8 days itinerary from marrakech to casablanca
8 days tour from marrakech to casablanca
Overview of 8 days morocco desert tour from marrakech to casablanca
the 8 days itinerary from marrakech Essential Morocco tour takes you on an unforgettable journey to Casablanca we passing through the Sahara Desert then Fes and Chefchaouen. Over 8 days and 7 nights. we will see lovely things like the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi-N-Tichka then to the famous Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah. In addition to Discover Ouarzazate the beautiful Amridil Kasbah the Dades Valley and the impressive Todra Gorges. In Merzouga experience the magic of the Sahara Desert and ride camels and watch breathtaking sunsets and sunrises then spend a night in desert luxury camp. Explore the dunes in a 4×4 vehicle and visit Rissani’s traditional market and Erfoud known for its capitl fossils.
The journey continues to Ifrane Morocco “Switzerland,” and the azro cedar forests home to the Barbary macaques. Visit Fes and Meknes two of Morocco imperial cities, and explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis. Discover the charm of Chefchaouen, the Blue City, before heading to Tangier and Asilah, and finally, Rabat. Your adventure ends in Casablanca. more tours from marrakech
- Starting City: marrakech
- Ending City: casablanca
- Travel itinerary: casablanca, rabat, maknes,Fes, Desert, Ouarzazate (Ait Ben Haddou), marrakech
HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR VACATION IN MOROCCO THROUGH THE 8 DAYS DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH
- Discover the High Atlas Mountains, Tizi Ntichka pass.
- Visit the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Ben Hadou.
- Drive to Dades Gorges.
- Explore the Todgha Gorges and drive across Erfoud to the desert.
- Ride a camel in Merzouga during a dramatic sunset.
- Sleep under the stars in Erg Chebbi Sahara camp.
- Drive through the Ziz valley to Fes.
- Explore Morocco’s capital, Rabat, and see the iconic Hassan Tower.
- Visit Casablanca and Hassan II Mosque.
Morocco Itinerary 8 days morocco desert tour from marrakech
Day 1 : Marrakech To Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate or Dades Valley
A exciting tour that highlights the deep cultural wonders of Morocco for the duration of 8 days itinerary from Marrakesh to Casablanca is set into motion. On the first day we will leave our riad or hotel in Marrakesh and set out for the magnificent Atlas Mountains, soaking up the breathtaking views that unfold before us. (Zarrouk & Aidouni, 2023) We shall journey towards the famous Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou for lunch and then head on towards the famed film city of Ouarzazate. (Zarrouk & Aidouni, 2023)W finally stepped ahead towards, Boumalne Dades, where we will spend the night to prepare the stage for the next phase of our journey.
Venturing further, we reach the captivating Boumalne Dades, where we spend the night, setting the stage for the next leg of our adventure.
Day 2: Dades Valley to Todra gorge to Sahara desert of Merzouga
On the second day of 8 days itinerary from marrakech to casablanca, we will be leaving Boumalne Dades traveling toward the Sahara Desert over the breathtaking Todra Gorges. After stopping for lunch in one of the lively towns, we continue on to the mystical Merzouga Desert, where our camels await to take us to the beautiful sand dunes. Enjoying the sunset, we finally find ourselves in our Berber camp, entertained by traditional music as we lay beneath a beautiful blanket of stars.
Day 3: full day in the Sahara desert
on 3rd day of your 8 days itinerary from marrakech desert tour, Wake up early to enjoy sunrise in the middle of the desert. After breakfast we will go back by ride camels or car to Merzouga where your driver will be waiting. This day of your Morocco desert tour is dedicated to exploring Merzouga, a region full of amazing places like sand dunes, a wild lake, mines, fossil areas, and beautiful oases – perfect for outdoor activities.
We begin the day by driving off-road to visit an ancient eyeliner mine. Next, we visit a nomad family in their handmade tent to learn about their lifestyle while enjoying Berber tea. After that we will head to Khamlia village where we can enjoy Gnaoua music and dance, performed by locals whose roots trace back to countries like Mali and Sudan and Niger then We’ll stop for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we take a walk in a palm tree grove and then visit the wild lake of Merzouga, also known as the Flamingo Lake. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at a hotel.
Day 4: Merzouga to Ziz Valley to Middle Atlas Mountain to Ifrane to Fes
in the morning 4th day of your 8 days itinerary from marrakech to casablanca desert tour, We leave the desert via Erfoud to heading our tour towards Errachidia after breakfast and watching the sunrise. Along the way we’ll enjoy a panoramic view of the stunning Ziz Valley ith a perfect for photographs. Our journey continues towards Midelt where we’ll stop for lunch.
After lunch we proceed through a series of charming villages and towns on the way to the Cedar Forest of Azrou home to wild monkeys. Here we’ll take a break to see and interact with the monkeys before heading to Ifrane famously known by name the “Switzerland of Morocco” and one of the cleanest cities in the country. While in Ifrane we’ll visit the iconic Stone Lion statue. Finally, we’ll continue our journey to Fes, arriving in the evening.
Day 5: Exploring Fes
on 5th day of your 8 days itinerary from marrakech, After breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel in Fes and take you on a guided tour of the city of Fes. fes is one of the imperial cities and is considered to be the cultural and religious centre of Morocco. in the morning first we will visit the gate of the royal palace and to the mediaeval medina with its numerous well-preserved buildings which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Blue Gate or Bab Boujloud forms the entrance. You will then enter the medina accompanied by a local guide.
You will see the Medrasa Bouanania and the Najjarine Fountain, the tanneries and finally the Quaraouin Mosque and the University -one of the oldest university in the world. We then leave the medina to visit the Jewish quarter “the Mellah”,” from where we drive to an old fortress overlooking the medina and the city of Fes. Finally, you will return to your riad.
Day 6: Fes, Meknes, Volubilis Ruins, Chefchaouen
in this day of you 8 days itinerary from marrakech desert tour, After breakfast, we continue our tour to Meknes, the Ismaili capital and is one of the imperial cities . Our visit will be Bab Al-Mansour and the Sahrij Souani Basin then the Royal Stables and the Granary and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. we will have free time for lunch before to continue our journey.
Next we will drive about 30 kilometers from Meknes to explore the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This well-preserved site features stunning mosaics and historic pillars grand archways that offer a glimpse into the Roman era. After exploring Volubilis we will continue north through Ouazzane to Chefchaouen nestled in the Rif Mountains, Known as the Blue City it is famous for its blue-painted buildings and charming alleyways. Overnight stay in a local hotel.
Day 7: Chefchaouen – Tangier – asilla – Rabat – Casablanca.
on the 7th day of your Morocco Itinerary 8 Days tour from marrakech desert tour, we will Travel to Rabat to visit the Kasbah of the Udayas, Hassan Tower, and the Royal Mausoleum. Continue to Casablanca if we have time we visit The Hassan II Mosque in the afternoon and spend the night in a hotel.
Day 8: full day Casablanca city – airport .
On the last day of your 8 days itinerary from marrakech to casablanca, we will see Casablanca. We will visit the Hassan II Mosque. It’s a huge mosque by the Atlantic. This trip shows Morocco’s beauty and culture. We will end at the airport.
Included & Excluded
Included
- 8 Days / 7 Nights
- 7 Breakfasts
- 3 Dinners
- Hand-Picked Private car English or spanish-Speaking Driver
- Authentic Quality Riads
- Berber Tents in the Desert
- Professional Guides in Major Cities
- Camel trekking in the Sahara desert
Excluded
- Tickets
- Flight
- Lunch
- Drinks
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- day 1 : marrakech to dades
- day 2 : dades to merzouga
- day 3 : full day in merzouga
- day 4 : merzouga to fes
- day 5 : full day in fes
- day 6 :fes to chefchaoune
- day 7 :chafchaouen to casablanca
- day 8 : airport in casablanca