Day 1 · Arrive≈240 km · about 3 hrs driving
Casablanca → Marrakech
Group pickup in Casablanca with a short stop at the Hassan II Mosque, then on to Marrakech for the evening — free time to explore Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Group Tour · 7 Days
7-Day Morocco Highlights Group Tour
- Casablanca
- Marrakech
- Sahara Desert
- Fes
- Chefchaouen
Duration7 days
RouteCasablanca → Fes
GroupMax 16 travelers
DepartsDeparts every Sunday
From€584
Trip Overview
Morocco's greatest hits, one shared loop
Our signature route covers everything first-time visitors want to see — imperial cities, the High Atlas, a night in the Sahara, and the blue-washed lanes of Chefchaouen — split across a full week and shared with a small group of fellow travelers.
Because the vehicle, guide, and most accommodation are shared, this loop covers far more ground per euro than booking each leg privately.
Casablanca to Fes≈1,065 km totalMax 16 travelersDeparts every Sunday
Day by Day
The journey, day by day
Day 2 · Marrakech
Marrakech city exploration
Guided walk through the medina, souks, Bahia Palace, and Majorelle Garden. Evening free to explore the food stalls of Jemaa el-Fnaa with the group.
Day 3 · Atlas≈210 km · about 3.5 hrs driving
Marrakech → Dades Valley via the High Atlas
Cross the Tizi n'Tichka pass, stop at the Ait Benhaddou kasbah, and continue through the Valley of Roses to the Dades Valley.
Day 4 · Desert≈235 km total · about 4.5 hrs driving
Dades Valley → Merzouga Sahara camp
Morning at the Dades Gorge, then across the Todra Gorge (≈55 km/1 hr) to Merzouga (≈180 km/3.5 hrs). Camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes for a night at the shared desert camp.
Day 5 · Transfer≈470 km · about 7.5 hrs driving
Merzouga → Fes via the Ziz Valley
Sunrise over the dunes, then a scenic drive north through the Ziz Valley and Middle Atlas cedar forests, arriving in Fes by evening.
Day 6 · FesOptional add-on: ≈400 km round trip · about 7 hrs driving
Fes medina and Chefchaouen day trip
Morning guided walk through the Fes el-Bali medina and tanneries, then an optional day trip to the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen (≈200 km/3.5 hrs each way).
Day 7 · Depart
Departure from Fes
Free morning before your group transfer to Fes airport or train station. Trip ends.
Where You'll Stay
Accommodation on this route
Six nights, shared throughout. Expect the same style and price bracket as these real budget properties in each location.
Night 1 · Marrakech
A medina riad in the same bracket as Riad Jennah Rouge or Riad les Oliviers — dorm beds from around €15, walking distance to Jemaa el-Fnaa.
Night 2 · Dades Gorges
Luxury Dades Riad or Auberge Tissadrin, half board (HB) — a kasbah-style riad with mudbrick rooms and gorge-view terraces, dinner included.
Night 3 · Merzouga desert camp
Ideal Desert Camp, half board (HB) — dorm tents, shared bathrooms, dinner and breakfast included, campfire music.
Nights 4–5 · Fes
A budget medina hostel comparable to Moroccan Dream Hostel or Riad Verus — traditional courtyard house, shared or twin rooms.
Optional add-on · Chefchaouen
If you take the Chefchaouen day trip, it's a day visit — no extra night needed, so you stay in Fes throughout.
Private upgrade
Private rooms are available on every night as a paid upgrade — let us know at booking, subject to availability.
What's included
- Shared transport in an air-conditioned minivan
- English/Spanish/French-speaking driver-guide throughout
- 6 nights' accommodation (shared twin/dorm rooms)
- Camel trek and 1 night at the desert camp
- Guided walking tours in Marrakech and Fes
- Breakfast daily and 4 dinners
Not included
- Flights and travel insurance
- Chefchaouen day-trip entrance fees (optional add-on)
- Lunches and remaining dinners
- Tips for driver and guide
- Private rooms (available on request, extra cost)
Good to Know
One loop, all the highlights
Groups are capped at 16 travelers. Departures run every Sunday year-round — book early for October–April, our busiest season.
Prefer to start in Marrakech instead of Casablanca, or need a different end city? Ask us — we can often adjust the pickup/drop-off point.
Booking terms: Send an enquiry first; we confirm the departure, final price, and payment instructions by email. No payment is taken through this website.
FAQs
7-Day Highlights Tour Questions
Can I join or leave the trip partway through?
Yes, within reason — let us know at booking if you'd like to join in Marrakech instead of Casablanca, or finish elsewhere. Pricing may be adjusted accordingly.
Is the Chefchaouen day trip mandatory?
No — it's offered as an optional add-on for travelers who want to see the blue city. Those who skip it have a free day in Fes instead.
How much walking is involved?
Guided city walks in Marrakech and Fes cover a few kilometers over uneven medina streets. The camel trek is a gentle, non-strenuous ride.
Is accommodation shared for all 6 nights?
Yes, the €584 price is based on shared twin/dorm rooms throughout. A private room upgrade is available on request, subject to availability.
What's the group size like on this route?
Groups typically run 8–16 travelers — a mix of solo travelers, couples, and friends, mostly in their 20s–40s.
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