Morocco 10 Day Road Trip: Coast, Kasbahs & Sahara
Ten days on the road with your own driver, from the ocean to the desert: surf on the Atlantic, swim in Paradise Valley, cross the Anti-Atlas to the kasbahs and end in Fes after a night in the Sahara.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this Morocco 10 day road trip
Our Morocco 10 day road trip runs from the Atlantic to the Sahara with your own driver. You start in Marrakech and finish in Fes, without driving the same road twice.
First, you head to Essaouira for a kitesurf or surf lesson in the bay. Then you follow the coast road to Taghazout and swim in Paradise Valley. After that, you cross the Anti-Atlas from Taroudant to Aït Benhaddou. Next, you cycle in Skoura, walk in the Todra Gorge and ride camels to a desert camp. Finally, a buggy ride in the dunes comes before the road north to Fes. In short, this Morocco 10 day road trip is private and runs on your dates.
Highlights of this Morocco 10 day road trip
- Essaouira & a kitesurf or surf lesson
- Surf session in Taghazout
- Paradise Valley pools
- Ramparts of Taroudant
- Saffron country of Taliouine
- Cycling in the Skoura oasis
- Camel ride & desert camp
- Buggy & sandboarding
- Cedar forest to Fes
Morocco 10 day road trip: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Marrakech to Essaouira
Leave Marrakech for the coast, stop at an argan cooperative and walk the ramparts of Essaouira at sunset.
- 2dayDay 2
Wind & waves in Essaouira
A kitesurf or surf lesson in the bay, or a horse ride along the beach, and the fish market in the port.
- 3dayDay 3
Coast road to Taghazout
Follow the coast road south past argan forests and empty beaches, with a surf session in Taghazout in the afternoon.
- 4dayDay 4
Paradise Valley & Taroudant
A morning walk and swim in the palm canyon of Paradise Valley, then inland to the walled town of Taroudant.
- 5dayDay 5
Taliouine to Aït Benhaddou
Cross the Anti-Atlas through the saffron fields of Taliouine to Ouarzazate and the ksar of Aït Benhaddou.
- 6dayDay 6
Skoura & the Dades Valley
Cycle in the palm oasis of Skoura, then drive the road of the kasbahs to the Dades gorges.
- 7dayDay 7
Todra Gorge & camels to the camp
A walk in the Todra Gorge, the road to Merzouga, and a camel ride at sunset to the desert camp.
- 8dayDay 8
Buggy & the dunes
Sunrise on Erg Chebbi, a buggy ride and sandboarding, and Gnawa music in Khamlia in the afternoon.
- 9dayDay 9
North to Fes
Up the Ziz Valley to Midelt, through the cedar forest of Ifrane and down to Fes.
- 10dayDay 10
Fes medina & departure
A guided morning in the medina of Fes, then your transfer to the airport.
What’s included in this Morocco 10 day road trip
Included
- 9 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 Marrakech and drop-off in Fes (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 1Riad in Essaouira
- Night 2Riad in Essaouira
- Night 3Guesthouse in Taghazout
- Night 4Riad in Taroudant
- Night 5Riad near Aït Benhaddou
- Night 6Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 7Desert camp
- Night 8Riad in Merzouga
- Night 9Riad in Fes
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
Spring and autumn are ideal for a route that runs from the coast to the desert. Summer is very hot inland, and in winter the Middle Atlas can see snow on the way to Fes.
- JanPossible
- FebGood
- MarBest
- AprBest
- MayGood
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecGood
What to bring for this trip
- Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
- Rash vest or wetsuit top for the surf
- Windproof jacket for Essaouira
- Shoes for Paradise Valley and the gorges
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Sunglasses and sun cream
- Warm layer for the desert night
- Small overnight bag for the camp
- Refillable water bottle
- Snacks for the long road days
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.
Morocco 10 Day Road Trip: your questions
Do I drive myself on this Morocco 10 day road trip?
No. You travel with your own private driver in an air-conditioned vehicle, so you can watch the landscapes and stop wherever you like.
Why does this Morocco 10 day road trip end in Fes?
Going from the coast to the desert and then north to Fes means you never drive the same road twice. Fes has an airport, and Marrakech is also possible if you add a day.
How long is the road from Taroudant to Aït Benhaddou?
About 5 hours with stops, through the Anti-Atlas and the saffron village of Taliouine.
When is the best time for this road trip?
Spring and autumn are best: warm on the coast, pleasant in the desert. Summer is very hot inland, and in winter the Middle Atlas can have snow.
Can we add more beach days?
Yes. A second night in Taghazout or Essaouira is easy to add – the trip then becomes 11 days.
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 8 – Buggy & the dunesDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 2 – Wind & waves in EssaouiraDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 7 – Todra Gorge & camels to the campDetails →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 6 – Skoura & the Dades ValleyDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 1 – Marrakech to EssaouiraDetails →
Surf & kitesurf experienceDay 2 – Wind & waves in EssaouiraDetails →Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 10-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
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 →Optional · extraBoat cruise along the coastBoat trip along the coastSee the activity →
Optional · extraAuthentic culinary experiencesFood tour or cooking classSee the activity →Request this 10-day trip
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