5-Day Moroccan tour from Casablanca

5-Day Moroccan Tour From Casablanca Overview

Embark on a captivating 5-day Moroccan tour departing from the bustling city of Casablanca. This carefully crafted tour takes you through a whirlwind of experiences, from exploring historic cities to delving into the Sahara Desert's mystique. Discover Morocco's cultural richness, natural beauty, and architectural marvels on this unforgettable journey.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Casablanca

Your 5-day moroccan tour begins with a warm welcome in Casablanca, the economic heart and largest city in Morocco. We'll start by visiting the grand Hassan II Mosque, perched on a promontory overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. You'll have free time for lunch and then explore the city, including a visit to the picturesque Corniche of Casablanca. Your first night will be spent in a comfortable hotel.

Day 2: Casablanca - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes

After breakfast, we depart from Casablanca to visit the well-preserved Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site adorned with exquisite mosaics, ancient pillars, and archways.

We continue our journey to Meknes, an imperial city where we explore notable landmarks such as Bab Al-Mansour, Sahrij Souani basin, the Royal stables, the granary, and the Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Our day concludes with an arrival in the cultural city of Fes, where you'll spend the night in a Riad.

Day 3: Fes - Ifrane - Cedars Forest - Midelt - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Sahara

Following breakfast, we head south through scenic Imouzzer to visit Ifrane, known as the "Switzerland of Morocco" due to its low temperatures and alpine-style architecture. Next, we journey to the cedars forest, home to the Barbary macaques, offering you the chance to feed these charming creatures. We proceed to Midelt for a lunch break and continue our drive through the Tizi-n-Tilghmt pass, providing panoramic views of the Ziz Valley. Our day culminates with an arrival in Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Here, you'll switch to camels for a unique ride into the desert. Witness a mesmerizing Sahara sunset from atop a high dune before reaching our luxury desert camp. The evening is filled with Berber drums music, campfire dances, and stargazing. You'll dine and spend the night in this captivating desert setting.

Day 4: Merzouga Sahara - Rissani - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Valley

An early morning wakeup call allows you to witness the breathtaking Sahara sunrise. After breakfast, you'll return on camels to Merzouga, where your driver awaits. We'll visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, still a major trading center in the region. Explore the lively Rissani souk before continuing to Erfoud, where you'll have the opportunity to visit a workshop showcasing fossilized marble. Our journey then takes us through Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves, leading to the stunning Todra Gorges. These majestic canyons, carved by the Todra River, are a paradise for rock climbers and offer a picturesque setting for exploration. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, followed by a drive to the Dades Valley via Boumalne Dades. Along the way, we'll make stops to admire the "monkey fingers" rock formation and soak in panoramic views of the Dades Valley. You'll spend the night in a hotel amidst this enchanting valley.

Day 5: Dades Valley - Ouarzazate - Ait Ben Haddou - High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech

On the final day of our adventure, we continue to Kalaa Magouna to visit the fragrant Rose Valley, known for its annual Rose Festival in May. Here, locals showcase their rose products. Our journey then leads us through the palm groves of Skoura en route to Ouarzazate, where you'll explore film studios where famous movies were filmed. We proceed to the iconic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Kasbah has graced the screens of numerous films and TV series, including "Game of Thrones."

Afterward, we drive through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the High Atlas Mountains, making stops for lunch and picturesque photo opportunities. Finally, we reach Marrakech, where you'll be transferred to the airport or your accommodation, marking the end of your 5-day Morocco adventure.