Desert Tours From Casablanca with Unique Travel Morocco

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The desert is 652 kilometers away from Casablanca if you drive straight there.

You can get there by car in 10-12 hours, or you can take a plane to Errachidia and then drive 80 kilometers to reach the desert.

Both Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga are great desert spots.

Erg Chebbi has big sand dunes and is easy to get to if you want a simple desert trip.

Erg Chigaga feels more like a real desert adventure if you don't mind traveling far to reach it.

The best place to see the Sahara Desert in Morocco is Erg Chebbi, near a town called Merzouga.

The sand dunes here are super tall, about as high as a 50-story building.

You can get there easily and sleep in nice desert camps to watch the stars at night.

Marrakech has more old buildings and colorful streets that tourists love if you want to see traditional Morocco, while Casablanca is more modern with nice beaches if you like city life.

You can visit these cities from Casablanca:

• Marrakech (the old city with markets)
• Rabat (the capital city)
• Fez (another historic city)
• Chefchaouen (the blue-painted city)

Three days is perfect to see everything important in Casablanca if you want to visit the main sights and maybe take a day trip somewhere else.

Casablanca costs more money than most other cities in Morocco if you compare it to other places in North Africa, but it's still cheaper than big American cities.

You can drive from Casablanca to Marrakech in about three hours if you take the fast route, but the pretty mountain roads take longer and are more fun to see.

Casablanca is famous for being Morocco's biggest city with lots of business and a huge port if you want to understand what makes it special.

It mixes Arab, African, and European styles together.

Trains leave every 2 hours from Casablanca to Marrakech and take about 2 hours and 40 minutes if you choose the train over driving.

Bus trips take a bit longer but cost about the same.

Hotels cost a little less money in Casablanca than in Marrakech if you're trying to save money on your trip.

Spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) are the best times to visit if you want nice weather that's not too hot or too cold.

Casablanca has great shopping with big stores and famous brands if you like to buy clothes, jewelry, and makeup in modern malls.

You can visit Fez in one day from Casablanca, but it takes 11 hours total if you want to see the old historic medina, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Casablanca is most famous for its huge airport and the beautiful Hassan II Mosque if you ask most travelers what they remember best.

Casablanca is generally safe for visitors if you stay careful in crowded places and don't walk alone at night.

Casablanca has several beaches along the ocean with cafes and swimming pools if you want to relax by the water after seeing the city.

Ain Diab Beach is the most popular one.

Many people in big Moroccan cities like Casablanca can speak some English if you need help, especially in hotels and tourist areas.

Morocco doesn't have Uber, but it has other apps called Careem and InDrive if you want to call a ride with your phone instead of finding a taxi on the street.

The Al Atlas high-speed train connects Casablanca to Marrakech if you want the fastest and most comfortable way to travel between the cities.

The train trip from Casablanca to Fes takes about 3 hours if you choose the train, and costs about $32 for a regular seat.

Marrakech has more traditional markets where you can bargain for handmade items if you want the classic Moroccan shopping experience, while Casablanca has modern shopping malls.

Casablanca is definitely worth visiting, even just for one day, if you want to see the famous Hassan II Mosque and experience Morocco's biggest city.

You should be careful walking at night and stay in well-lit areas with other people if you go out after dark, and always take official taxis.

Casablanca food mixes French and traditional Moroccan cooking if you like trying new flavors.

You'll find tagines, couscous, and fresh fish with lots of spices.

Most taxi rides around the city center cost less than $10 if you're traveling short distances, making taxis pretty affordable.

Casablanca is much bigger than Marrakech if you compare them - Casablanca has about 3.7 million people, while Marrakech has about 1 million.

The best areas to stay are Centre Ville, Habous, Bouskoura, and Ain Diab if you want to be near restaurants, shops, and tourist attractions.

Rick's Cafe is popular with tourists because of the famous movie if you're a fan, but some people think there are better restaurants nearby for the money.

The train distance between Casablanca and Marrakech is 246 kilometers if you measure the railway track, and it takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes.

Don't drink tap water, always buy bottled water if you want to stay healthy, and don't walk alone in dark or unfamiliar areas at night.

You can use trams, buses, and taxis to get around the city if you don't want to walk everywhere.