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04 days - Casablanca - Merzouga - Marrakech

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4 days Casablanca desert tour

This 4 days Casablanca desert tour takes you on a breathtaking journey through Morocco’s rich history and stunning landscapes. Starting in Casablanca, you’ll visit the Hassan II Mosque before exploring Rabat’s historic sites. Travelling through the Middle Atlas, you’ll pass Ifrane and Azrou before reaching Merzouga for a camel trek and an unforgettable night in a Berber camp under the stars. The adventure continues through the Todra Gorges, Dades Valley, and the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou before crossing the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. This 4 days tour from Casablanca is ideal for those seeking a short yet immersive desert experience.

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Why Choosing a 4 days desert tour from Casablanca?

Choosing a 4 days desert tour from Casablanca is perfect for travelers seeking a short yet immersive journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes. This adventure takes you from the bustling city to the golden dunes of the Sahara, offering a blend of culture, history, and breathtaking scenery. You’ll visit Rabat, Morocco’s capital, before heading through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in Ifrane and the cedar forests of Azrou.
In Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek and a magical night in a Berber camp under the stars. The return journey includes stunning sights like the Todra Gorges, Ait Ben Haddou, and the High Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech. This desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech is ideal for those wanting a compact yet unforgettable desert experience.

Highlights of the 4 days desert tour from Casablanca

  • Visit the capital city, Rabat.
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Fes Medina.
  • Stop in the charming town of Ifrane and the macaque cedar forest.
  • Embark on a camel trek into the Sahara Desert.
  • Spend the night in the desert camp and stargazing in the clear desert sky.
  • Visit the dramatic Todra Gorge.
  • Stop in Ouarzazate to visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.
  • Cross the High Atlas Mountains.

Inclusions

  • All hotel/riad transfers.
  • Private travel from Casablanca in a comfortable A/C vehicle.
  • English-speaking driver/guide.
  • All dinners and breakfasts.
  • Camel excursion to Merzouga camp.
  • Comfortable accommodation in riad/hotel and Sahara camp.

Exclusions

  • Lunches and drinks.
  • Entrance fees to monuments(optional).

4 days Casablanca desert tour Itinerary

Day 1: Casablanca -Rabat – Excursion in Fes Medina

Today we pick up from your hotel in Casablanca and our Casablanca desert trip starts with a transfer to the capital of the kingdom  Rabat where we visit the Kasbah of Oudaya and the Hassan Tower. We continue to Meknes where we visit Bab Mansour Gate and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Then the 4 days Casablanca desert trip will take you to visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis followed by a transfer to Fes. Here we visit the main sights in Medina. Overnight in Riad in Fes.

Day 2: Fes – Ifran – Erfoud – Merzouga Camel Trek

Today, after breakfast, the desert tour from Casablanca will give us a drive to Ifran, then we will explore the Cedar forest, and after lunch in Midelt, we will travel via Errachidia to Erfoud and Merzouga. We enjoy an adventure camel trek across the best dunes of Erg Chebbi. You will enjoy the sunset and spend a night in a comfortable desert camp with dinner under a starry sky.

Day 3: Erg Chebbi Desert – Todra Gorges – Dades Gorges

Today our 4 days Casablanca desert tour continues, and we enjoy the camel trek to watch the sunrise in the Sahara. After breakfast, we will depart for Rissani and Erfoud, where you will explore the Toghra Gorges, the highest and narrowest gorges in Morocco. We will drive through the Dades Valley to explore rock formations known as “monkey toes”. We spend this night in Dades Valley in the local riad with dinner and be ready for the last day of the 4 days Casablanca desert tour.

Day 4: Dades Gorges – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech

After breakfast our 4 days Casablanca to Marrakech desert trip continues and we travel via Rose Valley, we visit Skoura Palm Grove and we visit Ouarzazate, well known for being the spot of international movies. We explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, an amazing fortified city in the Atlas Mountains. We drive via the Tichka Pass to reach the red city of Marrakech, where the Casablanca desert tour ends.

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Frequently Asked Questions – 4 days Casablanca desert tour

1. What is included in the 4 days Casablanca desert tour?

The tour includes private transportation, English/Spanish-speaking driver-guide, accommodation in hotels/riads, camel trekking in the Erg Chebbi dunes, one night in a desert camp, and some meals (check itinerary for details).

2. Is the camel ride included in the price?

Yes, the camel trek into the Sahara dunes is included. You’ll ride camels at sunset and spend the night in a desert camp.

3. Can I upgrade to a luxury desert camp?

Absolutely! We offer both standard and luxury camp options. The luxury camp provides private tents with ensuite bathrooms, comfortable bedding, and gourmet meals.

4. What should I pack for the desert tour?

We recommend comfortable clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a small backpack, and a jacket for chilly desert nights. Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning landscapes.

5. Is the tour private or shared?

All our multi-day tours are private, ensuring flexibility and comfort. If you’re looking for a shared group tour, we can recommend shorter day trips.