MOROCCO ITINERARY 5 DAYS
OVERVIEW
Our special Morocco 5 day itinerary is ideal for travelers looking to combine the beautiful imperial cities (Casablanca, Rabat, Meknes, and Marrakech) with their historical monuments, and the old medina of Fes.
This carefully planned adventure will allow you to explore the Sahara desert where you will have a lifetime experience riding the camels over the golden dunes, watch the magnificent Sunset and Sunrise above the Erg Chebbi dunes, and spend a magical night in a Berber camp under a starry sky.
This Morocco itinerary 5 days from Casablanca to Marrakech will allow you to discover the hidden gems of Fes, and spend more time in the Erg Chebbi to discover the Merzouga area. Moreover, you will visit the traditional Weekly market of Rissani, the stunning Todra Gorge & Dades Valley, Taourirt Kasbah, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ksar Ait Benhaddou before you arrive at Marrakech.
DURATION: 5 DAYS/ 4 NIGHTS
START: CASABLANCA
END: MARRAKECH
ACCOMMODATION: CHECK IT BELLOW
TOUR STYLE: PRIVATE
PRICE: CHECK IT BELLOW
Highlights of the Morocco Itinerary 5 days
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Visit the magnificent Udayas Kasbah, and Hassan Tower in Rabat
- Explore the storied alleyways of Fes Medina
- Drive through the stunning Middle Atlas Mountains
- Have the chance to see Barbary macaques in the Cedar Forest
- Get to ride a camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Watch the Sunset & Sunrise over the Sahara desert
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou
- Pass through the majestic High Atlas Mountains
Why a private Morocco 5 day itinerary?
The private Morocco 5-day itinerary from Casablanca to Marrakech via Rabat, Fes, and Sahara, is a great choice for travelers seeking a personalized and immersive experience.
This Morocco itinerary 5 days allows for flexibility and customization to suit individual preferences and interests. You can spend more time in places that interest you, and skip over those that might not be of particular interest.
Moreover, this private tour offers the opportunity to delve deep into the rich culture of Morocco. In Fes, you will explore the storied alleyways of Fes Medina with a knowledgeable guide, and discover the hidden gems and local traditions.
The Sahara experience becomes truly magical as travelers venture into the beauty of the desert dunes on a private camel trek. In addition, spend a magical night under a starry sky in a private desert camp in the heart of Erg Chebbi.
Overall, this Morocco 5 day itinerary serves as a gateway to discover Morocco’s rich history, ensuring an unforgettable journey through Morocco.
5 day Morocco itinerary
Program Itinerary of The 5 Days Desert Tour From Casablanca to Marrakech:
Day 1: Casablanca – Volubilis – Meknes – Fes
Start your Morocco 5 days itinerary with a warm welcome from your accommodation. Our driver/guide will be there to escort you.
We will head toward the Hassan II Mosque for a quick visit, then drive to Rabat, the capital of Morocco. We will explore this enchanting city’s rich history and architectural wonders, including the Hassan Tower and the beautiful Kasbah of the Udayas.
After that, we will drive towards Meknes, the Ismaili Capital, and one of the imperial cities in Morocco. In which we visit Bab Al Mansour, Sahrij Souani Basin, and Moulay Ismail Mausoleum. Thereafter, we drive around 30 km to visit the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis.
It is well preserved, as it is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, here, you will see the most important archaeological site and attractive mosaic in Morocco dating back to the 3rd century. Then we head to Fes. Overnight stay in a Hotel/Riad.
Day 2: Fes Sightseeing
After a Moroccan breakfast in your Riad/Hotel, your local guide will meet you to explore Fes, ”the oldest City of Morocco”.
You will begin by the famous gate of the Royal Palace. After that, you will have the opportunity to walk through the Jewish quarter ”the Mellah”, and then visit most of the sites of cultural and historical interest, including the famous Al Karaouine Mosque and University (the oldest in the world), and the Madrassa Bouanania. Then head to the Tanneries and the Najjarine fountain.
After lunch in a local restaurant, you will drive outside the Medina to enjoy a panoramic view of the Medina and the city of Fes. In the afternoon you will drive back to your Riad.
Day 3: Fes – Ifrane – Michlifn – Errachidia – Ziz valley – Merzouga Erg Chebbi desert
On the 3rd day of our 5 day Morocco itinerary, we drive south towards the Merzouga desert through the Middle Atlas and the cedar woods of Azrou.
The first stop will be in the Moroccan Switzerland «Ifrane», a charming ski resort. This small city is famous for its snow and the alpine-style architecture houses. After that, we continue towards the largest cedar forest, to get the chance to see the Barbary macaques to take pictures and feel free to feed them.
Later, we continue to Midelt and Rich, where we will have free time for lunch. Then we continue our journey to Merzouga through the Tizi-n-Talghamt pass, and along the spectacular Ziz Valley with stops for panoramic views.
In the afternoon, we will reach the Sahara desert of Merzouga, where you switch to camels, and cross the Erg Chebbi sandy desert. During the trek, we will stop to enjoy the Sunset from a high dune and do Sandboarding (Optional).
Finally, you will continue to the desert camp to enjoy the Berber drums music around the campfire, you will even have the opportunity to learn how to play the drums yourself and enjoy the starry sky. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
Day 4: Merzouga - Rissani - Todra Gorge - Dades Valley
Today, waking up early is highly recommended to contemplate the magnificent Sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Free time for breakfast, then you return to Merzouga where your driver awaits, (You can choose to ride a camel or join a 4×4).
Then we leave the Merzouga desert towards Dades Gorges via Rissani town, the ancient capital of Tafilalet. We will visit the traditional market (the market days are: Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday).
After a stroll in Rissani souk (market), we continue to Erfoud and Tinejdad palm groves, to reach the breathtaking Todra River where you can admire the picturesque views.
As we continue towards Dades Gorge, through Boumalne Dades. we will stop at the incredible rock formations resembling ‘Monkey fingers’. Enjoy the scenic drive along the Dades Valley before reaching your Riad for the night. Dinner and overnight are included.
Day 5: Dades Gorge - ouarzazate - Atlass Mountains - Marrakech
On the final day of our 5-day Morocco itinerary, we will start driving towards Ouarzazate via Kalaa M’gouna, to visit the Rose Valley (a Rose festival held annually in May).
We then continue through the road of thousands of kasbahs passing by Skoura palm grove until we arrive at Ouarzazate named ”Hollywood of Africa“ after a visit to Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas studio (Optional).
Once we have explored Ouarzazate, we will head to Ait Ben Hddou. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and many films/TV series have been shot here such as The Kingdom of Heaven, Babel, Gladiator, Game of Thrones… etc.
We continue crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi-n Tichka and many Berber villages nearby. Finally, in the late afternoon, we will reach Marrakech and drop you off at your accommodation or airport. End of the Morocco 5 day itinerary.
Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour
inclusive:
Pick up & Drop off at your accommodation
AC modern vehicle 4x4, van or a minibus
English speaking driver, or a driver with a tour guide
A professional local guide to help you explore the vibrant city of Fes
Private luxury tent in Sahara
Accommodation for 4 nights with breakfast included
Sandboarding
Camel trekking per person
exclusive
Lunches
Drinks
Tips ( optional)
Accommodations:
During the booking of the ”Morocco 5 Days Itinerary” with Desert Morocco Tours.
We want to highlight that we prioritize our clients’ preferences and choices. You have the freedom to tailor your Morocco 5 days itinerary according to your desires. Whether you wish to select your own accommodations, ensuring personalized comfort and style, or prefer to mix and match between our handpicked options, we are dedicated to accommodating your needs.
Our goal is to create a truly bespoke and unforgettable experience that aligns perfectly with your travel preferences and dreams. Feel free to let us know your preferences, and we’ll be delighted to curate the perfect itinerary for you.
Here are some options to help you decide:
First Option:
1. First night: RIAD TAHRA, RIAD SARA
2. Second night: RIAD DAR HASSAN
3. Third night:JANNAT LUXURY CAMP , IDEAL DESERT CAMP
4. Fourth night: RIAD GABSI DADES, RIAD BABYLON DADES
Second Option:
1. First night: PALAIS HOUYAM
2. Second night: RIAD SERAI
3. Third night: CARAVANSERAI LUXURY DESERT CAMP
4. Fourth night: KSAR SULTAN DADES HOTEL XALUCA DADES
MOROCCO 5 DAYS ITINERARY PRICE:
The rate of the private Morocco itinerary 5 days depends of the number of travelers in your group, and the category of your accommodation you would like to stay in.
Feel free to contact us to get the price of your group.
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Who we are?
DESERT MOROCCO TOURS is a small local Berber family business, an independent and professional Morocco tour company that is 100% run and managed by local Berber People with an extensive amount of knowledge of this charming and unique African country offering the most adventurous Morocco Desert Tour and Day Trips all over the authentic kingdom.
Why book with us?
We provide Morocco Sahara Desert activities and adventure tours programmed by locals and guided by native, experienced, and friendly guides including Merzouga Camel Trekking and overnight stay at Berber Camp or go for several days to feel the magic of the Sahara Desert and have a lifetime experience that will last forever.
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