Morocco : beautiful, diverse, adventurous, and mysterious. On the same day, you can walk with a camel in the Sahara at sunrise, snowboard in the Atlas Mountains by the afternoon, and relax in luxurious medina riads by evening. It is a large country with legendary scenery that makes it a delight to travel through. Distances can be long; however, the stunning destinations make it worth it. Follow this 10-day Morocco  travel guide to include all the amazing highlights of this wonderful country!

Best things to do in Morocco

Our 10-day Morocco itinerary started in Chefchaouen but you can easily do this the other way around. If you have the time, we would recommend extending the itinerary to 12 days (instead of 10) to have one more day in Chefchaouen and one extra for the Sahara Desert Tour Take as much time as you can to enjoy the magic of Morocco!

Day 1 – From Tangier Airport Directly to Chefchaouen

The nearest airport to Chefchaouen is Tangier Airport. From Tangier, it’s a 2-hour drive by taxi or a 4-hour drive on the CTM bus. The bus costs around 50 DH, which is a little less than 5 USD.

From the airport, take a taxi to the gare routière (bus station), which is 1.5 km away. All buses, including CTM, will leave from here. Or, Get a rent car from the airport in Morocco. You can also split the cost of a taxi to Chefchaouen with other travelers and pay around 15 USD each. This will save you 2 hours of time on the bus and ultimately give you more time on your Morocco itinerary.

Day 2 – Explore the Blue City of Chefchaouen

Chefchaouen is the one place you shouldn’t skip while creating your Morocco itinerary. It’s a mountain village painted in 100 shades of blue. Wander the beautiful streets here, taking pictures of cute doorways and cute kittens in this photographer’s paradise!

Spend one extra day in this city if you are able to, and use this day to enjoy the nature of the Riff Mountains surrounding the city.

Getting from Chefchaouen to Fes is a 4-hour bus ride along beautiful roads. You really see the countryside of Morocco ,which is great to see aside from the big cities. If you’ve got your own transportation, you can also drive to Fes yourself, passing through the diverse landscape of the country.

We recommend to rent car in Morocco through Aridod Car with free cancellation and insurance included. Book your car here

Day 4 – Wandering Around in Fes

Fes is a city that is very hard to be bored in. There is a lot to do in and around Fes. It has one of the oldest medinas, which is also the largest car-free urban area in the world! It is also surprisingly not that touristy, as it’s not on most people’s Morocco itinerary.

The city is a must-see to experience true, medieval, authentic Morocco, often feeling like a step back in time! Discover towers of spices, colorful rugs, leather tanneries, and steamy hammams in this fascinating city.

Day 5 – Travel to Merzouga (Sahara Desert Morocco)

Merzouga is a town on the edge of the Sahara Desert  in Morocco. From here, it is a 45-minute drive to the camp where you will be staying for the night. It is an unforgettable moment on your Morocco itinerary as you witness the rippling orange and red sands for the very first time.

It is best to do a 3-day Sahara Desert Tour from Fes to Marrakech. From Fes to Merzouga is a spectacular 5-hour drive through beautiful landscapes and the snow-covered Atlas Mountains. A tour will take you right into the Sahara desert and give you a true feel for these landscapes and the friendly people that live here

Day 6 – Sunrise in the Sahara and Marrakech

It is an early morning wakeup on day 6, after a great evening with music, dinner, and some of the best star-gazing in the world! Hop out of bed, and go for a walk with a camel before trekking along the tops of the dunes to see a stunning Saharan sunrise. This is one of the most breathtaking moments on the Morocco itinerary!

After sunrise, breakfast is served before getting back in the car again to carry on the 10-day Morocco itinerary. The car takes you to Boumalne Dades as a place to sleep on your way to Marrakech. This is a beautiful town situated on the edge of the desert, surrounded by uniquely shaped cliffs and gorges. If you’re visiting in Spring, there may be an opportunity to see the valleys full of red and pink flowers!

Day 7 – Heading to Marrakech

On the last day of the tour, you will be visiting Ait Benhaddou, a breathtaking town! Here, houses look like giant sandcastles and are built against a hilltop, surrounded by beautiful palm trees. The movie-like scenery of this town has made it a popular location for many movies to be filmed. Additionally, you will visit one of the highest points in the Atlas Mountains. The views from up here are spectacular! 

By the end of the day, you will arrive in Marrakech probably ready to dip in the refreshing waters of a swimming pool. Because of this, make sure to book into a great riad in Marrakech.

Day 8 + 9 Marrakech

Marrakech is a fantastic city to end your Morocco itinerary. Wander through the Medina, bargain for some souvenirs, enjoy the many-colored buildings and palm tree-filled parks, and stay in the most stunning riads (guesthouses). This city is full of gems to discover, and best of all, it’s foodie heaven!

Spend days hunting for treasures in the maze of souks, and end them by enjoying the Moroccan delights of tagine and mint tea on one of the many beautiful roof terraces in the city.

Day 10 – Flying Home

Enjoy your last delicious Moroccan breakfast, and fly home from Marrakech International Airport.

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