A week or ten days in Morocco? With these two itineraries, which we have been running for years, you will see the best of the country without spending all day on the road.
7-day itinerary
- Day 1 – Marrakech. Arrival, a walk through the medina and dinner at Jemaa el-Fna.
- Day 2 – Marrakech. Majorelle Garden, Bahia Palace and the souks.
- Day 3 – Ait Ben Haddou and Dades. Crossing the Atlas and a night in the Dades valley.
- Day 4 – Merzouga. Todra Gorge and a night in the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Day 5 – Fes. Desert sunrise and the drive to Fes through the Middle Atlas.
- Day 6 – Fes. Guided tour of the world’s largest medina.
- Day 7 – Chefchaouen or departure. A trip to the blue city or your flight home.
This is the route of our 7-day tour.
10-day itinerary
With three more days you can add a night in Chefchaouen, Essaouira and a second night in the desert:
- Days 1-2 – Marrakech.
- Day 3 – Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate.
- Day 4 – Dades.
- Days 5-6 – Merzouga, with a 4×4 desert excursion.
- Days 7-8 – Fes, with Volubilis and Meknes.
- Day 9 – Chefchaouen.
- Day 10 – Tangier or Casablanca for your flight.
See our 10-day tour or, if you have two weeks, the 14-day tour.
Where to start?
It depends on your flight. If you land in Marrakech, follow the route above. If you arrive in Tangier or by ferry from Spain, start with Chefchaouen and Fes. From Casablanca, see the desert tour from Casablanca.
Mistakes to avoid
- Trying to see everything in 7 days: fewer cities and more time in each is better.
- Doing the desert there and back in two days from Marrakech: too many hours in the car.
- Not booking riads in high season (Easter, bank holidays and December).
Frequently asked questions
Is it better to travel independently or with a driver?
With a private driver you make far better use of the long stages in the south. In the cities you can get around on foot or by taxi.
How many nights should I spend in the desert?
One night is enough to enjoy sunset and sunrise. With two nights you can explore the area by 4×4 at a relaxed pace.
