For travelers who want to go deeper into the dunes, this private 8-day itinerary from Morocco Boutique Tours pairs the imperial cities route with a genuine multi-day Sahara Desert trekking experience. Journey from Casablanca through Chefchaouen and Fes, then swap the coach seat for walking boots on a two-day guided trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes, camel caravan carrying your gear.
Your Morocco Boutique Tours driver-guide meets you at Mohammed V International Airport (CMN) or your Casablanca hotel to begin your private Morocco tour. Drive along the coast to Rabat to explore the coastal Kasbah of the Oudayas and the Hassan Tower, then head into the Rif Mountains to reach the blue city of Chefchaouen, where you can stroll the color-washed lanes before settling into your boutique lodging.
Depart the Blue City after breakfast for the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site with remarkably preserved mosaics. Continue to Meknes to see the monumental Bab Mansour gate and historic Lahdim Square, then drive to Fes to check into your luxury riad for the evening.
Meet your local expert guide for an immersive dive into Fes el-Bali, the largest living medieval medina in the world. Wander the labyrinthine souks, witness the ancient art of leather-making at the Chouara Tanneries, and visit the Bou Inania Madrasa and Al-Qarawiyyin University before a free evening back at your riad.
Travel south through the Middle Atlas Mountains, stopping in the cedar forests of Azrou for wild Barbary apes, then continue through the Ziz Valley oasis as the landscape turns to rolling Erg Chebbi dunes. At Merzouga, check into a charming hotel set directly along the dune line, where you can watch the sunset over the sand from your accommodation.
Rise early for the start of your Sahara Desert trekking adventure through the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes. With experienced local guides, walk a raw, authentic trek of roughly 3 to 5 hours at your own pace, while a dedicated camel caravan carries your gear. After a freshly prepared lunch amid the dunes and a sunset walk, arrive at a secluded spot for a night of wild camping under a star-filled sky.
Wake to the silence of the desert at dawn for a scenic breakfast, then resume your trek over the golden dune crests. A fresh lunch is provided along the way as you navigate deeper into the desert. By late afternoon, arrive at a premier luxury Sahara camp for a warm traditional dinner and a Berber music show around the campfire.
Catch a panoramic Sahara sunrise before breakfast at your luxury camp, then leave the dunes behind for the dramatic Todra Gorges, where 300-meter limestone walls make for one of Morocco's most striking drives. Continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs into the Dades Valley for a tranquil dinner tucked into the gorge.
Cross the rugged High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, roughly 2,260 meters at its highest point, with panoramic views of Berber villages and ancient kasbahs. Your Morocco Boutique Tours driver-guide provides a private drop-off at your chosen Marrakech accommodation, concluding your desert trekking tour.
All accommodations listed above are our recommended selections — if you'd like to upgrade to a different property or make any changes, just let us know when you enquire and we'll gladly arrange it.
Price per person, based on the room occupancy selected · private vehicle & driver-guide included throughout
This 8-day Casablanca → Marrakech journey is entirely private — you'll have your own driver-guide and vehicle for your party alone, from pick-up to drop-off, with no other travelers joining your group.
The €1,517 per person (twin/double share) rate covers your private driver-guide and vehicle, handpicked accommodation each night, daily breakfast and 4 dinners, plus 2 lunches, and all site and monument entrance fees noted in the itinerary. International flights, most lunches, and personal expenses aren't included — see the full breakdown above.
Yes — since it's a private departure, you choose your own start date rather than joining a fixed group. If you'd like the Casablanca → Marrakech route itself reshaped around your interests, our Tailor-Made service can rebuild it from scratch.
Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) offer the most comfortable temperatures across Morocco, including the Sahara sections of this itinerary. Summer brings intense desert heat, and desert nights turn cold in winter.
No special fitness is required. The camel trek and any walking sections are paced for everyday travelers, and your driver-guide handles the logistics — you're free to go at your own pace throughout the 8 days.
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