Classic 8 Day Tour from Casablanca
This classic 8 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech begins in Morocco's economic capital, then journeys to the imperial cities of Rabat and Meknes, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, and the spiritual medinas of Fes.
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Rabat
Hassan Tower & Udayas
Merzouga
Luxury camp in the dunes
Marrakech
Guided medina & souks
Tour Overview
Imperial cities, the Sahara and the High Atlas — Casablanca to Marrakech
This classic 8 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech begins in Morocco's economic capital, then journeys to the imperial cities of Rabat and Meknes, the Roman ruins of Volubilis, and the spiritual medinas of Fes.
From Fes you'll cross the Middle Atlas and the dramatic Ziz Valley to reach Merzouga's golden Sahara dunes — for camel trekking, a luxury desert camp, and unforgettable sunsets and sunrises — before exploring the Todra Gorges and Dades Valley.
The journey continues through the UNESCO kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and over the High Atlas, concluding in vibrant Marrakech with its palaces, souks and the Jemaa el-Fna square.
Tour Itinerary
A detailed day-by-day journey
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Day 1
Welcome to Morocco
- 🏨 Hotel, Casablanca
- 🚗 Airport transfer
Afternoon · City orientation
Airport pickup by your driver-guide, settle in, then an optional stroll through Casablanca's French-colonial centre.
Evening · The Corniche
Walk the Atlantic waterfront promenade and enjoy a welcome dinner of tagine and mint tea.
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Day 2
Casablanca to Fes
- 🏨 Riad, Fes
- 🍽 Breakfast
- 🚗 8–9 hrs
- 📏 470 km
Morning · Hassan II Mosque & Rabat
Tour the vast Hassan II Mosque, then Rabat's Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Kasbah of the Udayas.
Afternoon · Meknes & Volubilis
See Meknes' Bab Mansour gate, then the remarkably preserved Roman ruins of Volubilis.
Evening · Fes
Arrive in Fes and check into a traditional riad in the medina.
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Day 3
A full day in the spiritual capital
- 🏨 Riad, Fes
- 🍽 Breakfast
- 🚶 Guided medina tour
Morning · Fes el-Bali
Enter the world's largest car-free medina through the Blue Gate, visit the Bou Inania Medersa and the Chouara tanneries.
Afternoon · Crafts & viewpoints
Explore the souks and Al-Qarawiyyin, the world's oldest university, then sunset over the city from the Merenid Tombs.
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Day 4
Fes to Merzouga
- 🏨 Luxury desert camp
- 🍽 Breakfast, dinner
- 🐪 Camel trek
- 🚗 7–8 hrs
- 📏 460 km
Morning · Middle Atlas
Cross the cedar forests of Azrou with their Barbary macaques, then Midelt, the "Apple City."
Afternoon · Ziz Valley
Follow the palm-lined Ziz Valley through Errachidia as the mountains give way to desert.
Evening · Camel trek & camp
Trek by camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes for sunset, then a luxury desert camp with Berber music and stars.
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Day 5
Merzouga to Dades Valley
- 🏨 Kasbah hotel, Dades
- 🍽 Breakfast, dinner
- 🚗 7–8 hrs
- 📏 280 km
Early morning · Sahara sunrise
Watch sunrise over the dunes and ride back to Merzouga for breakfast.
Morning · Rissani & Erfoud
Explore the Rissani souk and Erfoud's fossil workshops.
Afternoon · Todra Gorges & Dades
Walk the towering Todra Gorges, then the "Valley of 1000 Kasbahs" with its "Monkey Fingers" formations.
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Day 6
Dades Valley to Marrakech
- 🏨 Riad, Marrakech
- 🍽 Breakfast
- 🚗 7–8 hrs
- 📏 320 km
Morning · Rose Valley & Ouarzazate
Travel the Valley of Roses and Skoura oasis to Ouarzazate's film studios.
Afternoon · Ait Ben Haddou
Explore the UNESCO kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, then cross the Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2,260m).
Evening · Marrakech
Arrive in the Red City; optional evening stroll to the Jemaa el-Fna square.
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Day 7
A full day in the Red City
- 🏨 Riad, Marrakech
- 🍽 Breakfast
- 🚶 Guided city tour
Morning · Imperial monuments
Visit the Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs and Ben Youssef Madrasa with a local guide.
Afternoon · Souks & Jemaa el-Fna
Explore Morocco's largest souk and the famous square, with the Koutoubia and optional Majorelle Garden.
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Day 8
Farewell to Morocco
- 🍽 Breakfast
- 🚗 Airport transfer
Morning · Departure
Free time for last-minute souvenirs, then transfer to Marrakech (30 min) or Casablanca (3 hrs) airport.
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Why travel with us?
Local, private & handled A to Z
- A local Berber team that lives where you'll be travelling
- Private, customizable itineraries shaped around your time and interests
- Full-service planning — tours, hotels, riads, desert camps, and transport
- A founder-led, family-run agency — not a call center
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions travelers ask most.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures. Winter brings clear skies for stargazing but cold desert nights, while summer is hot but manageable with early starts. We tailor the pace to the season.
Yes — every trip is private and fully customizable. We can adjust the route, extend stays, change accommodation level, or add experiences to fit your interests and dates.
It's fully private — just your party, your own driver-guide and vehicle. We use air-conditioned 4×4s or minivans depending on group size, with no shared minibuses.
See the "What's included" section above for this trip's exact inclusions — typically private transport, a professional driver-guide, accommodation and listed meals. Flights, travel insurance and personal expenses are not included.
Yes — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and other needs are catered for. Let us know when booking and we'll brief the accommodations and camp in advance.
Message us with your dates and group size for a custom itinerary and quote within 24 hours. A 20% deposit by PayPal, Remitly or Wise confirms your booking; the balance is paid to your driver-guide when you meet (paying it by card adds a 5% bank fee). Cancel at least 20 days before your tour and your full deposit is refunded. If you postpone, even within those 20 days, we move your deposit to your new dates.
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