Group tours
Morocco in 8 Days: Cities, Atlas and Sahara
Travel from Casablanca to Chefchaouen, Fès, the Middle Atlas, Merzouga and Marrakech on an eight-day small-group route. Guided city visits, a sunset camel ride, Todgha Gorge and Aït-Ben-Haddou bring Morocco's urban heritage and changing landscapes into one richly varied journey.
- Route
- Casablanca – Chefchaouen – Fes – Ifrane – Middle Atlas cedar forest – Merzouga and the Sahara – Todra Gorge – Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech – Casablanca
- Hotels
- Accommodation is planned in boutique hotels, riads, three- and four-star properties, and a desert glamping camp. The source also refers to an authentic five-star riad. The standard package is based on double occupancy; an economy three-star option and VIP four- to five-star options may be available. The single-room supplement is €250. Named hotels are not specified, and the operator may substitute accommodation with an equivalent or higher-category property.
- Transport
- Tour vehicle with a professional driver, selected according to group size.
- Pace
- Active itinerary with intercity journeys of approximately 3–7 hours and planned stops.
- Meeting point
- Casablanca Airport. Group arrival and departure transfers during daytime hours are included; the recommended flight must be confirmed with the manager before booking.
- Group size
- 13 guests
- Departure
- Departure dates on request.
- Seats left
- Usually 6–13 travellers; the operator states that departures are guaranteed with a smaller group.
from · per person€ 1,250
Details
Begin beside the Atlantic in Casablanca, then enter the blue-washed medina of Chefchaouen and the historic lanes of Fès el-Bali. The route crosses the Middle Atlas through Ifrane and cedar country before reaching Merzouga and the dunes of Erg Chebbi. A sunset camel ride, a desert-camp evening and sunrise lead into Todgha Gorge, Ouarzazate and the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Aït-Ben-Haddou.
The final chapter belongs to Marrakech, with Jardin Majorelle, the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech and the changing spectacle of Jemaa el-Fna. This small-group itinerary is for travellers who want Morocco's cities, mountain landscapes and Saharan terrain in one focused route. Intercity journeys generally take about three to seven hours and include practical stops; the running order may change with group flight times and hotel availability.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Casablanca
Arrival and an Introduction to Casablanca
Meet a local representative at Casablanca Airport and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Once the group has assembled, meet the guide who will accompany the journey. Ease into Morocco with a relaxed first walk through Casablanca, discovering the energy and urban character of the country's Atlantic metropolis before the overland adventure begins.
Overnight: CasablancaMeals: Not specified in the day description
Day 2
Casablanca – Chefchaouen
Casablanca's Atlantic Landmark and Chefchaouen
Begin at the Hassan II Mosque on Casablanca's Atlantic shore, recognised by its 200-metre minaret and detailed Moroccan craftsmanship. Continue north to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains. With your guide, explore the blue-washed medina, following narrow lanes through its distinctive mountainside setting and discovering how the old quarter's architecture and living craft traditions shape the city.
Overnight: ChefchaouenMeals: Breakfast
Day 3
Chefchaouen – Fes
From Chefchaouen to Historic Fès
Leave Chefchaouen for Fès and enter Fès el-Bali, the historic core of the UNESCO-listed medina. Founded in the ninth century, the medina preserves a dense urban fabric of lanes, residences, religious buildings, fountains and traditional commercial spaces. Follow your guide through the principal sights and experience the rhythm of a historic quarter that remains a living centre of faith, craft and commerce.
Overnight: Fes, in a riadMeals: Breakfast
Day 4
Fes – Ifrane – Merzouga
Middle Atlas Landscapes and Erg Chebbi
Cross the Middle Atlas with a stop in Ifrane, a mountain town at about 1,650 metres known for its red-roofed architecture. Continue through cedar country, habitat of the Barbary macaque; wildlife may be seen, but sightings are never guaranteed. The route then reaches Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes. Near sunset, set out by camel across the desert landscape. At camp, the scheduled evening continues around the fire with dancing and Moroccan drum music.
Overnight: Desert glamping camp near MerzougaMeals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Ouarzazate
Sahara Sunrise, Todgha Gorge and Atlas Studios
Rise early to watch daylight spread across the Saharan dunes. Optional quad-bike or buggy rides can be arranged separately before the group continues towards Todgha Gorge near Tinghir. Walk beneath its high rock walls, then travel onward to Ouarzazate. Visit Atlas Studios, founded near the city in 1983, where surviving sets evoke productions including The Mummy and Gladiator. The precise visitor route and available sets can vary, so the experience follows access on the day.
Overnight: OuarzazateMeals: Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
Aït-Ben-Haddou and the Road to Marrakech
Travel to the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Aït-Ben-Haddou, a compact pre-Saharan settlement of earthen buildings enclosed by defensive walls and corner towers. Explore the ksar and its cinematic history, linked to productions including The Mummy, Gladiator, Prince of Persia and season three of Game of Thrones. After the visit, continue through the changing southern landscape to Marrakech. Arrive in the evening, with time to take in the city's atmosphere at your own pace.
Overnight: MarrakechMeals: Breakfast
Day 7
Marrakech
Gardens, Design and Jemaa el-Fna
Discover three contrasting sides of Marrakech. Begin at Jardin Majorelle, where pools, varied planting and vivid Majorelle blue form the garden created by painter Jacques Majorelle and later restored by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé. Nearby, the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech presents the designer's work through permanent and rotating displays. Conclude at Jemaa el-Fna, the city's historic meeting place, where commerce, music and oral performance shape a UNESCO-recognised cultural space. Particular performers and activities vary by time.
Overnight: MarrakechMeals: Breakfast
Day 8
Marrakech – Casablanca
Casablanca Transfer and Flight Home
Check out and travel from Marrakech to Casablanca, with the transfer timed around the group's flight schedule. At the airport, say farewell to the guide and fellow travellers before departure. If you would like to see more of Morocco, ask the team about arranging a separate extension to another destination.
Overnight: None; departure dayMeals: Breakfast
Included
- Group airport transfers on daytime arrival and departure
- Accommodation in boutique hotels, four-star hotels, one three-star hotel and a riad
- Tourist taxes
- Camel ride in the Sahara
- Eight breakfasts and two dinners: one in the desert and one in Ouarzazate
- Services of a licensed Russian-speaking Moroccan guide
- Transport selected according to group size: Mercedes Sprinter or Vito, Ford Transit, Skoda Superb or Mercedes E-Class
- Fuel, road tolls and parking
- Vehicle insurance
Not included
- International or domestic flights
- Entrance tickets, approximately €85 in total
- Travel medical insurance
Optional extras
- Sahara buggy ride: the main service section states from €100 per hour, while the FAQ states €110 per hour; confirm the current price when booking
- Sahara quad-bike ride: the main service section states from €80 per hour, while the FAQ states €95 per hour; confirm the current price when booking
- Extension of the trip to another destination in Morocco after the main programme
- Single-room accommodation for a €250 supplement
- Economy three-star or VIP four- to five-star accommodation options, subject to confirmation
Booking conditions
The tour price is €1,250 per person, with available departure dates provided on request. A €400 deposit reserves your place, and the remaining balance is paid in cash to the guide on arrival. Groups usually include six to thirteen guests, while departures can still operate with a smaller group. Coordinate suitable flights with the manager before purchase. Final timing and the order of visits may shift with the group's flight schedule and hotel availability.
Frequently asked questions
Which expenses fall outside the tour price?
Budget separately for international flights, travel medical insurance, attraction tickets and optional Sahara activities. Entrance fees are estimated at approximately €85 in total. Quad-bike and buggy rides are charged separately, so set aside an additional allowance for whichever desert activity you choose. Meals beyond those listed as included, drinks and personal purchases are also paid individually.
What is the typical group size?
Groups usually have six to thirteen travellers. The departure can still operate when the usual group size is not reached, including when only one guest has booked. Vehicle and guiding arrangements are matched to the final number of participants, so smaller departures retain the planned route in a format suited to the party.
Which types of accommodation can I expect?
The journey combines boutique hotels, riads, three- and four-star properties and a desert glamping camp. Rooms are based on double occupancy, and a single room costs an additional €250. If an intended property is unavailable, an equivalent or higher-category alternative may be used, so the exact accommodation mix can vary by departure.
What is the payment schedule for this tour?
A €400 deposit secures your place on the tour, and the remaining balance is paid in cash to the guide on arrival. Before payment, keep a written record of the total price, chosen departure, payment currency and cancellation conditions so that the amount due at the start of the journey is clear.
How do cancellations and refunds work?
A 24-hour cancellation window allows a full deposit refund. More than 45 days before departure, payments are refundable less costs already incurred. Within 45 days of departure, the deposit may instead be transferred to another tour date within one year. Ask for the exact start of the 24-hour window and the relevant deadlines to be recorded when booking.
How much guiding time is planned each day?
The guide's normal working day is approximately eight to ten hours and does not include round-the-clock availability. Scheduled sightseeing and transfers are planned within that working window. Requests for help or activities outside the programme should be discussed with the manager in advance.
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