2 Weeks in Spain & Morocco - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Culture & Outdoor Adventure in Spain & Morocco

Covering the highlights of Spain and Morocco, this itinerary is suited to travelers keen on a blend of culture and adventure. Admire Gaudí's architecture in Barcelona before strolling the medieval streets of Girona and sipping wine in the Las Vegas vineyards. Take a food tour through Marrakesh, then head into the Sahara Desert for a camel ride and two nights of glamping. End with some shopping and a tour of the ancient medina of Fes.

Begin in Barcelona, Spain, with a tapas experience and an architectural walking tour of Antoni Gaudí's works, including iconic sites like the Sagrada Família. Stroll the medieval streets of Girona before heading to Costa Brava for a tour of Pals and a walk along the ancient Caminos de Ronda. Take the train to Madrid and see the sites, including the historic Habsburg district. After sampling Spanish wines on a day trip to the Las Vegas wine region, you'll catch a flight to Morocco. Dive into Moroccan cuisine on a food tour through the streets and alleys of Marrakesh before visiting the sites like the Bahia Palace.

Enjoy the dramatic desert and Atlas mountains scene on the drive to the Aït Benhaddou ksar. Continue to Kelâat M'Gouna, where you'll learn about rose water and oil production. Stop for a dip at Todra Gorge, then take a sunset camel ride and enjoy Berber music around the campfire at Bedouin-style tents in Merzouga. Next day, take a Jeep tour of Erg Chebbi and learn about the local culture. Continue the journey with scenic stops at Adakhil Dam and along the Ziz River before seeing some of the oldest forests in the country in Azrou. Spend your final day discovering and souvenir shopping in the souks of Fes. Learn more

Itinerary #2: Nature & Adventure in Spain & Morocco

Travelers interested in an active trip will enjoy the pace and variety of this Spain and Morocco adventure. You'll get a taste of Madrid on a tapas tour and hot-air balloon ride, hike in Sierra de Guadarrama National Park and along the thrilling Caminito del Rey, sail the Andalusia coast, experience the blend of old and new in Tangier, spend a night at a luxury camp in the Sahara Desert, visit a movie studio in Ouarzazat, and stay at a traditional riad in Fes.

Embark on a guided tapeo (tapas crawl) around Madrid, then get a bird's-eye view of the city from a hot-air balloon. Visit the historical highlights on a Segway tour before heading to Sierra de Guadarrama National Park for a hike. Soak up some sun on the beaches of Málaga, then experience the thrill (and the views!) of a hike on the Caminito del Rey. Take a sunset sail along the Andalusia coast before transferring to Tarifa to board a ferry to Tangier, Morocco. Explore Tangier's fortress, old town, and modern Place de France at your own pace. Then it's south to Fes for a stay in a traditional riad and a tour of the souks and sites.

Meet the artisans of the Artisan Craft Center in Sefrou on Day 8, then enjoy chalet-style architecture in Ifrane, the "Moroccan Switzerland," en route to Midelt. Stretch your legs at Todra Gorge on the drive to Merzouga and enjoy riding your camel in the Sahara Desert to your luxury camp. Have your camera ready on your journey through ancient towns and along river gorges, mountains, and plains as you travel to Boumalne Dades the next day. Visit a movie studio in Ouarzazat, and spend time at Aït Benhaddou, Morocco's most famous kasbah. Browse the souks and visit the tanneries of Marrakesh before departure. Learn more

Itinerary #3: Discover the Flavors of Spain & Morocco

If you prefer to experience a place through its cuisine and culture, consider this foodie discovery tour. You'll take a tapas tour in Barcelona, sample pintxos and cheese in the Basque region, enjoy flamenco and an Andalusian cooking class in Seville, explore the markets and cafés of Tangier, tour the medina and try your hand at ceramics and cooking in Fes, shops the souks of Rabat, nibble street food in Marrakesh, take a walking foodie tour in Essaouira, and more.

Start your culinary journey in Barcelona, Spain, where you'll experience a tapas and wine tour in the elegant Eixample district. Next, visit the sites on a private walking tour and participate in a Mediterranean cooking class in a local home. Fly to Bilbao for a pintxos (Basque-style small bites) experience, a cheese tasting in Bizkaia, and a hike in Urkiola Natural Park. Then it's on to Seville for a tapas and flamenco experience, an Andalusian cooking class, and a visit to an olive oil estate.

Take the ferry to Tangier, Morocco, where you'll have free time to visit the fortress and old town. Be sure to check out Petit Socco Square, known for its markets and cafés. Transfer to Fes the next day for a Moroccan cooking class, a tour of the medieval medina, and a ceramics workshop. Continue to Rabat and shop in the colorful souks, then enjoy the tranquility of the Andalusian Gardens. Taste your way around Marrakesh on a street food tour, then celebrate your culinary journey with a cooking class at a resident's home in coastal Essaouira, followed by a walking foodie tour before returning to Marrakesh for your onward flight. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Experience Culture & History in Spain & Morocco

History buffs and art and culture enthusiasts will appreciate this itinerary's abundant UNESCO-listed sites and historical experiences. Take a private tour at El Prado Museum, see the Roman ruins of Itálica and the wall paintings at the Monastery of San Isidoro del Campo, enjoy Mudéjar architecture in Córdoba, tour the massive Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, learn about earthen construction techniques in ancient Aït Benhaddou and more. 

Follow your guide to well-known sites in Madrid, including the Royal Palace, as well as some off the tourist track, then take a private tour of the El Prado Museum. Catch a train to Seville on Day 3 for a walking tour through 2,000 years of history that includes the palaces and gardens of Alcazar. Take a day trip to see the Roman ruins of Itálica and the wall paintings at the Monastery of San Isidoro del Campo. Visit Córdoba on another day trip, where you'll marvel at historic Mudéjar architecture before crossing the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, Morocco. Tour the sites, such as the Sultan's Palace, then continue to the "Blue City" of Chefchaouen.

Experience Plaza Uta el-Hammam and overnight in a traditional riad before visiting the Roman ruins of Volubilis en route to Fes. Check out the Karaouine Mosque and other ancient sites, then head to Casablanca, where you'll tour the Hassan II Mosque, home to the tallest minaret in the world. Transfer to the "Red City" of Marrakesh for a guided city tour of well-known sites such as the Bahia Palace and Majorelle Gardens. Learn about pre-Saharan earthen construction techniques in ancient Aït Benhaddou, then spend your final day shopping and sampling seafood in coastal Essaouira. Learn more

Itinerary #5: Spain & Morocco Coastal Getaway

The coastal focus and flexible schedule with optional activities make this getaway best for travelers seeking a slower pace and water-based activities, such as kayaking, snorkeling, and a sunset sail in Málaga, along the Costa del Sol. This trip is also an excellent choice for travelers that enjoy a mix of beach time and culture, as there are opportunities for checking out street art and historic ramparts in Asilah, heritage sites and artisan workshops in Rabat, and famous sites in Salé and Casablanca. 

Get a taste of Málaga, Spain, on a tapas walking tour, then visit the highlights, including the Málaga Cathedral, before heading to Nerja for a kayaking and snorkeling excursion along the coast. On Day 3, you'll hike the Maro Cliffs, then visit a hidden cove for some more snorkeling. Enjoy the beautiful views of El Tajo Gorge from the Puente Nuevo Bridge in the white village of Ronda, then continue to Cádiz for a deep-sea fishing tour. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Tangier, Morocco, for a guided tour that includes sea and city views (and excellent photo ops!) at Bab Bhar.

Check out the street art and historic ramparts of Asilah before continuing to Rabat, where you'll have free time to explore the markets and heritage sites on your own or craft a keepsake in a woodworking or leather workshop. Tour the historic Madrasa of Abu al-Hasan in Salé, then transfer down the coast to Casablanca for a guided tour of Hassan II Mosque and a chance to tase tajine (Moroccan stew) in the Habous Quarter before readying for your departure. Learn more

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