Casablanca round-trip · North, Sahara & coast
Casablanca Desert Tour in 10 Days
The definitive Morocco loop, from Casablanca and back: the north, through Rabat, blue Chefchaouen and the medinas of Fes, then down to the Sahara for a camel ride and a night in the Erg Chebbi, the gorges and kasbahs of the south, the great sights of Marrakech, and a relaxing finish on the Atlantic at Essaouira.
Duration
10 days
Group size
Private
Guide
Licensed
About this tour
Morocco’s highlights in one loop from Casablanca: two days over the blue north through Rabat, Chefchaouen and the medinas of Fes, the caravan roads across the Middle Atlas to a camel ride and a nomad-camp night in the Erg Chebbi, the Todra Gorges and kasbahs of the south, guided Marrakech, and a breezy finish on the Atlantic at Essaouira before the coast road home.
Itinerary: 10 days
Casablanca, Rabat & on to Chefchaouen
The great Hassan II Mosque, then the capital’s Oudaya Kasbah and Hassan Tower before continuing through Ouezzane to Chefchaouen for the night.
Chefchaouen, Volubilis & Fes
Explore blue Chefchaouen, then drive to Fes with a stop at the Roman ruins of Volubilis, overnighting in Fes.
A full day in Fes
With a local guide: the medina of Fes el Bali, Al Qaraouine University and the Jewish quarter, a largely car-free maze where goods move by mule.
Fes to Merzouga
Along the old caravan roads past the Middle Atlas cedar forest and Barbary macaques, lunch in Midelt, then the high plain and the Ziz Valley’s date groves to Merzouga for the night.
Rissani, Khamlia & a desert night
The ancient market of Rissani and a herbal pharmacy, a pizza lunch at Khamlia with Gnaoua music, then a camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi to a nomad camp beneath the stars.
Merzouga, the Todra & the Dades
Wake for the dunes’ sunrise and trek back to the village, then via Rissani to the Todra Gorges, the highest and narrowest in Morocco, before the Dades Valley’s sand castles for the night.
Ait Ben Haddou to Marrakech
Through the Valley of the Roses and the Skoura palm grove and Ouarzazate to the UNESCO kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, then over the Tizi n’Tichka to Marrakech.
Exploring Marrakech
With a local guide: the Koutoubia minaret, the Saadian Tombs, the Bahia Palace and the Ben Youssef School, the medina alleys to Jemaa el-Fna, then the Majorelle Gardens.
Marrakech to Essaouira
Toward the breezy Atlantic, photographing goats in argan trees and visiting a Berber women’s cooperative, then a beachfront lunch and a guided walk around Essaouira.
Essaouira to Casablanca
A relaxed drive up the coast to Casablanca’s international airport, where your ten-day journey comes to a close.
This is a private tour, not a fixed route: days, stops, camp type and direction are all yours to adjust.
What’s included
- Airport pickup & drop-off in Casablanca
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide
- Your own licensed driver-guide
- Local guides for Fes & Marrakech
- Dinner & breakfast and all overnight stays
- Camel ride & a night in the desert camp
Not included
- Lunches & drinks
- International flights
- Entry fees to monuments
Price
On request
Tailored to group size and dates: we’ll send a clear quote within a day.
Duration: 10 days
Group: private, your own guide
Route: Casablanca round-trip
Included: transport, guides, camel ride, camp
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Desert camps & seasons
Two ways to camp and a window of best seasons under this stretch of sky.
Camp type. Choose the authentic Berber camp with traditional tents and mattresses on the sand, or a fixed comfort camp with real beds, private bathrooms and hot showers. Both are within walking distance of the Erg Chebbi dunes and include dinner and breakfast round the fire.
Best seasons. October to April is ideal, with warm days and clear cool nights. Summer is manageable with an early start: we’ll point you to the best dates for your trip.
Help & answers
Common questions
When is the best time to take this tour?
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are ideal, with pleasant conditions across the whole route.
Is the entire route covered in ten days?
Yes, it’s Morocco’s highlights in one loop, from the cities of the north to the Sahara and the coast, returning to Casablanca.
Is the camel ride and desert camp included?
Yes, the camel trek into the Erg Chebbi and a night in a nomad desert camp are both part of the tour.
Is the desert safe to travel in?
Yes, the route is well established and safe; follow your guide’s advice, keep hydrated and respect local customs.
Why book with us
A licensed tour operator with our own guides and drivers, a team that speaks Arabic, French, English, Spanish and German, and 40+ verified reviews. We plan your Moroccan Sahara trip properly, so the only surprises are the good ones.