Air Arabia Tour to Fast and Sahara Dunes 7 Nights - CMN-CMN
AIR ARABIA AIRLINES
WITH AIR ARABIA
7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS
7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS
TOUR TO MOROCCO AND SAHARA DESERT
2026
7 Nights 8 Days in 4* and 5* Hotels and Desert Tent Accommodation, Includes 5 Dinners
Casablanca – Marrakech – Essaouira – Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Tinghir – Sahara Desert – Midelt – Ifrane – Fes – Chefchaouen – Tangier – Rabat – Casablanca
Tour Departure Dates
May 2 / May 23 / May 24 / May 30 / June 6 / June 13 / June 20 / July 18 / September 12 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 14 / November 21 / November 28 / December 12 / December 19 / December 26
May 2 / May 23 / May 24 / May 30 / June 6 / June 13 / June 20 / July 18 / September 12 / September 26 / October 3 / October 10 / October 17 / October 24 / October 31 / November 7 / November 14 / November 21 / November 28 / December 12 / December 19 / December 26
Tour Program:
Day 1 – ISTANBUL
We meet at Sabiha Gökçen Airport departure terminal three hours before the flight (the day before the departure date).
We meet at Sabiha Gökçen Airport departure terminal three hours before the flight (the day before the departure date).
Day 2 – ISTANBUL – CASABLANCA – MAJORELLE GARDENS – MARRAKECH
After the baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our flight with Air Arabia Airlines flight 30438 to Casablanca begins at 00:10. At 03:15, we arrive at Casablanca Airport, and transfer to Marrakech with our private bus. After breakfast at our hotel, we have free time. During the free time, guests who wish can participate in a full-day “Red City Marrakech Tour” (Extra 80 €). After the panoramic city tour, we visit the Bahia Palace, decorated with local tiles. During the tour, we discover the enchanting atmosphere of Marrakech, a place frequented since the early 1900s by European fashion designers, artists, musicians, and travelers. We see that medieval traditions are still maintained in the historical medina of the city. We will also visit Yves Saint Laurent's famous “Jardin Majorelle.” In this garden, one of the best examples of Moroccan architecture, we will have the chance to see and photograph unique plants. After the tour, we return to our hotel for free time, accommodation at our hotel. Guests wishing can optionally take part in the local dinner of the Berber night show Fantasia Chez Ali (Extra 70 €).
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Route: Casablanca – Marrakech: 250 km (approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
After the baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our flight with Air Arabia Airlines flight 30438 to Casablanca begins at 00:10. At 03:15, we arrive at Casablanca Airport, and transfer to Marrakech with our private bus. After breakfast at our hotel, we have free time. During the free time, guests who wish can participate in a full-day “Red City Marrakech Tour” (Extra 80 €). After the panoramic city tour, we visit the Bahia Palace, decorated with local tiles. During the tour, we discover the enchanting atmosphere of Marrakech, a place frequented since the early 1900s by European fashion designers, artists, musicians, and travelers. We see that medieval traditions are still maintained in the historical medina of the city. We will also visit Yves Saint Laurent's famous “Jardin Majorelle.” In this garden, one of the best examples of Moroccan architecture, we will have the chance to see and photograph unique plants. After the tour, we return to our hotel for free time, accommodation at our hotel. Guests wishing can optionally take part in the local dinner of the Berber night show Fantasia Chez Ali (Extra 70 €).
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Route: Casablanca – Marrakech: 250 km (approximately 3 hours 30 minutes)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 3 – MARRAKECH – ESSAOUIRA – MARRAKECH
After breakfast at the hotel, we have free time. During the free time, guests can join an extra “Essaouira Tour” (Extra 80 €). Essaouira, a former Portuguese port city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a place where art and culture intertwine on the Atlantic Ocean coast. It is known for being the filming location of Orson Welles' Othello and scenes from the Game of Thrones series. We will visit the Jewish quarter Mellah, the Portuguese fort, the famous fishing port with blue boats, and the historical market. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Marrakech for free time, accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Route: Essaouira – Marrakech 175 km (approximately 3 hours)
Eating recommendations: You should try fresh seafood and fish.
Shopping Recommendation: Worldwide famous Moroccan Argan oil and argan oil-based cosmetic products can be purchased.
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
After breakfast at the hotel, we have free time. During the free time, guests can join an extra “Essaouira Tour” (Extra 80 €). Essaouira, a former Portuguese port city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a place where art and culture intertwine on the Atlantic Ocean coast. It is known for being the filming location of Orson Welles' Othello and scenes from the Game of Thrones series. We will visit the Jewish quarter Mellah, the Portuguese fort, the famous fishing port with blue boats, and the historical market. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Marrakech for free time, accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Palm Plaza 5*, Hotel Blue Sea 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Route: Essaouira – Marrakech 175 km (approximately 3 hours)
Eating recommendations: You should try fresh seafood and fish.
Shopping Recommendation: Worldwide famous Moroccan Argan oil and argan oil-based cosmetic products can be purchased.
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 4 – MARRAKECH – FILM STUDIOS – AIT BENHADDOU – OUARZAZATE
After breakfast, we head to Ouarzazate. On the way, we visit Ait Benhaddou, where many famous productions such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones were filmed. After checking in to the hotel, guests will have free time. During the free time, guests can optionally join an extra “Atlas Film Studios Tour” (25 €). Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Karam Palace 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate: 215 km (approximately 4 hours)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
After breakfast, we head to Ouarzazate. On the way, we visit Ait Benhaddou, where many famous productions such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones were filmed. After checking in to the hotel, guests will have free time. During the free time, guests can optionally join an extra “Atlas Film Studios Tour” (25 €). Dinner and accommodation at our hotel.
Hotel: Karam Palace 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate: 215 km (approximately 4 hours)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 5 – OUARZAZATE – TINGHIR – SAHARA DESERT
After breakfast, we head to Tinghir. We progress through the stunning view of the desert on one side and the Atlas Mountains on the other. On our way, we stop by the Grape City M'Gouna and the Todra Valley.
Then, we arrive at Merzouga Desert and settle into our camp. After dinner, there is free time. During the free time, guests can optionally participate in a camel sunset or sunrise tour (extra tour 40 €). Accommodation is in the camp area.
Hotel: Les Dunes de Berbere Tent Camp.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Ouarzazate – Tinghir: 175 km (2 hours 30 min)Tinghir – Merzouga: 200 km (3 hours)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
After breakfast, we head to Tinghir. We progress through the stunning view of the desert on one side and the Atlas Mountains on the other. On our way, we stop by the Grape City M'Gouna and the Todra Valley.
Then, we arrive at Merzouga Desert and settle into our camp. After dinner, there is free time. During the free time, guests can optionally participate in a camel sunset or sunrise tour (extra tour 40 €). Accommodation is in the camp area.
Hotel: Les Dunes de Berbere Tent Camp.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Ouarzazate – Tinghir: 175 km (2 hours 30 min)Tinghir – Merzouga: 200 km (3 hours)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 6 – SAHARA DESERT – MIDELT – IFRANE – FES
We wake up enjoying the sunrise at our special facility in the desert. After taking beautiful photos and having breakfast, we move to Ifrane. We have our lunch break at a local restaurant in Midelt. After the break, we have a chance to photograph the spectacular Ziz Valley. Then, we head to Ifrane, a tourist center noted for its Swiss-style architecture. After we take a coffee break here, we transfer to our hotel in Fes and have free time to rest. Dinner and accommodation is at our hotel.
Hotel: Zalagh Butik Sky 4*, Zalagh Park Palace 5* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Merzouga – Ifrane: 400 km (8 hours)Ifrane – Fes: 70 km (1 hour)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
We wake up enjoying the sunrise at our special facility in the desert. After taking beautiful photos and having breakfast, we move to Ifrane. We have our lunch break at a local restaurant in Midelt. After the break, we have a chance to photograph the spectacular Ziz Valley. Then, we head to Ifrane, a tourist center noted for its Swiss-style architecture. After we take a coffee break here, we transfer to our hotel in Fes and have free time to rest. Dinner and accommodation is at our hotel.
Hotel: Zalagh Butik Sky 4*, Zalagh Park Palace 5* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Merzouga – Ifrane: 400 km (8 hours)Ifrane – Fes: 70 km (1 hour)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 7 – FES – CHEFCHAOUEN – TANGIER
After breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. During the free time, guests can join the Fes tour (extra 25€). We start exploring the Fes Medina, starting at the monumental gate of the royal palace, Bab-el Makhzen. Next, we continue our exploration through the labyrinthine streets of the historical Medina. The Attarine Medresa, Karaouine University, Nejarine Square, the bazaar selling traditional Moroccan jewelry and copper utensils, and the tannery established near the Fes River where traditional leather processing continues will all be visited. Next, we go to the world-renowned Blue City, Chefchaouen. After a walk through the maze of blue streets, guests wishing to shop will have free time. After we meet at the time determined by our guide, we transfer to our hotel in Tangier for rest. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Solazur 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Fes – Chefchaouen: 200 km (3 hours 45 min) Chefchaouen – Tangier: 110 km (2 hours 20 min)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
After breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. During the free time, guests can join the Fes tour (extra 25€). We start exploring the Fes Medina, starting at the monumental gate of the royal palace, Bab-el Makhzen. Next, we continue our exploration through the labyrinthine streets of the historical Medina. The Attarine Medresa, Karaouine University, Nejarine Square, the bazaar selling traditional Moroccan jewelry and copper utensils, and the tannery established near the Fes River where traditional leather processing continues will all be visited. Next, we go to the world-renowned Blue City, Chefchaouen. After a walk through the maze of blue streets, guests wishing to shop will have free time. After we meet at the time determined by our guide, we transfer to our hotel in Tangier for rest. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Solazur 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Fes – Chefchaouen: 200 km (3 hours 45 min) Chefchaouen – Tangier: 110 km (2 hours 20 min)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 8 – TANGIER – RABAT – CASABLANCA
After breakfast at the hotel, we give guests free time. Guests can optionally join a Tangier tour (extra 25 €). We start our Tangier city tour from the Spanish Quarter and continue in the medina. After visiting Ibn Battuta's tomb, Petit Soco, Grand Soco, we hop on the bus and head to the capital of the country, Rabat. Surrounded by the eucalyptus and cork oak forest, Rabat is situated by the Bou Regreg river. As it has served as the capital of the country since the announcement of the royal return from exile, we visit Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, then transfer to our hotel in Casablanca. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Fourteen 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Tangier – Rabat: 245 km (3 hours) Rabat – Casablanca: 90 km (1 hour 30 min)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
After breakfast at the hotel, we give guests free time. Guests can optionally join a Tangier tour (extra 25 €). We start our Tangier city tour from the Spanish Quarter and continue in the medina. After visiting Ibn Battuta's tomb, Petit Soco, Grand Soco, we hop on the bus and head to the capital of the country, Rabat. Surrounded by the eucalyptus and cork oak forest, Rabat is situated by the Bou Regreg river. As it has served as the capital of the country since the announcement of the royal return from exile, we visit Kasbah Oudaya, Hassan Tower, and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, then transfer to our hotel in Casablanca. Dinner and accommodation will be at our hotel.
Hotel: Hotel Fourteen 4* etc.
Breakfast: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: Will be taken extra during free time at a location determined by the guide..
Dinner: Will be served at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Route: Tangier – Rabat: 245 km (3 hours) Rabat – Casablanca: 90 km (1 hour 30 min)
Hotel Check-in Time: Estimated at 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 9 – CASABLANCA – ISTANBUL
After breakfast at the hotel and the rooms are vacated, we see around Casablanca, known as one of Africa's biggest industrial cities and the largest harbor in the country. We will visit Mohammed V Square, the panoramic view of the Hassan II Mosque, and the vibrant Corniche boulevard. After the tour, we transfer to the airport. After check-in, baggage, and ticket procedures, our flight with Air Arabia Airlines flight 3O437 to Istanbul begins at 18:00. We will arrive at Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 00:40.
After breakfast at the hotel and the rooms are vacated, we see around Casablanca, known as one of Africa's biggest industrial cities and the largest harbor in the country. We will visit Mohammed V Square, the panoramic view of the Hassan II Mosque, and the vibrant Corniche boulevard. After the tour, we transfer to the airport. After check-in, baggage, and ticket procedures, our flight with Air Arabia Airlines flight 3O437 to Istanbul begins at 18:00. We will arrive at Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 00:40.
Marrakech City Tour (Extra 80 €) / Fantasia Chez Ali (Extra 70 €) / Essaouira Tour (Extra 80 €) / Atlas Film Studios Tour (Extra 25 €) / Camel Tour (Extra 40 €) / Fes Tour (Extra 25 €) / Tangier Tour (Extra 25 €)
Total Extras 345 EUR
Total Extras 345 EUR
What's Included
* Air Arabia Airlines Economy Class Flight Tickets from Istanbul to Tangier / Casablanca to Istanbul
* Local Transportation Services
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* 2 Nights accommodation in Marrakech at 4* and 5* hotels, 1 Night in Ouarzazate, 1 Night in Sahara Desert, 1 Night in Fez, 1 Night in Tangier, 1 Night in Casablanca, totaling 7 Nights with breakfast included
* 5 dinners taken at the hotels
* Casablanca city tour
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees
* Local Transportation Services
* Local professional Turkish guiding services
* 2 Nights accommodation in Marrakech at 4* and 5* hotels, 1 Night in Ouarzazate, 1 Night in Sahara Desert, 1 Night in Fez, 1 Night in Tangier, 1 Night in Casablanca, totaling 7 Nights with breakfast included
* 5 dinners taken at the hotels
* Casablanca city tour
* Mandatory local guiding services in some cities
* All highway check-point and parking fees
* Customs Taxes
* Panoramic city tours specified in the program
* Airport taxes and service fees
Not Included
* Museum and archaeological site entrance fees.
* City Taxes 40 EUR (paid to the guide during the tour)
* Extras taken at the hotel.
* All personal expenses
* Extra tours
* Lunches
* All trips and tours not specified in the program.
* Tips for the driver (5 EUR per person)
* International departure tax
* International travel health insurance
* City Taxes 40 EUR (paid to the guide during the tour)
* Extras taken at the hotel.
* All personal expenses
* Extra tours
* Lunches
* All trips and tours not specified in the program.
* Tips for the driver (5 EUR per person)
* International departure tax
* International travel health insurance
- During the tour, having Euro is sufficient to make purchases and expenses in all countries included in the program. The guide will assist in currency exchange in areas where local currency is used.
- Comfortable walking shoes or sports shoes should be preferred during the trip. It is also advisable to have a cardigan or similar clothing for the evening.
- In our tours, a rotation (seat change) is applied to the seating plan daily, and fixed seats and front seat guarantees are not provided. Seat changes are organized by the vehicle guide.
- There is a requirement for at least 3 days of accommodation to bring goods (alcohol - tobacco, etc.) when entering Turkey from abroad.
- The duty-free shopping limit when entering Turkey from abroad is as follows:
Cigarettes: 3 cartons, Alcoholic Beverages: 1 liter of alcoholic drinks (excluding alcoholic drinks with more than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Alcoholic Beverages: 2 liters of alcoholic drinks (including alcoholic drinks with less than 22% alcohol, wine, and champagne), Perfume: 600 ml, Makeup or Skin Care Products: 5 items, Chocolate and Confectionery: 2 kg, Coffee: 1 kg, Tea: 1 kg
- The guides may change the program flow as long as they show all the places mentioned in the program, depending on weather and road conditions.
- Tour participants have the right to a free cancellation up to 30 days before the tour date. In case of cancellation less than 30 days before the tour date, a 30% penalty will apply, and in case of cancellation 20 days or less before the tour date, a 100% penalty will apply. The documents such as hospital reports, work permits, etc., provided with the cancellation request will unfortunately not be accepted for cancellations of hotels and services outside Turkey.
- Our tour programs are organized with a minimum participation requirement of 25 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the last cancellation notification date is 20 days before the tour departure. The canceled tour due to insufficient participation will be notified by Viyatravel.
- If hotel(s) are provided without specifying a name in the tour program, and/or options are provided for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by Viyatravel 2 days before the trip.
- During periods of fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located beyond the specified distances.
- Triple rooms are provided based on hotel availability, and in such rooms, the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. The extra beds are considered as 'pull-out' or 'coach beds', so tour participants accept that they may experience crowding in the rooms for the 3rd person and/or child reservations. Child discounts apply only to one child complying with age groups staying with 2 adults.
- The breakfasts served at the hotel included in the tour are generally provided as limited menus suitable for the breakfast culture of the country you are in and typically consist of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee and may be served in a separate hall allocated for the group.
- The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are held for the general introduction of the cities and are made with a guided narration from within the vehicle, and do not include entrance to museums or historical sites and last for a maximum of 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours, including other tours mentioned in the program, do not fall under the responsibility of Viyatravel in case they are unable to be carried out due to local authorities not allowing entry, closed roads for any events, or due to weather conditions that make it impossible to conduct the tour. Some tours may be conducted by public transport or on foot, provided the roads are closed or vehicle entry is not allowed.
- During travel, waiting times at customs at road crossings may exceed standards, and Viyatravel cannot be held responsible for any negative experiences resulting from these waiting times.
- Extra tours are organized by local Viyatravel with a minimum participation requirement of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not achieved, the excursions may not be carried out or the prices, content, and vehicles used for extra tours may vary according to the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours may change according to the open/closed status of museums and historical sites to be visited and depending on weather conditions, as determined by the guide.
- Participation in extra tours is optional and not mandatory. Passengers who do not wish to participate in organized extra tours during the tour accept to wait at a suitable rest facility along the way. These passengers will be dropped off at a roadside rest facility before the extra tour starts and picked up from the drop-off point after the tour is completed.
- For those participating in flights, check-in and boarding procedures are personal responsibilities and must be carried out by the guest at the relevant airline counters at the airports or online via the airline company's website before the flight.
- Viyatravel is not responsible for passengers who do not appear at the designated airport at the times notified by Viyatravel for participation in the tour, do not complete check-in and boarding procedures on time, or complete these procedures but do not board the aircraft. All expenses for new round-trip flights and transfers in the destination area due to missing the flight will be the responsibility of the passengers.
- Viyatravel acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and chartered flights, or flight times may change before the current trip and flight. Viyatravel is obliged to inform of these changes as soon as possible. Passengers accept the risk of time changes when purchasing the trip. Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes and airport service fees.
- The types of vehicles used in our tours are classified according to the number of participants as follows. The type of vehicles provided is determined based on the number of participants in each tour.
Buses: (Used for 25 - 46 People) *Mercedes Travego/Tourismo *NEOPLAN Cityliner/Tourliner *Temsa Safir/Maraton *Man Fortuna
Midibuses: (Used for 17 - 24 People) *Isuzu Turkuaz, *Otokar Mega
Minibuses: (Used for 16 or fewer People) *Vw Volt, *Mercedes Sprinter
- All guests are considered to have accepted the aforementioned items by finalizing the sale of the tour.