1 Month Morocco Itinerary: The Complete Loop
This is our most complete 1 month Morocco itinerary: thirty days around the whole country, from the Atlantic capital to the Rif, the Sahara, the deep south-west and the High Atlas, with a rest day in almost every region.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this 1 month Morocco itinerary
This 1 month Morocco itinerary is our complete loop of the country, at a slow and easy pace. You see the north, the imperial cities, the Sahara, the gorges, the Anti-Atlas and the Atlantic coast.
First, you visit Casablanca and Rabat, then spend three nights in blue Chefchaouen. Then you explore Fes and cross the Middle Atlas to the dunes of Merzouga. After that, you hike the Todra and Dades gorges and ride a horse at Aït Benhaddou. Next, the road leads to Taroudant, Tafraoute and the red cliffs of Legzira. Finally, you surf in Taghazout, relax in Essaouira and hike in the High Atlas before Marrakech. In short, our 1 month Morocco itinerary is a private trip with rest days built in.
Highlights of this 1 month Morocco itinerary
- Hassan II Mosque & Rabat
- Three nights in Chefchaouen
- Akchour waterfalls hike
- Guided Fes medina
- Camel ride & desert camp
- Todra & Dades gorge hikes
- Taroudant & Tafraoute
- Legzira beach
- Surf lesson in Taghazout
- High Atlas hike
1 month Morocco itinerary: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Arrival in Casablanca
We meet you at the airport and take you to the Hassan II Mosque on the ocean, then a quiet evening on the corniche.
- 2dayDay 2
Rabat, the royal capital
A short drive to Rabat for the Hassan Tower, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the blue-and-white lanes of the Kasbah of the Udayas.
- 3dayDay 3
Into the Rif mountains
Drive north through farmland and hills to Chefchaouen, with an evening walk up to the Spanish Mosque for sunset.
- 4dayDay 4
Chefchaouen on foot
A slow day in the blue medina: the kasbah, the Ras el-Maa spring and a short hike above the town.
- 5dayDay 5
Akchour waterfalls hike
A day in the Talassemtane park along the river to the waterfalls and the rock arch of God’s Bridge.
- 6dayDay 6
Volubilis & Meknes to Fes
Walk among the Roman mosaics of Volubilis, see the Bab Mansour gate in Meknes and arrive in Fes.
- 7dayDay 7
The Fes medina
A guided day in the oldest medina of Morocco: the Bou Inania madrasa, the tanneries and the craftsmen’s lanes.
- 8dayDay 8
Slow day in Fes
A free morning, then a cooking class or a hammam – the first real rest day of the trip.
- 9dayDay 9
Cedars of the Middle Atlas
Stop in Ifrane, walk in the cedar forest near Azrou where Barbary macaques live, and continue to Midelt.
- 10dayDay 10
Ziz Valley to Merzouga
Follow the palm groves of the Ziz Valley south to the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes, with a free afternoon by the pool.
- 11dayDay 11
Camels into the Sahara
Meet a nomad family, hear Gnawa music in Khamlia, then ride camels at sunset to the desert camp.
- 12dayDay 12
Sunrise, buggy & sandboarding
Sunrise from the dunes, a quad or buggy ride and sandboarding, then a calm afternoon back at the riad.
- 13dayDay 13
Todra Gorge
Drive west to the Todra Gorge and walk between its high red walls in the late afternoon light.
- 14dayDay 14
Gorge hike to the Dades
A morning hike or a beginners’ climb in Todra, then a short drive to the Dades Valley.
- 15dayDay 15
Dades canyon walk
Walk through the folded rock formations of the Dades canyon and rest in the afternoon.
- 16dayDay 16
Skoura oasis by bike
Cycle on easy paths between the palm trees and kasbahs of the Skoura oasis.
- 17dayDay 17
Aït Benhaddou on horseback
Drive past Ouarzazate to Aït Benhaddou and ride a horse around the old ksar before sunset.
- 18dayDay 18
Saffron road to Taroudant
Cross the Anti-Atlas foothills by Taliouine, home of Moroccan saffron, to the walled town of Taroudant.
- 19dayDay 19
Taroudant at an easy pace
Ride around the ochre ramparts by calèche or bike, visit the souks and keep the afternoon free.
- 20dayDay 20
Into the Anti-Atlas
A mountain road through argan trees and almond villages to Tafraoute, among pink granite boulders.
- 21dayDay 21
Ameln Valley hike
Walk between the villages of the Ameln Valley under Jebel Lekst, and see the painted rocks by bike.
- 22dayDay 22
Down to the ocean at Mirleft
Drive through Tiznit to the small surf town of Mirleft and its cliff-top beaches.
- 23dayDay 23
Legzira & Sidi Ifni
Walk along Legzira beach at low tide below the red cliffs, then the art-deco streets of Sidi Ifni.
- 24dayDay 24
Up the coast to Taghazout
Drive north past Agadir to Taghazout, the surf village, with sunset on the beach.
- 25dayDay 25
Surf lesson & Paradise Valley
A surf lesson on a beginners’ beach in the morning, then a swim in the palm canyon of Paradise Valley.
- 26dayDay 26
Coast road to Essaouira
Follow the wild coast past Imsouane to Essaouira and walk its ramparts at sunset.
- 27dayDay 27
Essaouira & Sidi Kaouki
A horse or camel ride on the beach of Sidi Kaouki, then a free afternoon in the port and the medina.
- 28dayDay 28
To the High Atlas
Cross the plains to the foot of the High Atlas and settle in a guesthouse in Imlil.
- 29dayDay 29
High Atlas hike to Marrakech
A morning hike between terraces and Berber villages, lunch with a family, then on to Marrakech.
- 30dayDay 30
Marrakech & departure
A guided morning in the souks, the Bahia Palace and the Koutoubia, then your transfer to the airport.
What’s included in this 1 month Morocco itinerary
Included
- 29 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses and a desert camp)
- Breakfast every morning
- Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Pick-up in Casablanca and drop-off in Marrakech (hotel, riad, airport)
- Camel ride as described in the programme
- Local guide for the guided visits
- Surf lessons with board and wetsuit
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips for drivers and guides
Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.
Where you stay
- Night 1Hotel in Casablanca
- Night 2Riad in Rabat
- Night 3Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 4Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 5Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 6Riad in Fes
- Night 7Riad in Fes
- Night 8Riad in Fes
- Night 9Guesthouse in Midelt
- Night 10Riad in Merzouga
- Night 11Desert camp
- Night 12Riad in Merzouga
- Night 13Guesthouse in Todra Gorge
- Night 14Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 15Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 16Kasbah in Skoura
- Night 17Riad in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 18Riad in Taroudant
- Night 19Riad in Taroudant
- Night 20Guesthouse in Tafraoute
- Night 21Guesthouse in Tafraoute
- Night 22Guesthouse in Mirleft
- Night 23Guesthouse in Mirleft
- Night 24Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 25Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 26Riad in Essaouira
- Night 27Riad in Essaouira
- Night 28Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 29Riad in Marrakech
Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.
Best time for this trip
March to May and late September to November are best: the Rif is green, the desert is pleasant and the coast is mild. Summer is too hot in the south, and winter brings cold nights and snow on the passes.
- JanPossible
- FebGood
- MarBest
- AprBest
- MayGood
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecPossible
What to bring for this trip
- Walking shoes for the gorges and the Atlas
- Light layers and a warm jacket
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees
- Small overnight bag for the camp
- Headtorch
- Sun hat, sunglasses and sun cream
- Small laundry bag – riads can wash clothes
- Refillable water bottle
Booking & payment
- How to book
- Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
- Payment
- A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
- Cancellation
- Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
- Weather & changes
- If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.
1 Month Morocco Itinerary: your questions
Does this 1 month Morocco itinerary really cover every region?
Yes – the north, the imperial cities, the Middle Atlas, the Sahara at Merzouga, the gorges, the Anti-Atlas, the Atlantic coast and the High Atlas. It leaves out only the far south-east and the Western Sahara.
How many rest days are there in this 1 month Morocco itinerary?
Several: a free day in Fes, a calm afternoon after the desert, a slow day in Taroudant and free time in Essaouira. Most places get two or three nights, so you never feel rushed.
What are the longest drives on this 1 month Morocco itinerary?
Fes to Merzouga and Aït Benhaddou to Taroudant are the longest, so we split them with stops. Most other days have two to four hours on the road, or none at all.
Is the 1 month Morocco itinerary private?
Yes – it is a private trip for you and your travel companions, on the dates you choose, with your own driver. Every day can be changed.
When is the best month to start this 1 month Morocco itinerary?
Start in March, April, October or early November. The desert is pleasant, the north is green and the coast is mild; in summer the south is very hot.
What our travellers say
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Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Quad & buggy ridesDay 12 – Sunrise, buggy & sandboardingDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 11 – Camels into the SaharaDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 11 – Camels into the SaharaDetails →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 16 – Skoura oasis by bikeDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 3 – Into the Rif mountainsDetails →
Surf & kitesurf experienceDay 22 – Down to the ocean at MirleftDetails →Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 30-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
Optional · extraHot air balloon rideSunrise flight before or after your tripSee the activity →
Optional · extraAuthentic culinary experiencesCooking class or food walk in the medinaSee the activity →
Optional · extra4x4 & off-road safaris4x4 tour around the dunes and nomad familiesSee the activity →Optional · extraKite surfing lift-offKitesurf lesson in windy EssaouiraSee the activity →Optional · extraWindsurfing adventureWindsurfing sessionSee the activity →Optional · extraJet ski adventure on the coastJet ski on the bay of AgadirSee the activity →Request this 30-day trip
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