4 DAYS MOROCCO TOUR FROM CASABLANCA
4 Days Morocco Tour From Casablanca Overview:
- 4 Days/ 3 Nights
- Start in Casablanca
- Ends in Marrakech
Fantastic Morocco Tours inviting you to a very special trip! This 4 day tour is a fantastic way to see many beautiful parts of Morocco without rushing so fast. You will feel the true heart of the country, from the busy big cities to the calm desert dunes. You will meet very friendly people, taste amazing food, and you will make new memories that you keep in your mind for long time. It is a full experience for seeing Morocco’s real life.
We start in Casablanca, the biggest city, and quickly drive to Rabat, the nice capital city. After that, we go to Fes, the oldest city. Here you will see the famous old medina, it is like walking back in history. The next day is a big trip: we cross the lovely Middle Atlas Mountains. We stop to see monkeys in the forest. Then we pass through Ziz Valley, with many palm trees, and go to the big sand dunes of Merzouga desert. Here we will ride camels to the camp and sleep under many many stars.
The tour continues from the desert. We stop in Rissani, which has a traditional market, and see the very high walls of Todra Canyon. We sleep in the nice Dades Gorge area. On the last day, we drive to Ouarzazate, which is famous for movies, and we visit the old Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a very popular place. Then we drive up High Atlas Mountains, a beautiful drive, and we finish the tour in Marrakech. It is a busy tour but we promise it is worth every minute.
Highlights of The 4 Day Desert Tour From Casablanca:
- Seeing the big Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca.
- Visiting Rabat, the capital city of Morocco.
- Walking in the very old, historical streets of Fes Medina.
- Taking pictures with the wild monkeys in the Cedar Forest.
- Riding a camel in the beautiful Merzouga Sahara Desert.
- Sleeping one night under the stars in a quiet desert camp.
- Walking between the tall, narrow walls of Todra Gorge.
- Stopping at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a famous place for movies.
Why Choose Private 4 Days From Casablanca To Marrakech Desert Tour?
If you choose our private tour, you will have a special experience. This tour is only for you and your family or friends, we do not add other people. This means you can stop the car when you want to take a photo of something nice, or you can ask the driver to stop for coffee. You can go at your own pace, slowly or faster. Our driver is also your guide, he speaks good English and knows all the secret spots and the best places to eat good local food. This makes the trip comfortable and truly yours, you can relax and enjoy everything.
Also, we do not force you to go shopping at places you don’t like. Some tours stop only at places where they want to sell you things, but we do not do this. We focus on showing you the real Morocco and having a good time. We think this private way is the best choice for a good holiday. If you have any problem, our friendly team is available to help you quickly.
4 Days Desert Tour From Casablanca To Marrakech Itinerary:
DAY 1: CASABLANCA ⇢ RABAT ⇢ FES
The first day begins when we pick you up from your hotel in Casablanca or from the airport. Casablanca is the business city of Morocco. Our first big visit is the famous Hassan II Mosque. It is a truly huge and very beautiful building that stands by the ocean. It is a masterpiece of Moroccan architecture, you must see it before we drive away.
After seeing the mosque, we drive to Rabat, the capital city. Rabat is much more calm than Casablanca. We will visit the Royal Palace from the outside and see the Hassan Tower. This tower is a very old minaret with many columns around it. We will also visit the Kasbah of the Udayas. It is a historical place with blue and white small streets, nice for walking and taking pictures.
In the afternoon, we continue our journey to Fes, which is one of the four imperial cities and the cultural heart of Morocco. It is a long drive, but we will make stops so you can rest. When we arrive in Fes, we take you to your Riad (a traditional Moroccan house). You will have dinner and spend the night here to rest well for the next exciting day.
DAY 2: FES ⇢ IFRANE ⇢ MIDDLE ATLAS MOUNTAINS ⇢ ZIZ VALLEY ⇢ MERZOUGA DESERT
Today is the day we go to the big desert! We leave Fes after a nice breakfast. We will drive through the high Middle Atlas Mountains. Our first stop in the mountain is Ifrane. People call it the “Switzerland of Morocco” because the houses look like they are in Europe, not Africa. It is a nice stop for coffee.
Next, we drive to the Cedar Forest, near Azrou. This place has beautiful tall trees, and if we are lucky, we will see the wild Barbary Monkeys! They are very funny. We stop here to take some nice photos with the trees and the monkeys. Then we continue to Midelt for lunch. The landscape starts to change here, becoming more dry and rocky as we drive south.
In the afternoon, we go through the Ziz Valley. This valley is amazing because it has millions of palm trees, it looks like a long green river in the dry land. We arrive at Merzouga, the door to the Sahara Desert. Our driver will meet the camels. You will ride your camel for about 1 to 1.5 hours across the Erg Chebbi dunes. You will watch a fantastic sunset over the orange sands. We stay the night in a nice Berber camp, eat dinner, listen to music around the fire, and sleep under so many stars!
DAY 3: MERZOUGA DESERT ⇢ RISSANI ⇢ TODRA CANYON ⇢ DADES GORGE
It is good to wake up early today to see the sunrise in the desert. It is a wonderful view as the sun makes the sand shine gold. After a good breakfast at the camp, you can choose to ride the camel back or take a 4×4 car back to the town of Merzouga. We then drive to Rissani. This town is very important because it has a big, traditional market, called a Souk, that is very famous in this area. If it is a market day (Sunday, Tuesday, or Thursday), we will stop to walk around and see local life.
Next, we drive toward the Todra Gorge. This is a spectacular natural place. The mountains here split, and you can walk between very tall rock walls, up to 300 meters high. It is a nice, cool place for a walk and taking powerful pictures. This area is also popular for rock climbers from all over the world.
In the afternoon, we continue the drive to the Dades Gorge. We will pass through the Dades Valley, which is famous for its beautiful rock formations and small old Kasbahs. We arrive at the Dades Gorges area in the evening. We check in to our comfortable hotel or Riad here, where you will have dinner and rest for the night.
DAY 4: DADES GORGES ⇢ OUARZAZATE ⇢ AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH ⇢ HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS ⇢ MARRAKECH
After breakfast, we start the last big day of driving. We go along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. We pass through Kelaat M’Gouna, which is known for its rose products, especially during the Rose Festival in May. We then go to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Africa.” It is famous because many big movies were filmed here, and we can stop to see the movie studios if you want.
Our main visit today is the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou. This Ksar (fortified village) is on the UNESCO World Heritage list and is a very beautiful example of old earthen architecture. It has been used in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. We spend time here walking through the old buildings and learning about the history. This is one of the top sights on the tour.
Finally, we drive up the very High Atlas Mountains. We cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, which is very high, about 2,260 meters. The views from the top are truly stunning, with Berber villages built on the mountainsides. We will stop for photos and maybe a tea. We arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon or early evening. Our driver will drop you off at your hotel or Riad, and we say goodbye after a fantastic trip.
Tour Includes & Excludes
Includes:
- Private transport with comfortable car and air-conditioning (4x4 or minivan).
- English-speaking and helpful driver/guide for the full 4 days.
- Accommodation for 3 nights: Fes Riad, Desert Camp, and Dades Valley Hotel/Riad.
- Dinner and breakfast included for 2 nights (Desert Camp and Dades Valley).
- Camel ride experience in Merzouga desert (one camel per person).
- Option to go back by 4x4 car instead of camel from the camp.
Excludes:
- Lunches
- Entrance Fees
- Drinks.
- Tips for your driver, guides, or restaurant staff (optional).
4 Days Tour From Casablanca Price:
The price for this private tour is not fixed because it depends on a few things. First, the price changes depending on how many people are in your group, because the cost of the car is the same. Second, it depends on when you decide to travel and the type of accommodation you choose—we offer comfortable Standard options or Luxury options with special camps and hotels. Please contact us with your travel dates and how many people you are, and we will send you the best price offer.
Book or Ask Us Anything!
If you are ready to book this amazing tour, or if you have any questions, please contact us. We are here to help you plan your perfect trip in Morocco and answer all your doubts, big or small. We look forward to seeing you soon!
The Tour Map
Available Tour Options
Luxury Tour Pack
- Luxury Hotels/Riads
- Luxury Desert Camp
- Private Transportation
Mixed Tour Pack
- Standard Hotels/Riads
- Luxury Desert Camp
- Private Transportation
Standard Tour Pack
- Standard Hotels/Riads
- Standard Desert Camp
- Private Transportation
Know Before You Go:
We want your trip to be smooth and easy. Here are some simple pieces of advice for you during the tour:
- Food Requests: If someone in your group has an allergy, or if you are vegetarian or vegan, please tell us when you book the tour. This way, we can make sure the restaurants and accommodations prepare the right food for you.
- Driving Comfort: Be ready for some long driving days, especially Day 2. We use comfortable, modern cars and your driver is a safe driver, but the roads in the mountains take time. Remember to bring a book or some music for the road.
- Desert Temperature: The desert can be very hot when the sun is out, but when night comes, it gets very cold. Please bring layers of clothing—a light shirt for the day and a warm jacket for the evening in the desert camp.
- Small Money: It is useful to have some Moroccan Dirhams (small notes and coins) with you. It is better for buying small things like water bottles or snacks at small stops along the road.
- Taking Photos: Moroccan people are often friendly, but always ask permission before you take a photo of a person, especially women or children. It is the most respectful way to do it.
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour is a private tour only. We do not add other people to your booking. It is just for you and your family or friends, so you have the whole car and guide for yourselves.
The camel ride is usually between 40 minutes to one hour and a half (1.5 hours), depending on which desert camp we use that day. We take a break on the dunes to see the sunset, so it feels relaxing.
We use comfortable, modern vehicles for the tour. It will be a clean SUV (4×4) or a minivan, and both types have air conditioning for your comfort during the drive.
Yes, if you choose the luxury camp option, your tent is private and has its own bathroom with a hot shower and running water inside. For the standard camp, the facilities are usually shared, but still clean.
The most pleasant times to visit Morocco for this desert tour are during the Spring (March, April, May) and the Autumn (September, October, November). The weather is nice and mild in most regions during those months.
When we start the camel trek to the camp, you should only take a small bag with what you need for the night (like warm clothes and a toothbrush). The rest of your big luggage stays safely locked in the car with the driver until you return the next morning.
Yes, you can. The driver will recommend good local restaurants for lunch stops, but you are always free to tell the driver if you see another place you would prefer, or if you want to skip a stop to save time.