Imperial Cities & Desert from Casablanca — 7 Days

Imperial & Sahara

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About This Journey

A comprehensive private journey connecting Morocco’s imperial capitals with the Sahara Desert: start on the Atlantic in Casablanca, explore Rabat and Fes, cross the Middle Atlas to Merzouga, and finish in vibrant Marrakech.

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What's Included In This Package

Private modern air-conditioned vehicle suited to group size

Experienced dedicated English-speaking local Moroccan driver

Carefully selected boutique riads, kasbahs, and desert camp stays

Daily traditional Moroccan breakfasts served in serene courtyards

Selected dinners (including Sahara desert camp and southern valley stays)

Sunset and sunrise camel treks into the Sahara dunes

Licensed official local guides in historic imperial cities

Bottled mineral water in vehicle throughout the journey

24/7 dedicated local concierge support from Mouha Travel

A flexible private itinerary tailored to your group’s pace

What Makes This Journey Special

The ideal itinerary for travelers arriving at Casablanca airport who want to combine imperial history, cedar forests, camel trekking in the golden dunes, and High Atlas kasbahs in one week.

Full Program

7 Days / 6 Nights

Day 01

Casablanca → Hassan II Mosque → Rabat → Fes

Tour the monumental Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, visit Rabat’s Hassan Tower, and continue to Fes for an authentic riad stay.

Day 02

Fes el-Bali Full Day Historical Guided Tour

Discover the world’s oldest university Al-Qarawiyyin, Bou Inania Medersa, Chouara tanneries, and historic ceramic guilds with your licensed guide.

Day 03

Fes → Middle Atlas → Ziz Valley → Merzouga Sahara

Pass alpine Ifrane and the Azrou cedar forests, cross Midelt, and descend the Ziz Canyon to Merzouga for a sunset camel trek to your private desert camp.

Day 04

Merzouga → Erfoud → Todra Gorge → Dades Valley

Desert sunrise, visit Erfoud fossil workshops, walk beneath Todra Gorge limestone cliffs, and arrive in Dades Valley for dinner at a boutique kasbah.

Day 05

Dades → Valley of Roses → UNESCO Ait Ben Haddou → Marrakech

Travel through the Valley of Roses and Ouarzazate, explore ancient Ksar Ait Ben Haddou, and cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka into Marrakech.

Day 06

Marrakech Imperial Palaces & Medina Exploration

Guided tour of Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Secret Garden, spice markets, and lively Jemaa el-Fna square.

Day 07

Marrakech → Casablanca Departure Transfer

Enjoy breakfast in the riad courtyard before your private transfer to Casablanca airport or Marrakech airport.

Food & Gastronomy

Moroccan cuisine is an essential part of the journey, from fresh riad breakfasts in quiet courtyards to slow-cooked tagines, couscous, and multi-course dinners at selected boutique stays and your Sahara camp.

Meals Provided

Daily breakfasts included; selected dinners in the Sahara desert camp and southern valley kasbahs.

Diets Catered

Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and other dietary requirements gladly catered with advance notice.

Accommodations & Stays

We select authentic, handpicked boutique riads, kasbah lodges, character guesthouses, and private ensuite luxury desert camps that suit your preferred comfort level.

Stay Category: Boutique Riads, Kasbah Lodges & Luxury Sahara Desert Camp

Private en-suite bathroom in all rooms and tentsDaily fresh traditional breakfastAir conditioning & heating where availableComfortable premium beddingFree Wi-Fi where available24/7 Mouha Travel local support