8 days tour from Casablanca to Marrakech
Casablanca to Marrakech, 8 days in Morocco itinerary
Over Morocco Tous, offer 8 days in Morocco itinerary via Merzouga desert for a camel ride and camping. Note you can book this tour from Marrakech, Fes, and Marrakech, here.
8 days in Morocco tour from Casablanca to overview:
Over Morocco Tours, has a customized 8-day in Morocco itinerary from Casablanca. Join us on this beautiful journey and discover Morocco in the best way! to visit the most visited and the best attractions.
We will take you to explore Morocco for 8 days Morocco. Therefore, we will take you to discover Marrakech city, Ait Ben Haddou, and Gorges Todgha. Also, we will visit the Merzouga desert for camel trekking and Camping. Moreover, you will not only discover the cultural city of Fes but you will see the capital Rabat too. Eventually, we will end up driving back to Casablanca via Chefchaouen the blue pearl of Morocco where tourists find drugs easily. Then, the capital of Morocco where will visit Hassan’s tower.
Tour info:
- Departure Location: Casablanca
- Return Location: CASABLANCA/ AIRPORT
- Departure Time: 8am
- Duration Time : 8 days / 7 nights
8 days in Morocco itinerary includes and excludes:
Includes:
- Pickup & Dropoff service.
- English/Spanish speaking driving.
- Accomandation.
- 4 WD vehicle with fuel.
- Breakfast.
- Dinnar.
- Camel for each in the desert.
Excludes:
- Plane tickets.
- Travel insurance.
- Monuments fees.
- Lunchs/Soft drinks.
- Tips.
highlights for 8 days in Morocco itinerary from Casablanca :
- Fes tanneries.
- Mellah.
- The high atlas mountains.
- Ifrane.
- Ziz valley.
- Camel ridding.
- Camping at Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Visiting the nomads.
- Dades & Todgha gorges.
- Argan oil cooperatives.
Itinerary for 8 days in Morocco from Casablanca:
Day 1: From Casablanca to Marrakech:
On the first day of our 8 days in Morocco from Casablanca. Thus, we will take you to discover the mosque of Hassan II, the only one none Muslims can enter.
Then, we will drive on the highway to Marrakech. Upon arrival, in Marrakech, there is a planet thing to do and to visit. Therefore, we will see Jardin Majorelle a beautiful garden with exotic plants and fountains, and the former home of French artist Jacques Majorelle. Next, we will go ahead to Koutoubia Mosque the largest mosque in Marrakech, known for its impressive minaret, not far from Famaa el Fna square, one of the busiest and most colorful squares in Africa, filled with street performers, food vendors, and snake charmers.
To sum it up, we will take you to explore the Bahia palace, the old Ksar, or Fortress. The 8 days in Morocco end when we take you to your accommodation.
Day 2: Marrakech to Dades:
Today is the second day of our 8 days in Morocco itinerary from Casablanca, which will take us traveling to the beautiful Boumalne Dades passing by many destinations. The journey starts in the morning heading towards Boumalne Dades. On the way, we will pass through Tizi-n-Tichka in the High Atlas Mountains, which is one of the highest mountain passes in Morocco we will have several stops during our drive. For instance, we will stop at a panoramic view where we will enjoy atlas mountain’s fresh air. Then, we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient fortified village with stunning architecture located on the ancient caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech.
Next, we will continue to Ouarzazate, also known as the Hollywood of Morocco because of its numerous film studios. After lunch, the journey continues through the Valley of Roses, where we will have the opportunity to see how rose water and cosmetics are made. Finally, we will spend the first night in a hotel or riad in Boumalne Dades.
Day 3: Dades to Merzouga :
The next morning after breakfast in the hotel/riad, we will head to the Todra Gorge, a narrow canyon with stunning rock formations created by the Todra River. In this latter, we will have time to take a walk through the gorge or try some rock climbing .
Then, we will head to Tinjdad, where we will stop for a traditional shop where you can try on different local clothes so you can fit into the Sahara desert. After lunch, we will continue to Merzouga, passing through Erfoud and Rissani.
Once you arrive in Merzouga, we will ride camels into the Sahara Desert to reach your desert camp. Here, where you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night under the stars in your Berber-style tent. Sahara desert which is gonna be a special day.
Day 4: Merzouga 4x4 jeep tour:
On the fourth day of our 8-day in Morocco tour from Casablanca, Therefore, We will start either from the Hotel or the Camp in Merzouga, why this day is so special because we are going to discover the desert surroundings, firstly we will see the Sahara museum, owned by Qatar man. Moreover, it is famed for old cars. secondly, we will visit a Berber village which is called “Khamlia” it is a small village at the edge of the desert where most of its people immigrated from the south and middle of Africa like “chad” and” Nigeria” you are going to taste their mint tea and enjoy their traditional music which called “Gnaoua”.
After you get to know the story we are going to a beautiful place near the Algeria borders, where we will travel to the 19 century to see two villages of French people while the French occupation.
thirdly your driver will pick you up again to discover the nomad’s life. you will see so many tents which are considered their home town, furthermore, you will see how the transportation and their simple way to make fresh food also their handcrafts stuff. to sum it up you will cross the dunes of the Merzouga desert back to your hotel where you will relax and spend your night.
Day 5: Merzouga to Fes:
The fifth day of our 8 days in Morocco itinerary from Casablanca. After breakfast, at our luxury camp, we will mount the camels back to the village. To begin with, traveling to Fes, through Midelt and the Cedar Forest. You’ll pass through the Middle Atlas Mountains and stop in Ifrane. A charming ski resort, before arriving in Fes in the afternoon. Eventually, we will arrive in the late afternoon at your hotel/riad where you will spend the night.
Day 6: Fes day tour:
Fes is one of the oldest and most fascinating cities in Morocco, known for its beautiful historical sites, traditional crafts, and delicious cuisine. For this reason, we have arranged a full day to discover the main attractions of the city. First, we will visit The Medina of Fes This is the old city of Fes, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the most beautiful and well-preserved medinas in the world.
It is a maze of narrow streets and alleys lined with shops, cafes, and ancient buildings like the Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque and University, which is the oldest university in the world.
Then, we will discover, The leather tanneries These are traditional leather tanneries that date back to the 11th century, where you can see how leather is made using traditional techniques. Finally, we will see The Mellah This is the Jewish quarter of Fes, which has a rich history and culture and is home to several beautiful synagogues.
to sum it up we will pick you back to your hotel/riad to spend the night.
Day 7: Fes to Chefchaouen:
The journey of today starts by leaving Fes to Chechaouen, passing by many beautiful Moroccan countrysides with the Rif Mountain as your backdrop.
Upon arrival at Chechaouen, we will take a walk through the old town which is painted in white and blue colors. It is one of the most picturesque towns in Morocco with beautiful traditional Moroccan houses, narrow alleys, and souks. Other highlights of the Chefchaouen day tour include visiting the Ras El Maa waterfall, which is a picturesque spot for taking photos and enjoying the natural beauty of the region. Tourists can also take a relaxing walk around the nearby countryside and enjoy the views of the Rif Mountains.
The tour usually includes a traditional Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant and free time to shop for traditional handicrafts and souvenirs in the medina. IN the end of the day we will spend the night in a local house or Riad in the beautiful chechaouen.
Day 8: Chefchaouen to Casablanca:
Last day of our 8 days in Morocco, we will continue our journey toward the coastal city of Casablanca. This latter is the largest city in Morocco and it is known for its beautiful architecture, delicious seafood, and vibrant nightlife. Also, it is the economical capital of Morocco.
Firstly, we will pass by Rabat, the capital of Morocco. In this city, there are two main attractions to visit. Les Oudayas Kasbah, and Hassan tower, are intended to be the tallest minaret in the world. After visiting these attractions, we will drive to Casablanca where our itinerary ends.