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Private 5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech Tour | through Sahara Desert
Our 5 days Casablanca to Marrakech tour covers Fes, the Erg Chebbi dunes, and the kasbah trail before ending in Marrakech. Private, one-way, no groups.
About This Tour
5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech Tour: Overview
This 5 days Casablanca to Marrakech itinerary is for travelers who want the Sahara and imperial cities without the extra time a round-trip tour takes. The trip finishes up in Marrakech, instead of looping back to Casablanca, so no money is wasted on the same road twice.
This is a one way tour Casablanca to Marrakech in 5 days and is best suited for travelers continuing on from Marrakech rather than flying back out of Casablanca.
From Casablanca, the route takes you to Rabat, Meknes, Volubilis and Fes, then south over the Middle Atlas to Merzouga for a camel trek and a night under the stars in Erg Chebbi.
From there it passes through Rissani, the Todra Gorges and the Dades Valley, before crossing the High Atlas via Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou to finish in Marrakech. Many travelers say this is the best 5 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech because it doesn’t cut out the desert to save time.
If you have been comparing this 5 days Casablanca to Marrakech private tour with a longer round-trip option, this itinerary is the one made for travelers with a tighter schedule or anyone who would rather continue on from Marrakech than head back to Casablanca at the end of their trip. Every stop, meal break and overnight, a 5 day private trip Casablanca to Marrakech with driver. Can also be adjusted to your pace.
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5 Day Casablanca to Marrakech Highlights
Here’s why this 5-day Casablanca desert tour ending in Marrakech is so memorable:
- Hassan II Mosque – tour one of the largest mosques on the planet, situated on the Atlantic coast in Casablanca.
- Rabat — a short city tour taking in the Kasbah of the Udayas and the Hassan Tower.
- Fes - full day in Morocco’s oldest imperial city, including the Royal Palace, the old Jewish quarter, Al Qarawiyyin University and the historic tanneries.
- Ifrane — known as "Little Switzerland" for its alpine-style architecture and cool mountain climate.
- Erg Chebbi Dunes – take a camel ride into the Sahara at sunset, and spend a night under the stars in a desert camp.
- Todra Gorges – Walk through the tallest and narrowest canyon in Morocco with cliffs up to 300 meters high.
- Dades Valley — see the rock formations locals call "monkey toes."
- Ouarzazate – see the film studios and kasbah of the 'Hollywood of Africa'.
- Ait Benhaddou — Morocco's largest kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Marrakech – end of the crossing of the High Atlas, arrival in the Red City, ready to continue your journey or visit the medina.
5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech Itinerary
Day 1: Casablanca – Rabat – Meknes – Volubilis – Fez
Your driver picks you up from your hotel or airport in Casablanca and the tour begins with a visit to the Hassan II Mosque, right on the Atlantic coast.
From here the route continues to Rabat for a short city tour, to see the Kasbah of the Udayas and the Hassan Tower. The day continues through Meknes and the Roman ruins of Volubilis before ending in Fès.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Fes (breakfast included)
Day 2: Sightseeing in Fes
We begin the day with a visit to the oldest city of Morocco, wandering through its alleys and narrow streets. Our tour begins at the entrance to the Royal Palace, before moving on to the Jewish quarter, the first Mellah to be established in Morocco in the 16th century. We will ensure that you visit all the cultural and historical sites including the prestigious Al Qaraouine University. the oldest in the area.
We will see Tanneries and the mausoleum of Moulay Idriss. After lunch, you will visit many cooperatives and enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Medina of Fes before retiring for the night at your Riad.
Overnight: Riad or hotel in Fes (breakfast included)
Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Cedar Forest – Sahara Desert
The route goes through forest, mountain villages and Berber settlements across the Middle Atlas Mountains. We break the drive with a stop in Ifrane, known as “Little Switzerland,” and mountain roads along the Ziz River, kasbahs and palm groves on the way to Erg Chebbi.
Arrival by camel into the dunes to watch the sunset before reaching the desert camp for the night. Dinner and traditional drumming around the fire under the stars.
This is the highlight of the trip for anyone booking a 5 day desert tour from Casablanca to Marrakech with a camel ride as this is the only night in the Sahara on this route. Travelers who book this private 5 day Casablanca Sahara tour to Marrakech will have the camel trek and campsite all to themselves with no other groups sharing the route.
Overnight: Desert camp in Merzouga (dinner and breakfast included)
Day 4: Sahara Desert – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Valley
The early start is worth it for the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast you ride the camel back to the hotel, then head to Rissani, a former stop on trans-Saharan trade routes. The road goes on via Tinghir towards the Todra Gorges, a spectacular limestone canyon with cliffs of 300 meters, and continues to the Dades Valley for the “monkey toes” rock formations.
Overnight: Hotel in Dades Valley (dinner and breakfast included)
Day 5: Dades Valley – Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Our private tour continues with a drive towards Kalaat Mgouna and Ouarzazate, known as “African Hollywood”. Here we can visit local film studio and Kasbah (fortress). Then we will go to Ait Ben Haddou, to visit the local Kasbah, the biggest Kasbah of Morocco and UNESCO world heritage. We will continue over the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakesh where we will drop you at your accommodation. End of our 5 days Casablanca to Marrakech private tour.
Arrival in Marrakech · Evening Drop-Of
Note: 5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech Sahara Desert Tour
This 5 days Casablanca to Marrakech Desert trip is private with a driver-guide — no fixed groups, no shared schedule. The itinerary can be customized to your own pace, travel dates and budget. Prices are quoted as a custom quote based on group size, season and level of accommodation.
We can help you with airport transportation and departure arrangements for a stress-free trip in addition to this Casablanca Desert Tour to Marrakech. We can set up day trips from Marrakech to fantastic locations like the Ourika Valley, the Ouzoud Waterfalls, or the seaside town of Essaouira if you want to go even farther.
What's Included & Excluded in This 5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech Tour
For travelers checking what’s included in a 5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech before booking, here’s the full breakdown:
Included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodations
- 4 nights' accommodation (2 nights Fes riad, desert camp, Dades Valley hotel)
- Breakfast every day, dinner at most overnight stops
- Comfortable air-conditioned 4×4 or minivan
- Camel ride in Merzouga
- One night in a Sahara desert camp
- Sandboarding on the dunes (free, optional)
- Berber campfire music evening
- English or Spanish-speaking driver
- Bottle of water
- Fuel and road tolls for the entire route
Included
- Entry fees to monuments and sites
- Drinks and personal beverages
- Lunches during the tour
- Dinners not noted as included
- Optional desert activities (quad, buggy)
5 Days Sahara Desert Tour Casablanca to Marrakech Route Map
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FAQ: 5 Days Casablanca to Marrakech
Here are the most common questions travelers ask before booking our 5 days from Casablanca Desert Tour to Marrakech.
Is this a private tour, or will I be with other tourists?
This is a 100% private tour. The car, driver and timetable are for your group only. You will have a private hotel room for a couple, family or friends and a private tent in the SHARA DESERT with bathroom and shower
Does this tour include a night in the Sahara desert?
Yes. Day 3: Camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, overnight in a desert camp with dinner and Berber music around the campfire. And enjoy the stars in the sky also.
In the Sahara Desert, is it required that I ride a camel?
No problem. If you would like to skip this part, we can arrange a 4×4 transfer to the desert camp for free or organize other extra activities such as quad biking or buggy rides. Please let us know your preference when you book with us.
Is it possible to start the tour from a different city?
The itinerary is planned to start in Casablanca and finish in Marrakech. All our tours are starting from different places, if you want to start your tour from another place like Marrakesh, Fes, Tanger or Agadir, please contact us and we will organize an alternative itinerary according to your travel plans.
What is the best time of year for this tour?
The desert is most pleasant in the spring and autumn months. Summer in the Sahara can be very hot, but desert camp winter nights are cold so warm layers are recommended no matter what season.
How do I book this 5 day Casablanca to Marrakech tour?
Just send us your travel dates and group size. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours to confirm availability and details. A small deposit will secure your booking.
What accommodation is included in this tour?
Riads or hotels are included for every night on the route, plus one night in a desert camp in Merzouga, with breakfast included daily and dinner at most overnight stops, such as the Sahara Desert and Dades Valley.
Can I extend this tour to more days?
Yes. This itinerary can be extended to our 8-day Casablanca desert tour or modified with additional time in Fes, the desert, or Marrakech.
Is this tour family-friendly?
Yes. The speed can be adapted to families and private car gives the possibility to add or shorten stops as required.