How many days do you need in Marrakesh, Imlil & Agafay?
- Most travelers spend 5-8 days in Marrakesh, Imlil, and Agafay combined
- Visiting Marrakesh, Imlil, and Agafay in 4 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 9 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Essaouira and Fes
How Many Days to Spend in Marrakesh
Recommended Itineraries for Marrakesh, Imlil & Agafay
Recommended Itinerary for 5 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Marrakesh, Culinary Walking Tour | Marrakesh |
| Day 2 | Morning City Tour, Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit, Hammam & Spa Experience | Marrakesh |
| Day 3 | Transfer to Imlil, Free Time | Imlil |
| Day 4 | Transfer to Agafay Desert via Ourika Valley, Camel Ride, ATV Quad Adventure | Agafay |
| Day 5 | Return to Marrakesh, Depart |
This five-day Moroccan journey combines the best of buzzing Marrakesh with the quiet of the High Atlas mountains and the Agafay desert. Start in the city with a culinary tour, traditional hammam spa, and guided tour before heading out to the breathtaking Atlas mountains. Explore Berber villages, hike peaceful mountain valleys, and join a local family for lunch. Ride camels and ATVs in the rugged Agafay desert, and spend the night under the starlit sky. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
9-Day Itinerary Including Essaouira
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Marrakesh | Marrakesh |
| Day 2 | Mystical Marrakesh: Unveiling the Allure of Morocco's Vibrant Jewel, Majorelle Gardens Guided Visit | Marrakesh |
| Day 3 | Free day in Marrakesh | Marrakesh |
| Day 4 | From Bustling Medina to Mountain Tranquility: Marrakesh to Imlil Transfer | Imlil |
| Day 5 | Desert Oasis: Ourika Valley & Agafay Camel Riding | Agafay |
| Day 6 | Agafay to Essaouira, Argan Oil Women's Cooperative | Essaouira |
| Day 7 | Guided Tour of Essaouira | Essaouira |
| Day 8 | Free Day in Essaouira, Kitesurfing or Horseback Riding | Essaouira |
| Day 9 | Return to Marrakesh, Depart |
A visit to Morocco in summer offers plenty of opportunities for sunbathing on beaches, exploring windswept deserts, and relaxing in shaded gardens. On this laid-back, nine-day trip, you'll see some of Marrakesh's most scenic sights, enjoy an easy hike in the Atlas mountains, ride a camel through the Agafay Desert, and cool off in coastal Essaouira—making for the perfect summer break. Read more
How to travel between Marrakesh, Imlil & Agafay
If you're looking to get from Marrakesh to the small village of Imlil in the Atlas mountains budget two to three hours for site-seeing stops along this winding scenic route. Read more
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