Casablanca: 6-Day Tour To Marrakech Via Chefchaouen & Desert

Day 1: Casablanca - Rabat - Chefchaouen

Start your journey in Casablanca, where you'll visit the majestic Hassan II Mosque. Afterward, drive to Rabat, Morocco’s capital, and explore its highlights including the Royal Palace, Hassan Tower, and the Kasbah of the Udayas. Continue north through scenic landscapes to Chefchaouen, known for its blue-painted streets and relaxing atmosphere. Spend the night in Chefchaouen and enjoy exploring its charming medina.

Day 2: Chefchaouen - Volubilis - Meknes - Fes
After breakfast, depart Chefchaouen and head to the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis, where you'll explore well-preserved mosaics and historical structures. Continue to Meknes, one of Morocco’s imperial cities, to visit the impressive Bab Mansour gate and the royal stables. Afterward, drive to Fes, where you'll spend the night.

Day 3: Fes Guided Tour
Begin your guided tour of Fes with a visit to the historic Medina, one of the largest car-free urban areas in the world. Explore the Bou Inania Madrasa, an Islamic school known for its intricate architecture, and visit the University of Al Quaraouiyine, the oldest continuously operating university in the world. See the beautiful Nejjarine Fountain, the tanneries, and wander through the souks. Afterward, you can explore the modern part of Fes, visiting the Royal Palace and Mellah (Jewish quarter). End the day with a return to your riad.

Day 4: Fes - Ifrane - Ziz Valley - Merzouga Desert
Depart from Fes and head toward the picturesque town of Ifrane, often referred to as "Little Switzerland" for its alpine architecture. Continue through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing the cedar forests near Azrou. Stop for lunch in Midelt before descending into the Ziz Valley, famous for its lush palm groves and expansive landscapes. Arrive in Merzouga by evening, where you'll embark on a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach your desert camp for a magical night under the stars.

Day 5: Erg Chebbi - Erfoud - Todra Gorges - Dades Gorges
Start your day with a camel ride back to Merzouga, then travel to Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops. Continue towards the stunning Todra Gorges, where you'll explore the towering cliffs of the narrow canyon. After a lunch break, head toward the scenic Dades Gorges, known for its dramatic rock formations and winding roads, where you'll spend the night in a traditional hotel or riad.

Day 6: Dades Gorges - Valley Roses - Ait ben Haddou - Marrakech
Depart from Dades Gorges and journey through the scenic Valley of Roses, famous for its annual rose festival. Continue to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, where you'll explore the ancient kasbah. Afterward, travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, and end your trip in Marrakech with good memories.