Best Morocco Itinerary

When planning your itinerary for Morocco, the length of time and type of experience will influence how you approach creating your itinerary. As you’ll likely want to immerse yourself in culture, venture into desert terrains, soak in stunning mountain views, or stroll along coastal stretches, flexibility can be your best friend when planning. A common route for most travelers’ first trip to Morocco starts either in Casablanca or Marrakech and progresses to some of the country’s historical and cultural centers.

The most recommended combination usually include Fez, the heart of Morocco for heritage and culture, the laid back and picturesque town of Chefchaouen, and an adventurous excursion into the Sahara Desert.

The common itineraries from Morocco travel agencies tend to follow this path, a perfect combination of culture, adventure and nature for an unforgettable experience. Adding to that with authentic Riads, a local guide or private transfers would make the journey much more comfortable, but can be substituted if you want to stay within budget for this unforgettable adventure!

Marrakech, Fez, Chefchaouen, Essaouira, Casablanca each place within Morocco possesses its own distinct aura of mystique; there’s no better way to get to know the country’s culture than to hop between their respective attractions. 

Marrakech - It's a city of bright coloredsouks, centuries old buildings, unique Moroccan style homes known asriads, and is a lively, exciting place that pulses with energy. 

Fez - It's a city of history where traditional crafts and deeply entrenched cultures meet in an ancient, medieval medina.

Chefchaouen - It's a serene mountain town colored in blue streets and offering the tranquil, chill life one only dreams of on vacation.

Essaouira - It’s a coastal get-away on the sea that’s made of salt spray, ocean breeze, artistic appeal, and chill coastal vibe.

Casablanca - Morocco's cosmopolitan hub, a modern, energetic city, with amazing Architecture and coastal living all together.

For a first time visit to Morocco a 7 to 10-day journey is the most complete itinerary. You would begin with Casablanca, followed by Rabat the country capital, before heading to Fes to witness history, ancient medina and culture. From Fes you would travel to the beautiful blue city, Chefchaouen to relax and then back towards Marrakech to explore. 
You will be entranced by Marrakech's lively souks, palaces, gardens, plazas and towers, a trip you will not forget. 
Most popular with tours visiting Morocco an addition to the tour is the desert with camel riding, sunset and overnight stay under the stars.

Experience unforgettable moments with a Moroccan desert trip, ending your vacation feeling inspired. The Sahara Desert is probably the most exciting place on Earth. Merzouga is particularly famous in Morocco as many tourists spend their camel rides across the Sahara desert dunes watching breathtaking sunsets. 
Most of the desert tours originate in the former imperial city of Marrakech; you'll journey through amazing scenery, the Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, and the Dades Valley, finally arriving at the desert. 
The greatest memories for any tourist are those spent in a luxury camp at the desert where one can see an incredible number of stars after darkness falls, a sensation very few people around the world manage to live, but that is standard in luxury desert tours in Morocco.

Your itinerary needs to fit YOUR travel style

Those who love culture: Marrakesh and Fes were, up until now, always listed on our Morocco itinerary with a strong focus on its culture – both of the traditional (medinas, traditional shopping centers) and royal (palaces, historic monuments).
Those who love nature: Those of you, like us, who admire the variety of landscapes can visit mountains like those of the Atlas, verdant valleys, or even places on the coast, like Essaouira, to admire nature with outdoor excursions.
Those who prefer relax: Cities like Chefchaouen or the coastal city of Essaouira are ideal for those seeking the Moroccan experience in an more relax setting.
Those who love adventure: Without doubt, it goes to the Sahara Desert where you will ride a camel and camp in an unique landscape in which we watched, one night, the most beautiful sunset of my life.

When's the right season to book a trip to Morocco? It all depends on what kind of experience you're aiming for, but springtime (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are widely considered the golden seasons. The temperatures are balmy in most of the country during these months, making for enjoyable exploration.
Spring and autumn Morocco's major tourist cities of Marrakech and Fes are perfect in the spring and fall: the weather is temperate and travel a breeze. For traveling out into the Sahara, this is also ideal – when days are cooler and you won't be melting while exploring the desert nights out in the cool. The Sahara is hottest in the summer time when the cities might feel too oppressive unless you stick to the ocean-cooled coast! Summer also comes out of Essaouira with its nice salty breeze coming off the coast. If a trip to the Atlas Mountains sounds fun, winter offers some of the most striking mountain views, the crisp clean air, and Morocco’s mountainous lifestyle.