Morocco Itinerary 30 Days: Atlantic Coast to the Rif
Ocean first: this Morocco itinerary 30 days long follows the Atlantic south and then turns inland, crossing the whole country from the coast and the Anti-Atlas to the Sahara and the north – ideal if you leave from Tangier or take the ferry home to Spain.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this Morocco itinerary 30 days
This Morocco itinerary 30 days long starts on the Atlantic and ends in the north. You follow the coast south, cross the Anti-Atlas and the Sahara, and finish in Tangier.
First, you see El Jadida, kayak on the Oualidia lagoon and ride a horse near Essaouira. Then you take surf lessons in Taghazout and walk below the cliffs of Legzira. After that, you hike in the Ameln Valley near Tafraoute and rest in Taroudant. Next, Marrakech brings a balloon flight, the Agafay desert and a High Atlas hike. Finally, you cross the gorges to Merzouga, then Fes and Chefchaouen. As a result, this Morocco itinerary 30 days long is ideal if you take the ferry home to Spain.
Highlights of this Morocco itinerary 30 days
- Portuguese El Jadida
- Kayak on the Oualidia lagoon
- Essaouira & Sidi Kaouki
- Surf lessons in Taghazout
- Legzira beach & Sidi Ifni
- Tafraoute & the Ameln Valley
- Balloon & Agafay desert
- Camel ride & desert camp
- Fes medina
- Chefchaouen
Morocco itinerary 30 days: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Arrival in Casablanca
We meet you at the airport for the Hassan II Mosque and a walk on the corniche.
- 2dayDay 2
El Jadida to Oualidia
Visit the Portuguese cistern of El Jadida, then continue down the coast to the lagoon of Oualidia.
- 3dayDay 3
Oualidia lagoon
Kayak on the calm lagoon, walk the beach and taste the local oysters.
- 4dayDay 4
Coast road to Essaouira
Follow the coast by Safi, the pottery town, to Essaouira.
- 5dayDay 5
Essaouira medina & port
Walk the ramparts, the blue fishing boats of the port and the workshops of the medina.
- 6dayDay 6
Sidi Kaouki on horseback
A horse or camel ride on the beach of Sidi Kaouki, or a kitesurf lesson.
- 7dayDay 7
To Taghazout
Drive south past Imsouane to the surf village of Taghazout.
- 8dayDay 8
Surf lesson
A morning lesson on a beginners’ beach with board and wetsuit.
- 9dayDay 9
Paradise Valley
Walk and swim in the palm canyon of Paradise Valley, then sandboarding near Tamraght.
- 10dayDay 10
South to Mirleft
Pass Agadir and Tiznit, the silver town, to Mirleft on the cliffs.
- 11dayDay 11
Legzira & Sidi Ifni
Walk below the red cliffs of Legzira at low tide and explore the old Spanish town of Sidi Ifni.
- 12dayDay 12
Into the Anti-Atlas
Climb from the coast through argan country to Tafraoute and its pink granite rocks.
- 13dayDay 13
Ameln Valley hike & painted rocks
Walk between the villages of the Ameln Valley and cycle out to the painted rocks.
- 14dayDay 14
To Taroudant
A scenic mountain road to Taroudant, the walled town of the Souss.
- 15dayDay 15
Rest day in Taroudant
A free day with a calèche ride around the ramparts and time in the souks.
- 16dayDay 16
To Marrakech
Drive via Agadir and the motorway to Marrakech, with a free evening.
- 17dayDay 17
Marrakech
A guided day: the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia, the souks and Jemaa el-Fna at night.
- 18dayDay 18
Balloon & Agafay
A hot air balloon at sunrise; in the afternoon a camel ride and sunset in the Agafay desert.
- 19dayDay 19
High Atlas hike
Drive to Imlil and hike between terraces and Berber villages.
- 20dayDay 20
Over the Atlas to Aït Benhaddou
Cross the Tizi n’Tichka pass to the ksar of Aït Benhaddou for sunset.
- 21dayDay 21
Skoura & the Dades
Pass Ouarzazate and the Skoura oasis to the Dades Valley, with a walk in the canyon.
- 22dayDay 22
Dades to Todra
A morning hike in the Dades, then the short road to the Todra Gorge.
- 23dayDay 23
To Merzouga
A gorge walk at sunrise, then the road east to the dunes of Merzouga.
- 24dayDay 24
Camels & desert camp
Visit a nomad family and Khamlia, then ride camels at sunset to the desert camp.
- 25dayDay 25
Buggy, sandboarding & rest
Sunrise on the dunes, a buggy ride and sandboarding, then a free afternoon at the riad.
- 26dayDay 26
Ziz Valley to Midelt
Drive north through the palm groves of the Ziz Valley to Midelt, at the foot of the Middle Atlas.
- 27dayDay 27
Cedars & Fes
A walk in the cedar forest near Ifrane, then on to Fes.
- 28dayDay 28
The Fes medina
A guided day in the medina of Fes, its madrasas, souks and tanneries.
- 29dayDay 29
To Chefchaouen
Drive into the Rif to the blue city, with sunset from the Spanish Mosque.
- 30dayDay 30
Chefchaouen to Tangier
A last morning in the blue lanes, then the drive to Tangier for your flight or the ferry to Spain.
What’s included in this Morocco itinerary 30 days
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 Tangier (hotel, riad, airport or port)
- 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 2Guesthouse in Oualidia
- Night 3Guesthouse in Oualidia
- Night 4Riad in Essaouira
- Night 5Riad in Essaouira
- Night 6Riad in Essaouira
- Night 7Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 8Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 9Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 10Guesthouse in Mirleft
- Night 11Guesthouse in Mirleft
- Night 12Guesthouse in Tafraoute
- Night 13Guesthouse in Tafraoute
- Night 14Riad in Taroudant
- Night 15Riad in Taroudant
- Night 16Riad in Marrakech
- Night 17Riad in Marrakech
- Night 18Riad in Marrakech
- Night 19Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 20Riad in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 21Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 22Guesthouse in Todra Gorge
- Night 23Riad in Merzouga
- Night 24Desert camp
- Night 25Riad in Merzouga
- Night 26Guesthouse in Midelt
- Night 27Riad in Fes
- Night 28Riad in Fes
- Night 29Riad in Chefchaouen
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 coast is mild all year, but the desert and Marrakech are very hot in summer and the Atlas passes can be snowy in winter.
- JanPossible
- FebGood
- MarBest
- AprBest
- MayGood
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovBest
- DecPossible
What to bring for this trip
- Swimsuit (two if you can)
- Rash vest for the surf
- Windproof jacket for the coast
- Walking shoes for Tafraoute and the gorges
- Warm layer for the balloon and the desert night
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Small overnight bag for the camp
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees
- 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 30 Days: your questions
Why does this Morocco itinerary 30 days start on the coast?
The Atlantic is pleasant almost all year, so starting there gives you an easy first week. Then you turn inland to the Anti-Atlas, Marrakech and the Sahara, and finish in the north.
Can this Morocco itinerary 30 days end with the ferry to Spain?
Yes – it ends in Tangier, where the ferries leave for Tarifa and Algeciras. You can also fly home from Tangier airport.
Where is Legzira beach?
On the Atlantic between Mirleft and Sidi Ifni, about 2.5–3 hours south of Agadir. It is famous for its red cliffs; the best walk is at low tide.
Is this Morocco itinerary 30 days private?
Yes – a private tour with your own driver, on your dates. We can add or remove days in any region.
Is Tafraoute worth the drive on a Morocco itinerary 30 days long?
We think so. The pink granite, the almond villages and the Ameln Valley are among the most peaceful places in Morocco, and the roads are quiet.
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 25 – Buggy, sandboarding & restDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 6 – Sidi Kaouki on horsebackDetails →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 24 – Camels & desert campDetails →
Hot air balloon rideDay 18 – Balloon & AgafayDetails →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 13 – Ameln Valley hike & painted rocksDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 1 – Arrival in CasablancaDetails →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 · extraAuthentic culinary experiencesCooking class or food walk in the medinaSee the activity →Optional · extraWellness and relaxationTraditional hammam and spa timeSee the activity →
Optional · extra4x4 & off-road safaris4x4 tour around the dunes and nomad familiesSee the activity →
Optional · extraSurf & kitesurf experienceSurf lesson on the AtlanticSee the activity →Optional · extraKite surfing lift-offKitesurf lesson in windy EssaouiraSee 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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