From Casablanca to the Merzouga Dunes – 5 Days of Discovery

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Highlights

• Discover Marrakech and the spectacular landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains.
• Visit Aït Ben Haddou, the Valley of Roses and the impressive Dades Gorges.
• Explore the Todra Gorges, Erfoud and the spectacular landscapes of southeastern Morocco.
• Experience the Sahara in Merzouga with a camel ride, sunset over Erg Chebbi and an overnight stay in a desert camp.

Detailed itinerary

1. Day 1: Casablanca – Marrakech

2. 08:00

   Departure from Casablanca

   Depart from your hotel or accommodation in Casablanca and travel towards Marrakech.

3. Arrival in Marrakech

   Begin your first discovery of the Red City and experience its unique atmosphere.

4. Bahia Palace

   Visit one of Marrakech's most remarkable historic monuments and admire its traditional architecture, gardens and intricate decorations.

5. Lunch

   Enjoy a lunch break at a Moroccan restaurant.

6. Marrakech Medina

   Explore the narrow streets of the historic Medina, traditional souks and local artisan workshops.

7. Koutoubia Mosque

   Discover the exterior of one of Marrakech's most iconic landmarks.

8. Jemaa el-Fna Square

   Experience the lively atmosphere of the famous square in the heart of the Medina.

9. Hotel Check-in

   Check in to your accommodation and enjoy some free time.

10. Overnight in Marrakech

    Overnight at a hotel or riad.

11. Day 2: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Aït Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades

12. Breakfast

    Breakfast at your hotel before setting off towards the High Atlas Mountains.

13. Departure from Marrakech

    Travel towards the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the spectacular landscapes of the High Atlas.

14. Tizi n’Tichka Pass

    Stop to admire panoramic views of the mountains, valleys and traditional Berber villages.

15. Road to Telouet

    Continue through the mountainous landscapes along the historic caravan route.

16. Telouet Kasbah

    Discover this historic kasbah located in the heart of the High Atlas and learn about its importance along the old caravan routes.

17. Lunch

    Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

18. Aït Ben Haddou

    Visit the famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed ksar and explore its narrow streets and traditional earthen buildings.

19. Road to Ouarzazate

    Continue through the changing landscapes of southern Morocco.

20. Ouarzazate

    Pass through Ouarzazate, often known as the gateway to the desert.

21. Road to Dades

    Continue towards the Valley of Roses and the Dades Valley.

22. Check-in in Dades

    Arrive at your hotel or guesthouse.

23. Overnight in Dades

    Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night in the valley.

24. Day 3: Dades – Valley of Roses – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga

25. Breakfast

    Breakfast at your accommodation before continuing towards the Sahara.

26. Dades Gorges

    Discover the dramatic landscapes, cliffs and natural rock formations of the Dades Valley.

27. Valley of Roses

    Travel through the villages and agricultural landscapes of the famous Valley of Roses.

28. Road to Tinghir

    Continue towards the oasis town of Tinghir through the spectacular landscapes of southeastern Morocco.

29. Todra Gorges

    Explore the impressive Todra Gorges and enjoy a short walk through the narrow valley surrounded by towering cliffs.

30. Lunch

    Lunch break at a local restaurant.

31. Road to Erfoud

    Travel through increasingly arid landscapes towards Erfoud, famous for its fossils and dates.

32. Erfoud

    Take some time to discover the town and, depending on the schedule, visit a local fossil workshop.

33. Road to Merzouga

    Continue towards the first dunes of the Erg Chebbi desert.

34. Merzouga – Camel Ride

    Begin your camel ride across the golden dunes towards your desert camp.

35. Sunset over Erg Chebbi

    Stop among the dunes to admire the spectacular colors of the sunset over the Sahara.

36. Arrival at the Desert Camp

    Settle into your tents and relax with a traditional Moroccan mint tea.

37. Saharan Evening

    Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner around the campfire accompanied by Berber music under the stars.

38. Overnight at the Desert Camp

    Spend the night in a desert camp in the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes.

39. Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate

40. Sunrise over Erg Chebbi

    Wake up early to admire the first rays of sunlight illuminating the golden Sahara dunes.

41. Breakfast at the Desert Camp

    Enjoy a traditional breakfast before gradually leaving the desert.

42. Return to Merzouga

    Travel back from the desert camp to Merzouga.

43. Departure towards Rissani

    Continue towards Rissani, an ancient caravan town in southern Morocco.

44. Rissani

    Discover the atmosphere of the town and, depending on the day, explore its famous traditional souk.

45. Road to the Draa Valley

    Continue through the desert landscapes towards N’Kob and the Draa Valley.

46. Lunch

    Lunch break at a local restaurant.

47. Draa Valley

    Discover the vast palm groves, traditional kasbahs and villages lining this historic caravan route.

48. Agdz

    Pass through Agdz, a small oasis town located along the historic route between the Sahara and Ouarzazate.

49. Road to Ouarzazate

    Continue through the landscapes of the Anti-Atlas towards Ouarzazate.

50. Hotel Check-in

    Arrive and check in to your accommodation.

51. Overnight in Ouarzazate

    Overnight at a hotel or riad.

52. Day 5: Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech – Casablanca

53. Breakfast

    Breakfast at your hotel before departure.

54. Taourirt Kasbah

    Discover the exterior of one of Ouarzazate's most iconic kasbahs.

55. Departure towards Marrakech

    Travel back towards the High Atlas along the Tizi n’Tichka route.

56. High Atlas Mountains

    Enjoy spectacular mountain scenery and traditional Berber villages along the way.

57. Lunch

    Lunch break along the route.

58. Arrival in Marrakech

    Pass through Marrakech before continuing towards Casablanca.

59. Departure towards Casablanca

    Continue your journey towards Casablanca.

60. Break

    Short stop along the way to relax and stretch your legs.

61. Arrival in Casablanca

    End of your 5 days journey after discovering Marrakech, the High Atlas Mountains, the valleys of southern Morocco and the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Note: The itinerary can be modified according to your preferences.