5 Days Tour from Casablanca
Overview
The 5 days tour from Casablanca is a private journey across Morocco, from the Atlantic coast to the Sahara Desert and the Red City. You see the Hassan II Mosque, the blue streets of Chefchaouen, the imperial city of Fes, the dunes of Merzouga and the kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
This Morocco itinerary 5 days is made for travellers who want to see the best of the country in a short time. Every day brings a new landscape: coastal roads, cedar forests, the Middle Atlas, the desert and the High Atlas Mountains.
You travel with your own driver in a comfortable vehicle, and you sleep in charming places, including a desert camp in the Sahara. This 5 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech is a perfect choice for couples, families and friends.
- Start: Casablanca
- Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
- Tour style: Private tour
- End: Marrakech
- Price: Check below
Highlights of the 5 day Morocco tour:
- See the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and the royal city of Rabat
- Walk through the blue streets of Chefchaouen
- Explore the old medina of Fes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Meet the wild monkeys in the cedar forest near Azrou
- Ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
- Sleep in a desert camp under the stars of the Sahara
- Visit Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley
- Discover the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah and cross the High Atlas to Marrakech
Why choose a private 5 days in Morocco itinerary?
Morocco is big, and the roads between the cities are long. A private 5 days in Morocco itinerary with a local driver lets you cross the country without stress, buses or hotel changes in a hurry.
You start in Casablanca and finish in Marrakech, so you do not need to come back to the same place. The plan uses every day well: the north on days 1 and 2, the Sahara on days 3 and 4, and the High Atlas on day 5.
On the way you visit places listed by UNESCO, such as the Medina of Fes and the Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou.
5 days tour from Casablanca itinerary:
Day 1: Casablanca, Rabat and Chefchaouen
Day 1 of the 5 days tour from Casablanca starts in the morning, when your driver picks you up at your hotel in Casablanca. You see the Hassan II Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world, built on the Atlantic Ocean.
Then you drive north to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. You can see the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Hassan Tower and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. After lunch, the road continues through green hills to Chefchaouen.
In the late afternoon you arrive in the Blue City. You can walk in the blue streets, take photos and enjoy the mountain air.
Driving distance: about 340 km
Driving time: about 6 hours, with stops
Overnight: hotel or riad in Chefchaouen
Day 2: Chefchaouen, Meknes and Fes
After breakfast, you have time for a last walk in Chefchaouen. Then you drive south to Meknes, an imperial city with big gates, old walls and the famous Bab Mansour.
Day 2 of this 5 day Morocco tour continues to Fes, the cultural heart of Morocco. In the afternoon you can start to discover the old medina, with its small streets, workshops and tanneries. A local guide can help you in the maze of Fes el Bali.
Driving distance: about 270 km
Driving time: about 4.5 hours, with stops
Overnight: riad or hotel in Fes
Day 3: Fes, Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt and Merzouga
Day 3 is a long and beautiful driving day. You leave Fes and drive to Ifrane, a small town in the Middle Atlas with a European look. Then you continue to Azrou and the cedar forest, where wild monkeys live and love to take food from your hand.
After Midelt, the landscape becomes dry and wide, and you cross the Ziz Valley. In the late afternoon you arrive in Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
At sunset you ride a camel into the dunes to your desert camp. You enjoy dinner, music and the stars, and you sleep in the Sahara.
Driving distance: about 480 km
Driving time: about 8.5 hours, with stops
Overnight: desert camp in Merzouga
Day 4: Merzouga, Rissani, Todra Gorge and Boumalne Dades
Day 4 of the 5 days tour from Casablanca starts with the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast you return to Merzouga and drive to Rissani, a market town with a long history.
Then you cross the rocky plains to Todra Gorge, where the cliffs are over 200 meters high. You can walk in the gorge and cool your feet in the river. In the evening you arrive in the Dades area near Boumalne Dades, where dinner is served at your guesthouse.
Driving distance: about 300 km
Driving time: about 6 hours, with stops
Overnight: hotel or guesthouse in Boumalne Dades
Day 5: Boumalne Dades, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou and Marrakech
Day 5 is the last day. You leave Boumalne Dades and drive along the Road of the Kasbahs to Ouarzazate, the door of the desert and the home of many film studios.
Then you visit Ait Ben Haddou, a famous kasbah where many movies were filmed. After lunch, you cross the High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi n’Tichka pass, with wide views of the mountains.
In the evening you arrive in Marrakech, where your private tour ends. Your driver drops you at your hotel or at the airport.
Driving distance: about 330 km
Driving time: about 6.5 hours, with stops
Overnight: none
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Inclusive and Exclusive of the 5 days tour from Casablanca
Inclusive:
- Pickup in Casablanca and drop-off in Marrakech on the last day
- Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver (If you prefer another language, kindly inform us in advance)
- Four nights of accommodation with breakfast, plus dinner in the desert camp in Merzouga and in Boumalne Dades
- Camel ride at sunset in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Fuel, tolls and all transportation costs
Exclusive:
- Lunches, other dinners and drinks
- Entrance fees, when needed
- Optional extra activities
- Tips (optional)
Map of the 5 days tour from Casablanca
5 days tour from Casablanca price:
The cost of a perfect 5 days tour from Casablanca is completely customized. Instead of fixed rates, personalized pricing adjusts to the specific party size, travel dates, and choice of standard or luxury lodging. Send an inquiry with the details today, and a custom price quote will be provided within 24 hours to match the budget and travel goals perfectly.
- Contact us with your dates and the number of travellers.
- Choose standard or luxury accommodation for your 5 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech.
Booking
Why travel with Morocco Discover Excursions
At Morocco Discover Excursions, your driver is more than a driver. He is a professional, he knows every road, and he is a friend who shares the real Morocco with you. We also work with friendly local guides in Fes and in the other cities, who tell you the stories behind the walls.
You travel in a clean, modern and comfortable vehicle with air conditioning, and you sleep in charming riads, guesthouses and a desert camp that we choose with care.
We treat every tourist like a family member. We reply fast, we listen to your wishes, and we adjust your 5 days in Morocco itinerary so you feel at home.
Good to Know Before You Go: 5 Days Tour from Casablanca
- Pace: Days 1 to 5 include long drives, from about 4.5 to 8.5 hours with stops. We make many breaks for coffee, lunch and photos.
- Best seasons: Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most comfortable. Summer is very hot in the desert, and winter nights are cold.
- Clothing: Bring light clothes, a warm layer for the desert night and the Atlas, comfortable shoes and a scarf for the sun and sand. Modest clothing is respectful in the medinas.
- Desert night: You ride a camel to the camp and sleep in the Sahara. Please bring a small bag for the night, and leave your big luggage in the vehicle.
- Hotels: You stay in charming riads, guesthouses and a desert camp. Luxury options are available on request.
- Meals: Breakfast is included every day, and dinner is included in the desert camp in Merzouga and in Boumalne Dades. Lunches and other dinners are not included, so you can try local food.
- Money: The Moroccan dirham is the local currency. Cash is useful in the souks, and ATMs are easy to find in the cities.
- Heritage sites: The Medina of Fes and Ait Ben Haddou are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, so you see two of the most important places in Morocco.
- Language: Your driver speaks English. A guide in another language is possible if you tell us in advance.
- Changes: You can add a night, change the camp or add activities. Please contact us for any question about your 5 day Morocco tour.
Extra activities for your 5 days tour from Casablanca
During the tour
- Quad biking in the Merzouga dunes
- Horse riding
After the tour
- Extra day in Essaouira
- Hot air balloon ride in Marrakech
- Hammam and spa in Marrakech
- Extra nights in Marrakech
Reviews
What our guests say
★★★★★
Read what our guests say about the 5 days tour from Casablanca with Morocco Discover Excursions.
From Atlantic Coast to Saharan Stars
★★★★★
Sophie Bennett
Everything about our 5 days tour from Casablanca with Morocco Discover Excursions exceeded our wildest expectations. Seeing the massive Hassan II Mosque before driving through the blue streets of Chefchaouen and Fes set a fantastic tone. Watching wild monkeys in the cedar forest and riding camels into Erg Chebbi at sunset felt like pure magic. I also did an amazing quad adventure in the dunes. Our driver Mustapha was wonderful, the desert camp was luxurious, and ending in Marrakech was effortless.
Chefchaouen, Fes, and an Unforgettable Sahara Adventure!
★★★★★
Jessica Taylor
Our driver Hamid picked us up in Casablanca and took us on an incredible journey toward Marrakech. Along this 5 days tour from Casablanca with Morocco Discover Excursions, we visited Morocco’s best city, blue-washed Chefchaouen, and explored the historical city of Fes. Feeding the monkeys in the cedar forest was so fun, and the desert was an absolutely amazing and unforgettable experience! We highly recommend this perfect trip!
Custom Desert Tour with an Extra Day in Essaouira!
★★★★★
Javier & Elena Ruiz
Starting at the stunning Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca and wandering blue Chefchaouen made our Morocco itinerary 5 days magical. Both camel and horseback riding into our luxury desert camp in the Sahara were unforgettable, followed by exploring the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah before our drop-off in Marrakech. We even added an extra day to coastal Essaouira! Huge thanks to Morocco Discover Excursions for pure perfection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 5 days tour from Casablanca private?
Yes. You travel with your own driver and vehicle, so you can stop for photos, change the timing and enjoy your 5 day Morocco tour at your own pace.
Where does the 5 day tour from Casablanca to Marrakech start and end?
The tour starts in Casablanca on day 1 and ends in Marrakech on day 5, so you can fly in and out of two different cities.
What do we see on the Morocco itinerary 5 days?
You see the Hassan II Mosque, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Meknes, Fes, the Middle Atlas cedar forest, the Merzouga dunes, Todra Gorge, the Dades area, Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou.
How long are the drives on the 5 days in Morocco itinerary?
The drives are between about 4.5 and 8.5 hours with stops. Day 3, from Fes to Merzouga, is the longest.
Do we sleep in the desert?
Yes. On day 3 you ride a camel into the Erg Chebbi dunes and sleep in a desert camp. Luxury camps are available on request.
Can I add extra days or activities?
Yes. You can add quad biking, horse riding, an extra day in Essaouira or extra nights in Marrakech. Contact us and we will adjust your plan.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Have a different Morocco adventure in mind? At Morocco Discover Excursions, we are happy to create a trip that fits your travel style, interests, and schedule. You can add a night in the desert, choose a different desert camp, or add special activities. Please contact us and let’s make your trip truly special!
- moroccodiscoverexcursions@gmail.com