2 Weeks in Morocco - 4 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Itinerary #1: Morocco Grand Tour: Casablanca to the Atlantic Coast

Join this moderately-paced grand tour around Morocco, beginning and ending in Casablanca, for unique cultural experiences, desert adventures, and coastal relaxation. Perfect for first-time visitors who want to pack in highlights and bucket list experiences, you'll roam the Blue City of Chefchaouen, explore the medieval medina of Fes, ride camels in Erg Chebbi, and relax on the beach in Essaouira.

Welcome to Morocco! After landing in modern Casablanca and touring the famous Hassan II Mosque, you'll continue to Rabat, the country's present-day capital, where you'll find historic ruins, towering minarets, and tranquil gardens. Next, head to Chefchaouen in the Rif Mountains, where you can relax in plazas and along the river, taking in the blue-painted walls at every turn. Explore the Roman ruins and impressively well-preserved mosaics at Volubilis as you make your way to Meknes and then Fes on Day 3 to get lost in the cultural capital and its medieval mazelike medina.

Leaving the city for a desert adventure, you'll follow caravan routes through desert oases like the Ziz Valley, Tinghir, and 11th-century Aït Benhaddou. Head over the High Atlas mountains and into the bustling squares and secret gardens of Marrakesh. Then relax along the Atlantic coast, enjoying fresh seafood, walking the Skala de la Kasbah (18th-century Portuguese seafront ramparts), and shopping the less frenetic medina in Essaouira before returning to Casablanca to catch your flight home. Learn more

Itinerary #2: City Hopping in Northern Morocco

Crafted especially for those who enjoy a mix of guided tours and free time to explore, this two-week city-hopping trip takes you on a fascinating tour of northern Morocco. After an evening in Casablanca admiring the magnificent Hassan II Mosque, you'll head to Tangier, at the northern tip of Morocco, and indulge in its culinary scene. Then, slowly make your way south, stopping at the Blue city of Chefchaouen, the medieval city of Fes, and Rabat before ending your trip with three days in Marrakesh.

Kickstart your adventure in the beloved port city of Casablanca, shrugging off any jet lag while touring the Hassan II Mosque and enjoying a relaxing evening. The following morning, it's off to Tangier for two fascinating days of sampling street food, learning about Moroccan spices, and heading outside the city to admire Cap Spartel and the Cave of Hercules. Continue to Chefchaouen for a memorable experience wandering among bluewashed buildings, touring the Grand Mosque, and watching locals go about their daily chores at Ras el Ma Spring before setting your sights on Fes.

After spending an evening exploring Fes on your own, followed by a guided city tour, you'll delight in a day trip to the imperial city of Meknes and an afternoon relaxing in the Guerrouane wine region before transferring to Rabat. During your two days in Morocco's capital, you'll enjoy a traditional dinner and join a private sightseeing tour, complete with a visit to the Royal Palace of Rabat and the Andalusian Gardens. Another transfer brings you to Marrakesh, where your final days will soar by as you explore independently, join a guided tour, and attend a cooking class. Learn more

Itinerary #3: South Morocco Adventure: Marrakesh to Essaouira, Imlil, Skoura & Erg Chigaga

This southern Morocco itinerary combines two weeks of lesser-known destinations like Imlil in the High Atlas, Erg Chigaga, Skoura, and Taroudant, though no less worthy of your time. For a thorough introduction to Moroccan culture and its fascinating landscapes, you'll begin and end in Marrakesh, traverse the High Atlas, spend time with locals in Berber villages, and camp in the desert before reaching Essaouira on the Atlantic.

After spending two days exploring the bustling alleys of Marrakesh's Medina, you'll transfer south to the mountain village of Imlil in the center of Toubkal National Park. Sip tea with your guide and enjoy an easy-paced trek to the highest village in the Imlil Valley, Armed, to spend time with a Berber family. On Day 5, you'll continue east toward Skoura, the "halfway house" to the Sahara Desert. On the way, stop at an argan oil cooperative in Taddert, cross the Tizi n'Tichka pass, and tour at least one movie studio in Ouarzazate before spending the afternoon wandering the narrow passageways of iconic Aït Benhaddou. 

Heading farther south to the grand city of Zagora, you'll cross the Jbel Saghro mountains and the fertile Draa River Valley before spending the following days riding camels amid the massive dunes of Erg Chigaga, enjoying the company of desert nomads, and sleeping under the starry sky. Spot wildlife in Iriqui National Park, then head west over the Anti Atlas to your riad (house with a courtyard) in Taroudant. With your trip winding down, you'll continue to Essaouira and make the most of your last days by learning to cook tajine and joining a kiteboarding lesson before ending your trip in Marrakesh. Learn more

Itinerary #4: Moroccan Cities from Coast to Coast

Discover the highlights, bustling markets, and architectural wonders of Marrakesh, Fes, and Tangier on this two-week Moroccan cities itinerary. During your journey, you'll split your time between medina and souk tours, visits to fortresses, time in intriguing museums, and long days to explore at your leisure. Add on an overnight in the "Blue City" of Chefchaouen and a scenic drive through the Middle and High Atlas mountains, and you'll leave with a thorough introduction to Morocco's storied past.

After landing in Casablanca, your Morocco adventure begins with a scenic drive to Essaouira, stopping at the formerly Portuguese-occupied cities of Azemmour, El Jadida, and Safi along the way. The following two days are yours to explore Essaouira at your leisure; then, continue to Marrakesh, your base for the next four nights and an ideal place to soak up Moroccan culture and tradition. Start with a tour of Jemaa el-Fna, the central market square, visit the decorated Bahia Palace, and get lost among the souks before spending your final day roaming the Dar Di Said Museum and Le Jardin Secret.

Waking up to the second half of your trip, it's time to embark on a scenic drive to Fes. Spend the following afternoon taking a delicious deep dive into Moroccan cuisine during a cooking class, then enjoy a day exploring the Batha Museum, Dar el Makhzen (Royal Palace of Fes), and other city highlights. There's plenty more country to see, and so after an evening in Chefchaouen wandering among its bluewashed buildings, you'll continue to Tangier. Make the most of your three days here, strolling around the kasbah and buzzing markets until it's time to catch your ferry to Spain. Learn more

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