Overview
This best 10 days desert tour itinerary from Casablanca is a complete Morocco journey that blends northern charm, imperial history, and the real Sahara experience. You’ll start in Casablanca, then travel north to Rabat and Chefchaouen before discovering the cultural depth of Fes. From there, the route heads south through the Middle Atlas, cedar forests, and the Ziz Valley toward Merzouga, where you’ll ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend a night in a desert camp under the stars. After the desert, you’ll continue through Rissani, Todra Gorge, and the Dades Valley, then follow the famous kasbah route to Ait Ben Haddou before crossing the High Atlas Mountains into Marrakech for guided sightseeing. The tour ends in Casablanca (or can finish in Marrakech if you prefer). It’s ideal for travelers who want a private, well-paced Morocco desert tour with comfort, flexibility, and strong local support.
Tour Highlights
- Visit the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
- Explore Rabat’s historic sites and coastal views
- Walk through Chefchaouen’s blue-painted alleys
- Discover Volubilis Roman ruins (UNESCO site)
- Guided tour of Fes Medina with a local guide
- Scenic drive through Ifrane and the cedar forests
- Camel trek at sunset in Merzouga (Erg Chebbi dunes)
- Overnight in a desert camp (standard or luxury option)
- Visit Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley landscapes
- Explore Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO kasbah)
- Cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Guided sightseeing tour of Marrakech