Morocco Itinerary 25 Days: Round Trip from Marrakech
If you fly in and out of Marrakech, this Morocco itinerary 25 days long draws a full circle around the country – through the Middle Atlas valleys to the north, back south through the Sahara, and home along the Anti-Atlas and the ocean.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this Morocco itinerary 25 days
This Morocco itinerary 25 days long draws a full circle from Marrakech and back. It reaches quiet places most tours skip, from the Aït Bouguemez to Legzira.
First, you visit the Ouzoud waterfalls and kayak on the lake of Bin el Ouidane. Then you walk in the green Aït Bouguemez valley and cross the Middle Atlas to Fes. After that, you hike to the Akchour waterfalls from Chefchaouen. Next, you ride camels to a desert camp in Merzouga and walk the Todra and Dades gorges. Finally, you hike in Tafraoute, see Legzira and surf in Taghazout. As a result, this Morocco itinerary 25 days long suits travellers with a return flight to Marrakech.
Highlights of this Morocco itinerary 25 days
- Ouzoud waterfalls
- Kayak on Bin el Ouidane lake
- Aït Bouguemez valley walk
- Fes medina
- Chefchaouen & Akchour
- Camel ride & desert camp
- Todra & Dades gorges
- Tafraoute & Ameln Valley
- Legzira beach
- Surf in Taghazout
Morocco itinerary 25 days: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Arrival in Marrakech
We meet you at the airport and take you to your riad for a first evening on Jemaa el-Fna.
- 2dayDay 2
Marrakech
A guided visit of the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia and the souks.
- 3dayDay 3
Ouzoud waterfalls
Drive to the highest falls in Morocco and walk down to the pools.
- 4dayDay 4
Bin el Ouidane & Aït Bouguemez
Kayak on the turquoise lake of Bin el Ouidane, then climb into the Aït Bouguemez, the “happy valley”.
- 5dayDay 5
Aït Bouguemez valley walk
Walk from village to village between fields, old granaries and dinosaur footprints.
- 6dayDay 6
Across the Middle Atlas to Fes
A long road day by Beni Mellal, Khenifra and the cedars of Azrou to Fes.
- 7dayDay 7
The Fes medina
A guided day in the medina, its madrasas, craftsmen and tanneries.
- 8dayDay 8
To Chefchaouen
Drive into the Rif to the blue city and walk to the Spanish Mosque at sunset.
- 9dayDay 9
Akchour hike
A day on the river paths of Akchour to the waterfalls and God’s Bridge.
- 10dayDay 10
Volubilis to Azrou
Visit the Roman ruins of Volubilis on the way south, and sleep in the cedar country of Azrou.
- 11dayDay 11
To the Sahara
Cross the Middle Atlas by Midelt and follow the Ziz Valley to Merzouga.
- 12dayDay 12
Camels to the desert camp
A nomad family and Gnawa music in Khamlia, then camels at sunset to the camp.
- 13dayDay 13
Dune day & rest
Sunrise, buggy and sandboarding, then a free afternoon by the pool.
- 14dayDay 14
Todra Gorge
Drive west to Todra and walk through the gorge in the afternoon.
- 15dayDay 15
Dades canyon hike
A short drive to the Dades Valley and a hike in its side canyons.
- 16dayDay 16
Skoura to Aït Benhaddou
Cycle in the Skoura oasis and continue to the ksar of Aït Benhaddou.
- 17dayDay 17
Saffron road to Taroudant
Cross by Taliouine to the walled town of Taroudant.
- 18dayDay 18
Into the Anti-Atlas
A mountain road through argan trees to Tafraoute and its pink granite rocks.
- 19dayDay 19
Ameln Valley hike
Walk between the villages of the Ameln Valley and see the painted rocks.
- 20dayDay 20
To Mirleft
Drive through Tiznit down to the ocean at Mirleft.
- 21dayDay 21
Legzira & Sidi Ifni
Walk below the red cliffs of Legzira at low tide and visit Sidi Ifni.
- 22dayDay 22
To Taghazout
Drive north past Agadir to the surf village of Taghazout.
- 23dayDay 23
Surf lesson & Paradise Valley
A morning surf lesson, then a swim in the pools of Paradise Valley.
- 24dayDay 24
Coast road to Essaouira
Follow the coast past Imsouane to Essaouira, with a horse ride on the beach.
- 25dayDay 25
Back to Marrakech
A morning in the port of Essaouira, then the road back to Marrakech for your flight.
What’s included in this Morocco itinerary 25 days
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 Marrakech 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 1Riad in Marrakech
- Night 2Riad in Marrakech
- Night 3Guesthouse in Ouzoud
- Night 4Guesthouse in Aït Bouguemez
- Night 5Guesthouse in Aït Bouguemez
- Night 6Riad in Fes
- Night 7Riad in Fes
- Night 8Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 9Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 10Guesthouse in Azrou
- Night 11Riad in Merzouga
- Night 12Desert camp
- Night 13Riad in Merzouga
- Night 14Guesthouse in Todra Gorge
- Night 15Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 16Riad in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 17Riad in Taroudant
- Night 18Guesthouse in Tafraoute
- Night 19Guesthouse in Tafraoute
- Night 20Guesthouse in Mirleft
- Night 21Guesthouse in Mirleft
- Night 22Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 23Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 24Riad in Essaouira
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
April, May, late September and October are best. In winter the Middle Atlas roads can be snowy, and in summer the Sahara is very hot.
- JanPossible
- FebPossible
- MarGood
- AprBest
- MayBest
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecPossible
What to bring for this trip
- Walking shoes for the valleys and gorges
- Swimsuit for Ouzoud, the lake and the ocean
- Warm layer for the mountains and the desert night
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Light rain jacket for the Rif
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees
- Small overnight bag for the camp
- Snacks for the long road days
- Sun hat 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.
Morocco Itinerary 25 Days: your questions
Why choose this Morocco itinerary 25 days long?
It starts and ends in Marrakech, so you can book a return flight, and it reaches places most tours skip: the Aït Bouguemez valley, Tafraoute and Legzira.
Is there a lot of driving on this Morocco itinerary 25 days?
More than on our other 25-day routes, as it is a full circle. The longest day is from the Aït Bouguemez to Fes; we add stops so it feels like part of the journey.
What is the Aït Bouguemez?
A green Berber valley in the central High Atlas, known as the “happy valley”, with earth villages, old granaries and easy walking.
Is this Morocco itinerary 25 days private?
Yes – a private tour with your own driver, on your dates. We can shorten the loop by leaving out the north or the Anti-Atlas.
What is the best season for a Morocco itinerary 25 days long?
Spring and autumn. The mountain roads to the Aït Bouguemez can see snow in winter, and the Sahara is very hot in summer.
What our travellers say
A holistic experience
Booking a trip with Moroccan active adventures gave us the most memorable new years celebration of our lived. Our guide Mouhssin was especially talented at turning down deserted mountain/desert roads and finding beautiful riads…
Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Quad & buggy ridesDay 13 – Dune day & restDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 12 – Camels to the desert campDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 12 – Camels to the desert campDetails →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 16 – Skoura to Aït BenhaddouDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 3 – Ouzoud waterfallsDetails →
Surf & kitesurf experienceDay 22 – 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 · 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 →
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