. Surrounded by towering vertical limestone cliffs reaching heights of 300 m to form one of the most dramatic and spectacular natural sights in Morocco. Moreover, its charm lies in its changing colors as the sun slowly moves from east to west.

 There’ll be time to marvel at this sight before you continue your journey to Ouarzazate – the Hollywood of North Africa. Along the road of The Rose Valley and a Thousand Kasbahs. There will be an opportunity to stop to see the variety of rose products which are produced by the locals. After some free time and lunch in Kalaat M’gouna, continue on to Ouarzazate, famous for being the filming location for many other Hollywood blockbusters and famous TV shows including «Lawrence of Arabia», «Jewel of the Nile». After check-in at your hotel, time to relax before dinner.

◈ Overnight: Merzouga Desert

◈ Meals: Dinner & Breakfast

❖ 5th Day: Ouarzazate » Ait Ben Haddou » High Atlas Mountains » Marrakesh (374km)

After breakfast depart Ouarzazate for Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a stunningly well-preserved medieval village which has famously featured in many blockbuster movies, including Gladiator, The living daylights and many more. After a visit to the Kasbah of Ait ben haddou, then drive across the great High Atlas Mountains. Climbing over the pass of Tizi N’tichka, continue onwards with marvelous views over the Mountains and also vast valleys to Marrakech. Your 5 days Morocco trip ends here. Additional accommodation can be pre-booked if you wish to explore Marrakech.

• • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel/airport.
  • 3 nights accommodation in a hotel/riad.
  • Tour in an air-conditioned vehicle Toyota Land Cruiser or spacious minivan in case of a group throughout 5 days.
  • Hand-picked English-speaking driver.
  • Daily Breakfast and 2 nights dinner.
  • Camel trek & overnight stay in a desert camp (Private Tent).
  • Free time to wander the Canyons, Kasbahs, Take photos, … etc.

• • Lunch, drinks and 2 nights dinner.
  • Entrance fees to monuments (Ex: Atlas studio, Hassan II Mosque…etc.).
  • Any Private Expenses

If the above proposed Itinerary: 5-day tour of Morocco from Casablanca to Sahara Desert does not match what you’re looking for, then contact us. We provide customized Tours in Morocco starting in Casablanca according to your duration of stay and your preferences. You can come with your family, relatives, friends or all of them. Just let us know your duration, what you wish to do in the state, and leave the rest to us, we’ll create a unique itinerary to suit your tastes and budget. Besides, our Expert Team at Morocco Tabiarte Tours is at your service to reply all your questions, give you detailed quotes about our Morocco Private tours, and tips about the best time and places to visit. Whether you’re thinking about leading a tour or making a request, we’re here to help.

Morocco Travel‘s FAQ

Payment Methods of 5 Days in Morocco itinerary

⮚ How to book a Tour with Us:

To get your booking confirmed for the 5 days Morocco Travel itinerary from Casablanca, a deposit is required and can be done easily and securely over PayPal. Regardless of the balance, it is in cash to your driver once you meet each other at the airport or accommodation. Besides, the currency EURO, USD, CAD, GBP and MAD are both acceptable.

⮚ Is it possible to pay the total amount with credit card or PayPal?

Please be notified that we don’t accept payments with credit cards due to many fees and hold security risks. Although we ask for the balance in cash because PayPal also has too many transaction fees and operational delays as it’s an international institution. In addition to that, we can accept it in some cases via PayPal, but a 5% fee will be added to cover the extra transaction charges. If you’re thinking of this method, it is better to arrange the payment before your trip to Morocco.

⮚ Cancellation process:

More than a month before the start date of the tour, deposit is non-refundable, but no worries since we’re going to hold any deposit towards a trip with Morocco Tabiarte Tours at any later date you select.

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