25 Days in Morocco Itinerary: Cities, Sahara, Atlas & Coast
Our best 25 days in Morocco itinerary for a first long visit: the imperial cities, the Rif, the Sahara, the gorges, the Souss and the Atlantic, ending in Marrakech, with rest days along the way.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this 25 days in Morocco itinerary
This 25 days in Morocco itinerary shows the whole country at an easy pace. You start in Casablanca and finish in Marrakech, with rest days on the way.
First, you visit Rabat and spend two nights in Chefchaouen, with a hike to Akchour. Then you enjoy three nights in Fes and see Volubilis and Meknes. After that, you cross the cedar forests to Merzouga and ride camels to a desert camp. Next, you walk the Todra and Dades gorges, cycle in Skoura and rest in Taroudant. Finally, you surf in Taghazout, relax in Essaouira and hike in the High Atlas. In short, our 25 days in Morocco itinerary is a private trip on your dates.
Highlights of this 25 days in Morocco itinerary
- Hassan II Mosque & Rabat
- Chefchaouen & Akchour hike
- Three nights in Fes
- Cedar forest & macaques
- Camel ride & desert camp
- Todra & Dades hikes
- Skoura by bike
- Taroudant ramparts
- Surf lesson in Taghazout
- High Atlas day hike
25 days in Morocco itinerary: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Arrival in Casablanca
We meet you at the airport and visit the Hassan II Mosque, built over the Atlantic.
- 2dayDay 2
Rabat
Drive to the capital for the Hassan Tower, the royal mausoleum and the Kasbah of the Udayas.
- 3dayDay 3
To Chefchaouen
Head north into the Rif mountains and walk up to the Spanish Mosque at sunset.
- 4dayDay 4
Akchour waterfalls hike
Follow the river in the Talassemtane park to the waterfalls and God’s Bridge.
- 5dayDay 5
Volubilis & Meknes to Fes
The Roman mosaics of Volubilis, the Bab Mansour gate of Meknes, and on to Fes.
- 6dayDay 6
The Fes medina
A guided day through the madrasas, the souks and the Chouara tanneries.
- 7dayDay 7
Free day in Fes
A cooking class or a hammam in the morning, and a free afternoon.
- 8dayDay 8
Ifrane & the cedars
Walk in the cedar forest near Azrou among the Barbary macaques, then continue to Midelt.
- 9dayDay 9
To Merzouga
Follow the Ziz Valley and its palm groves to the dunes of Erg Chebbi.
- 10dayDay 10
Camels to the desert camp
Visit a nomad family and Khamlia, then ride camels at sunset to the camp.
- 11dayDay 11
Sunrise, buggy & rest
Sunrise on the dunes, a buggy ride and sandboarding, then a calm afternoon at the riad.
- 12dayDay 12
Todra Gorge
Drive west to the Todra Gorge and walk through the canyon.
- 13dayDay 13
Dades Valley hike
A short drive and a hike among the red rock formations of the Dades.
- 14dayDay 14
Skoura by bike to Aït Benhaddou
Cycle through the Skoura oasis, then continue past Ouarzazate to Aït Benhaddou.
- 15dayDay 15
Saffron road to Taroudant
Cross the Anti-Atlas foothills by Taliouine to the walled town of Taroudant.
- 16dayDay 16
Rest day in Taroudant
A calèche ride around the ramparts, the souks and a free afternoon.
- 17dayDay 17
To Taghazout
A short drive to the surf village of Taghazout, with sunset on the beach.
- 18dayDay 18
Surf lesson
A morning surf lesson on a beginners’ beach, board and wetsuit included.
- 19dayDay 19
Paradise Valley
Walk and swim in the palm pools of Paradise Valley, then a free evening.
- 20dayDay 20
Coast road to Essaouira
Drive north past Imsouane to Essaouira and walk the ramparts at sunset.
- 21dayDay 21
Essaouira & Sidi Kaouki
A horse or camel ride on the beach of Sidi Kaouki, then a free afternoon in the port.
- 22dayDay 22
To Marrakech
Drive inland to Marrakech with a stop at an argan cooperative.
- 23dayDay 23
Marrakech
A guided day: the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia, the souks and Jemaa el-Fna at night.
- 24dayDay 24
High Atlas day hike
Walk between terraces and Berber villages around Imlil, lunch with a family, back to Marrakech.
- 25dayDay 25
Majorelle & departure
A last morning in the Majorelle Garden before your flight.
What’s included in this 25 days in Morocco itinerary
Included
- 24 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 Fes
- Night 6Riad in Fes
- Night 7Riad in Fes
- Night 8Guesthouse in Midelt
- Night 9Riad in Merzouga
- Night 10Desert camp
- Night 11Riad in Merzouga
- Night 12Guesthouse in Todra Gorge
- Night 13Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 14Riad in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 15Riad in Taroudant
- Night 16Riad in Taroudant
- Night 17Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 18Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 19Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 20Riad in Essaouira
- Night 21Riad in Essaouira
- Night 22Riad in Marrakech
- Night 23Riad in Marrakech
- Night 24Riad 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: pleasant days in the desert, a green Rif and a mild coast. Summer is very hot in the south, and winter nights are cold.
- JanPossible
- FebGood
- MarBest
- AprBest
- MayGood
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecPossible
What to bring for this trip
- Walking shoes for the hikes and the medinas
- 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
- 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.
25 Days in Morocco Itinerary: your questions
Is this 25 days in Morocco itinerary good for a first visit?
Yes – it shows every major region of the country at an easy pace, with two or three nights in most places and rest days in Fes, Merzouga and Taroudant.
What are the longest drives on this 25 days in 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.
Can the 25 days in Morocco itinerary start in Marrakech?
Yes – we can run the same loop the other way round, from Marrakech to Casablanca, or start and end in Marrakech.
Is this 25 days in Morocco itinerary private?
Yes – it is a private trip with your own driver and local guides, on the dates you choose.
When is the best time to go?
March to May and late September to November. The desert is pleasant, the Rif is green and the coast is mild; summer is very hot inland.
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 11 – Sunrise, buggy & restDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 10 – Camels to the desert campDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 10 – Camels to the desert campDetails →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 14 – Skoura by bike to Aït BenhaddouDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 3 – To ChefchaouenDetails →
Surf & kitesurf experienceDay 17 – To TaghazoutDetails →Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 25-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 25-day trip
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