7 Days in Morocco: 10 Itineraries & Tours
Ten private one-week routes through Morocco, planned by our team on the ground and full of things to do, not just things to see. Updated October 2026 · by our local team in Morocco
Planning 7 days in morocco? A week is the length most of our guests choose – long enough for the Sahara and a great city, short enough to keep the pace lively. Cross from Marrakech to Fes through the dunes of Merzouga, loop back over the High Atlas, add the ocean at Essaouira, climb Toubkal or arrive by ferry in Tangier. Travelling with children? We have a week for that too. Choose a route below and we tailor every day to you.
7 Days in Morocco: the short answer
- First time in Morocco: 7 Days in Morocco Itinerary: Marrakech, the Sahara & Fes – Marrakech, the kasbahs, a night in the Sahara and two nights in Fes.
- Active week from Marrakech: 7 Day Morocco Itinerary from Marrakech: Atlas, Gorges & Sahara – Bike, climb, ride and hike – two desert nights and back to Marrakech.
- Desert and ocean: 1 Week in Morocco: Marrakech, the Sahara & Essaouira – Marrakech, the dunes of Merzouga and Essaouira, in and out of Marrakech.
- With children: 1 Week in Morocco with Kids: Balloon, Camels & Beach – Balloon, mules, camels and the beach, with no drive over three hours.
- Coming from Spain: One Week Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech – Ferry to Tangier, then Chefchaouen, Fes and the Sahara to Marrakech.
10 ways to spend 7 days in morocco
Click a trip to see where it starts, the route and the highlights.
7 Days in Morocco Itinerary: Marrakech, the Sahara & FesPrivate tour · Marrakech to Fes · Cities & desertThe route most first-timers dream of: a guided day in Marrakech, the kasbah road and the Todra Gorge, camels and a camp in Erg Chebbi, a full day in Fes and a last morning at Roman Volubilis.
7 Day Morocco Itinerary from Marrakech: Atlas, Gorges & SaharaPrivate tour · Round trip from Marrakech · Active loopA full week of action from Marrakech and back: Telouet, cycling in Skoura, a canyon hike and rock climbing, two nights in the dunes with buggy and sandboarding, and a High Atlas hike to finish.
1 Week in Morocco: Marrakech, the Sahara & EssaouiraPrivate tour · Round trip from Marrakech · City, desert & coastThree colours of Morocco in one week: the souks of Marrakech, a camel ride and a night in the Sahara, then the fresh air of Essaouira with a surf lesson or a horse ride on the beach.
7 Days in Morocco Starting in CasablancaPrivate tour · Casablanca to Marrakech · Cities, north & desertFrom your Casablanca landing to Marrakech: the Hassan II Mosque and Rabat, the blue lanes and hills of Chefchaouen, a full day in Fes, a night in the dunes and the kasbah road over the Atlas.
1 Week in Morocco with Kids: Balloon, Camels & BeachPrivate tour · Round trip from Marrakech · Family, short drivesA week built for children: a balloon flight, a mule walk and a night in an Atlas village, camels and a family tent in the Agafay desert, and two days on the beach at Essaouira.
7 Days in Marrakech Itinerary: A Week of Day TripsPrivate tour · Round trip from Marrakech · One hotel, day tripsSeven nights in one riad and a different trip each day: the palaces and souks, a pass hike in the Atlas, a balloon and Agafay at sunset, the Ouzoud falls, a day in Essaouira and the Ourika Valley.
One Week Morocco Tour from Tangier to MarrakechPrivate tour · Tangier to Marrakech · North, cities & desertCross from Spain and travel north to south: two nights in Chefchaouen with the Akchour hike, Volubilis and Meknes, a full day in Fes, a night in the Sahara and the kasbahs on the way to Marrakech.
7 Day Morocco Tour from Fes to MarrakechPrivate tour · Fes to Marrakech · Desert, slower paceStart in Fes and take the desert slowly: a camel trek deep into Erg Chebbi, two nights in camp, a night in the Todra Gorge, cycling in Skoura and a last evening at Aït Benhaddou.
1 Week Morocco Trip: Trekking the High Atlas & ToubkalPrivate tour · Round trip from Marrakech · TrekkingA real mountain week: a circuit through the Azzaden valley to the Toubkal refuge, the summit of North Africa’s highest peak at sunrise, then a rest in Imlil and a last morning in Marrakech.
A Week in Morocco on the Atlantic CoastPrivate tour · Marrakech to Agadir · Surf & coastAn ocean week from Marrakech: two nights in Essaouira with kitesurf, a horse ride at Sidi Kaouki, surf lessons in Imsouane and Taghazout, Paradise Valley and sandboarding before your flight from Agadir.
What to see in Morocco in 7 days
The places our 7-day itineraries visit – and which trip takes you there.
Marrakech
Palaces, gardens and the most famous square in Africa – and the starting point of most one-week trips.
The Sahara at Merzouga
The tall golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, with camel rides, buggies and nights in a camp.
Aït Benhaddou
The ksar of earth and straw on the old caravan route, on every road from Marrakech to the desert.
Dades & Todra gorges
Deep red canyons for walking and rock climbing between the High Atlas and the dunes.
Fes
The medieval medina, still full of working craftsmen, with Roman Volubilis an hour away.
Chefchaouen
The blue town of the Rif, with hikes to the Akchour waterfalls.
The High Atlas & Toubkal
Berber villages, high passes and the summit of North Africa, 4,167 m.
The Atlantic coast
Windy Essaouira and the surf villages of Imsouane and Taghazout.
How your 7-day trip works
- Choose an itinerary
Pick one of the 10 ideas above – or simply tell us what you love, and when you travel.
- Get your plan & price
We send you the day-by-day plan and a clear price on WhatsApp, and change anything you like.
- Confirm & enjoy
Once you confirm, our local team looks after everything, from your pick-up on day one to the last day.
Compare all 10 itineraries at a glance
| Itinerary | Start → end | Nights in the desert | Activity level | Driving | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Days in Morocco Itinerary | Marrakech → Fes | 1 (Merzouga) | Easy | Long | First time in Morocco |
| 7 Day Morocco Itinerary from Marrakech | Marrakech → Marrakech | 2 (Merzouga) | Active | Long | Active travellers |
| 1 Week in Morocco | Marrakech → Marrakech | 1 (Merzouga) | Easy | Long | Desert and ocean |
| 7 Days in Morocco Starting in Casablanca | Casablanca → Marrakech | 1 (Merzouga) | Moderate | Long | Arriving in Casablanca |
| 1 Week in Morocco with Kids | Marrakech → Marrakech | 1 (Agafay) | Easy | Short | Families |
| 7 Days in Marrakech Itinerary | Marrakech → Marrakech | – | Easy | Short | One hotel, no packing |
| One Week Morocco Tour from Tangier to Marrakech | Tangier → Marrakech | 1 (Merzouga) | Moderate | Long | Arriving from Spain |
| 7 Day Morocco Tour from Fes to Marrakech | Fes → Marrakech | 2 (Merzouga) | Easy | Medium | Desert lovers arriving in Fes |
| 1 Week Morocco Trip | Marrakech → Marrakech | – | Challenging | Short | Fit hikers |
| A Week in Morocco on the Atlantic Coast | Marrakech → Agadir | – | Active | Medium | Ocean & surf |
7 Days in Morocco: good to know
A week fits the classic route
Seven days is the shortest trip that links Marrakech, a night in the Sahara and Fes with a free day for the medina, so it is the favourite of first-time visitors.
Desert plus one more
Pair the Sahara with either the north or the ocean, not both. Trying to fit Chefchaouen, Fes, the dunes and Essaouira into one week turns it into a driving holiday.
Keep the last day light
Plan a short final day – a medina walk, a hammam or a cooking class – so you leave rested, not straight off a long drive.
Private and made for you
Each route here is a private tour with your own driver, on your dates. We change riads, activities and pace to suit you.
7 Days in Morocco: questions travellers ask
Is 7 days enough for Morocco?
Yes. A week lets you combine the Sahara with Marrakech and Fes, or the desert with the coast, at a comfortable pace. To add the north and the Atlantic as well, plan 10 days or more.
What is the best 7 day Morocco itinerary?
For a first visit, Marrakech, the kasbah road, a night in the dunes of Merzouga and two nights in Fes is the classic. If you fly in and out of Marrakech, a loop to the Sahara and back with a night in the mountains or two days in Essaouira works best.
What is a good 7 day Morocco itinerary from Marrakech?
Cross the High Atlas to Aït Benhaddou, the Dades and Todra gorges, spend one or two nights in the Sahara at Merzouga, then return west and finish in the mountains at Imlil or on the coast at Essaouira.
How much does 1 week in Morocco cost?
Our trips are private and priced on request. The price depends on the number of travellers, the season, the riads and camps you choose and the activities, so send us your dates for a clear quote.
What can you see in Morocco in 7 days?
In a week you can see Marrakech, Aït Benhaddou, the Dades and Todra gorges, the Sahara at Merzouga and the medina of Fes, or replace Fes with the High Atlas or Essaouira.
Is 1 week in Morocco with kids a good idea?
Yes. Choose short drives and one big activity a day: a balloon flight, a mule walk in the Atlas, camels in the Agafay desert and the beach at Essaouira are all easy with children.
Is a week in Marrakech too long?
Not if you use it as a base. The High Atlas, the Agafay desert, the Ouzoud waterfalls, the Ourika Valley and Essaouira are all day trips from the city.
When is the best time for 7 days in Morocco?
March to May and September to November are best for the desert and the cities. Summer is good on the coast and in the mountains, and winter is sunny but cold at night in the Sahara and the Atlas.
Mix two ideas into one trip?
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